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A statement that an affiant "firmly believes" the contents of the affidavit Imports a strong or high degree of belief, and is equivalent to saying that he "verily" believes it. Bradley v. Eccles, 1 Browne (Pa.) 258; Thompson v. White, 4 Serg. & R. (Pa.) 137. The operative words in a bond or recognizance, that the obligor is held and "firmly bound," are equivalent to an … [Read more...] about FIRMLY

Belonging to the fisc, or public treasury. Relating to accounts or the management of revenue. Fiscal agent. This term does not necessarily mean depositary of the public funds, so as, by the simple use of it in a statute, without any directions in this respect, to make it the duty of the state treasurer to deposit with him any moneys in the treasury. State v. Dubuclet, 27 La. … [Read more...] about FISCAL

A measure of capacity equal to nine gallons. The word firkin is also used to designate a weight, used for butter and cheese, of fifty-six pounds avoirdupois. … [Read more...] about FIRKIN

In old English law. Liberty to scour and repair a milldam, and carry away the soil, etc. Blount … [Read more...] about FIRMURA

The 12 month period used by a business other than the calendar year (January 1 - December 31.) While most businesses are required to use the calendar year for taxes, in some circumstances it is possible to use the fiscal year if there is good reason to have why it is more appropriate. … [Read more...] about FISCAL ACCOUNTING PERIOD