A History of Maryland, from Its Settlement, to 1877: With the Constitution of the State, Embellished with Fine Engravings, for the Use of Schools |
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... determine each man's belief . 5. We are not , then , to blame any particular body of Christians for its intolerant spirit , for it was exercised by all denominations alike , —if we Questions . - 3 . What was thought to be a part of the ...
... determine each man's belief . 5. We are not , then , to blame any particular body of Christians for its intolerant spirit , for it was exercised by all denominations alike , —if we Questions . - 3 . What was thought to be a part of the ...
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... determined to seek another land , and to found a new state , where , what hitherto was unknown , conscience should be free , and every man might worship God according to his heart , in peace and perfect se- curity . 4. At first , he ...
... determined to seek another land , and to found a new state , where , what hitherto was unknown , conscience should be free , and every man might worship God according to his heart , in peace and perfect se- curity . 4. At first , he ...
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... determined there to found his colony . He felt satisfied that he had selected a territory possessing all the ele ... determine to found his colony ? 7. When did he return to England ? When , and from whom did he obtain his charter ? Who ...
... determined there to found his colony . He felt satisfied that he had selected a territory possessing all the ele ... determine to found his colony ? 7. When did he return to England ? When , and from whom did he obtain his charter ? Who ...
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... determined to commence , at this place , his first settlement . The ship and pinnace which he had left at St ... determine upon ? 13. What pres- ents did he make ? 14. What did these presents indicate ? 15. What agreement did the Indians ...
... determined to commence , at this place , his first settlement . The ship and pinnace which he had left at St ... determine upon ? 13. What pres- ents did he make ? 14. What did these presents indicate ? 15. What agreement did the Indians ...
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... determined to uphold his claim , and , if possible , drive the colony from the province . 8. To accomplish this he ... determine to do ? 8. What did he fit out ? With what orders ? Who was second in command ? Who commanded the boats of ...
... determined to uphold his claim , and , if possible , drive the colony from the province . 8. To accomplish this he ... determine to do ? 8. What did he fit out ? With what orders ? Who was second in command ? Who commanded the boats of ...
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Page 309 - That excessive bail ought not to be required, nor excessive fines imposed; nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Page 311 - That no religious test ought ever to be required as a qualification for any office of profit or trust in this. State, other than a declaration of belief in the existence of God; nor shall the legislature prescribe any other oath of office than the oath prescribed by this Constitution.
Page 331 - ... provide for the collection of a direct annual tax to pay, and sufficient to pay the interest on such debt as it falls due, and also to pay and discharge the principal of such debt within eighteen years from the time of the contracting thereof.
Page 298 - That the people of this State have the sole and exclusive right of governing themselves, as a free, sovereign, and independent State, and to alter and abolish their constitution and form of government whenever they may deem it necessary to their safety and happiness, provided such change be not repugnant to the Constitution of the United States.
Page 336 - ... undoubted powers of Congress, consistent with the letter and spirit of the Constitution, and therefore, within the meaning of that instrument, " necessary and proper for carrying into execution the powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States.
Page 332 - Any citizen of this state who shall, after the adoption of this Constitution, fight a duel with deadly weapons, or send or accept a challenge to fight a duel with deadly weapons either within this state or out of it, or who shall act as second, or knowingly aid or assist in any manner those thus offending, shall not be allowed to hold any office of profit, or to enjoy the right of suffrage under this Constitution.
Page 330 - The Legislature shall pass general laws providing for the cases enumerated in this section, and for all other cases which in its judgment may be provided for by general laws.
Page 309 - The military shall be subordinate to the civil power. No standing army shall be kept up by this State in time of peace, and no soldier shall, in time of peace, be quartered in any house without the consent of the owner; nor in time of war, except in the manner prescribed by law.
Page 319 - House, agree to pass the bill, it shall be sent, together with the objections, to the other House, by which it shall likewise be reconsidered, and if approved by...
Page 333 - Corporations may be formed under general laws; but shall not be created by special act, except for municipal purposes, and in cases where, in the judgment of the Legislature, the objects of the corporation cannot be attained under general laws. All general laws and special acts passed pursuant to this section, may be altered from time to time or repealed.