Finding Aid Search Results
1
Creator:
New York (State). Department of State
Title:
Series:
B0043
Dates:
1819-1853, 1873-1891
Abstract:
The series consists of printed returns of convicts discharged from state prisons, either through expiration of sentence or pardon. Returns were compiled by the clerks of Mt. Pleasant (Sing Sing), Auburn, and Clinton prisons. While they vary in specific format, returns typically provide data on most .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
2
Creator:
Sing Sing Prison
Abstract:
This series consists of original copies of commutations of sentences signed by the governor. Most relate to incarcerated individuals at Sing Sing but some for Auburn and Clinton are also included. Information includes name of the individual; county of sentence; name of prison; original prison term; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Title:
Series:
A0601
Dates:
1863-1883
Abstract:
Legislation of 1862 (Chapter 417) allowed convicts in state prisons and penitentiaries to earn commutation of part of their sentence for good conduct or labor performed. Reports in the series provide name of convict; county where convicted; crime; date sentenced; term; prison; date received at prison; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives