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NHG-P.781.017
27 Oct 1781:32,33 (26/1304)
[Newport] . . . The above great and glorious intelligence
[surrender of Cornwallis] was received in town the last
evening, by express to Col. Langdon, and immediately
announced to the public by the discharge of cannon, ringing
of bells, illuminations, and ever other token of joy that
grateful hearts could demonstrate. This morning was
likewise usher'd in by the discharge of cannon from the
fortresses and the shipping in the harbour, the display of
colours, and the ringing of bells, &c. . .
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