Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of various documents filed by gas and electric utilities in New York City and adjacent counties as required by state law: copies of certificates of incorporation; transcripts of corporate records relating to changes in capital stock, bond issues, and mortgages; consolidation and merger agreements; consents of local governments constituting franchises; deeds and mortgages; copies of court decisions affecting franchise rights; charts of corporate history and structure; and maps showing locations of utility lines.
Creator:
Title:
New York State Public Service Commission First District gas and electric company corporate and franchise document files
Quantity:

5.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1850-1957
Bulk Dates:
1907-1935
Series Number:
15904