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...] about HIS HONOR
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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...] about HOBBIT
HIS TESTTBUS
Lat. These being witnesses. The attestation clause in old deeds and charters. … [Read more...] about HIS TESTTBUS
HOBBLERS
In old English law. Light horsemen or bowmen; also certain tenants, bound by their tenure to maintain a little light horse for giving notice of any invasion, or such like peril, towards the seaside. Camden, Brit. … [Read more...] about HOBBLERS
HISTORICAL COST
The original cost of something or the cost that was recording on the books. … [Read more...] about HISTORICAL COST