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Connecticut State Library

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Samuel Wyllys papers, 1661-1728

88 documents (1 volume)

Abstract Or Scope: The Samuel Wyllys Papers, 1661-1728, undated, are a group of 88 court documents that include 6 cases of witchcraft (42 documents), 12 cases concerning assault and battery, theft, adultery and other crimes (35 documents), and 11 other documents related to prayers of confession and petition, lists of freemen, poor relief, taxes, and titles to Indian land.

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Testimony of Robert Sterne, circa 1662-1665

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Testimony of Stephen Hart, Daniel Pratt and Josiah Wilard, circa 1662-1665

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Case of Goodwife Seagar (Elizabeth Seager), circa 1662-1665 2 manuscript documents

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Architectural and engineering drawings, 9999-9999

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State Capitol plan for bronze tablet, 1911 January 12 1 sheet Box, Folder Folder 7

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Community House, undated 1 sheet Box, Folder Folder 9

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State Library and Supreme Court Building addition, 1965-1966 30 sheets Box, Folder Folder 7

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John Skinner, of Hartford and some of his descendants, 1935

Abstract Or Scope: Includes photocopy of a letter from C.B. Skinner, Berlin, Wisconsin, to Lester C. Skinner, Cleveland, Ohio, January 2, 1900; memo dated April 21, 1986 containing genealogical chart showing genealogical connections of persons mentioned in the letter; and a letter from Robert S. Scharpff, Honolulu, Hawaii to the Connecticut State Library, April 21, 1986 describing the volume's provenance and other useful genealogical information.

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John Skinner, of Hartford and some of his descendants, 1935

Skinner, Charles W

Includes photocopy of a letter from C.B. Skinner, Berlin, Wisconsin, to Lester C. Skinner, Cleveland, Ohio, January 2, 1900; memo dated April 21, 1986 containing genealogical chart showing genealogical connections of persons mentioned in the letter; and a letter from Robert S. Scharpff, Honolulu, Hawaii to the Connecticut State Library, April 21, 1986 describing the volume's provenance and other useful genealogical information.

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Ancestors and descendants of Paul and Carmela (Cianci) Gozzo from the Province of Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy to Hartford, Connecticut ca. 1910, 1984 December

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Ancestors and descendants of Paul and Carmela (Cianci) Gozzo from the Province of Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy to Hartford, Connecticut ca. 1910, 1984 December

Milke, Denise M. Tyler

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Military Service Veterans Organizations small collections, 1885-1948

Abstract Or Scope: Artificial collection of military service veterans associations material consisting of single items or small collections.

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Willimantic Civil War Veterans, 1902

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Military Order of the Purple Heart, Hartford Chapter 289 charter, 1948 November 19 1 item,

Lists charter members

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Veterans Soldiers Association minute book, 1885-1911 1 volume

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Genealogical notes on families of Litchfield, Connecticut, 1939

Abstract Or Scope: The Notes were compiled by Payne Kenyon Kilbourne, M.A. who was secretary of the Litchfield County Historical and Antiquarian Society, author of "Sketches and Chronicles of the Town of Litchfield, Connecticut", which was published in Hartford in 1859.

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Genealogical notes on families of Litchfield, Connecticut, 1939

Kilbourne, Payne Kenyon, 1815-1859

The Notes were compiled by Payne Kenyon Kilbourne, M.A. who was secretary of the Litchfield County Historical and Antiquarian Society, author of "Sketches and Chronicles of the Town of Litchfield, Connecticut", which was published in Hartford in 1859.

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Pages 1-316 (A-M) Volume Part 1

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Pages 317-600 (N-W) Volume Part 2

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Judicial Department records, 1636-1991

5882.5 Cubic Feet

Abstract Or Scope: This record group consists of of legal documents relevant to court action, including, but not limited to, dockets, formal decisions, rules, appointments, judges' notes and opinions, indexes, case files, record books, executions, reports, and administrative papers, as well as materials from related entities such as the State Bar Examining Committee and Coroners and Medical Examiners. The records date from 1636 to the late 20th century, with the bulk from the 17th through the 19th century. Most extant state court records prior to 1870 are in the State Archives along with a substantial volume of municipal and justice court records. Record Group 003 also includes probate records including wills, inventories, bonds, administration reports, etc. until 1698, when the General Assembly established the separate probate court system. See record group 004 for Records of the Probate Court. The records of the Judicial Department include colony and statewide materials for the Particular Court, 1639-65; Court of Assistants, 1665-1711; Superior Court, 1711-1879; and Supreme Court of Errors, 1784-1901. The bulk of the records, however, are arranged by county and consist of papers of county courts, courts of common pleas, superior courts, supreme courts of errors, and maritime courts. Click here to see the finding aid and container list (pdf).

