Serving at the pleasure of the President: The nomination papers of the United States Senate, 1789-1946

Article Abstract:

Archived nomination papers in Senate records offer a useful source of information to trace the history of the Senate's 'advise and consent role' and for genealogical research regarding presidential appointments. The records of the Senate regarding presidential nominations deals directly with the personal history and qualifications of the individual federal employees and offer a useful, virtually untapped source of information for genealogy research.

Presidents, Records and correspondence, Genealogy, Presidential nominations

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Documenting democracy at state and local levels

Article Abstract:

The marvelous contribution of National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) in terms of preserving essential evidence for documenting the political democracy and fund the diverse history and culture of United States is discussed. The promotion of the preservation and use of America's documentary heritage in understanding democracy, history and culture is described.

Other General Government Support, Natl Historical Publ & Records Com, Documentation, United States. National Historical Publications and Records Commission

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The Official Register of the United States, 1816-1959

Article Abstract:

The Official Register, a national directory of employees, agents and officers of the federal government from 1816 to 1959 in the United States and its scope is discussed. It stands out as the best example of published government documents that provide a rich source of information regarding people who worked for the federal government.

Collections and collecting, Genealogical libraries, Genealogical databases and libraries

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