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In 1875 the number of Associate Justices was increased from four to five, and Mr. Stiness was elected to fill the place thus created. He rapidly made his way to success in his profession. In 1874—1875 he represented the City of Providence in the General Assembly, and while there was a member of the
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Judiciary Committee. Like many of his predecessors, Judge Stiness is a diligent student of the history of the State, and is well versed in whatever pertains to the origin and development of Rhode Island institutions.
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lohn Henrv Stiness' son of Philio Bessorn and Marv (Marsh) stiness rvas born in Prov'
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from 1857 to 1859, and then taught school for two years. At the outbreak of the
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from April 13, 1875 to 1900, and chief justice from 1900 to 1903.
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Stiness was elected to the court on April 13, 1875.
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