Citation - Virginia Gazette-Williamsburg (Hu): 1766.07.04

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Index Entry Ball, in Newtown, in Princess Anne County, for repeal of Stamp act 
Location Newtown 
Citation
VGW(HU.766.054
4 Jul 1766:21, 22 (789)
At Newtown, in Princess Anne County, on Thursday the 26th of
June, the principal gentlemen, . . . celebrated their joy on
the happy repeal of the Stamp Act, by repairing to the
Rising Sun Tavern, where an elegant entertainment was
provided. . . [10 lines, toasts]  The evening concluded with
an elegant ball, at which was present a numerous company of
ladies and gentlemen, who made a genteel appearance; and in
every face appeared demonstrations of loyalty, and joy, on
the happy occasion.


Generic Title Virginia Gazette-Williamsburg (Hu) 
Date 1766.07.04 
Publisher Purdie, Alex., and John Dixon 
City, State Williamsburg, VA 
Year 1766 
Bibliography B0048290
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