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Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series consists of standard reporting forms submitted to the Board of Charities by keepers or officers in charge of poorhouses
and almshouses. The forms provide personal data regarding tramps who applied to local overseers of the poor, police, or keepers
of poorhouses and almshouses for food and/or lodging.
Creator:
Title:
New York State Board of Charities registers of tramps applying for relief
Quantity:
1.3 cubic feet
6 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1875-1876
Series Number:
A1990
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