Committee chamber, New-York, November 3d, 1775. : Whereas the Provincial Congress, in order that the duration of their power might be limited to a short period …

Revolutionary Era broadsides, 1775-1783

[New York, N.Y.]

[Printed by John Holt]

1775-11-03
[1775]

1 sheet ([1] p.) ; 40 x 26 cm

Announcing that representatives to the Provincial Congress are to be elected in May of 1776, and nominating a slate of candidates. Signed: By order of the committee, Henry Remsen, deputy chairman. Followed by: "Friends, brethren, and fellow country men, In this day of trial, at this great and important period ... the following is a list of such gentlemen as is believed would answer the general expectations and wishes of the people ...; signed: Philelutheros; followed by 21 names. Ascribed to the press of John Holt by Evans. References: Evans 14335.

Broadsides -- SY1775 no.89
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New York (Colony). Provincial Congress--Elections, 1776

New York (State)--Politics and government--1775-1783

broadsides (notices)

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