Report Of The Trial Of Friends

By Marcus Tullius Cicero Gould

Book Overview

The book ""Report of the Trial of Friends"" by Marcus T. C. Gould is a detailed account of the trial of a group of Quakers who were arrested and charged with violating the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the trial proceedings, including the arguments presented by both the prosecution and the defense.The trial took place in Philadelphia in 1854 and was a significant event in the history of the abolitionist movement. The defendants were accused of aiding and abetting the escape of a fugitive slave named William Thomas, who had fled from Maryland to Pennsylvania. The prosecution argued that the defendants had violated federal law by assisting Thomas in his escape.The defense, on the other hand, argued that the Fugitive Slave Law was unconstitutional and that the defendants had acted out of moral obligation to help a fellow human being in need. The trial was closely watched by abolitionists and pro-slavery advocates alike, and its outcome had far-reaching implications for the future of the anti-slavery movement.The book provides a detailed account of the trial proceedings, including the testimony of witnesses, the cross-examination of witnesses, and the closing arguments of both the prosecution and the defense. It also includes transcripts of the judge's instructions to the jury and the jury's verdict.Overall, ""Report of the Trial of Friends"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the legal and moral debates surrounding the issue of slavery in the mid-19th century.At Steubenville, Ohio, From The 15th To The 26th Of October, 1828, Before Honorable Jeremiah H. Hallock, Esq. President Judge Of The 5th Judicial District Of The State.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162787902
• ISBN13: 9781162787909
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"