Code Relating to the Poor in the State of New York: Containing Such Laws of a General and Special Nature in Force in 1870 as Relate to the Support and Maintenance of the Poor (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
Synopsis
Groundbreaking 1870 legal reference on poor relief in New York
This volume compiles the general and special laws then in force, detailing how counties, boards of supervisors, and officers were to support and manage the indigent population. It covers responsibilities, funding, and administration, offering insight into 19th‑century welfare policy in the state.
The book presents a clear map of who must support the poor, how funds are raised and spent, and the procedures for enforcing orders. It includes ongoing sections about county and town roles, the creation of poor houses, and the duties of superintendents and overseers. It also documents related matters like bailments, bonds, and the governance of institutions connected to relief and reform.
- Structure and scope of relief duties for relatives and municipalities
- Rules for bonds, audits, and accountability of officials
- Procedures for settlements, settlements, and redemptions related to paupers
- Administrative organization, county charges, and the governance of poor-houses
Ideal for readers studying historic social policy, municipal governance, or legal history in New York.
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