Citation - Royal American Gazette: 1783.04.22

RAG.783.011
22 Apr 1783:24 (9/575)
Philadelphia, April 17.  Yesterday morning the sheriff,
accompanied by the magistrates of this city, made
proclamation at the Court-House, of the cessation of
hostilities, amidst a vast concourse of people who expressed
their satisfaction on the happy occasion by repeated shouts. 
At the same time the state flag was hoisted on Market-street
wharf, the bells were rung, and a general joy diffused
itself throughout the city.