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John Peter Zenger trial collection, 1733-1734.
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Creator
Alexander, James, 1691-1756.
Location
Manuscripts and Archives Division
Extent
- .25 linear foot (1 box)
Access Restrictions
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Scope/Contents Note
Collection consists of papers relating to the trial of John Peter Zenger, written or collected by Alexander. Papers contain letters, notes, articles, legal documents,drafts written by William Smith, Zenger's second counsel, and related papers.
Biographical/Historical Note
James Alexander (1691-1756) was counsel for John Peter Zenger during his trial for libel, 1734-1735, in Mount Vernon, Westchester County, N.Y.
Controlled Access Terms
- Alexander, James, 1691-1756.
- Trials (Libel) -- New York (State)
- Freedom of the press -- New York (State)
- Civil rights -- United States.
- United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775.
- Lawyers.
Additional Creator Names
- Zenger, John Peter, 1697-1746.
- Smith, William, 1697-1769.

