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Entry documentation for building and maintenance of government facilities


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Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
This series contains records of repairs and other work done on government buildings. By the 1797 law appointing a state comptroller, state officials and agencies were to account to the comptroller for any state money they spent, and to make compensation for money they owed to the state.
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Entry documentation for building and maintenance of government facilities
Quantity:

1.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1785-1855
Series Number:
A0825

Arrangement

Chronological.

Scope and Content Note

This series contains records of repairs and other work done on government buildings. By the 1797 law appointing a state comptroller, state officials and agencies were to account to the comptroller for any state money they spent, and to make compensation for money they owed to the state.

The series consists of records of repairs to the governor's office and house; repairs to the secretary of state's office and house; receipts, payments, rent, and repairs regarding the Government House; and work on the Assembly Chamber, Exchange, Executive Chamber, state offices, and other state facilities. The records contain accounts, contracts, vouchers, and audits.

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