Papers 1854-1906.

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Papers 1854-1906.

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Forty-three pocket diaries, 1863-1906, a scrapbook, account book and memorandum book of a Findlay, Ohio lawyer and Supreme Court judge. Diary entries are very brief and general, recording Burket's daily activities, weather, illnesses, family activities; events outside his daily routine are rarely commented on. Volumes also record accounts of money received for collections, retainer fees, other legal fees, and personal expenses. Contact repository for more information.

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Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society

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Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society

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Burket, Jacob Fillmore, 1837-1906.

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Ohio. Supreme Court

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Supreme Court of Ohio originated with Ohio 1802 constitution. Initially two judges and later four were appointed by the legislature, travelling to individual counties where terms were held once each year. Once yearly all judges also gathered at the capital for a general term. Cases heard before the court were suits involving more than $1000, cases appealed from common pleas court, divorce (until 1844), and capital punishment cases. This system continued until constitutional changes occurred in 1...