Tennessee Supreme Court Cases
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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 | 1907 | State v. Earnest Wardlaw | Lauderdale | Attempted Murder |
Defendant originally found guilty of attempted murder in the shooting of Fed Robertson at the cabin of Bet Johnson. All parties African American. Defendant appealing verdict; asking for new trial. Also mentioned: Minnie Pearl Winbush, Bill Jackson & his brother, Frank Jackson. |
West | Range: 80 Section: A Shelf: Box Number: 1010 | 19 | Order A Copy |