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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:
This series consists of 10 account books that were used by the New York State Engineer and Surveyor's office to track and record information about accounts and expenditures for the Genesee Valley Canal. These volumes include information on type and amount of work being done; contractors performing work; materials being used; profiles of the canal; and other related information.
Creator:
Title:
Account books for the Genesee Valley Canal
Quantity:

2 cubic feet

10 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
approximately 1843, 1863
Series Number:
B0652