Book of general and special orders

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
This series consists of copies of general and special orders from Agent and Warden of Clinton State Prison concerning the duties of keepers and guards, rules for prisoners, and other administrative procedures.
Title
Book of general and special orders
Quantity
0.3 cubic feet; 1 volume
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
B0110
Creator
Arrangement

Chronological.

Scope and Content Note

Copies of general and special orders from Agent and Warden of Clinton State Prison concerning the duties of keepers and guards, rules for prisoners, and other administrative procedures. A law of 1847 required the wardens of state prisons to give "necessary directions to the keepers" and to keep a book of general orders.

Custodial History

This volume also contains series B0109, Agent's Book of Contracts.

Access Restrictions

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

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