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Kensey Johns (judge)
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Kensey Johns (June 14, 1759 – December 21, 1848) was a lawyer, politician, jurist and plantation owner from Delaware.
Quick Facts Chief Justice of Delaware Supreme Court, Preceded by ...
Kensey Johns Sr. | |
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![]() Supreme Court Chief Justice of Delaware | |
Chief Justice of Delaware Supreme Court | |
In office 1798–1830 | |
Preceded by | Richard H. Bayard |
Succeeded by | Samuel M. Harrington |
Chancellor of Delaware | |
In office 1830–1832 | |
Preceded by | Nicholas Ridgely |
Succeeded by | Kensey Johns Jr. |
Personal details | |
Born | (1759-06-14)June 14, 1759 Sudley, Anne Arundel County, Maryland |
Died | December 21, 1848(1848-12-21) (aged 89) New Castle, Delaware |
Resting place | Immanuel Church, New Castle, Delaware |
Spouse | Nancy Ann Van Dyke |
Children | Kensey Johns Jr., John Johns |
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