History of the government of the island of Newfoundland: History of the government of the island of Newfoundland: John Reeves' Chronicles of Governance - Uncovering Newfoundland's PastPrabhat Prakashan, 2021 M01 1 - 262 páginas History of the Government of the Island of Newfoundland by John Reeves: John Reeves presents a comprehensive account of the government and governance of the island of Newfoundland. This historical work delves into the political and administrative structures that shaped the island's development over time. Reeves meticulously traces the evolution of governance, highlighting key events, policies, and figures that influenced Newfoundland's political landscape. "History of the Government of the Island of Newfoundland" serves as a valuable resource for understanding the island's political history and its place in the broader context of colonial governance. Key Aspects of the Book "History of the Government of the Island of Newfoundland by John Reeves": John Reeves was a British lawyer, historian, and politician of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His interest in colonial governance led him to write extensively about the administration of Newfoundland, making significant contributions to the understanding of its political history. |
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... court of civil jurisdiction was established upon principles which, it was thought, would secure the impartial administration of justice to the merchant and the planter, the rich, and the poor, the master, and the fisherman. PART I. PART ...
... court of admiralty, authorizing him to impannel juries, and to make inquiry upon oath, of sundry abuses, and disorders committed every year, among the fishermen upon that coast. Rules. and. regulations. of. the. star-chamber. In the year ...
... court, when found guilty on an indictment or informatio10. Representation. 1708. For. the. sea. commanders. to. command. at. land. The board then proceeded to make a representation to her majesty on the occasion of the before-mentioned ...
... court of admiralty for impanelling jurie13 It seems also, that it was in agitation for the commissioners of the customs to appoint an officer for preventing illicit trade in Newfoundland. The lords of trade were informed from the custom ...
... courts held, wherein were present the commanders of merchants' ships, merchants, and chief inhabitants; and witnesses being examined, it was brought to the following conclusion between the 23d day of August and 23d day of October 1711 ...