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Habeas Corpus Clash Over Chinese Immigrants at Hawaiian Courts
The Hawaii Supreme Court heard arguments on habeas corpus petitions by Chinese seeking entry to the islands, with Ballou and Robertson urging federal jurisdiction in territorial matters. The judges pressed questions about inspector Brown and collector McStocker authority, and a recess was taken as the hearing continued.
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Supreme Court
Ballou
Ballon
Smith
Thurston
Bar
Admiralty
Congress
Federal Supreme Court
Jaustice Whiting
Oklahoma
Justice Whiting
Roberton
Brown
McStocker
United States
San Francisco
Mr. McStock
Counsil
Mr. Brown
Aas
Perry
Mr. Robertsun
Messrs. McStocker
Robertson
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