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"In Council of Safety, Philadelphia, August 27, 1776.
"Whereas a dangerous riot was excited this day, at or
near the barracks of this city, and at the same time a great
violence and abuse offered to the family of Mr˙ Lawrence
Fegan, whereby his wife was wounded, his house robbed,
and his property destroyed to a great amount: In order to
discourage such wicked and mischievous practices for the
future, and to bring the offenders to condign punishment,
the Council of Safety hereby offer a reward of fifty dollars
to any person who shall apprehend and convict the ringleaders and perpetrators of the above-mentioned riot and
robbery.
"By order of the Council:Reward for the Apprehension of the Ringleaders
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"DAVID RITTENHOUSE, Vice President."