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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 is a fragmentary series of "Motion Papers" arranged by attorney's name (1832: B-C and 1837: B, G only). Affidavits of motions state the grounds on which the court will be moved. There are motions for judgment as in case of non-suit; for change of venue; for taxation of a bill of costs; to set aside a judgment; to obtain writs of certiorari, error, and mandamus; and to refer a case to an outside party to determine amount of judgment.
Creator:
Title:
Miscellaneous motions
Quantity:

1.3 cubic feet

3 boxes

Inclusive Dates:
1832, 1837
Series Number:
J1126