Ebenezer Brenton, John Barney, Jonathan Thayer, "Warrant of contempt against John Rosher", 1719 April 22
Scope and Contents
A document written and signed by Ebenezer Brenton, clerk, directing the sheriff to arrest John Rosher, of Taunton, and bring him before the Bristol County Court of General Sessions to answer for his contempt of a summons. Rosher had been previously summoned by the court to answer a charge of failing to attend public worship. The endorsements of John Barney, deputy sheriff, and Jonathan Thayer, constable of Taunton, appear on the reverse. Thayer reports being refused entrance to the house at which he suspects Rosher was staying.
Dates
- Creation: 1719 April 22
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
Ink on paper; 1 page (21 x 17 cm.) on 1 sheet. Red wax seal upper left. Docketing and endorsements on verso.
Repository Details
Part of the University of Notre Dame Rare Books & Special Collections Repository