Publisher's Synopsis
The Dartmouth College Causes: And The Supreme Court Of The United States (1879) is a historical book written by John Major Shirley. The book presents a detailed account of the landmark case, Dartmouth College v. Woodward, which was heard by the Supreme Court of the United States in 1819. The case involved a dispute between the trustees of Dartmouth College and the state of New Hampshire over the control and management of the college. The state had attempted to take over the college by amending its charter, but the trustees challenged the state's authority in court. The case ultimately established the principle of the sanctity of contracts and the independence of private corporations from government interference. Shirley's book provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal arguments presented by both sides, the political and social context of the case, and its impact on American jurisprudence. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in American legal history.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.
