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William Temple Franklin Papers |
1775-June 1782 |
ca.2.25 lin. feet |
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Williams, Jonathan, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 May 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 1 |
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On his departure from London with Franklin for America. News of friends.
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Woolford, Mrs. D..
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 July 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 2 |
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Referring to the kind reception William Temple Franklin received from his father (Gov. William Franklin) on arriving in America.
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Elphinston, James.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 July 31 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 3 |
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Giving advice to William Temple Franklin; hopes he will return to England to complete his education.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Sept. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 4 |
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Giving his son advice about his studies. Several references to his father, Benjamin Franklin.
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Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Sept. 25 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 5 |
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Sending items of news about friends and acquaintances. Tells of the Major's [?] marriage.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Oct. 9 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 6 |
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Inquiring about his son's studies, his health, etc. Advice about letter writing.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Oct. 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 7 |
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Refers to the dancing and fencing schools. Has a translation of Livy, but thinks his son should not use one.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Oct. 30 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 8 |
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Refers to a barrel of oysters Mrs. Franklin is sending to him. Wishes to know when his father is expected home.
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Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin |
1775 Nov. 9 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 9 |
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Refers to articles of dress purchased for her Mrs. [Richard] Bache. Items of local news about mutual friends and acquaintances.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 Jan. 22 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 10 |
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Complains of the abuse he and his wife have been subjected to recently. Speaks of his difficult situation. The indignities he has received. Much concerned about his wife who has no relatives in this country; refers to slights she has received from his own relatives. Wants a copy of "Common Sense" [by Thomas Paine, Philadelphia, 1776].
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 Feb. 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 11 |
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Is surprised that all his friends did not hear of reports spread about him. Refers to money matters; tells his son to be economical, as he has little to give him. Wishes a copy of the 3d edition of "Common Sense."
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 March 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 12 |
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Is greatly concerned about his father's proposed journey to Canada. Thinks it ill-advised and dangerous. Requests his son to send him several political pamphelts. Advises him not to neglect his studies in Latin and French.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 March 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 13 |
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Giving his son directions how to come to Amboy when he gets his holidays. Refers to money matters between him, his son and Mr. [Richard] Bache.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 May 8 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 14 |
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Reproves his son for spending his allowance too fast. Asks for certain numbers of the "[Pennsylvania] Evening Post" and "Pennsylvania Ledger."
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 May 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 15 |
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Encloses a due note to be given to Mr. [Richard] Bache for collection from Mr. Hooper.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 June 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 16 |
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Reproves his son for imprudent spending of his allowance. Is glad to hear of his father's safe return; would be glad to hear that he had resolved to quit all public business. Requests several copies of pamphlet "Strictures on Common Sense." [True Interest of America Impartially Stated, in certain Strictures, on a Pamphlet entitled Common Sense. By an American (Charles Inglis), Philadelphia, 1776.]
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 June 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 17 |
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Reproaches his son for not being more punctual in attending to his orders. Anxious to hear how his father is after his recent journey.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 June 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 18 |
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Has been ordered to set out, under guard, for Princeton. Was suffering from a high fever; his departure postponed for a day. Bids adieu to his son.
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Davenport, Josiah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 July 7 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 19 |
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Stoppage of the stage service. Cannot forward newspapers to Mrs. [Elizabeth] Franklin.
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Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 July 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 20 |
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Speaks of his approaching visit to her. Requests him to bring her some money from Mr. [Richard] Bache. Alludes to her troubles and fears.
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Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 Oct. 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 21 |
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Refers to his return to Philadelphia. Encloses two letters for friends in that city.
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Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin |
1776 Oct. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 22 |
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Is anxious to hear what is the advantageous offer made to him by his grandfather. Complains bitterly that her letters to her husband are not allowed to pass.
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Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1776. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 123 |
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Will not go to Mr. [Joseph] Galloway's till Sunday. He can go there directly or go to Burlington.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1776. |
A. N. S. 1p. |
CVIII, 27 |
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Advises him to see Chevalier de Ferrière's house at once and rent it, if it suits him.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1777 June 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 23 |
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Wishes to pay Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson £55 which he owes her. Requests him to attend to the transaction. Wishes three or four of Dr. Franklin's profiles which Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont has has made at his Fayence factory.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1777 June 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 24 |
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Requesting William Temple Franklin to execute a few private commissions for him in Paris.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1777 Aug. 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 25 |
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Had expected to see him and Doctor Franklin at Nantes. Inquires if the plan has been given up.
