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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 Auburn Prison's general ledger which functioned as the principal record of final entry for all Auburn's financial transactions. The volume is arranged by accounts according to funds or vendor. The debit entries list date of transaction, description of transaction, and amount of transaction. The credit entries list date, amount, and the method of payment. The front of the volume contains an index to each account.
Creator:
Title:
General ledger
Quantity:

0.5 cubic feet

1 volume

Inclusive Dates:
1877-1888
Series Number:
B1236