Taylor versus Robinson bill of complaint

Collection

Identifier: MSS-1384

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Scope and Contents note

The collection contains a bBill of complaint with appended exhibits in the case of Taylor vs. Robinson. The suit involved the alleged misuse or misappropriation of monies and property by the administrator of the estate of Byrd Brandon. Among the exhibits are copies of Brandon's last will and testament and inventories of his estate, including slaves.

Dates

Creation: Undated; post 1865

Biographical/Historical note

Byrd Brandon, 1800-1838, was a lawyer in Huntsville, Alabama. He came with his family to Huntsville from Tennessee while in his teens. He studied law under Clement Comer Clay, Jr., and was admitted to the bar in 1822. He served as United States attorney for the northern district of Alabama for seven years.

Extent

0.08 Linear Feet (1 item, 61 pieces)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Bill of complaint with appended exhibits in the case of Taylor vs. Robinson, involving the alleged misuse or misappropriation of monies and property by the administrator of the estate of Byrd Brandon.

Provenance

Purchased from Cather and Brown Books, 1990

General

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