J.C. Steger vs. John M. Lea Court Verdict, 1879 March 31
This broadside reprints the court’s verdict against Woods, Yeatman, and Company and lays out the process for liquidating the assets of the Cumberland Iron Works by its trustee, J.C. Steger, in order to pay any debts. He will sell land north of the Cumberland River; mules and other livestock; scrap and pig iron; and all bills, notes, and accounts. There are several other names mentioned in the ruling, including Mrs. V.F. Rowland, who has filed a cross bill. Below this lengthy verdict, Steger has had printed a form letter to various creditors that explains briefly and clearly what they need to do in order to get paid.
Dates
- 1879 March 31
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository