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NJG-T.778.026
21 Oct 1778:22 (1/46)
In Congress, October 16, 1778. Whereas frequenting play-
houses and theatrical entertainments, has a fatal tendency
to divert the minds of the people from a due attention to
the means necessary for the defence of their country and
preservation of their liberties:
Resolved, that any person holding an office under the United
States, who shall act, promote, encourage, or attend such
plays, shall be deemed unworthy to hold such officer, and
shall be accordingly dismissed. . . [2 lines, signed] Moses
Young, Secretary to the President of the Congress.
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