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Judicial Department records, 1636-1991 5882.5 Cubic Feet

Judicial Department.

This record group consists of of legal documents relevant to court action, including, but not limited to, dockets, formal decisions, rules, appointments, judges' notes and opinions, indexes, case files, record books, executions, reports, and administrative papers, as well as materials from related entities such as the State Bar Examining Committee and Coroners and Medical Examiners. The records date from 1636 to the late 20th century, with the bulk from the 17th through the 19th century. Most extant state court records prior to 1870 are in the State Archives along with a substantial volume of municipal and justice court records. Record Group 003 also includes probate records including wills, inventories, bonds, administration reports, etc. until 1698, when the General Assembly established the separate probate court system. See record group 004 for Records of the Probate Court. The records of the Judicial Department include colony and statewide materials for the Particular Court, 1639-65; Court of Assistants, 1665-1711; Superior Court, 1711-1879; and Supreme Court of Errors, 1784-1901. The bulk of the records, however, are arranged by county and consist of papers of county courts, courts of common pleas, superior courts, supreme courts of errors, and maritime courts. Click here to see the finding aid and container list (pdf).

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William A. O'Neill records, 1980-1991

144 Cubic Feet

Abstract Or Scope: Constituent correspondence, reports from state agencies, records of the Governor's legal counsel, records of special assistant David McQuade, correspondence and reports from the Governor's Washington Office, press releases, speeches, photographs and campaign materials including film and videotape. RG 005:037, Governor William A. O'Neill records, to see the complete finding aid and container list.

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William A. O'Neill records, 1980-1991 144 Cubic Feet

Governor. [O'Neill, William A.]

Constituent correspondence, reports from state agencies, records of the Governor's legal counsel, records of special assistant David McQuade, correspondence and reports from the Governor's Washington Office, press releases, speeches, photographs and campaign materials including film and videotape. RG 005:037, Governor William A. O'Neill records, to see the complete finding aid and container list.

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War Council records, 1940-1945

Abstract Or Scope: After war broke out in Europe in 1939, the State created the State Defense Council, similar to the one during the First World War. It coordinated domestic mobilization through advisory committees of leading citizens, local councils and public officials, and agencies of the U.S. government. By 1943, this body was known as the War Council. It went out of business on October 1, 1945.

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War Council records, 1940-1945

Connecticut. War Council

After war broke out in Europe in 1939, the State created the State Defense Council, similar to the one during the First World War. It coordinated domestic mobilization through advisory committees of leading citizens, local councils and public officials, and agencies of the U.S. government. By 1943, this body was known as the War Council. It went out of business on October 1, 1945.

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Minutes of the meeting of the Connecticut War Council, held in the Old Senate Chamber in the State Capitol, 1943 May 15 Box 1, Folder

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Minutes of the meeting of the Connecticut War Council held in the Old Senate Chamber in the State Capitol, 1943 June 26 Box 1, Folder

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Ashford Probate Court records, 1865-1944

Abstract Or Scope: Probate record books, None; Probate files, 1865-1944.

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Ashford Probate Court records, 1865-1944

Connecticut. Probate Court (Ashford District)

Probate record books, None; Probate files, 1865-1944.

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Albee - Brooks Drawer 1

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Brown - Church Drawer 2

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Stonington justice of the peace records, 1745-1869

Abstract Or Scope: The records of Stonington justices of the peace and Probate Court, housed in 4 boxes, comprise an extensive, although incomplete, collection of papers that provide documentation on civil and criminal actions in Stongington from before the American Revolution to the middle of the 19th century. etc.

