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Metropolitan Police Act 1839
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34. Superintendent, &c. having just cause to suspect felony may enter on board vessels and take up suspected persons.Previous MatchNext Match
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38. Penalty on keeping fairs open within forbidden hours.Previous MatchNext Match
39. Fairs within the metropolitan police district may be inquired into. If declared unlawful, booths, &c. to be removed.Previous MatchNext Match
40. On entering into recognizance, question as to right of title to fair may be tried in the Queen’s Bench.Previous MatchNext Match
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