This case file relates to the charge of contempt against James L. Adkins for failure to appear as a grand juror for the 2nd U.S. District Court on April 21, 1856 in Lecompton, Kansas Territory. Adkins was indicted on April 22, 1856 by the 2nd District and a fine of ten dollars was issued. A series of summons were issued beginning in April of 1856 to July of 1859, the final summons being served successfully on October 15, 1859.
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Kansas Territory versus James L. Adkins for contempt - 7