Register of canal boat name changes
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series, arranged chronologically, records original name of boat as registered; hailing place; new name; new hailing place (often different from original); and date.
Title
- Register of canal boat name changes
Quantity
- 0.1 cubic feet; 1 volume
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A0814
Creator
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
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Access Terms
Corporate Name(s)
- 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