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State of Massachusetts-Bay. In the House of Representatives, August 8, 1777
Whereas by the loss of the important fortress of Ticonderoga, a way is open to the ravages of our cruel and inveterate enemies ... Resolve, that one sixth part of the able-bodied men in the training band and alarm list, now at home ... march ... to reinforce the American army
"In Council, August 9, 1777. Read and concurred. .." - Imprint supplied by Evans.
Reproduction of original from Boston Public Library.