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Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series, known as the "blue line maps," depicts lands acquired for canal purposes up to and including the construction
of the Barge Canal. The maps show inner angles of the towpaths on the old canal; state owned property prior to Barge Canal
construction; property appropriated for Barge Canal projects; various structures, roads, streets, and other landmarks; and
the names of owners of private property adjacent to the canal.
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Title:
Whiteprint copies of maps of lands permanently appropriated by the state for canal purposes
Quantity:
62 cubic feet
69 portfolios; 805 maps
Inclusive Dates:
1917-1948
Series Number:
B0252
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