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 applications that are sworn statements, giving name of applicant, date, parcel(s) description(s),
and appraised value(s), with Treasurer's office payment receipts attached. Most applications are for the purchase of "Prison
Lands" in the Old Military Tract in Franklin County. Also included are minutes of the Commissioners of the Land Office; miscellaneous
deeds with related documents; and petition of John B. Van Allen for sale of certain parcels in Albany, with search and abstract.
Creator:
Title:
Applications to purchase state lands
Quantity:
0.5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1859-1913
Series Number:
A1381
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