Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The series consists of 34 field books created by James Frost as he surveyed lands for individuals to help settle disputes
over property boundaries or for appraisal. Frost was also hired by New York State for similar purposes where he worked under
the direction of the State Surveyor General. These volumes contain survey notes and topographical sketches and provide information
on the reason the survey was conducted, who requested it; survey location; date; and names of any assistants to Frost.
Creator:
Title:
Field books for surveys by James Frost of New York State lands
Quantity:
0.06 cubic feet
3 microfilm rolls 35mm
Inclusive Dates:
1811-1838
Series Number:
B1407
Sponsor:
Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.