Comptroller's reports on petitions to the State Legislature, 1793-1829.

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Comptroller's reports on petitions to the State Legislature, 1793-1829.

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The Legislature referred some petitions it received to the comptroller for comment. The reports summarize petition arguments and give opinions regarding payments claimed or due. The series also contains related documents including the original petitions, supporting affidavits, and legislation for the assessment and collection of taxes and for the payment of claims.

.3 cu. ft.Copies: 1 microfilm reel; 35mm.

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The legislature had final authority over all land transactions and agreements with Indians. Petitions concerning such transactions and agreements were addressed to the legislature and referred to the assembly, which in turn referred the petition to various three-member committees or to the surveyor general or the comptroller. From the description of Petitions, correspondence and reports relating to Indians, 1783-1831. (New York State Archives). WorldCat record id: 84144073 I...