The Thrapston Market Act, 1870
WHEREAS markets and fairs have been held in the town and parish of Thrapston in the county of Northampton without parliamentary authority and restrictions, and the establishment of markets and fairs under proper regulations and management, and an improved market place, market house, and other buildings and conveniences would be of great public and local advantage: And whereas the several persons herein-after named, with others, are desirous of effecting the objects aforesaid, and it is expedi...