Finding Aid Search Results
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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
22
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0723
Dates:
1850-1862
Abstract:
This series consists of records of payment to contractors who worked on the Eastern Division of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
23
Creator:
New York (State). Superintendent of Public Works. Assistant Superintendent's Office
Title:
Series:
B1021
Dates:
1900
Abstract:
This is a series of photographs, circa 1900, of culverts, places where water passes below the Canal, on the Western Division of the Erie Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
24
Creator:
New York (State). Contracting Board
Title:
Series:
A1127
Dates:
1847-1869
Abstract:
The Contracting Board received proposals and bonds for performance of work submitted by persons wishing to obtain contracts for construction or repair of canals. Series includes printed forms for locks, culverts, waste weirs, aqueducts, bridge abutments, reservoirs, iron superstructure, and general .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
25
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
A1131
Dates:
1835-1905
Abstract:
These estimates of proposed expenditures for canal repairs were submitted by Superintendents of Repairs to the Canal Commissioner responsible for specific division of the canal system. Each estimate provides the location of the work project, names of structures or work involved, and an estimated cost .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
26
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
A1132
Dates:
1835-1878
Abstract:
These are reports on expenditures made by Superintendents of Repairs and submitted to the Canal Commissioner responsible for specific division of the canal system. Entries include the name and location of structure or work, amount of labor and materials used, and unit cost and total expenditures. The .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
27
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Title:
Series:
A1364
Dates:
1857-1861
Abstract:
Consisting of press copies of letters from the Clerk of the Contracting Board, topics addressed by the volume include contract awards; drafts and vouchers for contracts; and appointments to offices such as Superintendent of Canal Repairs..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
28
Creator:
New York (State). Department of State
Title:
Series:
A1873
Dates:
1834-1861
Abstract:
This series contains meeting minutes of Trustees of the Capitol and State Hall. Information includes meeting date and location, attendees, and what transpired. Topics include plans for the constitution, repair and maintenance of State buildings; disposition of funds for these purposes; the appointment .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
29
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
30
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
31
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
This series consists of ledgers documenting expenses incurred by the State Engineer and Surveyor's office for the repair and construction of canals, as well as expenses related to road improvements; surveys; production of blueprints; and the repair of locks and bridges. The information is presented .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
32
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0353
Dates:
1880-1900
Abstract:
none
Repository:
New York State Archives
33
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
34
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
This series consists of indexes to maps and plans created by the New York State Engineer and Surveyor. The indexes contain the book number; title of the map or plan; and date..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
35
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
36
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Title:
Series:
B0399
Dates:
1835-1912
Abstract:
This series consists of volumes of calculations and estimates related to construction and repair work performed on New York State's canal system..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
37
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
38
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
39
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
40
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Title:
Series:
B0704
Dates:
1873-1894
Abstract:
This series consists of printed forms of proposals for work to be done on the Middle Division of the Erie Canal. The proposals contain information on materials used, descriptions of work, and costs of projects..........
Repository:
New York State Archives