Motion dockets, 1856-1972.

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Motion dockets, 1856-1972.

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Summaries of motions for dismissal, writs of mandamus, motions to vacate, motions for rehearing, and motions for stay of proceedings and time extensions; each including case number, names of attorneys and parties involved, location of initial court action, and chronological entries detailing the development of the case from its filing date to its conclusion.

1.8 c.f. (9 volumes)

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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