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""New York As An Eighteenth Century Municipality: Prior To 1731"" is a historical book written by Arthur Everett Peterson and originally published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of New York City as a municipality in the 18th century, specifically focusing on the period prior to 1731. The author delves into the political, social, and economic factors that shaped the city during this time, including the impact of British colonialism, the growth of trade and commerce, and the development of the city's infrastructure. Peterson also explores the various institutions and organizations that played a role in governing and managing the city, such as the Common Council, the Board of Aldermen, and the Mayor's Court. Through extensive research and analysis, the author paints a vivid picture of New York City in its early years and sheds light on the complex and dynamic forces that shaped its growth and development. Overall, ""New York As An Eighteenth Century Municipality: Prior To 1731"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York City or the early years of American urbanization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.