Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
These reports concern value of land; land claims and title disputes; errors in previous surveys; requests for unappropriated state land; surveys and sales of state land; grants of land to persons in the problematic military tracts; and requests for title to unappropriated lands settled and improved. Also included are survey maps; minutes and resolutions of the Commissioners of the Land Office; reports from the surveyor general; and affidavits supporting petitions.
Creator:
Title:
Surveyor General's reports on petitions to the State Legislature
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

1 microfilm roll 35mm

Inclusive Dates:
1795-1829
Series Number:
A1820