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 monthly payrolls "of attendants and servants" at the New York State Asylum for Idiots (1876-1890)
and the Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children (1891-1911). Occupations of those listed include cook, baker,
seamstress, table girl, nurse, attendant, gardener, hall girl, farmer, engineer, man, gymnast, and carpenter, among others.
Payroll format changes slightly over time.
Creator:
Title:
Monthly payroll books
Quantity:
1 cubic foot
4 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1876-1911
Series Number:
B1667