Research

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 records of the superintendent of Section 6 of the Barge Canal at Lyons, New York, and lock operator's records for Lock 28B in Newark, near Lyons. The records document the work routine and environment along this section of the canal system and the working relationships among the state, commercial, and private sectors in the economy. Records include statistical summaries; reports; invoices; personnel records; permits; maps; incoming/outgoing correspondence; maintenance records; lock station sheets; navigation and weekly reports.
Creator:
Title:
Superintendent and lock operator's records for Section 6 and Lock 28B of the Barge Canal
Quantity:

73.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1921-1952
Bulk Dates:
(bulk 1930-1950)
Series Number:
B1363