AGENCY: Department of Health and Human Services. Division of Substance Use and Mental Health. State Hospital

SERIES: 17907
TITLE: Visiting committee log book
DATES: 1886-1895.
ARRANGEMENT: Chronological

DESCRIPTION: This series is comprised of a single volume labeled "Visiting Committee". It is apparently a log of visits to the Territorial Insane Asylum by members of the Asylum Board of Directors. Entries typically include the date of the visit, a description of conditions the visitor(s) found at the Asylum, and the signatures of the visitors. The log documents such things as the cleanliness of the wards, problems with the sewer system, problems with Asylum farming operations, overcrowded conditions in the Asylum, and ongoing lack of funds. Records created by an official committee or board, including advisory committees, relating to executive establishment, organization, membership, and policy. Includes agenda, meeting minutes, final reports, and related records documenting the accomplishments of official boards and committees. May include audio and video recording.

RETENTION

DISPOSITION

RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION

Retention and disposition for this series is authorized by Archives general schedule Open meeting minutes & supplementary materials, GRS-1709

AUTHORIZED: 01/02/2018

FORMAT MANAGEMENT

Paper: Retain in Office until microfilmed and then destroy provided microfilm has passed inspection.

Microfilm master: Retain in State Archives permanently.

Microfilm duplicate: Retain in State Archives permanently.

APPRAISAL

Historical

This series has historical value as documentation of early administrative activities at the Territorial Insane Asylum.

PRIMARY DESIGNATION

Public

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