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SCGCJ.770.033
15 May 1770:23 (232)
London, March 25. Yesterday the Right Hon. the Lord Mayor,
gave a most splendid entertainment at the Mansion-House, to
a very numerous, though select number of persons of both
houses of Parliament. The Egyptian Hall was illuminated in
the most elegant manner, with the new chandeliers and other
illuminations, which surpassed all description.
Amongst other loyal and patriotic toasts the following,
after silence for each was proclaimed by sound of trumpet,
were drank; and the pieces of music performed, with the
utmost elegance and approbation.
. . . [Toasts]
Coronation Anthem by Mr. Handel.
. . . [Toasts]
Grand Martial Piece by Mr. Rush.
. . . [Toasts]
Full Piece by Mr. Rush.
. . . [Toasts]
Overture by Mr. Handel.
. . . [Toasts]
Full Piece by Mr. Rush.
While the truly noble company were at dinner, they were
serenaded by the most excellent Band of Music, which could
be procured in the Kingdom, and which was conducted by Mr.
Rush.
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