Explore North Carolina’s late nineteenth‑century code, with detailed statutes from 1883 that shaped state governance.
This volume presents the enacted laws as of March 2, 1883, organized to cover government administration, agriculture and geology, taxation, public buildings, and the duties of state officers. It’s a practical reference for understanding how the state organized its finances, laws, and public services during this period.
- Delve into the framework of the state’s agriculture department and related industries, including livestock, fertilizers, and agricultural societies.
- See how officers of the state are designated, paid, and held accountable, with sections on comptrollers, treasurers, auditors, and administrative procedures.
- Find laws concerning public revenue, budget practices, and the administration of state funds and bonds.
- Get a window into topics like fisheries, prisons, infrastructure, and education as they were governed in 1883.
Ideal for readers of North Carolina history, legal research, and 19th‑century legislative practice seeking a grounded view of the era’s statutory approach.