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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J0157
Dates:
1784-1847
Abstract:
This series consists of records of equity and probate appeals and law cases in error. While very few case files contain all records related to the case, most however include the writ or petition and an assignment of error or answer to an appeal. Appeals also include proceeding transcripts. Post-1830 .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J0158
Dates:
1784-1847
Abstract:
This series indexes Series J0157, Records of Appeals and Cases in Error, by name of appellant and plaintiff in error. Each entry consists of a file number referring to records in the series indexed and the names of the appellant or plaintiff in error and respondent or defendant in error. The first few .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J0159
Dates:
1788-1846
Abstract:
This series is the official daily record of court proceedings. Recorded in the minutes are the date and the names of court members in attendance for each court session and the location for each term. The parties' names and what occurred are recorded for each case heard in a session. The series contains .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
The Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Corrections of Errors was abolished by the Constitution of 1846. Thereafter its powers regarding corrections of errors rested in the Court of Appeals. This volume is a register of cases reviewed by or appealed to the court. Each entry gives the names of litigants .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
This series consists of a daily record of court proceedings used to compile official minutes. As such it documents the progress of cases through the courts. Included are court members in attendance; parties involved; and a brief description of case proceedings. Early minutes typically summarizing proceedings; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
The series consists of bonds or sureties given by appellants for cases appealed as writs from the Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors (decided by the U.S. Supreme Court). Appellants were required to guarantee payment of costs incurred if the case was not decided in their fav.........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J1014
Dates:
1817-1845
Abstract:
This fragmentary series consists of petitions for appointment of commissioners to appraise lands taken for street openings in the incorporated cities of New York and Brooklyn. There are also reports of the Commissioners, returned to the Supreme Court of Judicature..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
This series consists of notes of issue, notices of argument, and additional correspondence received by the Clerk of the Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors (known as the "Court of Errors"). These records document the legal process by which cases were appealed to the Court of .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
This multi-page document is an alphabetical listing of cases in the Court for the Correction of Errors that were commenced after June 1842 and were still pending and undecided in July 1847, when the court was abolished. The pending cases were transferred to the newly established Court of Appeals..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
10
Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J2041
Dates:
1787-1829
Abstract:
This series consists of microfilm copies of two volumes of recorded wills and probates (summary of proceedings to determine authenticity of will) made from originals held in the New York County Clerk's Office..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
11
Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J2157
Dates:
1842-1845
Abstract:
During the time period in which these records were created, the Court for the Correction of Errors (Court of Errors) handled only cases from the State's principal courts of law (Supreme Court) and equity (Chancery Court). The records consist of draft judgments rendered by the Court of Errors in law .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
This series consists of pre-printed roll call forms used by the Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors to record members present and votes cast by members on specific cases. Forms used to record attendance include the date of session and total count of members present. Forms used .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
13
Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
J5000
Dates:
1827-1845
Abstract:
This series contains a small sample of administrative records compiled by the Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors. Documents include resolutions appointing court officers and proposing changes in court administration, signed oaths of office of court officers, an undated list .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Abstract:
This series consists of letters from officers of public and private institutions inviting the members of the Court of Errors to visit or attend special ceremonies. Also included are letters from municipal officials inviting the court to hold future sessions in their cities..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
JN510
Dates:
1842
Abstract:
This register contains entries for cases placed on the calendar and argued during May term, 1842. Disposition of each case is indicated. Cases include arguments on demurrer, motions for a new trial (including a few criminal convictions), motions to set aside a referee's report, and applications for .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors
Title:
Series:
JN541
Dates:
1754-1847
Abstract:
These rolls post-date the Revolutionary War. They include names of a few attorneys and counsellors who were admitted to practice before the war and who took the oath of allegiance to the State of New York after the war. Rolls contain names of attorneys and counsellors admitted to practice in the Supreme .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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