John Marshall, Richmond, Virginia, to Littleon Wailer Tazewell, Norfolk, Virginia, 1813 January 18
Scope and Contents
Cannot direct the special court Tazewell requested because the law authorizing a circuit judge to perform the duties of a district judge is limited only to the case of the disability of an existing district judge, and does not extend to the case of a vacancy of that office; has notified the Secretary of State of the public hardships if an appointment is postponed.
Dates
- Creation: 1813 January 18
Creator
- From the Collection: Marshall, John, 1755-1835 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 434.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository