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1. 1949.8.1 - Our Children's Voice Vol. 1 - Issue No. 1

   Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; To Our Members: This is Your Newspaper!!, Parental Attitudes, and What do 'Normal' Parents Achieve in the Development of Their Children.

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2. 1949.8.18 - Governor Dewey Endorses the AHRC

   This article in Our Children's Voice Vol. 1 - Issue No. 5, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in October 1949, announces the support the Organization received from Governor Thomas E. Dewey.

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3. 1949.8.4 - Our Children's Voice Vol. 1 - Issue No. 4

   Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Conference with State Commissioner of Mental Hygiene Planned, CRMD Director Richard Hungerford Outlines State Wide Plan for Retardates, and A Message from Your President.

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4. 1949.8.5 - Our Children's Voice Vol. 1 - Issue No. 5

   Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Governor Dewey Endorses the AHRC, and AHRC Committees Formed and Re-Organized - Call for Volunteers.

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5. 1950.8.18 - "No More Beds on Floor of Letchworth" Dewey Tells Welfare League at Dinner

   This article from Our Children's Voice Vol.2 - Issue No.5, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in November 1950, features Governor Thomas Dewey's findings and opinion on the facilities at Letchworth Village.

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6. 1950.8.2 - Our Children's Voice Vol. 2 - Issue No. 2

   Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Speech Clinic Endowed!, Borough Meeting Spur Drive for May 20th Dinner, AHRC Receives Nation Wide Publicity, and A Message from Our President.

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7. 1951.1.3 - Memorandum - Advocacy for Legislation

   Letter to the Chapter Publicity Committees from Joseph T. Weingold discussing the necessary enclosures and procedure in promoting and stimulating interest in legislation to be introduced into the New York State Assembly. Also included is the sample letter to be sent by Chapters to senators and assemblymen, expressing support of pending legislation.

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8. 1951.8.13 - Resolution for State-Wide Study of Retardates Dies in Committee

   This article from Our Chidren's Voice Vol. 3 - Issue No. 2, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in April 1951, discussess the Assembly Resolution No. 93, a resolution that asked Governor Dewey to create a one year study "of the problems of mental retardation and the retarded."

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9. 1951.8.23 - Joint Legislative Committee Proposed (A Resolution)

   This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. III - Issue No. 5, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in December 1951, outlines the proposed resolution (Senate Resolution No. 17 and Assembly Resolution No. 20) introduced in Albany, which calls for the study of mental retardation and organized planning for mentally retarded children.

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10. 1952.2.12 - Assembly Resolution No. 20 and Senate Resolution No. 17

    Letter to Mr. George Shapiro, Council to Governor Thomas E. Dewey, from Joseph T. Weingold, Association Executive Director, discussing the possible creation of a Joint Legislative Committee.

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11. 1952.2.8 - Engberg Writes to Governor Dewey

    Correspondence between E. J. Engberg, of the American Association on Mental Deficiency, and Joseph T. Weingold, Association Executive Director, discussing legislative support for the propoased bill for Legislative Committee. Attached to a copy of Engberg's letter to Governor Thomas E. Dewey, requesting his support of the bill.

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12. 1953.9.2 - A Conversation with Governor Dewey

    Joseph T. Weingold and members of the Association speak with Governor Thomas E. Dewey. Exact date and location of the photo unknown.

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13. 1954.8.1 - Our Children's Voice Vol. VI - Issue No. 1

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Governor Sends Special Message on Part of AHRC Legislative Program, Roosevelt Testimonial Dinner Benefits AHRC, AHRC Presents First Telethon for Mentally Retarded, and AHRC Continues to Exp...

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14. 1954.8.4 - Governor Sends Special Message on Part of AHRC Legislative Program

    This article featured in Our Children's Voice Vol. VI - Issue No. 1, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in April 1954, announces legislation introduced to implement Governor Dewey's call for experimental classes for children with an I.Q. under 50, as well as an appropriation of funds to establish said classes.

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15. 1955.2.1 - Proclamation of Retarded Children's Week

    Original, framed proclamation by New York State Governor, Averell Harriman, declaring the week of November 14-20, 1955 as Retarded Children's Week. The proclamation urges New York State residents to support the work of the National Association for the Help of Retarded Children.

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16. 1956.2.5 - To the Legislature - Press Release

    A January 17, 1956 press release to the Legislature from the Office of New York State Governor, W. Averell Harriman. The release gives an overview of the state of New York State's health services including the polio vaccination, treatment of tuberculosis, heart disease and cancer research, rehabilitation research, water pollution control, and mental hygiene.

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17. 1956.2.9 - Request for the Governor's Support Amending the Education Law

    Letter to New York State Governor Averell Harriman, from Joseph T. Weingold, Association Executive Director, asking for his support of the Association's proposed legislation to amend Section 4408 of the Education Law.

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18. 1956.8.3 - Our Children's Voice Vol. VIII - Issue No. 2

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Reforms Insituted at Wassaic Report Says, 24 Chapters Participate in State Convention, Child Health Day Statement Includes Retarded, and ... And Where are the Mentally Retarded?

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19. 1957.8.1 - Our Children's Voice Vol. VIII - Issue No. 4

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; AHRC Urges $2M Research Institute for Mental Retardation, What's in a Name?, Second Rate Citizens, Fineson Urges Increased Services at Board of Education Budget Hearing, Retarded Children's...

