""Powers of Municipalities: A Discussion"" is a book written by Allen Ripley Foote and published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive discussion of the powers and functions of municipalities, with a focus on the legal and political aspects of their governance. The author examines the historical development of municipal powers in the United States, and explores the legal and constitutional framework that governs municipal decision-making. The book also explores the practical challenges that municipalities face in exercising their powers, including issues related to taxation, public services, and land use. Overall, ""Powers of Municipalities: A Discussion"" is an important resource for anyone interested in understanding the role of local government in American society, and the legal and political challenges that municipalities face in carrying out their responsibilities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.