Sub-Series B: Registers, 1883-1902
Scope and Contents
These volumes contain essential information about residents, including their duration of maritime service, reason for admission, birth and death dates, nation of origin, religious affiliation, and disposition of personal effects after death. Records also indicate whether a resident had received any sanctions (called "taboos" in 19th-century sailors' parlance) for violating institutional rules, especially with regards to possessing or using alcohol. Earlier register books contain less information.
Dates
- 1883-1902
Conditions Governing Access
This entire sub-series is comprised of records containing residents' personal, identifying information. The records are closed for 50 years after the resident's date of death or, if that date is unknown, 72 years after the date when the document was created.
Extent
2.5 Linear Feet (Approximately five oversize volumes Note: Need final tally on number and linear feet)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Sailors' Snug Harbor (Institution) (Organization)
- From the Collection: Melville, Thomas,, 1830-1884 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen B. Luce Library Repository