Document, 1779 April 10

Title
Document, 1779 April 10
Library Location
Library of Congress
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
New Hampshire. Committee of Safety (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
1779 April 10
Physical Description
2
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Proclamation of John Jay as President of Congress issued on 20 March 1779 setting aside first Thursday in May as day of fasting. Issued by New Hampshire Committee on 10 April 1779 to the "several worshipping Assemblies" in the State "to whom it is recommended religiously to observe the same." Signed by M. Weare, President/Committee of Safety/.
Identifier
columbia.jay.10364