Identity area
Reference code
Title
Date(s)
- 1914-1926 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
9 folders
Context area
Name of creator
Administrative history
The Committee was set up in 1914 by the Lord Mayor as part of a national scheme to support local people during the First World War. The Committee continued to provide support locally until 1935.
Repository
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Papers relating to the operational activities of the Committee including reparations to victims of the Zeppelin Raids in York and relief for families of men in the forces. Also includes papers on the sub-committees and other funds such as the National Food Fund and establishment of other social services.
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Material is available subject to the usual terms and conditions of access to Archives and Local History collections.
Conditions governing reproduction
Images are supplied for private research only at the Archivist's discretion. Please note that material may be unsuitable for copying on conservation grounds. Researchers who wish to publish material must seek copyright permission from the copyright owner.
Language of material
- English