Research

1

Creator:

New York (State). Department of State

 

 

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Chapter 140 of the laws of 1875 required public almshouses and poorhouses in New York State to keep records on individual inmates and to send copies of these records to the State Board of Charities each month. Census forms in this series provide information on individual inmates' personal, family, and .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

2

Creator:

New York (State). State Board of Charities

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series contains transcripts of testimony, letters, and depositions of officials, employees, and inmates providing information on conditions and treatment of inmates at the Rensselaer County Almshouse. The testimony covers routine operations of the institution, conduct and efficiency of the staff, .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

3

Creator:

New York (State). State Board of Charities

 

 

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Abstract:  

Questionnaires provide information on medical facilities and conditions in poorhouse hospitals: amount of space; amount and type of facilities, including special facilities; names and salaries of medical personnel; dietary practices and kitchen facilities; sanitary conditions; heating, plumbing, and .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

4

Creator:

New York (State). State Board of Charities

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series contains reports submitted by orphan asylums, hospitals, shelters for the homeless, and other charitable institutions receiving state funding. Each report is divided into two sections: Schedule A contains financial data including the value of real and personal property, investments, indebtedness, .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives