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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 cancelled or unused certificates of state stock issued for construction of canals, railroads, the new Capitol, and for general fund expenditures. Accompanying many certificates are receipts for payment of principal and interest, powers of attorney for transfer of stock, a few stub books, lists of stockholders, and other miscellaneous documents. Scores of different stock issues are included; each issue was authorized by an act of the Legislature.
Creator:
Title:
Comptroller's Office cancelled state stock certificates
Quantity:

14.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1815-1920
Series Number:
A1449