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LAW DAY 1724 COLONIAL COURTHOUSE
The 1724 Colonial Courthouse in Chester hosted a special Law Day Program in which students from the Chester Academy (left) argued a criminal case before Judges of the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. The 1724 Courthouse – the oldest public building in continuous use in the nation – was filled with dignitaries from Court, County and City government and representatives and students from the Chester- Upland School District.
The late President Judge Joseph F. Battle had a special affection for the Colonial Courthouse, and periodically held hearings and ceremonies there.