Lawyers -- United States -- History -- Sources
Subject
Subject Source: Library Of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Julien D. Cornell Papers
Collection
Identifier: SCPC-DG-010
Abstract
Julien Cornell (1910-1994) practiced law in New York City, with a special interest in civil liberties. During World War II, he handled many cases for conscientious objectors, as well as advising many other COs about their various problems with the legal system. He was considered an expert on legal issues regarding conscientious objection and Civilian Public Service, and was consulted by many lawyers throughout the country for his opinions.
Dates:
1940-1947
Found in:
Swarthmore College Peace Collection
Gaillard T. Hunt Papers
Collection — Othertype DG 199
Identifier: SCPC-DG-199
Abstract
Includes correspondence and draft counseling legal files, 1969 to 1972.
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1969-1972
Found in:
Swarthmore College Peace Collection
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers
Collection
Identifier: SCPC-DG-098
Abstract
Belva Ann McNall Lockwood (1830-1917), was the first woman attorney to practice before the Supreme Court. She personally lobbied members of Congress to pass a special act admitting women to the bar of the Court, and first practiced before the Court in 1879. Lockwood ran for the U.S. presidency in 1884 and 1888, being the first woman to have a complete, national campaign for that office. From the 1870s onward Lockwood was active with the radical peace group, the Universal Peace Union,...
Dates:
1878-1917, 1984, 1986, 1992
Found in:
Swarthmore College Peace Collection
