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NYC.769.053
13-20 Jul 1769:951 (1/12)
(If the weather permits) VAUXHALL GARDEN. This day the 20th
inst.will be performed a magnificent set of FIRE-WORKS, far
exceeding any performance of the kind, ever exhibited in
this city. To be disposed of in the following order, I.
Firing. Eight rockets, which burst to snakes, serpents and
crackers. II. A singular wheel, which will represent a
Turk's Turban, with several changes of fire. III. One wheel
illuminated with different colours and maroons. . . [5 other
types of fireworks described in detail] Music proper for the
entertainment will be prepared. To begin precisely at eight
o'clock, ***Tickets to be had at the door at 2 s. each. N.B.
As Felix Fissour's encouragement has been no ways adequate
to his trouble and expence; he begs leave to acquaint the
ladies and gentlemen that this will be the last time of his
performance here. He humbly thanks those ladies and
gentlemen who have favoured him with their company, and
hopes they will continue their favours one night longer--As
there was many squibs thrown at the last fire-works, to the
great fright of the ladies, constables will be placed there
to prevent it.
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