Scrapbook relating to canal matters
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.2 cubic feet
1volume
Scope and Content Note
This volume contains a variety of documents relating to the construction and repair of the state's canal system during the 1870s. Included are manuscript copies of the proceedings of the Board of Canal Commissioners; correspondence between several offices and agencies responsible for canal administration; and a small amount of financial information regarding awards of the Board of Canal Appraisers, awards of the Canal Board, appropriations, and expenditures.
Custodial History
The impetus for the creation of this scrapbook and the volume's custodial history are unknown. Archives staff discovered the volume during renovation of storage space in 2002 and accessioned it in October of that year.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Access Terms
New York (State). Canal Investigating Commission
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
New York (State). Canal Commissioners
New York (State). Department of Audit and Control