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Displaying 5566 Finding Aids
Title
- Bibliographies of entomological writings
Series Number
- A4215
Summary
- These volumes contain lists of scientific articles on entomology, largely on harmful insects. One volume contains citations to articles and reports dating ca. 1825-1897 arranged by subject (usually name of insect). The other volume contains a chronologically arranged bibliography dating ca. 1847-1910 (most after 1880).
Creator
- New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Registers of University of the State of New York college degree applications
Series Number
- A0073
Summary
- University of the State of New York (USNY) diplomas were awarded to graduates of approved college programs who also successfully passed an examination administered by the University. These "University degrees" were intended to represent higher achievement than did an ordinary college degree. These volumes contain a record of bachelor's degree diplomas awarded by USNY in the fields of law and divinity.
Creator
- New York (State). Education Department. Examinations Division
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Comptroller's consents to local governments to issue bonds
Series Number
- A1379
Summary
- This series contains copies of Comptroller consents relating to issuance of bonds by towns and school districts for various improvements. Also included are consents of the Conservation Commission permitting state lands within the Adirondack Forest Preserve to be taxed; petitions and statements of towns or school districts to the Conservation Commission relating to the vote on bonding proposition; and related correspondence.
Creator
- New York (State). Department of Audit and Control
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Reports of examinations for teaching certificates
Series Number
- A4201
Summary
- This series consists of seven subseries of reports of examinations held to determine the qualifications of applicants for several kinds of teaching certificates. Different kinds of certificates were issued based on various combinations of general education, specialized pedogogical training, prior teaching experience, and examination results. The records are organized into seven subseries, each of which is described in detail below.
Creator
- New York (State). Education Department. Examinations and Inspections Division
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Ulysses (N.Y.) records
Series Number
- A4567
Summary
- Microfilmed fiscal records include annual reports; annual budgets; cash receipts and disbursements journals or general ledgers; state audits and reports of examination; classification book journals; and general journals and ledgers. Microfilmed administrative records include oaths of office; town board meeting minute books; building/zoning permits and other zoning records; and development district records.
Creator
- Ulysses (N.Y. : Town)
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- New York State Comptroller's Office correspondence from the Board of Regents relating to appointments, resignations and salaries of employees
Series Number
- A3208
Summary
- This series consists of correspondence from officers of the State Board of Regents to the State Comptroller's Office transmitting personnel updates approved by the board. Correspondence relates to appointments, resignations, and salaries, predominantly of employees of the Board of Regents, State Museum, and State Library. Better known individuals to whom correspondence relates include James Hall, Melvil Dewey, and John M. Clarke.
Creator
- New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Department of Correctional Services Watch Commander's master logs
Series Number
- 20037
Summary
- In the 1970s, the Department of Correctional Services began to adopt policies and procedures geared toward meeting accreditation standards of the American Correctional Association. In conjunction with this process, State correctional facilities began maintaining centralized security logs, known as Watch Commander's logs. Watch Commander's logs provide basic documentation of administrative procedure, as well as documentation of controversial events. Therefore, excerpts are used frequently in investigations, prosecutions, and litigation pertaining to inmate conduct and/or actions by employees of correctional institutions.
Creator
- New York (State). Department of Correctional Services
Title
- Journal of county tax levies
Series Number
- B1537
Summary
- The series consists of a one-volume "Comptroller's Tax Levy County Journal" which notes receipts and/or distributions of various funds, including direct state tax, school taxes, and special fees (e.g., stenographers tax, armory tax). Entries appear chronologically in a form of double-entry bookkeeping which shows date of entry, type of tax or fund, and total amount, followed by a list of counties and discreet amounts comprising the total.
Creator
- New York (State). Department of Audit and Control
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Receipts of New York State Fair Commission
Series Number
- A0932
Summary
- These are receipts for expenses incurred by the New York State Fair Commission. The receipts are from newspapers or printing companies in return for publishing or printing an ad. They usually show the date, number of ads, and cost.
Creator
- New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Volunteer recognition books
Series Number
- B2758
Summary
- These reports focus on award announcements given to exemplary senior volunteers who provided service to local agencies, advocacy groups, and other organizations such as schools, hospitals, and transportation programs. An award is given annually to a volunteer from each county. Each entry includes a picture, a brief biography, a list of agencies served, and a statement by the volunteer on their thoughts and motivations.
Creator
- New York (State). Office for the Aging
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Notices to state regarding cutting of brush along highways on state land
Series Number
- A1386
Summary
- The Commissioner of Highways could assess the cost against the owner for removing weeds and brush growing on privately owned land abutting highways. This series consists of notices of assessment, bills, and other documentation charging the cost of cutting brush along state roads within town boundaries. Also included are letters protesting the assessment, typically disputing ownership of the land involved.
