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Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of volumes providing physical description and summary personal, criminal conviction, and sentencing information regarding each inmate admitted to Clinton Prison..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

42

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of ledger accounts for appropriations received from the state. Cash Accounts have entries for state appropriations and prison sales on the debit side and entries to the credit of the prison, with monthly totals and running balances. Also included are separate accounts for Legislative .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

43

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of a daily account of receipts and expenditures at Clinton prison. Receipts include state appropriations and returns due to overcharges. Expenditure entries include voucher number; payee; itemized account of goods or services furnished; and total payment. Moneys were disbursed for .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

44

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series documents ores mined by prison labor under contract to the firms of Burton Davison and Co. and Thorne and Watson. Entries include the date and pounds of ore with sub-totals for each page, and recapitulations for each month..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

45

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of copies of general and special orders from Agent and Warden of Clinton State Prison concerning the duties of keepers and guards, rules for prisoners, and other administrative procedures..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

46

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of a daily record of purchases of cloth and other items relating to tailoring, apparently for a shirt industry at Clinton State Prison. Entries include the quantity, description, and price of the article purchased, with subtotals for each purchase. Also included are expenses for .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

47

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of a record of the inmate population kept by the principal keeper. Daily entries include total inmates, and, for earlier years only, the number received and discharged. Also included are brief notes on events at the prison each day, including the principal keeper's inspection visits, .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

48

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of daily entries of prison events. Entries include the name of warden or principal keeper in charge; total number of inmates confined; names and numbers of prisoners admitted, discharged, or punished; and a note of events at the prison. Details for early narratives are very brief; .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

49

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of annual reports of Clinton Prison submitted by the Warden to the Commissioner of Corrections. Reports usually include summary statistics on inmate population and finances and reports from various units of prison administration such as commissary, school, library, hospital, chaplains, .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

50

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

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Abstract:  

Office files of the Clinton Prison Warden contain correspondence, memorandums, and printed forms. Subjects include accidents involving staff; aliens in custody; arms and ammunition; amusements; Champlain College; chaplains; commissary; contraband; duty chart; fires; grievance procedures; insurance; .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

51

Creator:

Elmira Reformatory

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of 11 volumes of registers containing summary information on incarcerated individuals at the time of their admission to Elmira. The registers cover the period from May 24, 1877 to December 27, 1950 and consecutive numbers from 1 to 51274. Registers covering the period from October .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

52

Creator:

Elmira Reformatory

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series indexes the consecutive number given to incarcerated individuals upon admission to Elmira Reformatory. Information includes last name, first name, and consecutive number..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

53

Creator:

Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of summary background information on inmates at Clinton Prison. The "Guard Room" register includes inmate name and number; company and cell number; date received; county where convicted; name of judge; crime; and minimum sentence or eligibility for parole. Discharge and/or parole .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

54

Creator:

Sing Sing Prison

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of case files of incarcerated individuals sentenced to electrocution at Sing Sing Prison. Files contain warrants of execution; investigation reports (personal and criminal history); receipts for, and replies to, notice of appeal (if filed); correspondence regarding writing and visiting .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

55

Creator:

Dannemora State Hospital

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of case files for inmates who received psychiatric examinations at Dannemora State Hospital. Information includes name; number; ethnic background; age; birthdate; birthplace; religion; marital status; date of admission; number of previous admissions to Dannemora; place transferred .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

56

Creator:

Adirondack Correctional Treatment and Evaluation Center

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of records and administrative materials from Adirondack Correctional Treatment and Evaluation Center and its predecessor facilities, Dannemora State Hospital and Clinton Diagnostic and Treatment Center. Files include hospital research; correspondence; progress reports; conference .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

57

Creator:

Elmira Reformatory

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of a register of new incarcerated individuals received at Elmira. Each entry includes their name, sentencing date, date received, and consecutive number..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

58

Creator:

Elmira Reformatory

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of a register of men received at the Elmira Reformatory. The register contains consecutive number; full name of incarcerated individual; and date and time received. The volume relates to consecutive numbers 44713 to 49700..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

59

Creator:

Elmira Reformatory. Classification Clinic

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of a register of incarcerated individuals received at Elmira Reformatory. The volume relates to consecutive numbers 42170 to 49999. The register contains the incarcerated individual's name and number; date received; room number; room moved to; age; county; religion; and color. In .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

60

Creator:

New York State Reformatory for Women

 

 

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Abstract:  

This series consists of admission, transfer, discharge, and parole reports for mental defectives at the New York State Reformatory for Women. The bulk of the series consists of parole reports which include brief narratives; inmate number; current whereabouts; social and mental history; current living .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives