Most archives organize their holdings by author or donor, rather than by subject.
While this method is fine for archivists, it does not always suit researchers since they often need to access materials by subject. To some extent this problem can be solved by the use of computers, tracings, or added-entry cards, but such access tools are not always easy to use. Recognizing that many researchers may benefit from handout sheets identifying all records on a given topic, the State Archives created circulars listing its holdings on specific subjects. An inventory of these subjects is listed below. Direct questions about content to the State Archives .