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 a Bertillon ledger with summary identification information on residents of the Women's Prison at Auburn.
Data includes inmate's name; identification number; color; aliases; term; date of sentence; county; crime; reception date;
residence; criminal act; height; Bertillon measurements related to facial and body characteristics; age; nativity; occupation;
hair color and texture; complexion; weight; build; marks, scars, moles, deformities, etc.; criminal history; date examined;
and doctor examining.
Creator:
Title:
Female inmate identification file
Quantity:
0.5 cubic feet
(1 volume)
Inclusive Dates:
1909-1933
Series Number:
B0054
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