Collections

Benjamin Raymond Record of Sales 1803-1818
Benjamin Raymond Record of Sales 1803-1818
Potsdam Public Museum

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Deed of manumission
Columbia County, NY Manumissions, 1806-1825
Hudson Area Library

Excerpts from a deed book at the Columbia County Clerk's office. These documents, dating between 1806 - 1825, record the emancipation of enslaved persons in the county from their enslavers.

Leger cover
Land Office Legers
Steuben County Historical Society

A ledger showing the business affairs of the Land Agency for the early settlement of Steuben County and "Pulteney's Land" in the Genesee.

First page of affidavit form filled out by handwriting
Women in the Legal System
Schenectady County Historical Society

This collection is composed of materials that document the treatment and condition of women in the 18th and 19th centuries, and their pursuit of justice and rights within the court systems.