Balesh v. Hot Springs

Hart, C. J.,

(after stating the facts). Counsel for the plaintiff attacks the constitutionality of the act under Avhich the ordinance ' prohibiting him from selling his goods, wares or merchandise at auction Avas passed, on the ground that it is in violation of § 2 of our Bill of Bights, which reads as follows: “All men are created equally free and independent, and have certain inherent and inalienable rights, amongst which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty; of acquiring, possessing and protecting property and reputation; and of pursuing their own happiness. To secure these…