[] Moor. 874.

[k] F.N.B. 80.

[l] Nov. 117. c. 14. & Van Leeuwen in loc.

[m] 1 Sid. 113. 3 Keb. 433.

[n] 2 Lev. 128.

[o] Stra. 1207.

[p] Stra. 478. 875.

These are the chief legal effects of marriage during the coverture; upon which we may observe, that even the disabilities, which the wife lies under, are for the most part intended for her protection and benefit. So great a favourite is the female sex of the laws of England.