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IL.783.102
15 Dec 1783:41 (6/307)
Bushwick, King's county, Nov. 25, 1783. This day their
excellencies Governor Clinton and General Washington with
part of the American Army took possession of the city of
New-York, to the great joy and satisfaction of every friend
to the liberties of this country: On the occasion a number
of gentlemen, of this township, met, and appointed the 2d of
Dec. as the day, and the banks of the East river in full
view of the city, as the place, of rejoicing. The day was
ushered in by hoisting the American flag, and firing a
salute: An ox was roasted, and an entertainment provided to
welcome their brethren who have suffered seven years exile,
and who have sacrificed their all at the shrine of Liberty.
After they had all partook of the feast, a number of
patriotic toasts were drank, attended by a salute, huzzaing
and music. . . [2/3 column description of fireworks in
detail]
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