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 brief case histories of male inmates at the Western House of Refuge. Information may include inmate
name and number; date received; from what court and location; age and birthday; nativity; health, habits, and occupation of
parents; school attendance record; previous institutionalization; offenses, behavior, and habits before entering Western House;
offense for which committed; inmate's character, intelligence, and prospects; and class (school grade) entered. Records are
restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Brief case histories of male inmates
Quantity:
0.3 cubic feet
3 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1853-1860
Series Number:
A3139