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 certificates of conveyance of lands sold for unpaid taxes at public auctions held by the state comptroller in 1812, 1814, 1815, 1821, and 1826. Each certificate lists name of purchaser, number of acres purchased, county in which land was situated, location of land within larger tract, amount paid, and date of purchase.
Creator:
Title:
New York State Comptroller's Office certificates of lands sold at vendue sales for which deeds were given
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

Inclusive Dates:
1812-1826
Series Number:
A0217