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Stonington justice of the peace records, 1745-1869

Connecticut. Justice of the Peace (Stonington)

The records of Stonington justices of the peace and Probate Court, housed in 4 boxes, comprise an extensive, although incomplete, collection of papers that provide documentation on civil and criminal actions in Stongington from before the American Revolution to the middle of the 19th century. etc.

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untitled Box 1, Folder 1-26

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Dockets, 1766-1794

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Select Committee of Inquiry records, 1978-2004, 2004, bulk bulk 1995-2004

Abstract Or Scope: On January 26, 2004, House Resolution 702 formally established the Select Committee of Inquiry to determine whether sufficient grounds existed to impeach Governor John G. Rowland. Speaker of the House Moira K. Lyons (D-Stamford) appointed Arthur J. O'Neill (R-Southbury) and John Wayne Fox (D-Stamford) as co-chairmen.

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Select Committee of Inquiry records, 1978-2004, 2004, bulk bulk 1995-2004

Connecticut. General Assembly. Select Committee of Inquiry

On January 26, 2004, House Resolution 702 formally established the Select Committee of Inquiry to determine whether sufficient grounds existed to impeach Governor John G. Rowland. Speaker of the House Moira K. Lyons (D-Stamford) appointed Arthur J. O'Neill (R-Southbury) and John Wayne Fox (D-Stamford) as co-chairmen.

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Committee procedures, 2004 January-February Box 1, Folder 1

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Bill 5665, 2004 February Box 1, Folder 2

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Department of Transportation records, 9999-9999

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Department of Transportation records, 9999-9999

Connecticut. Dept. of Transportation

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Branford, 1980-1981 2 items Box 198

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1942 September 5-1943 January 29 Box Item 1

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Department of Social Services records, 1809-1960

Abstract Or Scope: The Department of Social Services provides a broad range of services to the elderly, persons with disabilities, families, and individuals who need assistance in maintaining or achieving their full potential for self-direction, self-reliance and independent living.

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Department of Social Services records, 1809-1960

Connecticut. Dept. of Social Services

The Department of Social Services provides a broad range of services to the elderly, persons with disabilities, families, and individuals who need assistance in maintaining or achieving their full potential for self-direction, self-reliance and independent living.

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1883 May 18-1883 December 11 1 volume Volume Unnumbered volume, Folder

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1885 September 1-1897 April 12 1 volume Volume Volume 1, Folder

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Department of Housing records, 1943-1994

Abstract Or Scope: The Department of Housing handled all matters relating to housing and community development, including policy, development, redevelopment, preservation, maintenance and improvement of housing and neighborhoods.

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Department of Housing records, 1943-1994

Connecticut. Dept. of Housing

The Department of Housing handled all matters relating to housing and community development, including policy, development, redevelopment, preservation, maintenance and improvement of housing and neighborhoods.

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ABCD Housing Advisory Committee Box 1

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Accounting Manual Box 1

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Small genealogical collections

Abstract Or Scope: Artificial collection of genealogical material consisting of single items or small collections less than .25 cubic feet.

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Genealogy of Colonel Thomas Dennis, his forebearers & descendants, 1908-1911

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Brief of title, Colonel Thomas Dennis lands, Ipswich, Mass., 1660-1911, 1908-1911

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Ancestry of Rev. Edward Bradford Adams, M.A. of Pasadena, California / compiled by E. B. Adams, 1950 1 volume Box, Folder

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University of Connecticut, Oral History Office interviews collection, 1980-1981, 2008

.75 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Oral history transcripts from the Emergence of Political Women in Connecticut, 1920-1945, project and from interviews with State Sen. George L. "Doc" Gunther.

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3. Emily Sophie Brown Box 1

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1. Marion Yeaw Biglow Box 1

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2. Virginia L. Blood Box 1

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Town of Hartford records, circa 1821-1936

258.25 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, tax, land, and election records for the town of Hartford.

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Town Treasurers' military payment records including payments for militia service, Foot Guard and Horse Guard returns, vouchers for payment From Soldiers' Fund and Conscript Relief Fund, circa 1854-1879 Box Boxes 1-3

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Public Parks Department annual reports, 1896-1902 Box Box 4

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Fire Department records including bills, Receipts, correspondence, reports and records of the Firemen's Ball Committee, circa 1821-1862 Box Box 4

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Town of Hartland records, 1759-1979

15.25 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, poor relief, land, court and justice of the peace, military, vital, school, church, election and tax records.

