Acts of the State of Tennessee Passed at the General Assembly

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S.C. Mercer, printer to the state, 1875 - Law
 

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Page 284 - We declare that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights: that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; that all power is inherent in the people; and that all free governments are. and of right ought to be, founded on their authority, and instituted for their peace, safety, and well being. For the advancement of these ends, the people have at all times an indefeasible right to alter and reform their government.
Page 277 - The Legislature of each State which is chosen next preceding the expiration of the time for which any Senator was elected to represent such State in Congress, shall, on the second Tuesday after the meeting and organization thereof, proceed to elect a Senator in Congress.
Page 195 - State for the protection of policy holders, or otherwise, or any payment for taxes, fines, penalties, certificates of authority, license fees, or otherwise, greater than the amount required for such purposes from similar companies of other States by the then existing laws of this State, then, and in every...
Page 237 - ... and shall take, transport, and discharge such passengers and property at, from, and to such places, on the due payment of tolls, freight, or fare, legally authorized therefor.
Page 177 - Tennessee, and by that name shall have perpetual succession; shall sue and be sued, plead and be impleaded in all the courts of law and equity...
Page 231 - ... to establish by-laws and make all rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the laws and constitution, deemed expedient for the management of corporate affairs...
Page 100 - All property shall be taxed according to its value, that value to be ascertained in such manner as the Legislature shall direct, so that taxes shall be equal and uniform throughout the State.
Page 258 - a copy, duly certified by the Secretary of State, under the great seal of the state of Ohio, shall be evidence of the existence of such association.
Page 293 - That a committee of three on the part of the house, and two on the part of the senate...
Page 277 - ... joint assembly, a majority of all the members elected to both houses being present and voting, shall be declared duly elected...

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