Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Abandoned children of slaves were to be supported at the state's expense by the local overseers of the poor. This series consists
of a warrant to pay the Overseers of the Poor of the Town of Mamaroneck for the support and maintenance of children born of
slaves and abandoned by their respective masters, as well as a signed statement that the money was received by the overseer.
Creator:
Title:
Payment authorization to treasurer for support and maintenance of children born to slaves in the Town of Mamaroneck
Quantity:
0.1 cubic feet
1 item
1807
Series Number:
B1718