An Act for granting to His Majesty an additional Revenue to defray the expense of the War; and to appoint Commissioners to borrow Money for the use of the Province.

  • Province
    Nova Scotia (1758-1825**)
  • Chapter
    52 George III – Chapter 2 (Session 2)
  • Year
    1812
  • Concepts
    Trade Regulation
    Government Revenue
    War of 1812
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    11
  • Description
    This act places an additional duty on wine, rum, and other liquors in order to cover the expense of defending the province during wartime. Provisions regarding the collection of these duties and the borrowing of further funds if the tax increase should not suffice are also included.
  • Source
    Not available