Motions denied, [ca. 1841-1847]

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Motions denied, [ca. 1841-1847]

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This series consists of affidavits and notices of motions which were denied by the court. Each document bears on the dorso the letter 'D' or the word "Denied." Sometimes a clerk or justice added notes explaining why the motion should be denied. The series also contains a few declarations and other documents which were not filed because the clerk's fees were not paid.

1.4 cu. ft.

New York State Archives

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