Explore Boston's early city government through the Selectmen's Minutes, 1811–1817. This historical volume collects the town’s official decisions, votes, and daily governance as recorded by the Selectmen in the early 1800s, offering a window into how the city managed roads, public works, and public order.
The book frames a period of growth and change in Boston, showing how officers were appointed, funds allocated, and rules shaped urban life. It highlights practical governance—how streets were repaired, how sewers and drains were assessed, and how public safety and infrastructure were organized.
Ideal for readers interested in Boston history, local governance, and the lived experience of early 19th‑century urban administration.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a thorough record of selectmen meetings held in Boston during 1811, offering insight into urban governance in the early days of the American republic. It reveals the complexities of municipal management, the challenges faced by city officials, and the evolution of urban infrastructure and services. Covering issues ranging from road paving and sewer maintenance to the regulation of markets and auctions, it sheds light on the daily operations of a bustling metropolis during a transformative period in American history. The detailed minutes and orders passed by the selectmen provide valuable historical context for anyone interested in the history of urban planning, public policy, and the growth of American cities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333030018_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781333030018
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781333030018
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Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 388 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 26963612/2
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