CHAP. 389.--An ACT to allow John W. Sturgis to erect a wharf on Accohannock creek, in Accomac county.

Approved. March 3, 1886.

1. Be it enacted by the general assembly of Virginia, That John W. Sturgis, of the county of Accomac, be and he is hereby authorized to erect a wharf on Accohannock creek for the purpose of shipping and receiving freight, on or from vessels or steamers, and be subject to all the laws of Virginia governing all wharves erected en the waters of the commonwealth ; and the said John W. Sturgis, his heirs or assigns, shall have the right to charge such compensation for the use of said wharf as may have been agreed upon by and between the parties, or as are usual: provided, that said wharf shall not interfere with navigation: and provided also, that this act shall at all times be under the control of the general assembly, and be amended or repealed, as they may deem proper. Location. Charges.

2. This act shall be in force from its passage. Commencem't.

CHAP. 389.--An ACT to allow John W. Sturgis to erect a wharf on Accohannock creek, in Accomac county.
Acts and Joint Resolutions Passed by the General Assembly of Virginia During the Session of 1885-1886
Richmond, Virginia
1886
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