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NYP-F.778.016
29 Oct 1778:31 (117)
In Congress, October 16.
Whereas the 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 office,
and shall be accordingly dismissed.
Ordered, that this resolve be published.
A true copy from the journals,
[signed] Moses Young, secretary to the President of
Congress.
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