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Connecticut State Library, State Archives

Connecticut State Library, State Archives

Connecticut State Library
231 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
https://portal.ct.gov/csl/Email-Us
860-757-6500

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Department of Environmental Protection records, 1944-2004

203.25 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
Central Office includes: Commissioner; Staff Services; Bureau of Administration; Hearings; Tri-State Regional Planning Administration; Internal Affairs; General Counsel; Interagency files; Communications and Education; Affirmative Action; Human Resources.

Governor's Commission on Tax Reform records, 1972

2 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
Appointed by Governor Meskill, this nine-member Commission was created to analyze existing and potential revenue sources, review the State revenue structure, particularly with reference to its impact on various segments of society and on the climate for business and industry, examine the state of the property tax system, and recommend steps to be taken toward the complete reform of Connecticut's existing tax structure.
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Army and Navy Club records, 1892-1936

1 cubic foot
Abstract Or Scope
The club was formed on November 27, 1879, composed of any soldier or sailor honorably discharged and sponsored by a member, and seems to have limited itself to Civil War veterans. Annual dinner meetings were held, usually in Hartford. It disbanded in 1936.
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Board of Capitol Commissioners records, 1871-1880

29 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
The Board of Capitol Commissioners oversaw construction of a new State Capitol building in Hartford.
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Boundary Commissions' records, 1821-1962

21 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
This record group includes materials deposited at various times by persons who served as Connecticut's agents on the bi-state commissions which established and maintained the boundary lines between Connecticut and her neighbor states.
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Commission to Make Repairs to Capitol and to Procure Site for New Building for State Officials records, 1904-1914

5.5 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
The Commission was established by the General Assembly in 1903 to make repairs to the State Capitol and to "investigate and ascertain the necessity of erecting an additional building."

Grand Army of the Republic, Department of Connecticut records, 1862-1938

49 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was established in 1866 by a former Army surgeon and held its first national meeting that same year. Its membership consisted of Union veterans of the Civil War. The GAR was concerned with veteran benefits and was actively involved in establishing soldiers' homes, making provisions for soldiers' graves, and lobbying for pension benefits. It proved to be an effective pressure group and exerted significant influence in the political arena.

Committee on the Structure of State Government records, 1976-1977

15 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
The Committee studied the overall functions of state government and its agencies as well as their relationships with commissions and committees.
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11. Legislation material, 1976-1977 6 feet Box 9

2. Meeting records, 1975 December-1976 December 10 inches Box 1

Litchfield County, County Court papers by subject, 1750-1855

19.5 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
Papers by Subject is an artificial collection consisting of materials removed from Litchfield County Court Files series by State Library staff after the records were received from the Litchfield court. Subjects include: Admissions to the Bar; Appointment of Officers; Confiscated Estates and Loyalists; Conservators and Guardians; Costs; Court Expenses; Executions; Indians; Inquests; Insolvents; Jurors; Licenses; Meeting House; Militia; Miscellaneous; Naturalization; Partition of Land; Travel: Taverns; Travel: Bridges; Travel: Turnpikes; Travel: Highways.
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Storrs Family genealogical collection, 1876-1958

2.75 cubic feet
Abstract Or Scope
The Storrs Family Association held its first reunion in 1891 and annually thereafter until at least 1972. This collection consists of Frank H. Storrs genealogical papers and records from the Storrs Family Association.