Creator
- New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Sing Sing Prison Superintendent's diaries
Series Number
- B1245
Summary
- This series consists of daily diaries kept by warden W. L. Denno of Sing Sing Prison documenting his official activities. Entries include inspections of site personnel and security protocol; details of visitors to the prison, including police investigators; attempted escapes; misconduct of incarcerated individuals; and the warden's attendance at executions. Any official travel necessitating the absence of the warden from the prison is also reported.
Creator
- Sing Sing Prison
Access Restrictions
- State Archives staff will review requests for specific documents and disclose information pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law and Personal Privacy Protection Law. Unless a specific law forbids disclosure indefinitely, all records must be disclosed after 75 years.
Title
- Oil and gas well logs
Series Number
- 20976
Summary
- These logs contain data on thousands of oil, gas, and solution salt wells drilled since 1930. An oil or gas well log is a detailed graphic/narrative record that progressively describes the geological strata and any oil, gas, or water that is encountered during the drilling of a well. The logs provide details about the location of oil and gas resources in the state, and significant data concerning the geological characteristics of the areas where the wells are located.
Creator
- New York State Geological Survey
Access Restrictions
- Logs may be restricted for up to two years after their creation, and disclosure of data regarding specific companies may be restricted indefinitely; Environmental Conservation Law, 23-0313.
Title
- Rye records
Series Number
- A4598
Summary
- Microfilmed records include highway surveys and related land appropriation records; general account books; town tax collector's receipt books; minutes of the trustees of public lands; town clerk's record books; enrollments of men and women eligible for military service at the time of World War I; appointments of town officers and related records; account books and vouchers of the commissioner of highways; complaints received by the commissioners of health; other records pre-dating 1910; and tax assessment rolls.
Creator
- Rye (N.Y. : Town)
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Memorandum on conservation planning
Series Number
- B1523
Summary
- This series consists of a memorandum submitted to the New York State Planning Board in response to a request to supply views and recommendations for the scientific and educational utilization of selected state land as historical, biological, geological, and cultural "treasures." The memo highlights distinct localities, wildlife refuges and state conservation movements to reserve areas of the state as parks and preserves. Also included are letters requesting information and a reply.
Creator
- New York State Museum
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Complaint docket
Series Number
- B2002
Summary
- This series consists of a docket book documenting cases assigned to the State Commission Against Discrimination. Each entry typically gives case name, case number, date entered, to whom assigned, a very brief description of issue involved, other brief notes, and outcome (resolved, withdrawn, etc.).
Creator
- New York (State). State Commission Against Discrimination
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Register of bonds received
Series Number
- B0615
Summary
- This volume is a register of bonds received by the Attorney General's Office. The bonds appear to have been given by contractors for building of state facilities, such as prisons, schools, hospitals, etc. and by banks holding deposits of state funds. Each entry states the date of receipt, name of firm putting in bond, date bond was approved or not approved, and initials of person approving bond.
Creator
- New York (State). Attorney General's Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Division of Military and Naval Affairs special orders
Series Number
- B2764
Summary
- This series contains special orders from the Division of Military and Naval Affairs, specifically the New York Air National Guard 174th Tactical Fighter Group and 174th Combat Support Squadron in Syracuse. Records include orders and rescinded orders for routine and special training exercises, promotions, and orders of duty.
Creator
- New York (State). Division of Military and Naval Affairs
- New York (State). National Guard
Access Restrictions
- Partially restricted to protect personal privacy. Social security numbers are found throughout the series.
Title
- Declarations
Series Number
- J0015
Summary
- This series contains plaintiffs' declarations, which were the initial pleadings in common law actions. The declaration was made out by the plaintiff's attorney after the defendant had been arrested by a writ of capias ad respondendum. The declaration contains caption (name of the court and the term in which the writ of capias was to be returned); venue; commencement (names of the plaintiff and defendant and of the plaintiff's attorney); and statement of cause of action.
Creator
- New York (State). Supreme Court of Judicature (Albany)
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Governor's Office for Small Cities project administration files
Series Number
- B2770
Summary
- This series contains project administration files relating to affordable housing, community revitalization, and development. Records in this series include action, management, and consolidation plans; budget files; and project management files, contracts, and correspondence. Locations covered in these records include Davidson Avenue apartments in the Bronx and Sleepy Hollow Senior Housing, among many others.
Creator
- New York (State). Governor's Office for Small Cities
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.