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Tennessee Supreme Court Cases
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| View Entry | Year | Case Name | County | Cause/Crime | Case Description | Division | Location | # Pages | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Entry | 1931 | J.H. Hastings, Jr. v. Sam Barfield | Henry | Motion for a New Trial |
In November 1930, Sam Barfield arrested J.H. Hastings, Jr. and his father, J.H. Hastings, Sr. for unlawful possession of intoxicating liquor. J.H. Hastings, Jr. said that the wrongful arrest injured his reputation and sued for a new trial. |
West | Range: 77 Section: F Shelf: Box Number: 2042 | 18 | Order A Copy |
| View Entry | 1931 | J. M. Proctor v. Bry-Block Mercantile Company and O. L. Wooley | Shelby | Motion for a New Trial |
In the original suit, the defendants charged Proctor with larceny of a gown. She was arrested and taken to criminal trial. Proctor motioned for a new trial. Note: 4 folders |
West | Range: 77 Section: F Shelf: Box Number: 2055 | 536 | Order A Copy |