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Guide to the John Tabor Kempe Papers
1678-1782 (bulk 1752-1774)
MS 344
Descriptive Summary
| Title: |
John Tabor Kempe Papers |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
1678-1782 (bulk 1752-1774) |
| Abstract: |
The John Tabor Kempe Papers contain primarily court case records (12 boxes) for the
colonial province of New York during the tenures of Attorneys General William Kempe
and his son, John Tabor Kempe. The bulk of these records date from 1752 to 1774, and
concern civil disputes, often over land ownership, tenancy and estates, as well as
criminal acts. Also included in the papers are professional correspondences of both
John Tabor Kempe and William Kempe, court agendas and fees, legal papers, land and
property records, financial records, government documents, and a photograph.
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| Quantity: |
7.5 Linear feet |
| Language: |
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| Call Phrase: |
MS 344 |
