Notes : for his oral argument in the case of Chapeline vs. Hays, n.d. [manuscript].

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Notes : for his oral argument in the case of Chapeline vs. Hays, n.d. [manuscript].

The collection consists of notes by William Wirt for his oral argument in the case of Chapeline vs. Hays, in which Wirt defends the validity of Chapeline's contested will and defends Chapeline's competency in writing his will.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7921835

University of Virginia. Library

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Wirt, William, 1772-1834

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William Wirt (November 8, 1772 – February 18, 1834) was an American author and statesman who is credited with turning the position of United States Attorney General into one of influence. He was the longest serving Attorney General in U.S. history. He was also the Anti-Masonic nominee for president in the 1832 election. Wirt grew up in Maryland but pursued a legal career in Virginia, passing the Virginia bar in 1792. After holding various positions, he served as the prosecutor in Aaron Burr's...

Chapeline, Capt.

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