Charles T. Chatfield papers, 1935-1936.

New York (N. Y.)

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The New York Militia account book is comprised of financial records for a volunteer militia based in New York City. The book spans the years 1802 to 1814, though, since it contains legacy records from an "Old Account Book," the militia was likely established earlier than 1802. In the early 19th century, each state maintained compulsory and voluntary militias to protect against foreign attack and to uphold domestic order. The volunteer militias were often called "uniformed militias" ...

Rockaway Park Improvement Company Limited.

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Chatfield, Charles T.

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Assistant Engineer in the Division of Street Openings of the Topographical Bureau of Queens. Chatfield conducted research concerning legal title to lands in which the government of New York City was involved. This case involved land at Rockaway Park fronting Jamaica Bay, and was argued in the mid-1930's. The case was known as The Rockaway Park Improvement Company Limited (Plaintiff) vs. The City of New York (Defendant). From the description of Charles T. Chat...