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HAPPINESS

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The constitutional right of men to pursue their "happiness" means the right to pursue any lawful business or vocation, In any manner not inconsistent with the equal rights of others, which may increase their prosperity, or develop their faculties, so as to give to them their highest enjoyment. Butchers' Union Co. v. Crescent City Co., Ill U. S. 757, 4 Sup. Ct. 652, 28 L. Ed. … [Read more...]

HARDWARE

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Physical computer equipment. … [Read more...]

HAND-GRITH

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In old English law. Peace or protection given by the king with his own hand. … [Read more...]

HAQUE

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In old statutes. A hand-gun, about three-quarters of a yard long. … [Read more...]

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