September 26, 1842
Nauvoo, Illinois
Nauvoo City Ordinances: Called for the election of a Notary Public for the City of Nauvoo. Legalized the immediate killing of any animal or dog that may be rabid, and established a one thousand dollar fine against the owner of a rabid animal. Gave authority to the Municipal court to issue writs of attachment against persons who may commit a contempt of the court.
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Sustaining the Law: Joseph Smith's Legal Encounters Gordon A. Madsen, Jeffrey N. Walker, and John W. Welch,
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