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William Gaston and the Supreme Court of North Carolina
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William Gaston served as the Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina between December 1833 and January 1844 alongside Thomas Ruffin and Joseph J. Daniel. His career in state legislation began in 1800 just two years after being admitted to the bar at the age of 22. The author reviews Gaston's illustrious career and his actions which made him a well-respected jurist among the state's citizens.
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