CHAPTER III. THIRD PERIOD, 1789-1854. -- Character of Second

Charter. -- Causes leading to its passage. -- A modern municipal corporation. -- Supplements. -- Departments. -- Concentration of authority. -- Councils. -- Bicameral system adopted. -- Officers, how appointed or elected. -- Diminishing powers of the mayor. -- Introduction of standing committees. -- Finance. -- Debt. -- Revenue. -- Review of the period.