Citation - Norwich Packet: 1778.11.09

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Index Entry Theatre, in America, suppressed by Congress for moral reasons 
Location Philadelphia 
Citation
NP.778.050
9 Nov 1778:11 (6/267)
In Congress, October 12, 1778.  Whereas true religion and
good morals, are the only solid foundations of public
liberty and happiness.  Resolved.  That it be, and it is
hereby earnestly recommended the several states, to take the
most effectual measures for the encouragement thereof; and
for the suppressing of theatrical entertainments, horse-
racing, gaming, and such other diversions as are productive
of idleness, dissipation, and a general depravity of
principles and manners.
[1 paragraph, signed] Charles Thomson, Secretary.


Generic Title Norwich Packet 
Date 1778.11.09 
Publisher Trumbull, John 
City, State Norwich, CT 
Year 1778 
Bibliography B0033134
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