J. M. Falkner, The Code of Ordinances of the City Council of Montgomery 225, § 518 (1879)
Abstract
Prohibited carrying of a concealed Bowie knife, pistol, air gun, slungshot, brass knuckles, or other deadly or dangerous weapon. Punishable by a fine of $1-100.
Summary
[AI GENERATED] The Code of Ordinances of the City Council of Montgomery, as codified by J.M. Falkner in 1879, includes Section 518, which pertains to firearms regulations within the city limits. This section likely addresses specific laws and guidelines governing the possession, carrying, or use of firearms within Montgomery, Alabama, during the late 19th century. Given the historical context, it is probable that this ordinance reflects the prevailing attitudes towards gun control in the post-Civil War era, which often emphasized public safety and order. The section may have outlined restrictions on concealed carry, licensing requirements for firearm ownership, or regulations governing the discharge of firearms within city limits. Further analysis would be necessary to determine the specific provisions and their implications for the citizens of Montgomery during this period.
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CARRY - CONCEALED