The Ordinances Of The Borough Of Norfolk: To Which Are Prefixed The Charter Of The Borough (1829)

By Common Council

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Ordinances of the Borough of Norfolk: To Which Are Prefixed The Charter of the Borough (1829)"" is a historical document that contains the laws and regulations of the Borough of Norfolk, a local government entity in Virginia, USA. The book is compiled by the Common Council, a group of elected officials responsible for the governance of the borough. The book begins with the Charter of the Borough, which outlines the establishment and organization of the borough, as well as the powers and duties of its officials. The ordinances, or laws, of the borough are then listed in chronological order, beginning with the earliest laws passed by the Common Council in 1736 and continuing up to the year of publication, 1829. The ordinances cover a wide range of topics, including public health and safety, taxation, trade and commerce, and the regulation of public behavior. For example, there are ordinances regulating the construction of buildings, the storage of gunpowder, and the sale of liquor. There are also laws prohibiting gambling, disorderly conduct, and the keeping of hogs within the borough limits. Overall, this book provides a valuable historical record of the laws and customs of the Borough of Norfolk during the early 19th century, and is a useful resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of local government in the United States.And A Collection Of Acts And Parts Of Acts Of Assembly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165789760
• ISBN13: 9781165789764
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"