This historical document lays out the original charter and by-laws of the Phoenix Iron Company, one of the most prominent iron manufacturers in the 19th century. It provides insight into the company's structure, governance, and early operations, as well as the legal environment in which it operated. Historians and business enthusiasts alike will find this book fascinating. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.