Explore Maryland’s finances in the 1853 Comptroller’s Report, a clear look at receipts, disbursements, and year‑end balances.
This edition presents how the state tax and other revenues were collected, where funds were spent, and what remained in the treasury at year’s end. It also outlines the proposed figures for the upcoming fiscal year, including major spending priorities and anticipated income.
- Key revenue streams of the year, including taxes, licenses, and receipts from public or state enterprises.
- Major areas of expenditure such as the judiciary, libraries, and public institutions.
- Balances, funds in reserve, and details on Free Schools and other sinking or contingent funds.
- Official estimates for the next fiscal year and the planned uses of the treasury.
Ideal for readers of 19th‑century public finance, Maryland history, and government records who want a concrete view of how a mid‑1800s state managed its money.