Research

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

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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

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

This series consists of records of expenditures made for improvement and repairs of the Middle Division of the Erie Canal..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

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Abstract:  

This register includes two entries for each check, debiting the account of the Canal Commissioners and crediting the bank on which the check was drawn. Entries provide check number; date; account; bank drawn on; and payee. There are also about 8 letters from the Manhattan Company to the State Auditor .........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

Letters mostly concern canal contracts, tolls, bonds, and other financial matters and the petitions request that individuals be appointed to jobs in the canal system. Also included are letters complaining about the condition of the canals or the performance of canal employees..........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

Title:  

 

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

 

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Creator:

New York (State). Canal Commissioners

 

 

Title:  

 

Abstract:  

These vouchers were submitted to a canal commissioner and accompanied by a receipt for money paid by him. Vouchers specify monies paid for appraising property; moving buildings; advertising for proposal; excavating earth; and constructing or altering locks, waste weirs, dams, and other canal structu.........

 

Repository:  

New York State Archives