Benjamin Harris Brewster papers, 1820-1885.

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Benjamin Harris Brewster papers, 1820-1885.

Consists mainly of correspondence and legal documents of Brewster (Princeton Class of 1834), such as testimonies, depositions, summonses, court papers, and miscellaneous material, much of it related to the Star Route prosecutions during Brewster's tenure as attorney general under Chester Alan Arthur.

20.00 cu. ft. (19 boxes, 2 cartons, 1 leather chest)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6805719

Princeton University Library

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