Documents Relating to the Colonial History of State of New Jersey, Vol. 13: Journal of the Governor and Council, Vol. I. 1682-1714 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Frederick William Ricord

 
9781331933366: Documents Relating to the Colonial History of State of New Jersey, Vol. 13: Journal of the Governor and Council, Vol. I. 1682-1714 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Delve into a window from colonial America with this primary source journal.

This volume compiles the Governor and Council’s proceedings from early 18th-century New Jersey, offering firsthand insights into governance, law, and civic life during the proprietary era. Readers will encounter official debates, appointments, oaths, and the daily work of running a province at a pivotal moment in North American history.

  • See how colonial officials addressed taxes, courts, and the administration of justice.
  • Read about oaths, allegiances, and the formalities that underpinned government.
  • Explore references to local towns, land petitions, and the interplay between colonial authorities and the Crown.
  • Get a sense of the pacing and procedure of early colonial governance through authentic minutes and motions.
Ideal for researchers, students, and history enthusiasts who want a close-up look at early New Jersey governance, law, and administration, as captured in the original records.

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9780266232513: Documents Relating to the Colonial History of State of New Jersey, Vol. 13: Journal of the Governor and Council, Vol. I. 1682-1714 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0266232515 ISBN 13:  9780266232513
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017
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