VI Lawyers
Chapter XXV
John Marshall
The model American lawyer—Birth and early life of John Marshall—A devoted father—Early education—The young patriot—Troubles with England—Marshall becomes a soldier—The “Culpepper Minute Men”—Marshall’s popularity in the army—Finishes his law studies—His journey from Williamsburg to Philadelphia—Commences the practice of the law—Elected to the Legislature—Establishes himself in Richmond—The power of a powdered wig and velvet coat—Marshall’s services in the Virginia Convention of 1798—Becomes the champion of Washington’s Administration—Refuses public honors—Is made Minister to France —Public reception in New York—Elected Member of Congress—His memorable speech—Enters the Cabinet of President Adams as Secretary of State—Is made Chief Justice of the United States—His record—His “Life of Washington”—Personal characteristics—His generosity—William Wirt’s pen and ink sketch of him—His courtesy and kindness—Fondness for manly sports—The quoit club—How he carried a proud man’s turkey home—The supper party—The Chief Justice loses the wager—Mode of traveling on his circuit—The scene at Maguire’s Hotel in Winchester, Virginia—The unknown champion of Christianity—A brilliant defense—Last illness and death of Judge Marshall.
Chapter XXVI
James T. Brady
Birth and early life—His “big head”—His kindliness of disposition—Enters his father’s office to study law—Merry nature—How he studied law—A model for ambitious youths—His father’s opinion of him—Admitted to the bar—His first case—The newsboy case—sudden rise in popularity—Practices in the Supreme Court—The India-rubber suit—A compliment from Daniel Webster—Brady’s integrity—Professional success and generosity—His readiness in managing his cases—Conduct toward witnesses—His fearlessness—A bold declaration in Tammany Hall—His profound knowledge of his profession—His industry—His disinterested kindness—His humor—Meets his match—Political life—Personal appearance—A genial old bachelor—Literary tastes and labors—His generosity to the poor—Devotion to his relatives—Last appearance in public—Forebodings—Death.