An Act to Authorize the formation of Corporations for Manufacturing, Mining, Mercantile, Mechanical, Chemical, or other Purposes. (Passed 12th May, 1856.)

  • Province
    Newfoundland (1833-1867)
  • Chapter
    19 Victoria Chapter 18
  • Year
    1856
  • Concepts
    Natural Resources
    Trade Regulation
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    31
  • Description
    This act allows for the formation of private corporations which focus on various industries, including fishing, sealing, and other natural resource extractions. The act sets various rules for the governance of these future companies which do not yet exist.
  • Source
    Not available