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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:
Consisting of state contracts for canal improvements prior to the construction of the Barge Canal, included are agreements
and specifications, financial statements of bonding companies, general contracts, maps, tracings, drawings, correspondence,
and bid proposals. Most of the contracts deal with: lengthening of locks on the Erie and Oswego canals; attempts to enlarge
the Champlain Canal; introduction of electricity to towage; second enlargement of the canals; and early stages of Barge Canal
construction or the third enlargement.
Creator:
Title:
Canal system contract agreements and specifications
Quantity:
4 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1888-1904
Series Number:
B0216
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