Report of A.J. Davis on irregularities in performance of repair of Chemung Canal Feeder, submitted to Commission to Investigate Canal Frauds
Series Number
A1389
Summary
This series consists of a report to Governor's Commission to Investigate Canal Frauds concerning repairs made to the Chemung Canal Feeder after a break that occurred in the freshet of April 19, 1870. The report charges contractor Jarvis Lord with excessive hiring at unnecessary cost to the state. Attached are copies of depositions, letters, receipts, and statements of labor performed and materials furnished.
Creator
New York (State). Office of the Auditor of the Canal Department
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