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Proprietors records, 1780, 1787 Box 1, Folder 1

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Notices of town meetings, 1836, 1873-1911 Box 1, Folder 2-4

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Minutes of town meetings, 1781-1909, undated Box 1, Folder 5-6

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Town of Hebron records, 1797-1961

14 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, tax, school, and election records for the town of Hebron.

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Tax abstracts, including Andover and Gilead, 1797-1828 Box Box 1

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Individual tax lists, 1819 Box Box 2

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Abatements, 1800-1810 Box Box 2

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Town of Killingworth records, 1777-1932

7.25 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, tax, and school records for the town of Killingworth.

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Rate books, 1777-1788, undated Box Box 1

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Second Society rate book, 1815-1817 Box Box 1

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1915-1921 1 volume Box Box 2

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Town of Lebanon records, 1775-1928

14 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, poor relief, land, court, military, school, church, election and tax records for the town of Lebanon.

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Abatements, 1785-1853, undated Box 1, Folder 1-3

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Constable and collector, 1775-1830, undated Box 1, Folder 4-5

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Treasurer, 1830-1836 Box 1, Folder 6

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Town of Ledyard records, 1839-1858, 1934-1955

2.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Poor relief and school records for the town of Ledyard.

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Town welfare files, 1934-1955 Box Box 1

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Series 1. Poor Relief Records, 1934-1955

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3rd District, 1839-1840 Box Box 1

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Town of Lisbon records, 1877-1941

7.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax and election records for the town of Lisbon.

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Rate books, 1889-1933 Box Boxes 1-2

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Personal tax rate books, 1922-1934 Box Box 3

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Old age assistance Tax rate books, 1935-1936 Box Box 3

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Town of Litchfield records, 1848-1907

1.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: School and election records for the town of Litchfield.

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School enumeration, 1889 Box Box 1

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Milton School Society Records, 1848-1855 Box Box 1

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Bantam School records, 1851-1863 Box Box 1

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Town of Lyme records, 1781-1948

2.75 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, poor relief, land, court, military, vital, school, election, and tax records.

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Abatements, 1822-1850 Box 1, Folder 1-2

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Indentures, 1851-1853 Box 1, Folder 3

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Papers, miscellaneous, 1881, undated Box 1, Folder 4

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Town of Madison records, 1832, 1936-1968

3.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Highway tax rate book, 1832; tax abstract, 1968; and old age assistance records, 1936-1940, for the town of Madison.

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Highway tax rate book, 1832 Box Box 1

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Accession: T000301

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Tax abstracts, 1968 5 Volumes Box Box 1-2

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Town of Manchester records, 1914-1945

22.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: The records consist of Department of Social Services welfare files, 1929-1945; and burial permits and transit [body removal] permits, 1914-1928 for the town of Manchester.

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Town welfare files, 1929-1945 Box Boxes 1-22

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Accession: 1993-021

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Burial permits, 1914-1918, 1926-1927 Box Box 1, Folder 1-3

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Town of Mansfield records, 1810-1950, bulk bulk, 1810-1917

19 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Adminstrative, election, school, and tax records for the town of Mansfield. There are also aerial photographs, 1950.

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Tax abstracts, 1819-1862 Box Box 1-2

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Rate books, 1812-1866 Box Box 3

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Highway rate books, 1848, 1879-1884 Box Box 3

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Town of Marlborough records, 1836-1911, 1963

3.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, election, military, and tax records for the town of Marlborough.

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Assorted town records, namely town meeting warnings, 1899-1911 Box Box 1

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Town meeting records, 1900-1908 Box Box 1

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Certificates of electors, 1836-1867 Box Box 1

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Town of Meriden records, 1806-1926

35 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative and tax records for the town of Meriden.

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Town and city tax collectors' lists, 1879-1926 Box Boxes 1-2

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Tax abatement record, 1832-1861 Box Box 3

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Collector's blotter, 1893-1895 Box Box 3

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Town of Middletown records, 1860-1949

49 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records for the town of Middletown.

