Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This list of petitions to the Canal Commissioners provides the number and date of petition; name of petitioner; and "nature
of the petition and action had." Petitions are numbered 1 through 120 and concern location of the Erie Canal enlargement;
construction of bridges, culverts, docks, and other structures; water power privileges; and all other matters under the authority
of the Canal Commissioners.
Creator:
Title:
Canal Commissioners calendar of petitions
Quantity:
0.2 cubic feet
1 volume
Inclusive Dates:
1849-1854
Series Number:
A1195
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