New York Secretary of State's Letter Books
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- The letter books consist of handwritten and typewritten copies of outgoing correspondence sent by the New York Secretary of State. The letters deal with various subjects, including the publication and dissemination of state laws; applications for land grants; resolutions of the Commissioners of the Land Office; state censuses of 1835 and 1905; and elections. Many of the letters are partially faded, and are therefore difficult to read.
Title
- Secretary of State's letter books
Quantity
- 1 cubic foot; 6 volumes in 2 boxes
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A0325
Creator
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
The letter books consist of handwritten and typewritten copies of outgoing correspondence sent by the New York Secretary of State. The letters deal with various subjects, including the publication and dissemination of state laws; applications for land grants; resolutions of the Commissioners of the Land Office; state censuses of 1835 and 1905; and elections. Many of the letters are partially faded, and are therefore difficult to read.
Other Finding Aids
Indexes to correspondents are available in the front of volumes 3, 4, and 6.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.