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Westfield, Newfield, Staddle Hill, 1860 Box Box 1

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South Farms, Maromas, 1860 Box Box 1

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Middlefield, Long Hill, 1860 Box Box 1

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Town of Milford records, 1824-1856

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax and church records for the town of Milford.

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Rate books, 1824-1856 Box Box 1

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First Ecclesiastical Society rate books, 1825-1834 Box Box 1

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Records, 1824-1856

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Town of Monroe records, 1871-1974

21 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records for the town of Monroe.

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1871, 1872, 1876, 1877, 1879 Box Box 1

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1881, 1882, 1883, 1884, 1886, 1887, 1888, 1889 Box Box 2

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1891, 1892, 1893, 1894, 1895, 1896, 1897, 1898, 1899 Box Box 3

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Town of Montville records, 1891-1994

15.25 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records and records created by the Mohegan Tribe and the State of Connecticut, opposing sides in the movement for federal acknowledgment.

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1910-1911, 1916-1917 Box 1

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1918-1920 Box 2

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1921-1923 Box 3

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Town of Morris records, 1845-1858

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: School records for the town of Morris.

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School District No. 2 (South Farms) meeting minutes, bills, registers, attendance records, and a school visiting record of G. H. Minor, 1845-1858 Box Box 1

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Records, 1845-1858

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Town of Morris records, 1845-1858 .5 cubic feet

School records for the town of Morris.

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Town of Naugatuck records, 1852-1886

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: School and justice of the peace records for the town of Naugatuck.

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School registers, Hill District School, 1852-1871 Box Box 1

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Justice of the Peace election return, 1886 Box Box 1

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Records, 1852-1886

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Town of New Britain records, 1822-1965

58.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax, election, school and town welfare records for the town of New Britain.

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Town welfare records, circa 1926-1965 Box Boxes 1-100

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Accession: T000942

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Record of standing, 1891-1901 1 volume

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Town of New Fairfield records, 1869-1900

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative and school records for the town of New Fairfield.

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School District (Centerville) rate book, 1892 Box Box 1

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School District (Centerville) record book, 1869-1900 Box Box 1

Includes minutes and notices.

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Records, 1869-1900

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Town of New Hartford records, 1850-1957

16 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records for the town of New Hartford.

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1850, 1851, 1852, 1853, 1854, 1855, 1856, 1857, 1858, 1859 Box Box 1

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1860, 1861, 1862, 1863, 1864 Box Box 2

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1865, 1866, 1867, 1868, 1869 Box Box 3

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Town of New Haven records, 1795-1953

75 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative and tax records for the town of New Haven.

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1795, 1808, 1809 Box Box 1

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1811, 1812, 1814 Box Box 2

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1815, 1816, 1817, 1819 Box Box 3

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Town of Newington records, 1886-1894

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records for the town of Newington.

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Individual tax lists, 1886-1894 Box Box 1

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Records, 1886-1894

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Town of Newington records, 1886-1894 .5 cubic feet

Tax records for the town of Newington.

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Town of New London records, 1674-1944

27.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Administrative, church, court, land, tax and vital records for the town of New London.

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Town meeting notices and minutes, 1739-1911 Box Box 1

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Town officers and jurors, 1772-1912 Box Box 1

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Certificates, 1774, 1788 Box Box 1

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Town of New Milford records, 1813, 1848

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: Tax records for the town of New Milford.

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Portion of Grand List, circa 1813 Box Box 1

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Rate book, 1848 Box Box 1

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Records, 1813,, 1848

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Town of Newtown records, 1886-1902

.5 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: School records for the town of Newtown.

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School census returns, 1886-1902 Box Box 1

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Records, 1886-1902

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Town of Newtown records, 1886-1902 .5 cubic feet

School records for the town of Newtown.

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Newtown 12/14 Condolence letters, 2012-2013

64 cubic feet

Abstract Or Scope: On the morning of December 14, 2012, a lone gunman shot his way into the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, and then shot and killed 26 people, 20 of whom were children. The collection documents material sent to the community of Newtown in the nine and a half months following the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings. The collection includes poems, letters, sympathy cards, mass cards, newspaper clippings, and miscellaneous material.

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