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online catalog provides access to information about genealogical materials via author, title, and subject searches; card files are available on site provide access to additional resources such as the surname records, vital records, city directories, and the
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I went awhile to the state library, free for the public — looked round — and was much edified with the wonderful collection of books, maps, &c — much art & expense is displayed there. Any one can look around, or read what he pleases — by only calling for what book he wants. I sat & talked
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Another focus is the history and culture of New York State, including extensive holdings in local history and genealogy. One of the largest sections in the
Library, the local history and genealogy collections are used by many different researchers including people tracing their family history,
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Library's digital collections consist of over 80,000 documents, including New York State government publications and historical materials from the 18th and 19th century in many subjects areas.
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professional genealogical researchers, biographers, and historians seeking information on collective family histories or the domestic life of a particular period in
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