This collection was preserved and made accessible online through the NYG&B's Digitize New York initiative.
This collection contains historical records from the Town of Conklin, established 1827, and the Town of Kirkwood, which separated from Conklin north of the Susquehanna River and was formed in 1859. These materials provide a detailed view of local governance, property ownership, taxation, education, and legal activity in Broome County from the early nineteenth through the early twentieth century.
These records offer a rich resource for genealogists, historians, and local researchers. It documents early Conklin records and the emergence and development of Kirkwood after 1859; and the social, educational, and legal life of its residents. Researchers can trace families, study land and taxation patterns, understand local schooling, and explore civic administration and law over time.
This collection was digitized in partnership with the Town of Kirkwood.
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Conklin Overseer of the Poor Book, 1825
This volume records the activities of the town Overseer of the Poor in Conklin, documenting assistance provided to indigent residents. Entries may include names of recipients, types of relief granted, and related financial accounts.
Conklin School Record Book, 1825
This record book contains early school district records from Conklin, including attendance lists, teacher appointments, and administrative notes. It offers insight into local education and the families of enrolled students.
Conklin Survey of Roads
These volumes date to the period when the area was still part of the Town of Conklin, prior to the formation of Kirkwood. Survey of Roads books document early road layouts and infrastructure, providing a snapshot of local transportation and land use in the early nineteenth century.
Available years: 1837 and 1853
Conklin Road District Record Book, 1844
This volume documents the administration of road districts in Conklin, detailing appointments of overseers, labor assignments, and maintenance activities. It reflects local infrastructure management and names residents responsible for road work.
Conklin Record of Chattel Mortgages, 1850
This book records chattel mortgages filed in Conklin, listing agreements involving personal property used as security for debts. Entries typically include names of mortgagors and mortgagees, descriptions of property, and dates of transactions.
Conklin Military Roll, 1851
This military roll lists eligible or enrolled men from Conklin, likely for militia service. It provides names and may include ranks or other service-related notations.
Kirkwood Proceedings of the Board of Health, 1865
This volume contains minutes and records from the Kirkwood Board of Health, documenting public health measures, regulations, and responses to local health concerns. It may reference residents, outbreaks, and sanitary initiatives.
Kirkwood Road District Record Book, 1872
This record book details road district administration in Kirkwood, including overseer appointments, labor assessments, and expenditures for road maintenance. It provides valuable information on local governance and community members involved in public works.
Conklin Supervisors Book, 1882 and Kirkwood Supervisors Book, 1882
These volumes record the 1882 proceedings of the Boards of Supervisors for the towns of Conklin and Kirkwood, documenting meetings, financial accounts, tax assessments, and local administrative actions. They provide insight into town governance and frequently reference elected officials, residents, and public expenditures.
Kirkwood School Ledgers
Records of student attendance, teacher notes, and classroom activities, offering a view into educational practices and the role of schools in the Kirkwood community.
Available years: 1868–1880, 1883–1916, and 1923–1934
Kirkwood Justice Docket, 1900–1921
Local court dockets listing civil and criminal cases, fines, and verdicts. These documents provide insight into law enforcement, legal disputes, and community governance in Kirkwood.
Tax Assessment Rolls, 1863–1911
Annual records listing property owners, descriptions of land and improvements, and assessed values. These rolls are essential for tracing landownership, understanding economic activity, and examining settlement patterns in Kirkwood.
Available years for Kirkwood: 1863, 1864, 1866, 1867, 1868, 1872, 1873, 1874, 1876, 1877, 1878, 1881, 1884, 1886, 1887, 1888, 1892, 1893, 1897, 1898, 1910, and 1911
Available years for Conklin: 1857