Library, 1934-1990
Part of collection: The Seagram Company, Ltd. records (2126)
Dates
- Creation: 1934-1990
Scope and Contents
The Library records are divided into six sections. (1) Administrative Records contain invoices and related materials (1973-1982). (2) Alcoholic Beverage Industry Files include clippings; newsletters; publications from trade associations; background and historical information on Seagram subsidiaries and the liquor industry; and information about liquor taxation, legislation and regulations (1934-1991, bulk 1960s-1980s). (3) Beverage Tax Reporting records regard shipments to states (1988). Section (4) contains Bottled Water Studies (1984-1990). (5) The Competitive Company Files include clippings, articles, annual reports and financial statements (1945-1990). (6) The Consumer Studies are mainly published by magazines regarding their readership and its demographics and consumer preferences. Studies by Time and Newsweek include general studies of alcohol consumption and sales patterns. This subseries also contains studies specific to race, ethnicity, age, gender and marital status (1949-1982, bulk 1960s-1970s).
Extent
From the Series: 136 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
Restrictions apply to selected records and are noted where applicable within the finding aid.
Litigators may not view the collection without approval.
Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Joseph E. Seagram and Sons, Inc (Organization)
- From the Collection: Seagram Company (Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository