The New York City Elections collection contains 11 election returns from the Second Ward (5 items, 1810-1811), Third Ward (1 item, 1811), Fourth Ward (1 item, 1809), Sixth Ward (1 item, 1811), Seventh Ward (1 item, 1810), Eighth Ward (1 item, 1811), and Ninth Ward (1 item, 1809). Each return lists candidates' names and the number of votes each received, and most summarize the results and name victors. Three election inspectors signed each return.
The following elected positions are represented:
- United States Representative
- New York Senator for the Southern District
- New York Governor
- New York Lieutenant Governor
- Alderman
- Assistant alderman
- Assessor
- Collector
- Constable
The first item is a document outlining Isaac De Peyster's duties as newly elected chamberlain (or treasurer) for New York City in 1769.
In the early 19th century, New York City held elections bi-annually, in April and November. The governor, lieutenant governor, and state legislators were elected each April, and city representatives such as aldermen, assistant aldermen, assessors, collectors, and constables were elected each November. Each of the city's wards appointed a board of three election inspectors, who tallied and certified the results.
