THE FREEMAN'S JOURNAL, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, May 8, 1782

* House of Commons wants to end the War
* Revolutionary war original

Page 2 contains nearly a full column on the subject of rights to land in America, which includes in part:

* ...If Great Britain had no right to the soil, for what did we spend our blood & treasure last war? Was it for a mere bubble?...Be ashamed of your conduct, Common Sense, do not debase yourself, do not join in such unjust measures & clear your hands from the bribe which you have acknowledged yourself to have received...

and further on is: "

* ..If Great Britain had any right to the lands, it has devolved to the United States. If Great Britain had none, then the United States likewise have none...

Pg. 2 has an item from the House of Commons which includes: "...the opinion of this house not to prosecute the war on the continent of America any longer by force, but to avail themselves of his majesty's late gracious declaration in favour of the colonies to bring about peace and tranquility." and further discussion on subsequent days on the debate to end the war with America (see photos).

There are many other reports on page 2 which relate to the end of the war, as seen in the photos below.  The back page is entirely taken up with ads. Very nice, clean condition.