Special funds expenditure ledger

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This ledger documents expenses in Auburn Prison's special accounting funds. These funds include Plumbing, Library, Road, Ordinary Repairs, and Electrical Execution. The ledger lists date of entry, name of individual or company paid, description of goods or services received, and amount paid. Also included is a monthly statement of total expenditures and a cash balance.
Title
Special funds expenditure ledger
Quantity
0.5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
B1229
Creator
Arrangement

Arranged by name of fund.

Scope and Content Note

This is a one-volume ledger documenting expenses in a number of Auburn's special accounting funds from 1894 to 1899. These funds include Plumbing, Library, Road, Ordinary Repairs, and Electrical Execution. For each expenditure under these funds, the ledger lists date of entry, name of individual or company paid, description of goods or services received, and amount paid. Approximately once a month, the ledger provides a statement of total expenditures and a cash balance.

Custodial History

Originally accessioned as part of old collection #500K, accession -441.

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

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