Another installment from the 1806 Philadelphia YM discipline:
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                             TAVERNS

     WE think it necessary to caution, not only the youth, but
those of riper age, to avoid the unnecessary frequenting of
taverns, and other places of public resort; that they be not
exposed to noisy company, and unprofitable conversation; or
betrayed into the use of strong liquors, by which so many have
been corrupted both in principle and practice, to the ruin of
themselves and their families.  And if any are in danger on these
accounts, it is desired that they may be timely and tenderly
treated with in order to convince them of their danger.--1746.
     Considering the temptations and snares which they are
exposed to, who keep houses of public entertainment or beer-
houses, the corrupting influence of many who resort to them, and
its effect on the children and families so exposed; it is the
judgment of this meeting, that our members avoid engaging in such
employments for a livelihood; and attend to the pointings of pure
wisdom for that end.--1777
     And it is desired, that Friends may endeavour, as far as
their influence extends in the community, to prevent the
unnecessary increase of taverns, and be cautious of signing
petitions in behalf of those who may apply for licences on that
account.--1738
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Next week: TESTIMONIES OF DENIAL AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Licia Kuenning
Friends of Truth/Glenside Friends Meeting/Quaker Heritage Press