Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
Insolvency papers include documents relating to the assignment and sale of property of insolvent debtors who petitioned for relief (voluntary assignment), or the attachment and sale of property of "absconding, concealed, or non-resident debtors" (involuntary assignment). Content of files varies depending on the type of assignment, but most files include petitions, accounts, inventories, affidavits, certificates, and orders.
Creator:
Title:
Supreme Court of Judicature (Utica) insolvency papers
Quantity:

5.6 cubic feet

Quantity:

8 35mm microfilm roll(s)

Inclusive Dates:
1806-1847
Series Number:
J0156