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 releases of right and claim to property by individuals to the State of New York. Almost all of the
releases convey real property to the state. Releases are for lands erroneously granted by letters patent; purchased by the
state for public buildings; seized during the Revolutionary War; and or redeemed for delinquent taxes. Each release lists
the name of the releasor, date of release, and date of filing in the Secretary of State's Office.
Creator:
Title:
Original releases to the state
Quantity:
9 cubic feet
15 volumes; 8 microfilm rolls 35mm
Inclusive Dates:
1782-1929
Series Number:
A0451