Series III., Subseries B. Auditor's Books, 1841-1930.

Scope and content:

Contains reports of Western State Hospital's finances, as compiled by the auditor. The auditor controlled the general allocation and spending of hospital funds and reported to the Board of Directors at specific intervals. The first two auditor's books found here are very similar and can be linked chronologically. The reports housed in these volumes are divided into categories with titles such as "support," "board," and "buildings." Expenditures within each category are described. The additional five volumes are not in running chronological order, but also contain monthly expense reports divided into broad categories. These categories include expenditures related to salaries, lights, steam, laundry, and farm activities. Although it is not entirely clear that these last five volumes are actually auditor's books, the information contained in them is similar enough to warrant their inclusion here. The records of the Auditor are part of accession 41404.

Arrangement:

Arranged chronologically.

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