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William D. (William Dameron) Guthrie
1859–1935
A prominent New York lawyer and legal scholar, he argued major constitutional cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and also taught at Columbia. His career placed him at the center of debates over federal power, taxation, and public policy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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Magna Carta, and Other Addresses
by William D. (William Dameron) Guthrie
About the author
Born in San Francisco on February 3, 1859, he was educated in Paris, in England, and at Columbia Law School. He built a distinguished legal career in New York and became known for his work in constitutional law and high-profile appellate advocacy.
He argued a number of important cases before the United States Supreme Court, including challenges involving the federal income tax and other major questions of public law. Alongside his practice, he also served as a professor of law at Columbia, helping shape legal thought as both an advocate and a teacher.
He remained a respected figure in the American bar for decades and was active in professional legal circles, including leadership roles in bar associations. He died on December 8, 1935, leaving a legacy tied to some of the era's most significant constitutional disputes.