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20. 1957.8.2 - Our Children's Voice Vol. IX - Issue No. 1

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; A Forward Step, The Greatest Hope, The Dream World, OVR Grant, AHRC Reorganization, and Legislature Passes 9 Bills for Mentally Retarded.

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21. 1957.8.4 - Our Children's Voice Vol. IX - Issue No. 3

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; School Districts Lag on Classes for Trainable, Education for Retarded Over 17 Asked, N.I.M.H. Outlines Research Findings, Research Accomplishments in Mental Retardation, Long Range Study of...

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22. 1958.8.4 - Our Children's Voice Vol. X - Issue No. 3

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Board of Education - NYC Disobeys Education Law, 1598 Campaign in High Gear, Levitt Proposes Six Point Aid Program, Costs in Public Institutions for Retarded, Committee Formed for Instituti...

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23. 1958.8.6 - A Forward Step

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. IX - Issue No. 1, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in March 1958, announces the appointment of Mary McCarthy and Bernard Rosenberg to their local Board of Visitors, and describes the feeling of pride and necessity in the Governor's decision.

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24. 1959.2.4 - Legislative Bulletin # 3 - 1959

    Legislative bulletin published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children. Legislative Bulletin # 3 gives an update on three bills currently awaiting approval by Governor Rockefeller and urges Chapters to write to the Governor expressing their support.

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25. 1959.2.6 - Legislative Bulletin # 5 - 1959

    Legislative bulletin published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. Legislative Bulletin # 5 outlines bills both signed and vetoed by the governor. Attached to a memorandum from the Executive Chamber of Nelson A. Rockefeller, announcing the disapproval of Senate bill Int. 573, No. 3362, which sought to amend the Education Law, in relation to special classes for children with retarded mental development, mandating schools to ...

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26. 1959.8.10 - VETO!: The Governor Speaks, A Mother Speaks, The Association Speaks

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XI No. 2, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in July 1959 continues the discussion on the fight for mandatory special education for mentally retarded children, covering the point in view of the Governor, parents, and the AHRC.

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27. 1959.8.12 - Major Legislative Emphasis Fails

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XI No. 2, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in July 1959 breaks down the legislation regarding mandatory education, vetoed by Governor Rockerfeller.

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28. 1959.8.2 - Our Children's Voice Vol. XI - Issue No. 1

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Two Steps Backward, New York City School Board Wins Suit, Joint Legislative Committee Holds Public Hearing, Mandatory Legislation for Children with IQ Under 50 Highlights AHRC Program, Guar...

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29. 1959.8.4 - Our Children's Voice Vol. XI - Issue No. 3

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Special Classes for Educables Increase Rapidly, Who's Responsilibity?, Department of Mental Hygiene Establishes Office of Mental Retardation, and Wassaic Learning for Living Program.

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30. 1960.8.1 - Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 1

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Governor Proposes Aid to Retarded, Must the Interdepartmental Health Resources Board Go?, State Convention Demands Total Program for Retarded, Mental Retardation Program Before the Legislat...

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31. 1960.8.14 - Madatory Classes for Trainable: Governor Signs Bill

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 2, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in June 1960 details the passing of Section 4406 (Education Law), which mandates special classes in public schools for mentally retarded children with an IQ under 50.

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32. 1960.8.16 - Segregated Classes for Educable Vetoed

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 2, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in June 1960 quotes the Governor's message of reasoning for the vetoed bill.

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33. 1960.8.19 - We Propose A Study

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XIII - Issue No. 3, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in September 1960 is an editorial article that details the requested study of the relationship of the State Department of Mental Hygiene to the state schools for the mentally retarded.

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34. 1960.8.2 - Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 2

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Mandatory Classes for Trainable, Text of Law Mandating Special Classes for Trainable Children, Income Tax Exemption for Retarded Child in State Institution, AHRC Issues Lawyers Guide on Wil...

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35. 1960.8.20 - Health, Hospital Council Established by Governor

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XIII - Issue No. 3, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in September 1960 announces the establishment of the Interdepartmental Health and Hospital Council.

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36. 1960.8.3 - Our Children's Voice Vol. XIII - Issue No. 3

    Our Children's Voice was a newsletter published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc., intended to highlight Chapter activities, fundraising events, and other organizational developments. Feature articles within this newsletter include; Carlino for Study - Backs AHRC Request, We Propose A Study, Health and Hospital Council Established by Governor, Income Tax Exemption Modified, New Frontiers for the Mentally Retarded, Curr...

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37. 1960.8.7 - Governor Proposes Aid to Retarded

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 1, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in February 1960 highlights Governor Rockefeller's call for the immediate implementation of the previously passed bill, in which a research intitute for mental retardation was to be established.

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38. 1960.8.8 - Must the Interdepartmental Health Resources Board Go?

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XII - Issue No. 1, published by the Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in February 1960 is an editorial article that discusses the contributions of the Interdepartmental Health Resources Board, and the lack of cooperation from specific state departments.

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39. 1961.4.13 - Board of Visitors Meeting Minutes

    Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Visitors of Willowbrook State School, held on March 15, 1961.

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40. 1961.8.14 - Research Institute Implemented

    This article from Our Children's Voice Vol. XIV - Issue No. 2, published by the New York State Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Inc. in June 1961 announces the details of the Governor's plan for the new Institute for Basic Research in Mental Retardation.

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