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Sam J. Ervin, Rufus Edmisten, and Mr. Baker
This item is a black adn white photograph of Sam J. Ervin, Rufus Edmisten, and "Mr. Baker" seated at a table. There is a gavel and microphone in front of Sam J. Ervin. This item is on the bottom of page 60 in Rufus Edmisten's scrapbook labeled…
"Sen. Sam Ervin Pleads a Case Before His Son," Unknown Newspaper, Circa 1969
This newspaper clipping from an unknown source details the admittance of Rufus and Jane Edmisten to the North Carolina State Bar in the summer of 1969. This item is on the bottom right on page 59 in Rufus Edmisten's scrapbook labeled…
"Husband-Wife Lawyer Team Can Practice in High Court," Watauga Democrat, December 17, 1970
This item is a newspaper clipping highlighting Rufus and Jane Edmisten being admitted to the bar of the United States Supreme Court in December 10, 1970. The article goes on to detail the accomplishments and service of both since graduating. This…
"A Family Affair," Charlotte Observer, April 4, 1969
This item is a newspaper clipping announcing the ceremony to admit Rufus and Jane Edmisten into the North Carolina Bar. Both Sam J. Ervin and his son were present at the ceremony in Charlotte, NC. This item is on the bottom left on page 59 in Rufus…
"Boone Couple Join the Bar in High Style," Winston Salem Journal, March 4, 1969
This item is a newspaper clipping from the Winston Salem Journal on March 4, 1969. The article features Rufus and Jane Edmisten being admitted to the North Carolina Bar Association in Charlotte, NC. Sam J. Ervin made the motion and his son, Sam J.…
Rufus and Jane Edmisten in Court
This item is a black and white print of three negative strips featuring Rufus and Jane Edmisten in a courtroom. They appear to be signing documents with Sam J. Ervin. It is likely these images were used in press from throughout this series of the…
Edmisten and Ervin During Watergate Testimony
This item is a black and white photograph of the backs of Rufus Edmisten and Sam J. Ervin. Ervin appears to be seated at a table in front of a microphone with Rufus Edmisten seated behind him. The room is full of people. The caption indicates this to…
"Boone Native is Named to Senate Post," Unknown Newspaper, Circa Summer 1969
This item is a newspaper clipping detailing Rufus Edmisten's appointment to staff of the Congressional Rights Subcommitte in the summer of 1969. The source of the clipping is unclear, but it likely dates to circa summer 1969. This item is found on…
"Edmisten Gets Job With Ervin," Unknown Newspaper, Circa May 1969
This item is a newspaper clipping titled "Edmisten Gets Job With Ervin" detailing Rufus Edmisten's appointment to staff of the Congressional Rights Subcommittee. The source of the clipping is not noted and the date is likely circa May 1969. This item…
"Ervin Names Rufus Edmisten to Vital Senate Legal Post," Watauga Democrat, July 10, 1969
This item is a newspaper clipping telling of Rufus Edmisten's appointment as chief legal counsel for the Judiciary Subcommittee on Separate of Powers. The article was published in the Watauga Democrat on July 10, 1969. This item is found on the top…