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June 4, 1884
The Morristown Gazette
Morristown, Hamblen County, Tennessee
What is this article about?
Ongoing legal struggle for control of the American newspaper between Vertrees and Colyar, with Chancellor Merritt confirming an order granting Vertrees power over majority stock deposited by Colyar.
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THE FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN.
There is yet no solution to the struggle for the possession of the American newspaper. Chancellor Merritt a few days ago confirmed his former order directing the clerk and master to issue to Vertrees a power of attorney to vote and control the stock—a majority—deposited in his office by Colyar. This is regarded by Vertrees and his friends as a great triumph. Colyar asserts that Vertrees has not even approached his outworks, while the latter claims that he has overcome the most formidable of his defenses and will soon be in possession of the citadel. If the chancery suit ever comes to an end we shall see who is right.
There is yet no solution to the struggle for the possession of the American newspaper. Chancellor Merritt a few days ago confirmed his former order directing the clerk and master to issue to Vertrees a power of attorney to vote and control the stock—a majority—deposited in his office by Colyar. This is regarded by Vertrees and his friends as a great triumph. Colyar asserts that Vertrees has not even approached his outworks, while the latter claims that he has overcome the most formidable of his defenses and will soon be in possession of the citadel. If the chancery suit ever comes to an end we shall see who is right.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Fortune Reversal
What keywords are associated?
Newspaper Struggle
Legal Battle
Stock Control
Chancery Suit
American Newspaper
What entities or persons were involved?
Chancellor Merritt
Vertrees
Colyar
Story Details
Key Persons
Chancellor Merritt
Vertrees
Colyar
Event Date
A Few Days Ago
Story Details
Chancellor Merritt confirmed order for Vertrees to control majority stock deposited by Colyar in fight for American newspaper; Vertrees sees triumph, Colyar denies progress, ongoing chancery suit.