Research

Scope and Content Note

This series consists of transcribed contracts, specifications, and proposals from contractors and suppliers for a wide variety of construction projects , work on building additions, repairs and improvements, and for equipment for Utica State Hospital. Contracts are for such proposed projects and material as fire escapes; chimneys; greenhouses; windows; skylights; floors; laundry equipment; sewers; entire additional buildings; printing; kitchen equipment; beds; doorbells; coal; installation of plumbing; and telephone equipment.

The series also contains some approvals by the Board of Managers and authorizations to begin work on certain projects; lease agreements for farm land; and insurance agreements.