Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The Conservation Commission was authorized to purchase forest lands in state parks. This series consists of correspondence
from the Commissioner of the Conservation Commission to the Commissioners of the Land Office relating to proposals for the
purchase of forestlands for state parks. Most correspondence is concerned with the acquisition of land for the Adirondack
and Catskill Forest Preserves. Some maps, vouchers, and survey notes are included.
Creator:
Title:
Correspondence from the Commissioner of the Conservation Commission
Quantity:
1 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1917-1930
Series Number:
A0739