Delaware § 5103 - Definitions of special units of measure.
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§ 5103. Definitions of special units of measure.
The term “barrel,” when used in connection with fermented liquor, shall mean a unit of 31 gallons. The term “ton” shall mean a unit of 2,000 pounds avoirdupois weight. The term “cord,” when used in connection with wood intended for fuel purposes, shall mean the amount of wood that is contained in a space of 128 cubic feet when the wood is ranked and well stowed.
6 Del. C. 1953, § 5103; 53 Del. Laws, c. 187, § 3;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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