City Council ordinances, 1722.

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City Council ordinances, 1722.

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This collection consists of three ordinances passed by the Philadelphia Common Council, mayor, recorder, and alderman in 1722. Ordinances concern controlling the dog population in the city, preventing "mischief or damage that may happen by Waggoners Carters and Draymen," and ensuring that citizens ride through the city streets at appropriate speeds.

[4] p. ; 39 cm.

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

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The Select and Common Councils of Philadelphia comprised the legislative branch of city government from 1691 until 1919. The councils were responsible for building and maintaining the city's infrastructure and enacting legislation. From the description of Petitions to the Select and Common Councils, 1783-1868, bulk 1800-1821. (Historical Society of Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 61748833 From the description of Petitions to the Council of Philadelphia, 1783-1868, bulk ...