Petition from Philadelphia further considered

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Post Meridian, May 9, 1775 — The House resumed the consideration of the Petition from the inhabitants of the City and Liberties of Philadelphia, and after some time spent therein, adjourned to three o' clock, P˙ M.

Upon motion, the House resumed the consideration of the Draught of Instructions to the Deputies for this Province, brought in at the last sitting, which being considered, and, after some alterations, agreed to by the House, was ordered to be transcribed.

A Petition from the Committee of the City and Liberties of Philadelphia, respecting engagements they have entered into for the publick security, whereby a considerable debt hath accrued, which cannot be discharged without the aid of the Legislature, was presented to the House and read.

Ordered to lie on the table.