Journal of the Senate of Michigan (Classic Reprint)

Henry S. Sleeper

ISBN 10: 1332845134 / ISBN 13: 9781332845132

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth examination of the impeachment trial of Charles A. Edmonds, Commissioner of the State Land Office, providing a detailed account of the charges, proceedings, and outcome of the case. The author delves into the historical context of impeachment trials and the political climate surrounding Edmonds' removal from office, offering insights into the legal and political dynamics of the time. The book explores the allegations of corrupt conduct, conflicts of interest, and abuse of power that led to Edmonds' impeachment, shedding light on the ethical and legal standards governing public officials. Through meticulous research and analysis, the author unravels the complexities of the case, revealing the evidence, arguments, and decisions that shaped its outcome. This book serves as a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the intricacies of impeachment proceedings and the interplay between politics and justice in the American political system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Journal of the Senate of Michigan (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332845134
• ISBN 13: 9781332845132
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Administrative Records

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Synopsis

Impeachment trial records from 19th-century Michigan illuminate a high-stakes government case. This work presents the formal proceedings, including the reading of articles, the order of business, and the voices of senators and managers as they adjudicate charges against a state official.

The pages capture a full sequence: organized trial sessions, the exhibit of articles of impeachment, the role of the House managers, and the Senate’s careful questions and votes. It provides a window into how state law, procedure, and public accountability played out in a historic setting, with emphasis on the events and official actions of the time.

• Accounts of articles of impeachment and the officers involved in presenting them.


• Responses from Senators and the voting on each article as the case unfolds.


• Official protocol details, including oath-taking, proclamations, and procedural announcements.

Ideal for readers of legal history, government procedure, and Michigan state history who want to understand impeachment processes in action.