Viewing Douglas A. Hedin: Documents regarding the terms of the justices of the Supreme Court of Minnesota Territory, 1849-1858: PART TWO-B. (Justice Meeker) (2009-2010).Douglas A. Hedin: Documents regarding the terms of the justices of the Supreme Court of Minnesota Territory, 1849-1858: PART TWO-B. (Justice Meeker) (2009-2010).The process of becoming a justice on the territorial supreme court had four steps: 1) be nominated by the President or receive a recess appointment by him; 2) if nominated, be confirmed by the U. S. Senate; 3) receive a commission from the President, and accept it; and 4) take the oath of office in Minnesota Territory.
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