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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 correspondence to Willard State Hospital officials and their replies. Most concerns the disposal of the estates of patients who died at Willard State Hospital and/or inheritances bequeathed to patients. Other topics include patient condition inquiries; death and discharge notifications; materials for building or improvement projects; employment opportunities; and patient funding by Overseers of the Poor. Also included are a few blue prints of apparatus and copies of certificates to construction companies for materials and work performed.
Creator:
Title:
Willard State Hospital correspondence
Quantity:

5.25 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1893-1964
Series Number:
B1468