The Powers, Duties, and Liabilities of Town and Parish Officers in Massachusetts: With Forms and Parliamentary Rules for Conducting Town and Other Mee (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781143948480)

"The Powers, Duties, and Liabilities of Town and Parish Officers in Massachusetts" is a comprehensive guide to the legal and practical aspects of local governance in 19th-century Massachusetts. Written by William Augustus Herrick, this book details the responsibilities, authority, and potential liabilities of town and parish officers, providing essential information for those serving in these roles.

Included are detailed forms and parliamentary rules for conducting town and other meetings, ensuring that local government proceedings are carried out effectively and lawfully. This historical text offers valuable insights into the structure and function of local government in Massachusetts during a formative period in American history. It remains a useful resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the development of American governance.

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