Lists of appointments of assistant engineers and other employees
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series consists of lists of appointments of assistant engineers, clerks, levelers, rodman, chairman, flagman, draftsman, and other engineering employees. The lists are signed by the State Engineer and Surveyor, division engineer, and resident engineer, and provide the name of appointee, nature of work, and compensation.
Title
- Lists of appointments of assistant engineers and other employees
Quantity
- 4 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A1143
Creator
Arrangement
Chronological and by divisions of the canal system (east, middle, west).
Scope and Content Note
Series consists of lists of appointments of assistant engineers, clerks, levelers, rodmen, chairmen, flagmen, draughtsmen, and other engineering employees.
Each entry on a list gives the name of appointees, nature of work, and compensation. The lists are signed by the State Engineer and Surveyor, division engineer, and resident engineer. The appointments were made by the Canal Commissioners pursuant to laws of 1817 and 1829. A law of 1847 directed the Canal Commissioners to give engineers a copy of their appointments. Laws of 1850 and 1862 specified the number and duties of the various engineers.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Access Terms
Corporate Name(s)
- New York (State). Canal Commissioners
- New York (State). Department of Audit and Control
- New York (State). Comptroller's Office