[DETROIT]

The Charter of the City of Detroit and Acts of the Legislature relating to the Several Boards, Commissions and Courts of the City of Detroit. [Together with] The General Election Laws

Detroit: Thomas Smith Printing Co., 1893. 8vo. (8 5/8 x 6 inches). 445, 78pp.

Contemporary black cloth, spine gilt, boards blind stamped. Spine chipped. Ink stamp on title-page.

Detroit city charter, encompassing essential laws enacted by the Michigan state legislature related to city governance, complete with a comprehensive index.

This 1893 edition of the Detroit city charter is a significant historical document that outlines the foundational governance structure of Detroit. It includes a comprehensive collection of laws enacted by the Michigan state legislature, which were crucial for the effective operation of the city during a period of rapid growth and industrialization. The charter serves as a formal framework for the city's administration, detailing the powers and responsibilities of various municipal officials and departments. It reflects the legal and political climate of the time, when Detroit was transforming into a major industrial hub, driven by the automobile industry and an influx of immigrants.

Streeter, Michigan 1074.

Item #31416

Price: $200.00