Register of canal boat name changes
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.1 cubic feet
1 volume
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of entries giving name of boat as registered; hailing place; new name; new hailing place (often different from original); and date.
Owners of canal boats were required to register changed names of boats with the Comptroller in accordance with legislation of 1827.
Access Restrictions
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Access Terms
New York (State). Department of Audit and Control
New York (State). Office of the Chief Clerk of the Canal Department
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
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