Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Chapter 12 of the Laws of 1788 gave the Court of Chancery the responsibility for overseeing the well being and property of
persons deemed idiots or lunatics and infant trustees (persons under the age of 21 whose person and estate are under the care
of a trustee of guardian). This series is a listing of information on cases in which a guardian, committee, or receiver was
appointed by the Chancellor.
Creator:
Title:
Register's register of guardians, committees, and receivers
Quantity:
0.3 cubic feet
1 volume
Inclusive Dates:
1829-1833
Series Number:
J0054