Massachusetts § 49 - Vendors, gaming activities, shows or plays near cattle show, fair or exhibition; gaming
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 49 — Vendors, gaming activities, shows or plays near cattle show, fair or exhibition; gaming, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49. Vendors, gaming activities, shows or plays near cattle show, fair or exhibition; gaming
Section 49. No person, during the time of holding a cattle show, fair or exhibition or meeting of a farmers' club and without the consent of the authorities having charge of the same, shall establish within one half mile of the place of holding such show, fair, exhibition or meeting a tent, booth or vehicle of any kind for the purpose of vending any goods, wares, merchandise, provisions or refreshments. No person shall engage in gaming or horse racing or exhibit a show or play during the regular or stated time of holding a cattle show, agricultural fair or meeting of a farmers' club, or engage in pool selling, at or within one half mile of the place of holding the same; but no person having his regular place of business within such limits shall be hereby required to suspend his business.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 49
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 49 cover?
Section 49 ("Vendors, gaming activities, shows or plays near cattle show, fair or exhibition; gaming") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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