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.