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Spence v. Thompson, 1847
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This case is about slaves or slavery.
Year:
1847
Citation:
11 Ala. 746
Jurisdiction:
Alabama
People:
Law type:
Levy on enslaved persons
Full name:
Spence V. Thompson
Court:
Alabama Supreme Court
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City of Anniston v. Douglas (1948)
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