{"value"=>"<p>The City Club of New York is a good government organization founded in 1892 by Edmond Kelly. Similar to the Citizens Union of New York, its objective was to promote responsible and effective government in New York City. Bard, in his capacity as a legal expert, served on the Committee on Legislation, and reported on Assembly and Senate bills. Bard also served on the Board of Trustees and was an active member of the club for most of his life. Issues covered in this series include the Consolidated Gas Company controversy of 1925, courts, elections, and housing</p> <p>Only a small amount of correspondence is present in this series, the bulk of the material consisting of printed and near printed matter including reports, circular letters, memoranda, and minutes of the board and various committees</p>"}