1806-019: Joseph B. Abrahams vs. Peter Haley
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Debt suit. Joseph B. Abrahams attacked a free Black man, Peter Haley. Abrahams argued that this attack was justified because Haley had insulted Abrahams' wife, and "such a state of insubordination in a man of his colour would well justify the deed." Haley took Abrahams to court for this attack and won a judgment against Abrahams. Abrahams claimed that Haley only won the case because he had tricked Abrahams into not appearing in court, and that therefore he shouldn't have to pay Haley the settlement.
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
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