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1850 Binns Legal Justice Law Book on Freeing Slaves in Pennsylvania 694 Pages Antique Rare

1850 Binns Legal Justice Law Book on Freeing Slaves in Pennsylvania 694 Pages Antique Rare

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1850 antique BINNS LEGAL JUSTICE LAW interest SLAVES in PA to be SET FREE 694pg SCROLL DOWN for MORE PHOTOS in DESCRIPTION Click HERE to view or search ANTIQUE.COTTAGE listings. This listing is for th...

Description

1850 antique BINNS LEGAL JUSTICE LAW interest SLAVES in PA to be SET FREE 694pg SCROLL DOWN for MORE PHOTOS in DESCRIPTION Click HERE to view or search ANTIQUE.COTTAGE listings. This listing is for the old book which measures approx 9.25"x6" x 2 1/8" with 694 pages. It contains interesting crime and punishment for victorian-era crimes such as: stage coaches: Drivers not to leave their horses, Penalty for delaying travellers... sodomy servant: When master bound by the contract of his servant; penalty fo marrying mithout consent of master; different kinds of servants; of the relation of master and servant; when master responsible for the acts of his servant sunday: Persons found tippling on Sunday may be bound for their good behaviour; note given on sunday is void; no person to be arrested on Sunday, except for felony, treason or breach of the peace; wordly employment prohibited; breach of the sabbath wolves and panthers: bounty for killing negroes and fugitie slaves: manumission of a slave; slave brought into Pennsylvania becomes free; decisions relative to fugitive slaves Inns and Taverns: Innkeepers not to harbour or trust apprentices; penalty for doing so; sheriffs and jailers not to keep tavern; penalty on tavern keepers for promoting gaming; penalty for selling to haitual drunkards... Fornication and bastardy: Servant having a bastard to compensate master by additional servitude PUnishment for advising the killing of a bastard child; punishment for concealing death of bastard... Duelling: and so much more... BINN' JUSTICE of MAGISTRATE'S DAILY COMPANION A TREATISE ON THE OFFICE AND DUTIES OF ALDERMEN AND JUSTICES OF THE PEACE in the COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA including all the required FORMS OF PROCESS AND DOCET-ENTRIES and embodying not only whatever may be deemed valuable to JUSTICES OF THE PEACE but to LANDLORDS, TENANTS, AND GENERAL AGENTS and MAKING THIS VOLUME, WHAT IT PURPORTS TO BE A SAFE LEGAL GUIDE FOR BUSINESS MEN late aldesman of walnut ward, in the city of philadelphia the third edition revised, corrected, and greatly enlarged by Frederick c. brightly, esq. Philadelphia, James Ray, Jun, and Brother The front cover is detached but included. Page edges are worn. Some age spotting. Some holes on endpapers. Other antique wear. Significant wear to leather cover and spine. CONDITION : See listing description and photos. - International buyers are responsible to pay VAT or other Taxes to their countries as required. - eBAY collects and remits sales tax on behalf of several states. If you are a dealer, you can write to eBay to file a form to become tax exempt. LOC: LOC2: BOOKSHELF20-KM Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution

Specifics

Author

John Binns

Binding

Leather

Country/Region of Manufacture

United States

Origin

American

Original/Reproduction

Original

Publisher

James Kay, Jun & Brother

Seller Notes

“See listing description and photos.”

Subject

Law & Government

Year Printed

1850

Reviews

  1. Ismail Bouaddi

    This antique legal book is a fascinating piece of history, offering a deep dive into 1850s justice, including rare insights on freeing slaves in Pennsylvania. The 694 pages cover unique Victorian-era laws, from stagecoach regulations to servant contracts, making it a must-have for collectors and history buffs. The well-preserved condition and detailed content make it a standout find—perfect for anyone passionate about legal history or social justice movements. Don’t miss the additional photos in the description for a closer look!