The Court-House of the District of Columbia (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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An event of such importance requires the serious attention of the historian as well as that of the local chronicler. A monograph, with numerous illustrations, has been prepared by competent authorities and, attractively printed and bound. It makes a volume which cannot fail to be of increasing interest and historical value.

This volume presents for the first time a comprehensive account of the Sn preme Court of the District of Columbia and of its predecessor, the Circuit coui'e of the District of Columbia, their creation by the acts of the Congress, their jurisdiction and powers, their relations to the Government, and their place in the judicial system of the United States. It contains an authentic epitome of the history of the court-house, its construction and reconstruction, its Bench and Bar, with the achievements of the past linked to the story of the present. The power, learning, high character, and commanding influence of its Judges and lawyers today are no different than in the past, and the right and title is thus set forth for further opportunity for judicial administration and professional labor.

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