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An Act to prevent the Importation or Spreading of Infectious Distempers within this Province. Passed the 8th February, 1799.

Original Act
Transcribed Act
  • Province
    New Brunswick (1786-1867)
  • Chapter
    39 George III Chapter 8
  • Year
    1799
  • Concepts
    Public Health
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
    Local
    International/Internationale
  • Number of Articles
    7
  • Description
    This act places restrictions on ships entering New Brunswick from American ports with outbreaks of contagious diseases, and establishes penalties for those who violate them.
  • Source
    Early Canadiana Online
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