New York State Supreme Court of Judicature (Geneva) Precipes and Writs of Summons J1026

New York State Supreme Court of Judicature (Geneva) Precipes and Writs of Summons

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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:

This series consists of original writs (often called writs of summons) issued under seal of the Supreme Court, ordering a sheriff to summon a defendant to appear in court on a given day. Many of the actions involve promissory notes given by banking corporations, but there are also cases involving railroads, churches, schools, and manufacturing and insurance companies.

Creator:

New York (State). Supreme Court of Judicature (Geneva)

Title:

Precipes and writs of summons

Quantity:

0.8 cubic feet

2 boxes

Inclusive Dates:

1831-1842

Series Number:

J1026

Scope and Content Note

This series consists of original writs (often called writs of summons) issued under seal of the Supreme Court, ordering a sheriff to summon a defendant to appear in court on a given day. The plaintiff's demand is set forth in the same detail as is found in his declaration. The sheriff's certificate of service appears on the dorso. Also found are precipes for the writs of summons. Many of the actions involve promissory notes given by banking corporations, but there are also cases involving railroads, churches, schools, and manufacturing and insurance companies.