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Every institution has records related to its founding and important events in its history.  This page links to some of the critical items in St. Bonaventure's past, including the transfer of the original property from the Devereux family to the college, and the articles of incorporation from the State of New York. 

Most of the documents have been transcribed to make reading easier.  
Unintelligible words are noted by [ ].

Bishop Timon's Diary (excerpts)

Incorporation of "The St. Francis Missionary & Benevolent Society", 1855

Minutes of the Board of Trustees of the St. Francis Missionary and Benevolent Society, 1855-1870

New! Invitation to August 20, 1856 laying of the cornerstone.  From John C. Devereux to Asher Tyler

Deed transferring property from Devereux Estate to 
      The St. Francis Missionary and Benevolent Society, 1856

Incorporation of the Society of the Friars Minor of the Order of St. Francis, 1871

Provisional Charter Incorporating St. Bonaventure's College, 1875

Rules and Regulations of St. Bonaventure's College, 1878

Permanent Charter of St. Bonaventure's College, 1883

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Last updated:  08/31/06