A historical collection of petitions, statutes, and commentary about a mid-1830s dispute over locating a rail line near a cemetery.
In this volume, readers encounter primary documents and later remarks that explore the clash between rail growth and the protection of burial grounds. It includes a petition arguing for avoiding a cemetery and a discussion of corporate powers and constitutional limits. The material sheds light on how law, public sentiment, and civic action shaped policy in early Massachusetts.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the controversy surrounding the construction of the Boston and Providence Rail Road through a historic burying ground in Massachusetts. The author delves into the legal, ethical, and moral issues that arose when a private corporation claimed the right to disturb the graves of hundreds of people. The book explores the historical significance of burying grounds and the legal protections afforded to them, shedding light on the ongoing debate about the balance between public and private interests. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332093274_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332093274
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