Citation - Boston Gazette: 1753.05.15

BG.753.008
15 May 1753:12,21 (20)
Paris, March 2. . .  Monsieur Guisrh, Commissary of War,
having sent a boat laden with provisions, to the Island of
Rossa, the inhabitants not only hinder'd the crew from
landing them, but beat them severely into the bargain,
because they were designed for an entertainment of mirth and
grandeur, which the unhappy circumstances of the people in
general renders averse to all balls, operas, and other
publick festivities.