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BAKER v. GEE

68 U.S. 333 (1863)

1 Wall. 333

BAKER v. GEE.

Supreme Court of United States.

Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Mr. Gant for the purchaser Baker; and Mr. Krum for the pre-emptor Gee.

Mr. Justice DAVIS, after stating the case, delivered the opinion of the court:

The practical question involved in this case is one of easy solution. It is this: "When did the right of pre-emption, under the fifth section of the act of September 20th, cease?" Manifestly, after four months from the location of the lands. It is argued that Gee's right was at an end if he did not prove his claim within four months from the location...

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