Board of Inspector's journal and meeting minutes, 1860-1877.

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Board of Inspector's journal and meeting minutes, 1860-1877.

This series documents the administrative activities of the member of the Board of Inspectors who was designated as the inspector of Auburn Prison.

.4 cu. ft. (2 volumes)

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