Annual reports of dispensaries, 1869-1896, bulk 1873-1896.

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Annual reports of dispensaries, 1869-1896, bulk 1873-1896.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/81014374

These reports were submitted to the Board by dispensaries, which were privately operated out-patient medical clinics serving the poor.

1.7 cu. ft. (25 volumes)

New York State Archives

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