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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series contains check stubs documenting payments made for expenses relating to the construction of the new State Capitol building, such as payroll of workers, architects, and other personnel; materials; and shipping charges. The check stubs indicate the date of issue, to whom issued, and amount. .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of stubs from receipts given to employees in exchange for work on the construction project for the new State Capitol building. Each stub lists information for two individuals, including last name and first name initials or abbreviations; employee's position; and date and time of .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of press copies of bi-weekly payrolls for workers employed on the new State Capitol building construction project. Each entry in the payroll contains a worker's name, an identification number, wages paid, and the worker's signature. At the end of each two-week period is a recapitulation .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of listings of terminated stoneworkers for the new State Capitol building construction project. Entries for each worker include the name, beginning and ending dates of employment, and reason for termination, such as "not attending to his work"; "too long on his stone"; "spoiled .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of names of prospective workers on the new State Capitol building construction project. Included are the person's name and position for which they are being considered, and, in most cases, their address. Information about relevant employment experience, desirability as an employee, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of listings of the names of employees engaged in stonecutting on the new State Capitol building construction project. Most entries provide the name and dates indicated by a single day and month. Entries end with a numerical figure possibly representing hours worked by the given .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series documents the shipment via canal vessels of stone used for the construction of the new State Capitol building. Entries include the name of the transporting vessel and the date of shipment. Also included is information that apparently pertains to the platform cars used to transport the material; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
The series consists of a bound volume documenting the recutting of stone used in the construction of the new State Capitol building. Information includes the date of recutting, type of stone cut, number of days used by workers, and dimensions of the stone following recutting. Other information includes .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of the names of persons applying for positions as stonecutters to work on construction of the State Capitol building. Information includes the name of applicant and of the person recommending applicant. Also included are remarks apparently tracking that person's application and .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of an unbound volume recording names and hourly wages of employees hired for construction of the new State Capitol building. Employees are divided into two categories: casting derricks, and laborers. Only two wage rates are indicated..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of records documenting hours worked by employees hired for construction of the new State Capitol building. Information includes the worker's name; starting dates of the work period; and a mark representing each eight-hour shift worked. Entries for some employees note employee had .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of lists of running totals of payments made to employees engaged in the construction of the new State Capitol building. Information includes the entry number, surname, and amount paid..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of a book of stubs from requisitions for materials needed in the construction of the new State Capitol building. Each stub lists requisition date, requisition number, to whom the requisition was made, and the name and quantity of the articles requisitioned..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Title:
Series:
B1628
Dates:
1873
Abstract:
This series consists of the general bill of specifications for the construction of the new State Capitol building, signed by the architect, Thomas Fuller. Included are specifications for ironwork; stonework; brick and plaster work; carpentry; plumbing; and wrought ironwork..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of names of workers engaged in the construction of the new State Capitol building. Entries include dates of hire, lay off and reinstatement; name of person recommending worker for a position; and "remarks". Job titles include stonecutters, machinists, blacksmiths, carpenters, painters, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). New Capitol Commission
Abstract:
This series consists of an index listing employees hired for construction of the new State Capitol. Information includes employee's name; occupation; wage rate; an unidentified alphanumeric code, possibly a wage or job classification code; and remarks pertaining to the existence of an employee sponsor. .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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