Series I: David D. Henry/Carroll V. Newsom

Records in the administrative subseries consist primarily of correspondence that lends insight into Henry's and Newsom's interaction with the University community, particularly Henry's strong relationships with other administrators, including President Henry Heald. The series contains information on the Edwin Berry Burgum case, the English Professor who was dismissed as a result of a House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) investigation of his alleged membership in the communist party (Box 1/Fldrs. 5-6), and College of Medicine Professor Albert Keston's attempt to seek draft deferment on the grounds that he was performing valuable research (Box 6/Fldrs. 15-16). In addition, the files contain information on land acquisitions (Box 6/Fldr. 5), substantial material on the expansion of the NYU Medical Center (Box 7/Fldrs. 49), and correspondence regarding the American Korean Foundation and American benefits to Korean War veterans (Box 1/Fldrs. 1-2; Box 8/ Fldr 1).

The third series in this subgroup represents the public side of David Henry during the years 1952-1955, with one file containing material as far back as 1949. Henry made frequent speaking engagements and public appearances to promote his interests in educational strategies and techniques such as the use of film, television and computers, along with foreign exchange and urban outreach programs. NYU dedications, and speeches to NYU associations and councils are also included. The series measures .5 linear feet.