New York State Department of State Executive Orders for Commissions to Public Offices
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series consists of thirty-five bound volumes and six folders of executive orders issuing commissions for a variety of non-elective offices. The orders are directed to the Secretary of State and ask that commissions be attested and sent to the individuals appointed by the governor.
Title
- Executive orders for commissions to public offices
Quantity
- 8 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A1851
Creator
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of thirty-five bound volumes and six folders of executive orders issuing commissions for a variety of non-elective offices. The orders are directed to the Secretary of State and ask that commissions be attested and sent to the individuals appointed by the governor. Each order contains the name of the appointee and position, date, residence (usually county or town), date, and signature of the appointing governor. The series contains not only orders relating to in-state matters but also out of state and in some cases foreign appointments. The volumes are arranged in chronological order and a listing is available.
Access Restrictions
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