Harry Toulmin, A Digest of the Laws of the State of Alabama 627 (1823)
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§ 4: Prohibited any "slave" from keeping or carrying any gun, powder, shot, club, weapon, or ammunition.
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[AI GENERATED] A Digest of the Laws of the State of Alabama by Harry Toulmin is a comprehensive compilation of Alabama's laws at the time of its publication in 1823. As one of the earliest and most influential legal treatises on Alabama law, it provides insight into the state's early development and governance. The digest covers various aspects of Alabama law, including property rights, civil procedure, and criminal justice. Toulmin's work is significant not only for its historical value but also as a reflection of the evolving American legal system during the early 19th century. As a prominent figure in Alabama's early history, Toulmin's contributions to the state's legal framework are still studied by historians and legal scholars today.
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ENSLAVED PERSONS & OTHER MINORITIES