The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1849-11-29
Th.nksxixinx In the United States.

This day has been ,et apart by a large number Of the
and Thanksgiving for the ippumerable blessings en-
joyed ct the hands Of ALL wire Providence Such ct
least 10 the intent recommendation how far 1t VIII
be observed II yet tn be- though IL Is probable
there Will be atsr quantity of turkeys pumpkin
pies consumed than on any day for year past fog
. year to come
The following States and cities have set apart the
dsy:-
Maine. Vermont. Massachusetts,.
Rhode Island. Connecticut. New York.
New jersey. Delaware. Pennsylvania.
Ohio. Indiana. Illinois.
Iowa Wisconsin. Michigan.
Alabama Louisiana Gsorg "a
Tennessee. Mississippi. Mir o,ySi
Maryland. Virginia. w ashirrton, Civ
New York City. Charleston. 6sltimors WV
Boston. Albany. Ne, Orleans
GOVERNORS PRocr aN.r,ou
By HAMILTON FISH Governor II the state OF New York
sense OF graft, ude to Almighty God for his mn.
manifestations OF goodness during he past wear
calls for public EXPIRE esion Of thanks from people
who have exreritncts the full measure Of blessings
which have been rF.,endsd TO us.
Peace ana qule. have reigned throughout land.
The sbors OF ne husbsndmsn have been rewarded In
the n ture q the fruits az the EARTH Industry has
pursued it accustomed walks in all its varied employ
m.pts AID its vosres have enjoyed honest and we'll
earned ,ewsrds Civil and religious liberty continue
10 be vouchssfed to all within our borders-and the
biss Srgs OF the Gospel extended to all who desire
<fnce, the whole nation In humble dependence, united
In earnest prayer tn Almighty God to withdraw the
sreveus pestience which was rsvasing the land that
visitation has passed and tie blessing Of public health
II restored.
1t becomes grateful and Christian people, to 40
knowledge these merces and TO render thanks their
| bountiful Giver.
do, Therefore, designate Thursday the 20th day Of
November, instant and do recommend its observance
by the people Of this state day Of public Thanks.
giving to Almighty God
| In witness whereof have hereunto signed my
| and affixed the Privy Seal OF the State. at the
Il. 81 city Of Albany, this first day Of November
| thousand eight hundred and forty nine.
| HAMILTON FISH.
| BY order of the Governor,
| RossRT II, MoRRIs Private Secretary.
| MAYORS PROCLAMATION.
Believing that the observance of the time honorec,
custom II setting apart day for special Thanksg wing
to lightly Geo for his b-pehcent Providence toward
will be cordially received by my fellow citizens,
do in conformity with the ndation Of the
Governor of this State respectfully recommend that
the 18th OF November inst be observed for that pur
pose and that I'll" people Suspend their ordinary bus
ness, ana assemble az thsir usual places Of religious
worship for the purpose OF uniting With each other in
Offering their tribute Of praise and Thanksgiving to .he
Author Of all spiritual and good and let such
of us have special Of gratitude TO God mani.
fest IT. not only by the silent emotion Of hearts,
but also by contributing of our substance to the
cessities OF our lees favored fellow citizens.
Given under my hand and the seal of Mayoralty Of
said city, this twenty. seventh day OF November, A.
| d. 1649. C. S WOODHULL. Mayor. .