1-5 Construction of words.
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Words used in this Charter importing singular or plural number shall be construed so that one number includes both; words importing masculine gender shall be construed to apply to feminine gender as well; and the word "person" shall be extended to include persons, firms and corporations; provided, that these rules of construction shall not apply to any part of this Charter containing express provisions excluding such construction, or where subject matter or content is contrary thereto.