Citation - Virginia Gazette-Richmond (Hayes): 1783.05.03

VGR(HA.783.008
3 May 1783:23 (1/72)
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.