Finding Aid Search Results
1
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0685
Dates:
1895-1904
Abstract:
This series consists of estimates for repairs on the Western Division of the Erie Canal. The estimates describe the type and cost of work being done for the Nine Million Dollar Improvement of the Erie Canal which was initiated in 1895..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
2
Creator:
New York (State). Surveyor General
Title:
Series:
B0722
Dates:
1837-1840
Abstract:
This series consists of a volume of measurements of stone used for the enlargement of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
3
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Abstract:
These are vouchers, dated at Perinton, Monroe County, request payment for labor, supplies, boarding costs, and other repair expenses. Accompanying the vouchers is a letter of W.W. Selye to Canal Commissioner John D. Fay..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
4
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
A1098
Dates:
1867-1868
Abstract:
These booklets contain estimates submitted to the Canal Commissioners by the resident engineers for various improvements on Erie, Champlain, and Black River canal sections, locks, dams, docks and piers. Entries include location of improvement; quantity and value of material used; name of contractor; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
5
Creator:
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
Title:
Series:
A1389
Dates:
1871
Abstract:
This series consists of a report to Governor's Commission to Investigate Canal Frauds concerning repairs made to the Chemung Canal Feeder after a break that occurred in the freshet of April 19, 1870. The report charges contractor Jarvis Lord with excessive hiring at unnecessary cost to the state. Attached .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
6
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Board
Title:
Series:
B0348
Dates:
1851
Abstract:
This series contains registers of contract proposals received by the Canal Board for the Erie Canal enlargement, Western and Middle Divisions. With the exception of a single volume, entries provide the following information: number of proposal, names of proposers, names of guaranty, P.O. address (only .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
7
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0353
Dates:
1880-1900
Abstract:
none
Repository:
New York State Archives
8
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0355
Dates:
1854-1855
Abstract:
Chapter 329 of the Laws of 1854 appropriated $2,250,000 in state funds to provide for the enlargement of the Erie, Oswego, Cayuga, and Seneca Canals; the completion of the Black River and Genesee Valley Canals; and the enlargement of the locks of the Champlain Canal. This series consists of one volume .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
9
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
This series consists of forms related to contracts for construction and repairs on canals throughout New York State..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
10
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0363
Dates:
1903
Abstract:
This series consists of a volume of monthly summaries of payment for the improvement of sections of the Champlain, Erie, and Oswego Canals. The forms in this volume detail expenditures by various offices and the pupose of each payment..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
11
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
This volume tracks canal construction and repair work in the Western Division of the Erie Canal. For each project, a description of the work is provided with pertinent legislation and cost information (if applicable). Transactions are listed with debits on the left-hand side and credits on the right-hand .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
12
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0699
Dates:
approximately 1854-1904
Abstract:
This series consists of bills of materials that were used in construction and repair projects on state canals. The materials referred to in these volumes are generally timber, iron, and planking..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
13
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0703
Dates:
1850-1860
Abstract:
This volume contains quantities and prices of labor and materials provided by and amounts owed to private contractors during the construction of portions of the Genesee Valley Canal during the 1850s. At the beginning of the volume, the accounts are arranged in eight groups, with each group pertaining .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
14
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor. Western Division Engineer's Office
Title:
Series:
B0705
Dates:
1848-1868
Abstract:
This series contains miscellaneous payments for work done on the Western Division of the New York State Canal System, specifically the Erie and Genesee Valley Canals. Included are payments to landowners for temporary occupation of land, damage to buildings, and labor and materials for construction work .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
15
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor. Western Division Engineer's Office
Title:
Series:
B0706
Dates:
1848-1858
Abstract:
This series contains lists of expenditures made by engineers of the Western Division of the New York State Canal System and mainly deal with the Erie and Genesee Valley Canals. Included is information on who the expenditure was made out to and what the expenditure was for..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
16
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
B0716
Dates:
1840-1846
Abstract:
This series consists of records of expenditures made for improvement and repairs of the Middle Division of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
17
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Resident Engineer's ledger of expenses for the enlargement of the Eastern Division of the Erie Canal
Series:
B0719
Dates:
1854-1855
Abstract:
This series consists of engineering expense records for engineers working on the Eastern Division of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
18
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0724
Dates:
1839-1845
Abstract:
This series consists of records related to the enlargement of the Erie Canal and includes summaries of valve gates and fixtures; notes related to land damage; certified accounts settled; and computations for several sections of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
19
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Abstract:
These records document execution and fulfillment of contracts for canal construction and repairs. Included are agreements for excavation of the canal, for construction of locks, bridges, and other structures, and for general repairs; detailed work specifications; bonds for performance of work and payment .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
20
Creator:
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
Title:
Series:
A1267
Dates:
1817-1871
Abstract:
This series consists of accounts of monies paid to contractors and others for construction, repair, and enlargement of the Erie and Champlain canals. Each account contains: name of contractor; number of contract; location of work (section or lock number); date; and amount of payment. Also included in .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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