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Creator:
New York (State). Superintendent of Public Works
Abstract:
This series consists of a letter and account book kept by the assistant clerk of the Office of the Superintendent of Public Works. It mainly includes bills and correspondence related to construction of the Barge Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor. Western Division Engineer's Office
Abstract:
This series consists of a letter book kept by the assistant engineer in the Western Division engineer's office of the New York State Engineer and Surveyor. The correspondence in this volume mainly concerns the construction and repair of the Barge Canal..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Superintendent of Public Works
Series:
B0340
Dates:
1911-1914
Abstract:
This series consists records of bills related to construction and repairs on canals in the Eastern Division of the New York State Canal System..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Secretary of State
Abstract:
The series consists of a variety of documents, without apparent relationship, apparently deposited with the Secretary of State as the copy of record. They include records of appointments, fees, and oaths of office; descriptions of city seals and notary public signatures; receipts for company charters; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Commissioners of the Canal Fund
Abstract:
This series, arrange chronologically, consists of entries for deposits and withdrawals in the account of the Commissioners of the Canal Fund in the Canal Bank..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Abstract:
These files concern the review, implementation, administration, and supervision of contracts entered into by the state for construction of the Barge Canal and canal terminals. Records include contracts; correspondence; memorandums; contract specifications and alterations; general contract descriptions; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Board
Abstract:
These are monthly reports and cover letters from the State Engineer and Surveyor to the Secretary of the Canal Board and to the Comptroller. The reports contain contract number; location of construction; names of contractor; and summary and percentage of work done..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
Abstract:
These photographs appear to have been submitted to the State Engineer and Surveyor by the Board of Consulting Engineers, a board of five civil engineers appointed to follow the progress of work on the canal system and to report on it to the State Engineer and Surveyor. Photographs show: canals; locks; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Department of Transportation. Division of Waterways Maintenance
Abstract:
The series consists of nonactive registration applications and certificates of registry for vessels operating on the Barge Canal system, as well as documentation of vessels' trips on the canal. Applications provide information on each vessel, including vessel type, dimensions, history, and owners. The .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
Abstract:
This series contains bills of lading and clearances for cargoes. Information includes boat name; shipment date; name of consignee for each shipment of goods; description and value of articles; where shipped from and to; weight; miles traveled; and tolls charged for each group of articles shipped. Since .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). State Engineer and Surveyor
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
Creator:
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
Abstract:
This series from the Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department consists weekly reports listing date of inspection; clearance number; where issued; name of boat; hailing place; name of master; destination; draft of boat (in feet of water); nature of cargo; "character of inspection" (measurement used); .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Commissioners of the Canal Fund
Abstract:
This series consists of articles of agreement between the State of New York in a bank, specifying terms and conditions of deposit of monies of the canal fund; and of forms supplied by the Canal Department outlining the terms and conditions of the bank directors acceptance of the agreement. Also included .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Abstract:
This series consists of bonds given by Superintendents of Repairs, toll collectors, contractors for labor and materials, and bank holding deposits of tolls. Also included are copies of oaths sworn by the weigh masters, boat inspectors, and clerks of toll collectors, who were not required to post bon.........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Abstract:
These are abstracts of decisions made by the auditor of the Canal Department regarding canal tolls and other regulations. The volume also records appointments and removals of canal toll collectors and other officials..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Board
Abstract:
Rough minutes document the Canal Board's administration of the state canal system in accordance with legislation of 1826 and 1870. The series is comprised mainly of resolutions and financial statements concerning: issuing of stock; transfer of bank account; purchase of real estate; settlement of wages; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Board
Abstract:
This series of sample forms includes circular letters from the Canal Department to Superintendents of Canal Repairs and to Collectors of Canal Tolls and resolutions of the Canal Board regarding routine maintenance of the canal and other canal business..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Abstract:
These records relate to bridges over the Erie Canal and the Barge Canal that either needed to be replaced or built to accommodate new canal locations. The lists note contract number; name of bridge; location; measurements such as lowest point on structure, normal pool elevation, and clearance; by whom .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Abstract:
This list of petitions to the Canal Commissioners provides the number and date of petition; name of petitioner; and "nature of the petition and action had." Petitions are numbered 1 through 120 and concern location of the Erie Canal enlargement; construction of bridges, culverts, docks, and other structures; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Creator:
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
Abstract:
These survey maps of the canal system in New York State fulfilled a law requiring a complete map and field notes of every canal in the state. The maps show: survey stations for measuring length of the canal; courses and distances (linked by red lines); canal right-of-way (blue line); locks; aqueducts; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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