Creator: Supreme Court (RG 32)

Collection Summary: A single, bound appearance docket for the Supreme Court. The cover includes the handwritten text “For the Bar. Appearance Docket.” The appearance docket lists: the attorneys and numbers, party names, sheriff’s returns and situation, 1st day, 2nd day, 3rd day, and disposition. The docket dates from June 1829 to June 1830. 

Access Restrictions: None.

Date(s): 1829-1830.

Volume: 0.50 Cubic Feet.

Finding Aid Created By: Shaun Stalzer in August 2024.

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Record Group History: According to Article V of the Constitution of 1817, the judicial power of the state was vested in one supreme court and such superior and inferior courts of law and equity as the legislature may from time to time direct. The Constitution of 1832 changed the supreme court to the High Court of Errors and Appeals which consisted of three judges. Article V of the Constitution of 1868 changed the name of the state's highest court back to Supreme Court. The Constitution of 1890 maintained a supreme court of three judges but made the office elective. 

Collection Inventory:
Box Content 

Box Number

1829-1830

5685