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Abstract:
This series provides brief summaries of construction work carried out by the Department of Public Works and includes only the name and number of the project, the name of the contractor, description of the work, and a date (it is unclear if the date refers to the date of entry in the ledger, the date .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Office of General Services. Office of South Mall Construction
Abstract:
This series consists of carbon copies of outgoing correspondence pertaining to virtually all aspects of the South Mall (Empire State Plaza) construction project. The series also contains chronological log sheets (1971-1980 only), which were used to track incoming and outgoing correspondence. Subjects .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Commission on Cultural Resources
Title:
Series:
B1056
Dates:
[approximately 1970]
Abstract:
This series consists of 12 photographs that were used in presentation portfolios by the Commission on Cultural Resources. The photographs were specifically selected for possible use in Commission publications..........
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). Office of General Services. Design and Construction
Abstract:
This series consists of architectural and mechanical drawings of the 1915 renovation of the "State House" building, located on Eagle Street in Albany, New York, for use by the New York State Court of Appeals. The plans show structural alterations; additions; and heating, sanitary, and electrical mod.........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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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
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Creator:
New York (State). Office of General Services
Abstract:
This series, which identifies each project specification by the building, structural component, or system to which it applies, is a master index to the South Mall project specifications found in Series 16195. The index also contains an abstract of the contents of each specification and a short history .........
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:
Manhattan Psychiatric Center
Abstract:
This series consists of a poster produced by the Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol reproducing the wall and ceiling murals in the Governor's Reception Room. Accompanying the reproduction is a key that provides detailed explanations and interpretations of each of the individual murals. These .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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