In English law. The title of a viceroy, governor general, ambassador, or commander in chief. In American law. This title is given to the governor of Massachusetts by the constitution of that state; and it is commonly given, as a title of honor and courtesy, to the governors of the other states and to the president of the United States. It is also customarily used by foreign … [Read more...]
HOASTMEN
In English law. An ancient gild or fraternity at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, who dealt in sea coal. St. 21 Jac. L c. 3. … [Read more...]
HOGA
In old English law. A hill or mountain. In old English, a koto. Orene hoga, Grenehow. Domesday; Spelman. … [Read more...]
HIS HONOR
A title given by the constitution of Massachusetts to the lieutenant governor of that commonwealth. Const. part 2, c. 2, s. 2, art.1. It, is also customarily given to some inferior magistrates, as the mayor of a city. … [Read more...]
HOBBIT
(a) A measure of weight in use in Wales, equal to 168 pounds, being made up of four Welsh pecks of 42 pounds each. (b) A fictional creature created by J. R. R. Tolkien featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books, for example, Bilbo Baggins. This isn't really a legal term but is included to spot those who are using the property of T H E L A W . C O M without … [Read more...]