A Concise View of the Constitution of EnglandLongman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown, 1808 - 448 pages |
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Page 148
... duties of every relation in life are impartially stated , without respect of persons . The king is " the minister of ... duty to do so , unless such laws militate against the laws of God ; therefore it will be proper to enquire into the ...
... duties of every relation in life are impartially stated , without respect of persons . The king is " the minister of ... duty to do so , unless such laws militate against the laws of God ; therefore it will be proper to enquire into the ...
Page 149
... duty of the king is , doubtless , to govern his people according to law ; the duties of protection and subjection being reciprocal . These mutual duties are what appear to be meant by the original contract between the king and his ...
... duty of the king is , doubtless , to govern his people according to law ; the duties of protection and subjection being reciprocal . These mutual duties are what appear to be meant by the original contract between the king and his ...
Page 191
... duties of the constables , is to keep watch and ward , in order to apprehend all rogues , vagabonds , and night - walkers , and make them give an account of themselves . To assist them in this duty , they may appoint watchmen at their ...
... duties of the constables , is to keep watch and ward , in order to apprehend all rogues , vagabonds , and night - walkers , and make them give an account of themselves . To assist them in this duty , they may appoint watchmen at their ...
Contents
Of the Laws of England | 34 |
Of Countries subject to the Laws of England | 42 |
Of the absolute Rights of Individuals | 52 |
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