Report of the Mayor's Billboard Advertising Commission of the City of New York. August 1, 1913

This is a report from the Mayor's Billboard Advertising Commission of the City of New York, dated August 1, 1913. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the early regulation of outdoor advertising in a major American city. The document likely contains details about the commission's findings, recommendations, and the prevailing attitudes toward billboard advertising at the time. It serves as a valuable primary source for understanding the historical context of urban planning, advertising practices, and civic governance in early 20th-century New York.

Researchers and historians interested in the evolution of advertising, the development of urban landscapes, and the history of New York City will find this report to be a significant resource. It sheds light on the challenges and debates surrounding the visual environment of a rapidly growing metropolis and the efforts to balance commercial interests with public welfare.

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