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1
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Title:
Series:
A1091
Dates:
1833-1837
Abstract:
This series consists of 3 volumes of measurements, calculations, and estimates for construction of the Chenango Canal. For each survey station (approximately three chains apart), there are calculations of cubic footage of excavation, embankment (towpath, berme, etc.), and lining, with comments and totals. .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
2
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
This series consists of canal construction reports and cover letters from the Special Deputy State Engineer to the State Engineer and Surveyor. The reports include contract number; location of construction; contractors; summary of work done; and percentage of work done..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
3
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
A0879
Dates:
1817-1826
Abstract:
Two scrapbooks of newspaper clippings document the construction and completion of the Erie Canal system. The articles describe the canal itself and summarize progress on its construction. Many are announcements of dinners and celebrations honoring the canal's completion. There are also many articles .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
4
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Abstract:
These volumes contain monthly reports, with cover letters from a deputy State engineer. They are arranged chronologically and contain information on Barge Canal terminal construction such as contract number; contractors; location of terminal; summary of work done; schedules with total value of work .........
Repository:
New York State Archives