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August 5, 1833
Phenix Gazette
Alexandria, Virginia
What is this article about?
Ongoing Quaker schism trial in Trenton, NJ, on July 31st, with attorney Mr. Wall eloquently arguing for Hicksites, analogizing to historical secession by Keith and critiquing Judge Drake's ruling; large attendance of Quakers and spectators.
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QUAKER TRIAL.
Trenton, N. J. July 31st.
To the Editors of the Philadelphia Gazette. —
The Court of Appeals is still occupied in hearing the Quaker cause. — Mr. Wall was arguing the question on behalf of the Hicksites, through the whole of to-day, and will probably finish by to-morrow evening. Mr. W. is forcible and eloquent. He occupied this morning in showing the analogy between the conduct and doings of the Orthodox Friends and those who were associated with Mr. Keith, who seceded from the Quakers, in their early settlement. This afternoon, was taken up reviewing the decision of Judge Drake. We never saw so many Quakers and Quaker Books in a Court House before. — There is a great number of spectators, among whom are many ladies. Yours, &c.
Trenton, N. J. July 31st.
To the Editors of the Philadelphia Gazette. —
The Court of Appeals is still occupied in hearing the Quaker cause. — Mr. Wall was arguing the question on behalf of the Hicksites, through the whole of to-day, and will probably finish by to-morrow evening. Mr. W. is forcible and eloquent. He occupied this morning in showing the analogy between the conduct and doings of the Orthodox Friends and those who were associated with Mr. Keith, who seceded from the Quakers, in their early settlement. This afternoon, was taken up reviewing the decision of Judge Drake. We never saw so many Quakers and Quaker Books in a Court House before. — There is a great number of spectators, among whom are many ladies. Yours, &c.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Justice
What keywords are associated?
Quaker Trial
Hicksites
Orthodox Friends
Court Of Appeals
Religious Schism
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Wall
Hicksites
Orthodox Friends
Mr. Keith
Judge Drake
Where did it happen?
Trenton, N. J. Court House
Story Details
Key Persons
Mr. Wall
Hicksites
Orthodox Friends
Mr. Keith
Judge Drake
Location
Trenton, N. J. Court House
Event Date
July 31st
Story Details
The Court of Appeals hears the Quaker cause, with Mr. Wall arguing for the Hicksites, comparing Orthodox Friends to George Keith's secessionists and reviewing Judge Drake's decision. Many Quakers, books, and spectators, including ladies, attend.