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 copies of outgoing correspondence from the State Architect, Lewis F. Pilcher about the reconstruction
and other improvements of the State Capitol following the 1911 fire. Addressees include the Trustees and Superintendent of
Public Buildings, State Comptroller, heads of state agencies housed in the Capitol, contractors, building materials and furnishings
manufacturers, and periodicals in which notices to contractors were published. Topics include contract specifications, bids,
awarding and payment of contracts, progress and approval of completed work.
Creator:
Title:
State Architect's letter books
Quantity:
0.3 cubic feet
(2 volumes)
Inclusive Dates:
1914-1917
Series Number:
B0336
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