The New Constitution Of The State Of Illinois (1870)

The New Constitution of the State of Illinois (1870) is a historical book published by Sangamo Insurance Company. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Illinois State Constitution that was adopted in 1870. The book contains the complete text of the constitution, along with annotations that explain the meaning and significance of each section.The book begins with an introduction that provides background information on the drafting of the constitution and the political climate of the time. It then goes on to describe the various articles and sections of the constitution, including the Bill of Rights, the structure of the state government, and the powers of the different branches of government.The annotations throughout the book provide valuable context and historical perspective on the constitution. They also highlight important legal cases and controversies that have arisen over the years in relation to specific provisions of the constitution.Overall, The New Constitution of the State of Illinois (1870) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Illinois or the development of state constitutions in general. It provides a detailed and insightful look at the constitution that has shaped the governance of Illinois for over 150 years.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.