4365. Homestead Exemption.—It has been truly, as well as eloquently said, that "Women are the Corinthian pillars that adorn and support society; the institutions that protect women throw a shield also around children; and where women and children are provided for, man must be secure in his rights."
4366. From this radical law of society, which makes the best interests of humanity dependent on the integrity and comfort of the Homes of the People, arises the necessity that legislation should protect the sacredness, and insure the safety of the places where women and children dwell. We hope that every State in our broad land will take heed of this paramount duty.
The following extracts exhibit the various qualifications of the Homestead Exemption Laws now in force in the several States named:—
4367. Maine.—A lot of land, a dwelling-house, and out-buildings thereon, or so much thereof as shall not exceed $5000 in value.
4368. Vermont.—The homestead of every housekeeper, or head of a family, to the value of $500, and the yearly products thereof.