Publisher's Synopsis
""Provisional Laws and Joint Resolutions Passed at the First and Called Sessions of the General Assembly of Jefferson Territory (1860)"" is a historical document that provides a comprehensive insight into the legislative proceedings of the Jefferson Territory during its formative years. The book contains a compilation of laws and resolutions that were passed during the first and called sessions of the General Assembly of Jefferson Territory in 1860. The Jefferson Territory was a short-lived, unrecognized territory in the western United States that existed from 1859 to 1861. It was created by a group of gold miners who sought to establish a separate government in the region. The General Assembly of Jefferson Territory was the legislative body responsible for enacting laws and regulations for the territory.The book includes a wide range of laws and resolutions covering various areas such as taxation, mining, education, and the establishment of courts. It also includes provisions for the protection of civil rights, the regulation of liquor sales, and the establishment of a territorial militia. The laws and resolutions contained in this book provide a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the Jefferson Territory during its brief existence. They offer insights into the political and social climate of the time and shed light on the aspirations and struggles of the people who sought to establish a new government in the western frontier. Overall, ""Provisional Laws and Joint Resolutions Passed at the First and Called Sessions of the General Assembly of Jefferson Territory (1860)"" is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the American West and the evolution of territorial governments in the United States.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.
