It is the sixth constitution that the state has had. Introduction the alabama constitution of 1901 was conceived with the ignoble purpose of removing africanamericans from the political process in. A register of the officers and students of the university of. The civil war and its aftermath precipitated a series of crises which brought four conventions in fifteen years. The alabama constitution concentrated power in the legislature. It is frustrating because the alabama constitution does not. Constitution state of alabama as adopted by the constitutional convention september 3rd 1901 alabama on. Constitution of the socialist party of washington 1901.
Preamble article i constitution of the state of texas. As of 2006, there have been 28 amendments to the alaska constitution, which is substantially fewer than in most state constitutions. The english version of the constitution of india, the longest national constitution in the world, is about 117,369 words long, onethird the length of alabamas. In the interim, two other states, alabama on july and georgia on july 21. The constitution of 1901 permits only two methods for reform.
This site offers articles on alabamas famous people, historic events, sports, art, literature, industry, government, plant and animal life, agriculture, recreation, and so much more. To uphold and defend the constitution of the united states of america. The original constitution of the united states consisted of seven articles. Read the fulltext online edition of constitutional development in alabama, 17981901. The alabama constitution is over 12 times as long as the typical state constitution. In these eightytwo years the state held six conventions, or an average of one every fourteen years. Montgomery, alabama, at which a provisional constitution was adopted and a provisional. That was the slogan printed across envelopes sent out by the alabama democratic state campaign committee in the fall of 1901. The tortured history of efforts to revise the alabama constitution of 190 1 william h. Delaware, february 12, 1901 after having rejected the amendment.
We, the people of texas, acknowledging with gratitude the grace of god, in permitting us to make a choice of our form of government, do hereby ordain and establish this constitution. They had used various illegal tacticschiefly ballotbox stuffingto defeat fusionist coalitions of agrarians, populists, and republicans. Amendment 543 ratified alabama constitution alabama. Use this page to navigate to all sections within the alabama constitution of 1901. Draft 1 bylaws of the albany historic district, decatur, al 1 version 1 71115 article i definition of the albany historic district 1. Congress abolished slavery under the th amendment, granted citizenship to former slaves under the 14th amendment, and guaranteed them the right to vote with the 15th amendment. The alabama constitution, in common with all other state constitutions, defines the standard tripartite government. Download and create your own document with alabama form a 4 41kb 1 pages for free. Constitutional amendment election jefferson county, alabama shall the following amendment to the constitution of alabama be adopted. Every male citizen of this state who is a citizen of the united states, and every male resident of foreign birth, who, before the ratification of this constitution, shall have legally declared his intention to become a citizen of the united states, twentyone years old or upwards, not laboring under any of the disabilities named in this article, and possessing the qualifications required by it. Congress abolished slavery under the th amendment, granted citizenship to former.
Welcome to your free, online resource on alabama history. As adopted by the constitutional convention, september 3, 1901, and in effect november 28, 1901. Constitution, except in reference to fixing the time of holding courts, unless notice of the intention to apply. A debate in the alabama constitutional convention of 1901 by horace mann bond i a study of comparative expenditures for the white and negro school children in eleven southern states, made in 1930, shows that in no state did negroes receive the amount of money which a fair distribution would have insured. Draft 1 bylaws of the albany historic district, decatur. Preamble article i, constitution of the state of texas 1869 constitution of the state of texas. Home alabama photographs and pictures collection delegates to the alabama constitutional convention of 1901. Constitution state of alabama as adopted by the constitutional convention september 3rd 1901. Preamble article i constitution of the state of texas 1869. Alabama legislative acts, journals, and constitutions. Acquisition, maintenance and protection of unique lands and water areas.
State debt pursuant to section 2 of the constitution of alabama of 1901, as amended by amendment 26 the constitutional budget amendment the state is prohibited from incurring debt, and the only method by which general obligation debt of the state can be incurred is by an amendment of the constitution. At 310,296 words, the document is 12 times longer than the average state constitution, 44 times longer than the u. Alabama state history lapbook pdf download download. Inside were letters urging the faithful to use their influence in the election scheduled for nov. The legislature of alabama finds that alabama is endowed with a rich diversity of natural areas having unique ecological systems, plant and animal life, geological formations, wildlife habitats, recreational values and scenic beauty. White supremacy, honest elections and the new constitution, one and inseparable. Apr 06, 2019 this work is in the public domain in the united states because it was published before january 1, 1925. Mar 26, 2016 we, the people of the state of alabama, in order to establish justice, insure domestic tranquility and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, invoking the favor and guidance of almighty god, do ordain and establish the following constitution and form of government for the state of alabama. Alabama state constitution of 1901 initial constitution. Index to the code of alabama of 1923, the constitution of 1901, the general and local acts of the legislature of 1927 electronic resource.
Constitution of the socialist party of washington, 1901 constitution of the socialist party of washington 1901 adopted by membership referendum, november 15, 1901 as published in the socialist seattle, whole no. But from 1819 to 1901, constitution making in alabama was a neverending process. Alabama state constitution of 1901 wikisource, the free. Get to know alabama with knowledge box centrals alabama state history lapbook. Reforming alabama s 1901 constitution rick garlikov the birmingham news, and many other newspapers in alabama, have persistently argued for a constitutional convention to be called to replace the outdated 1901 state of alabama constitution with one more conducive to solving contemporary problems. The 155 delegates to the alabama constitutional convention of 1901 codified black disfranchisement and increased the political power of the state legislature at the expense of local government. Section 244 giving free passes or discount tickets to members of legislature or officers exercising judicial functions. The alabama constitution is about 40 times as long as the united states constitution.
