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VGW(PA.739.072
26 Oct-2 Nov 1739:41 (170)
Williamsburg, Nov 2. Tuesday last, being the anniversary of
His Majesty's birth day. it was observ'd here, with great
decency and respect. In the morning, the flag was display'd
at the Capitol. At noon the great guns at the Governor's,
were thrice discharg'd. And in the evening the Governor's
House, the college, several gentlemens, and other houses,
were beautifully illuminated. His Honour the Governor
entertained a great number of gentlemen and ladies at his
house, with a ball, and an elegant supper. And the night
was concluded with great demonstrations of joy, suitable to
the happy occasion, and agreeable to the distinguish'd
loyalty of this colony in general, to His Majesty, and His
illustrious family.
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