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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:
These reports of goods imported to New York Colony consist of single page reports containing the name and type of sailing
vessel, name of captain, place from which shipment originated, and an itemized list of goods. Most entries document importation
of rum but also shipments of cocoa, wine, gin, and brandy are recorded. Scattered reports document the importation of slaves
primarily from the West Indies. Many volumes were severely damaged by the 1911 Capitol fire.
Creator:
Title:
Reports of goods imported (Manifest Books) to New York
Quantity:
5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1740-1775
Series Number:
A3196
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