Chap. 453.— An ACT to allow W. P. Wilson and W.T. Fergusson to erect a pier or
wharf at Fergusson’s wharf, in James river.
Approved February 26, 1896.
1. Be it enacted by the general assembly of Virginia, That W.
P. Wilson and W. T. Fergusson, of the county of Isle of Wight, be
authorized to erect a pier or wharf on James river, opposite the lands
of T. N. Jones, for the purpose of shipping lumber, cord wood, and
other products for themselves and others, and may charge for the
same such sum or sums as the county court of Isle of Wight may
allow; provided the said pier or wharf shall not obstruct navigation
in said river.
2. This act shall be in force from its passage.