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The files located in the Tennessee Supreme Court Cases represent an especially valuable resource for historical and genealogical research at the Tennessee State Library and Archives [TSLA].
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 | State v. Floyd Edmonson & Albert Smith | Hamilton | Assault with Intent to Commit Rape |
Edmonson charged with feloniously assaulting Lucile Stephens, a 19 year old, with intent to rape her, and Smith was charged with aiding and abetting Edmonson. According to Stephens' testimony, the defendants were colored. Jury found defendants guilty of intent to rape and robbery and sentenced them to 5 years each for both charges. 2 folders. |
East | Range: 10 Section: A Shelf: Box Number: 1309 | 213 | Order A Copy |