Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The microfilm is an index to testators in New York State Archives series J0038-82, Probated Wills, 1671-1815. The index lists
testators (makers of wills) in alphabetical order by surname. It provides name; date of will; place of residence (usually
county); will in foreign language (Dutch); whether will was recorded ("R"); and file number (e.g., "AA23"; the second letter
and the number designate the actual file).
Creator:
Title:
Testator index to probated wills
Quantity:
.1 cubic feet
1 microfilm reel; 35 mm.
Inclusive Dates:
1671-1815
Series Number:
A4700