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PGCJ.769.017
19 Aug 1769:21 (293)
Extract of a letter from Paris, dated June 9. . . Yesterday
se'nnight a grand ball and entertainment, of equal
singularity and magnificence, was given by Commodore
Gambier, on board his majesty's ship Yarmouth, at Chatham
[?] were present the principal officers of the army, navy,
and marines, with their ladies, Commissioner Hanway and his
lady, with the principal officers of the dock-yard, together
with many other gentlemen and ladies. There were
transparent pictures of his majesty and his amiable consort,
with the British arms, and the Corsican hero at full length,
exhibited upon the quarter deck, which inspired the hearts
of the company with the genuine sentiments of loyalty,
heroism, and liberty. The ball was opened with a double
minuet, by the Commodore, with the Commissioner's lady on
one side of the quarter deck, and Captain Pitcairne, with
the Commodore's lady, on the other. An elegant cold
collation refreshed the company about twelve; after which
the dancing re-commenced, and continued till about three in
the morning, when the company withdrew.
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