New York State Board of Prisons Inspectors of State Prisons Record Book
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.6 cubic feet
including 1 microfilm roll 35mm
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of one volume containing notes from all of the State Prison Inspectors between 1858-1865 with entries regarding the Female Prison, Sing Sing, Clinton, and Auburn Prisons. The bulk of the volume deals mainly with Sing Sing Prison. Volume contains notes on issues such as convict labor for hire, safety precaution measures, and the status of the staff including suspension and appointment of guards and keepers. There are also newspaper clippings about convict labor for hire and a brief general summary of the Board of Parole meeting minutes. The volume is also available on microfilm.
Alternate Formats Available
Microfilm: 1 roll; 35 mm.
Custodial History
The material was transferred to the State Archives by the Westchester County Historical Society in November 2006.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Access Terms
New York (State). Prison Department
New York (State). Department of Correctional Services
Clinton Prison (Dannemora, N.Y.)