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mines of gold, silver, other precious metals,

3. In regard to

etc.

4. For State revenue, the tax not to exceed four mills on the dollar.

5. For county revenue, the tax not to exceed twelve mills on the dollar.

6. An incorporated city or town, there may be a tax not to exceed eight mills on a dollar. 7. Regard to money belonging to the State, county, town, etc. 8. No profit to be made directly or indirectly out of public funds. 9. There shall be a State board composed of State Auditor, Treasurer and Secretary of State.

10. Their duties. 11. All property, except as in this Constitution otherwise provided for, shall be uniformly assessed.

12. What property to be exempt from taxation.

13. No tax to be levied except in

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8. State bonds to be valid must be

indorsed.

ARTICLE XVII.

State Militia.

1. To consist of whom.

2. Equipment and discipline of militia.

3. All militia officers to be commissioned by the Governor.

4. The flag or banner which the militia may carry.

5. The Governor to be commander-in-chief.

ARTICLE XVIII.

Public Lands and Donations.

1. In regard to lands granted to the State.

2. In regard to the proceeds from the sale and rental of lands. 3. Board of Land Commissioners. 4. Legislature shall enact the necessary laws for the sale and leasing of land.

5. In regard to those who have settled upon school lands.

6. If any part of the interest or income of the perpetual school fund is not expended.

ARTICLE XIX.

Miscellaneous.

1. Live stock.-Eight hours a day's work.-Labor on public works. 2. The Legislature shall see that the foregoing provisions are enforced.-Courts of Arbitration. Police powers. Labor contracts.-Arbitration home

steads.

ARTICLE XX.

Amendments.

1. Amendments may be proposed in either branch of the Legislature.

2. If two or more amendments are proposed.

3. A convention to revise or amend this Constitution may be called.

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10. Notice of election to be given. 11. Board of canvassers, to consist of whom.

12. Oath of office to be taken within thirty days after election. 13. The Governor to issue a proclamation convening the Legislature.

14. The Legislature shall pass all necessary laws to carry into effect the provisions of this Constitution.

15. In regard to judges of the Supreme and District Courts.

16. The seals of the Territory are to be the seals of the State. 17. Records and papers of the Probate Court.

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We, the people of the State of Wyoming, grateful to God for our civil, political and religious liberties, and desiring to secure them to ourselves and perpetuate them to our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution.

ARTICLE I.

Declaration of Rights.

Section 1. All power is inherent in the people, and all free governments are founded on their authority, and instituted for their peace, safety and happiness; for the advancement of these ends they have at all times an inalienable and indefeasible right to alter, reform or abolish the government in such manner as they may think proper.

Sec. 2. In their inherent right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, all members of the human race are equal.

Sec. 3. Since equality in the enjoyment of natural and civil rights is made sure only through political equality, the laws of this State affecting the political rights and privileges of its citi zens shall be without distinction of race, color, sex, or any circumstance or condition whatsoever other than individual incompetency, or unworthiness duly ascertained by a court of com petent jurisdiction.

Sec. 4. The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated, and no warrant shall issue but upon probable cause, supported by affidavit, particularly describing the place to be searched or the person or thing to be seized. Sec. 5. No person shall be imprisoned for debt except in cases of fraud.

Sec. 6. No person shall be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law.

Sec. 7. Absolute, arbitrary power over the lives, liberty and property of freemen exists nowhere in a republic, not even in the largest majority.

Sec. 8. All courts shall be open and every person for an injury done to person, reputation or property shall have justice administered without sale, denial or delay. Suits may be brought against the State in such manner and in such courts as the Legislature may by law direct.

Sec. 9. The right of trial by jury shall remain inviolate in criminal cases, but a jury in civil cases in all courts, or in criminal cases in courts not of record, may consist of less than twelve men, as may be prescribed by law. Hereafter a grand jury may consist of twelve men, any nine of whom concurring may find an indictment, but the Legislature may change, regulate or abolish the grand jury system.

Sec. 10. In all criminal prosecutions the accused shall have the right to defend in person and by counsel, to demand the nature and cause of the accusation, to have a copy thereof, to be confronted with the witnesses against him, to have compulsory process served for obtaining witnesses, and to a speedy trial by an impartial jury of the county or district in which the offense is alleged to have been committed.

Sec. 11. No person shall be compelled to testify against himself in any criminal case, nor shall any person be twice put in jeopardy for the same offense. If the jury disagree, or if the judgment be arrested after a verdict, or if the judgment be reversed for error in law, the accused shall not be deemed to have been in jeopardy.

Sec. 12. No person shall be detained as a witness in any criminal prosecution longer than may be necessary to take his testimony or deposition, nor be confined in any room where criminals are imprisoned.

Sec. 13. Until otherwise provided by law, no person shall, for a felony, be proceeded against criminally, otherwise than by indictment, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia when in actual service in time of war or public danger.

Sec. 14. All persons shall be bailable by sufficient sureties, except for capital offenses when the proof is evident or the pre

sumption great. Excessive bail shall not be required nor excessive fines imposed, nor shall cruel or unusual punishment be inflicted.

Sec. 15. The penal code shall be framed on the humane principles of reformation and prevention.

Sec. 16. No person arrested and confined in jail shall be treated with unnecessary rigor. The erection of safe and comfortable prisons, and inspection of prisons, and the humane treatment of prisoners shall be provided for.

Sec. 17. The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended unless, when in case of rebellion or invasion, the public safety may require it.

Sec. 18. The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profes sion and worship without discrimination or preference shall be forever guaranteed in this State, and no person shall be rendered incompetent to hold any office of trust or profit, or to serve as a witness or juror, because of his opinion on any matter of relig ious belief whatever; but the liberty of conscience hereby secured shall not be so construed as to excuse acts of licentiousness or justify practices inconsistent with the peace or safety of the State.

Sec. 19. No money of the State shall ever be given or appropriated to any sectarian or religious society or institution.

Sec. 20. Every person may freely speak, write and publish on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of that right; and in all trials for libel, both civil and criminal, the truth when published with good intent and for justifiable ends shall be a sufficient defense, the jury having the right to determine the facts and the law, under direction of the court.

Sec. 21. The right of petition, and of the people peaceably to assemble to consult for the common good, and to make known their opinions, shall never be denied or abridged.

Sec. 22. The rights of labor shall have just protection through laws calculated to secure to the laborer proper rewards for his service and to promote the industrial welfare of the State.

Sec. 23. The right of citizens to opportunities for education should have practical recognition. The Legislature shall suitably encourage means and agencies calculated to advance the sciences and liberal arts.

Sec. 24. The right of citizens to bear arms in defense of themselves and of the State shall not be denied.

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