In Assembly, December 12, 1776 : Whereas there is a necessity of calling upon the Associators of Pennsylvania, at this inclement season, to assist in defending their country, threatened with instant invasion: Resolved, that over and above all encouragement heretofore offered, the following bounties be given to all volunteers ...
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