The method provided by statute of proceeding against the putative father to secure a proper maintenance for the bastard. … [Read more...] about BASTARDY PROCESS
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BAY
Is an enclosure to keep in the water for the supply of a mill or other contrivance, so that the water may be able to, drive the wheels of such mill. 2. A large open water or harbor where ships may ride, is also called a bay; as, the Chesapeake Bay, the, Bay of New York. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A pond head made of a great height to keep in water for the … [Read more...] about BAY
BANNI, OR BANNITUS
In old law, one under a ban, (q. v.;) an outlaw or banished man. Britt cc. 12, 13; Calvin. … [Read more...] about BANNI, OR BANNITUS
BARBICAN
An ancient word to signify a watch-tower. Barbicanage was money given for the support of a barbican. … [Read more...] about BARBICAN
BARN
estates. A building on a farm used to receive the crop, the stabling of animals, and other purposes. 2. The grant or demise of a barn, without words superadded to extend its meaning, would pass no more than the barn itself, and as much land as would be necessary for its complete enjoyment. … [Read more...] about BARN