New York (State). Court of Chancery (3rd Circuit)

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Chapter 12 of the Laws of 1788 gave the Court of Chancery the responsibility for overseeing the well being and property of persons deemed idiots or lunatics and infant trustees (persons under the age of 21 whose person and estate are under the care of a trustee or guardian). This responsibility was extended to habitual drunkards by Chapter 108 of the Laws of 1821.

From the description of Clerk's register of guardians, committees, and receivers, 1829-1847. (New York State Archives). WorldCat record id: 82657091

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New York (State)
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Courts
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Guardian and ward
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Adjudicating

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Active 1829

Active 1847

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