The U.S. courts throughout the nineteenth century upheld the principle of caveat emptor.

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This is true. The principle of caveat emptor, or "let the buyer beware," meant that the responsibility was on the buyer to inspect and investigate the quality of goods or property before purchasing. The courts believed that buyers had access to all necessary information to make an informed decision, and therefore the seller was not liable for any defects or issues with the item sold, unless they actively misrepresented it. This principle remained in practice until the early twentieth century, when consumer protection laws began to be enacted.

The US Courts Throughout the Nineteenth Century Upheld the Principle of of Caveat