Incorporations of Weavers, Baxters, Skinners, Wrights, Coopers, Fleshers, Masons, Gardeners, Barbers, and Bonnetmakers in Glasgow v. Incorporations of Hammermen, Tailors, Cordiners, and Maltmen in Glasgow — Answers, 13 Jun 1775
Glasgow’s first four incorporations filed answers June 13, 1775, rejecting trade reform petitions by citing constitutional balance, historical precedent, and parliamentary ratification of the 1605 Arbitral Decree.