Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series documents Auburn Prison expenditures. Categories include salaries of prison officers, rations, firewood, clothing and bedding, hospital, discharge and transportation of convicts, and repairs. For each expenditure the ledger lists the date of entry, name of individual or company receiving payment, description of goods or services purchased, and amount paid. Also included is a recapitulation of monthly receipts and expenditures.
Creator:
Title:
Expenditure ledger
Quantity:

2 cubic feet

3 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
1894-1900 (with gaps)
Series Number:
B1234