Chap. 316.-An ACT to authorize John D. Armstrong to erect a dock, pier, or
watch-house upon his oyster ground in James River.
Approved May 20, 1903.

1. Be it enacted by the general assembly of Virginia, That John D.
Armstrong be, and: he is hereby, authorized and empowered to erect a
dock, pier, or watch-house upon the oyster ground rented by him from the
State of Virginia, which said oyster ground is located in the James river,
in the county of Nansemond, and is between Hoffler’s creek and Pig
Point: provided, however, that said dock, pier, or watch-house shall not
obstruct navigation, and shall be subject to the laws of this Common-
toa governing wharves, docks, or piers erected in the waters of this

tate.

2. This act shall be in force from its passage.