Certificates of changes of boat names, 1849-1906.

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Certificates of changes of boat names, 1849-1906.

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According to canal regulations owners of boats operating on the waterway were required to register all changes in boat names with canal officials. Name change entries include boat owner's name and residence; previous and current boat names; and canal office location where the new name was registered.

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