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VGW(PA.739.079
30 Nov-7 Dec 1739:32, 41 (174)
Whereas two fairs are appointed to be held in this city
yearly, viz. on the 23d of April, and on the 12th of
December, out of a laudable design to encourage the trade
thereof, and to be a means of promoting a general commerce
or traffick among persons that want to buy or sell, . . .
[38 lines, voluntary contributions make up bounties for
various categories of livestock competition]
And for the entertainment and diversion of all gentlemen
and others, that shall resort thereto, the following prizes
are given to be contended for, at the fair, viz. . . [9
lines]
A pair of silver buckles, value 20s. to be run for by men,
from the College to the capitol. A pair of shoes to be
given to him that comes in second. And a pair of gloves to
the third.
A pair of pumps to be danc'd for by men.
A handsome firelock to be exercis'd for; . . . [20 lines,
other prizes]
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