Philadelphia.
1799. A great wonder appeared in the city which is called Brotherly Love.—The Aurora (Phila.), Sept. 28.
1835. At Philadelphia, “the city of Brotherly Love,” you are struck with the regularity of the streets,—their numberless handsome mansions,—the lavish use of white and gray marble,—pleasant avenues and squares,—noble public institutions,—markets,—the abundance of water,—and the general attention to dress visible in every one you meet.—C. J. Latrobe, ‘The Rambler in North America,’ i. 32 (N.Y.).
1839. I was now heartily sick of the City of Brotherly Love; which, after such a feat of burglary, however innocent my own part in it, did not seem the safest place in the world for me to remain in.—R. M. Bird, ‘Robin Day,’ i. 171 (Phila.).
1842. Captain Du Solle is rowing us of Gotham up Salt Creek, for the edification of the broad brims of the City of Brotherly Love.—Phila. Spirit of the Times, April 11.
1847. Phil. So here am I, in the City of Brotherly Love, at last again.—J. K. Paulding, ‘American Comedies,’ p. 175 (Phila.).
1850. The city of brotherly love seems still to be disposed to keep up its usual amusements.—Evening Picayune, San Francisco, Nov. 30, p. 1/5.