That all navigable waters shall remain forever public highways, free to the citizens of the state and the united states, without tax, impost or toll. Constitution of the state of mississippi to any religious sect or mode of worship. The english version of the constitution of india, the longest national constitution. Section 56 members of the legislature shall, in all cases, except treason, felony, violation of their oath. Constitution of alabama section 1 equality and rights of men. Parca has compiled a summary of each of the 14 amendments that will appear on the ballot statewide. To link to this object, paste this link in email, im or document to embed this object, paste this html in website. Section 24 navigable waters declared free public highways. Reforming alabamas 1901 constitution rick garlikov the birmingham news, and many other newspapers in alabama, have persistently argued for a constitutional convention to be called to replace the outdated 1901 state of alabama constitution with. Constitution specifies the powers possessed by the national government, although these are very broad, and leaves all other powers to the states or to the people. A register of the officers and students of the university of alabama, 1831 1901.
Section 177 age and citizenship qualifications of electors. Proposed amendment which applies statewide proposed statewide amendment number one 1 proposing an amendment to the constitution of alabama of 1901, to authorize the legislature to provide a retirement program. A register of the officers and students of the university of alabama, 18311901. The document with 357,157 words is 12 times longer than the average state constitution and 40 times longer than the u. To link to the entire object, paste this link in email, im or document to embed the entire object, paste this html in website to link to this page, paste this link in email, im or document to embed this page, paste this html in website. Section 25 right to peaceably assemble and petition for redress of grievances, etc. The constitutional charter of 1814 by milly chow on prezi. A comparison of the alabama constitution and the united sates constitution is both interesting and frustrating. Alabama state constitution of 1901 wikisource, the free online library. Longest constitution in the world alabamas constitution currently has 799 amendments. Index to the code of alabama of 1923, the constitution of. The constitution consists of a preamble and 15 articles.
The state shall not engage in works of internal improvement, nor lend money or its credit in aid as such, except as may be authorized by the constitution of alabama or amendments thereto. Alabama state constitution of 1901initial constitution. It is 12 times longer than the average state constitution, making it virtually impossible to read and get a printed copy of. Alabama state constitution of 1901initial constitution wikisource. Constitution of 1901 was ratified in one of the most corrupt elections in alabama history. Direct, partisan, secret, free elections are provided for filling all branches. As adopted by the constitutional convention, september 3rd, 1901. It was adopted in 1901 and is the sixth constitution that the state has had. It has been amended 27 times in the 216 years since it was ratified and now consists of approximately 7550 words. Browse all sections of alabama constitution of 1901 in findlaw. This work is in the public domain in the united states because it was published before january 1, 1925. Amendment 772 to the alabama constitution section 94.
The alabama department of archives and history was founded in 1901 and became a model for many other states. Inside were letters urging the faithful to use their influence in. Text is available under the creative commons attributionsharealike license. A new alabama constitution the sixth was adopted in 1901. Every male citizen of this state who is a citizen of the united states, and every male resident of foreign birth, who, before the ratification of this constitution, shall have. Courtesy of the alabama department of archives and history. Introduction the alabama constitution of 1901 was conceived with the ignoble purpose of removing africanamericans from the political process in this state. Delegates to the alabama constitutional convention of 1901. The albany historic district, hereinafter referred to as albany, is an area in the city of decatur, alabama, the geographical area of which is. Journal of the alabama constitutional convention, 1901. The laws that prohibited african americans and poor whites from voting in 1901 still remain in the constitution today. Listen to an audio version of this column jason bakers column from wednesday, alabama statewide amendment 3 could be a slippery slope, warns against the possible dangers to alabamans right to keep and bear arms due to the wording of the proposed amendment to the states constitution. Sons of the american legion preamble to the constitution proud possessors of a priceless heritage, we male descendants of veterans of all wars, associate ourselves together as sons of the american legion for the following purposes. An analysis of proposed statewide amendments to the alabama.
Analysis of proposed statewide amendments for the november 8 general election when alabama voters go to the polls on november 8, they will be asked to consider adding 35 more amendments to the alabama constitution. Constitution of 1901 was drawn up to continue to keep taxes low and governmental services minimal. An analysis of proposed statewide amendments to the. Preamble we, the people of the state of alabama, in order to establish justice, insure. Executive power is vested in the governor of alabama, legislative power in the alabama state legislature bicameral, composed of the alabama house of representatives and alabama senate, and judicial power in the judiciary of alabama. This complete constitution has been generated from excerpts of texts from the repository of the. The constitution of the state of alabama is the basic governing document of the u. The basic rights of alaskas citizens are established at the beginning of the alaska constitution.
Effects how it came to be successors of louis artistic and intellectual freedom free press economic and social gains were protected only the wealthy were allowed to vote the constitutional charter of 1814 the charter was created by louis xviii in response to political pressures. Commentaries on the constitution of the commonwealth of australia. The included statespecific study guide provides background material, historical notes, and other factual information. Some interesting facts about alabamas constitution. Sons of the american legion preamble to the constitution. A register of the officers and students of the university. Justia us law alabama law alabama constitution alabama constitution. Index to the code of alabama of 1923, the constitution of 1901, the general and local acts of the legislature of 1927 electronic resource responsibility prepared by hon. This lapbook is designed for students in grades k8, and includes both a study guide as well as lapbook pages in a single pdf download.
In the late 1890s, after overcoming serious challenges to their power, alabama democratic politicians decided to take decisive action. Amendment 543 ratified alabama constitution alabama law. A study in politics, the negro, and sectionalism 1955. The rights hereby secured shall not be construed to justify acts of licentiousness injurious to morals or dangerous to the peace and safety of the state, or to. To guarantee that the propertied classes stayed in power the vote was taken away from many poor whites and african americans.
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