Outgoing correspondence from the Clerk of the Contracting Board
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Overview of the Records
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0.3 cubic feet
1 volume).
Arrangement
Chronological.
Administrative History
The Contracting Board was authorized by a law of 1854 and was given the power to administer the contracts which had been approved for repairs and enlargements to the Canal by the Canal Board. The Contracting Board consists of the Canal Commissioners, the Comptroller, and the State Engineer and Surveyor.
Scope and Content Note
This is a bound volume of carbon copies of letters from the Clerk of the Contracting Board. Topics include: contract awards; drafts and vouchers for contracts; and the appointments to offices such as Superintendent of Canal Repairs.
Other Finding Aids
Available at Repository
Alphabetical index in volume.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Access Terms
New York (State). Contracting Board
New York (State). Canal Commissioners