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Petition of John Taubman against John Lace for scandalous abuse in court

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A petition to the Lieutenant Governor from John Taubman, a 25-year member of the House of Keys, complaining of defamation by attorney John Lace of Castletown. Taubman alleges that Lace publicly reflected upon his character during a Chancery hearing on 20 July, claiming Taubman falsely swore to having witnesses in a case where John Quayle and Taubman were complainants against Nicholas Grimshaw.

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Language

  • English