Document, Complainant Robert Treat Paine on behalf of the State of Massachusetts vs. Margaret Draper, 1780 July 2
Scope and Contents
Attorney General for the State of Massachusetts, Robert Treat Paine, signer of the Declaration of Independence, files a complaint against the respondent Margaret Draper, as she "levied war, and conspired to levy War against the Government and people of this Province, Colony, and State; and then and there adhered to the King of Great Britain, his fleets and armies, enemies of the said Province, Colony, and State; and then and there did give them aid and comfort". Partially printed document, signed by the author, with notes in his hand. 1 page.
Dates
- 1780 July 2
Creator
- Paine, Robert Treat, 1731-1814 (Creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
1 pages ; 27 x 35 cm
Language of Materials
English
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Repository Details
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