hort, ascribe all the supernatural
events of the day, which are very numerous, to imagination or fraud,
will doubtless, after a short time, by the lapse whereof the
recollection of the fact shall have been weakened, dispute or deny the
truth of the Chelsea Ghost, and attribute the authentic narrative
thereof to the incredible WALKER.
Lest, therefore, the memory of this so wonderful Apparition should
perish, and in order that, on the contrary, its fame may endure for
ages, we have decreed to erect a Spirituous Establishment, in the
immediate vicinity of the house wherein it took place, namely, in Pond
Street, Chelsea, to be called and known by the name and sign of the
Ghost and Goblet, which all are invited to frequent, and partake of the
refreshment of spirits.
Beneath the edifice to be reared under these auspices, there will be
provided a subterranean retreat, bearing the name of The Shades, in
further allusion to the miracle which it is intended to commemorate.
A confraternity of the Ghost and Goblet has already been formed for the
purpose of celebrating with an appropriate banquet the approaching
Festival of Michaelmas. Additional Members may be enrolled at 6_d._ per
week each.
The following indulgences are promised to those who repair to the
Hostelry of the Ghost and Goblet with the usual dispositions:--
Unlimited indulgence in Roast Goose, on the aforesaid Festival of
Michaelmas, which will also be the Anniversary of the Foundation, on
condition of eating with the goose an optional quantity of mashed
turnip, in order to signify the demolition of that Lantern to which
profane scepticism would refer supernatural appearances.
Indulgence in brandy, gin, rum, Hollands, and whiskey; in superior ale,
porter, and stout; and in genuine foreign wines and liqueurs--to any
extent, on condition of ringing the bell, or calling the waiter, and
repeating the proper order for the liquor as often as may be requisite.
Indulgence in tea and shrimps.
Indulgence in tobacco for any term of hours; the hostelry remaining
open.
Indulgence of the same duration in the amusement afforded by a good dry
skittle ground.
Indulgence above stairs in the exercise of dancing; on condition of
executing the proper movements to the tune of "_Pop goes the Weasel_,"
or whatsoever other measure may be prescribed by popularity.
Indulgence in the delights of harmony in the Shades below: on condition
of expressing a desire for refreshm
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