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1777 Aug. 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
VI, 187 |
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Sends a packet of his grandfather; bids him good-bye; asks to be remembered to Mr. [Silas] Deane, who must appoint a day to see his cannon at the arsenal.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1777 Nov. 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 27 |
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With reference to draft for £55 payable to Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson.
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Rouland, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1777 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVIII, 5 |
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Tells of cost of making a vat for experiments with different kinds of air or gar.
In French.
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Izard, Ralph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Feb. 15 |
AN in 3d person, 1p. |
CI, 28 |
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Thanks him for news sent, but would have wished it had been confirmed by letters.
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Lee, Arthur.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 March 3 |
AN in 3d person, 1p. |
CI, 29 |
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Requests a copy of the last general letter.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 March 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 30 |
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An account of his journey from Paris. Met Mr. [John] Adams at Angoulê"me. Embargo placed on English vessels a great loss to the latter; French and neutral vessels now getting all the West India trade.
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Williams, Jonathan, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 March 21 |
ALS, 5p. |
CI, 32 |
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Gives his opinion of the bills passed in England with regard to America. States what he considers the only terms acceptable to America.
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Unidentified recipient.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 April 4 |
A. L. 1p. |
XLIV, 138 |
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Expects Franklin to dinner. Would like him to remain for tea. Requests him, if he has any favorite tea, to bring some in his pocket. Would like Mme. Brillon to come also.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 April 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 33 |
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Will send a couple of rifles at first opportunity. The pistols are designed for use by cavalry and not fit for an affair of honor.
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Coder, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
IX, 109 |
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Begging him to find the plan of Gibraltar which was submitted to Dr. Franklin by M. [Barbeu] Dubourg, and to give it to his servant; desires news of Mr. [Jonathan] Williams [Jr.]'s health.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 6 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 34 |
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Thanks him for sending his thermometer and the Resolutions of Congress. Refers to the English Ministry's conduct towards Ireland. Trade with America and the West Indies not interrupted. Is learning Franch and attends the theatre.
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Quétant, Antonie François.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 7 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 35 |
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Sends the English original of the "Conscious Lovers." Invites him to dine.
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la Rochefoucauld, Duc de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 36 |
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Thanks him for sending the Resolutions of Congress. Informs him of Capt. [John Paul] Jones's return to Brest after a brilliant cruise. Alludes to an expedition by Marquis de Lafayette.
In French.
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Quétant, Antoine François.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 17 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 37 |
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Sends his compliments and thanks for newspaper.
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d'Acheret, De Delauye.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May 17 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 38 |
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Regrets that he was absent when William Temple Franklin paid a visit to his parents at La Cour Neuve.
In French.
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Chabot, Aug.us de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 May |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 39 |
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Many of the Genevese have British sympathies. A certain patriotic gentleman from Carolina, wishes to know him (Franklin).
(In Latin.)
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Le Fevre, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 July 3 |
L.S. 1p. |
CI, 40a |
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Sending his respects and best wishes. Refers to Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson, Mrs. [Mary] Hewson, etc.
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Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 July 4 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 41 |
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Tells of the loss of two of his vessels in American waters. Complains of the treachery of American pilots, secretly aiding the English.
In French.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778.] July 8 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 42 |
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Asking information about some Loan Office Certificates.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 1 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 43 |
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Has registered himself as an American. Tells of arrivals of French trading vessels. The people are anxious to hear about Comte d'Estaing and the fleet from Brest.
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Smith, James.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 14 |
L. in 3d P. 2p. |
CI, 44 |
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Asks him to procure a permit for his baggage detained at Calais. Complains of the delay and trouble he has had.
(Copy.)
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Smith, James.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 16 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 45 |
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Complains of the discourtesy shown him by Dr. Franklin and of the latter's neglect of his duties.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778.] Aug. 20 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 6 |
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Requests to return a draft on the Commissioners payable to Van den Yver Frères and Co.
In French.
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de Foucault, Jean Simon David.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 22 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 46 |
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Sends his best wishes for the success of the American armies. Invites him to visit them. His wife and he are learning to play chess.
In French.
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Bondfield, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 23 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 47 |
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Invites William Temple Franklin to spend a month with him and see the vintage. Offers to send him a supply of claret.
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Whitall, Joseph P.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 24 |
Mem. 1p. |
CI, 48 |
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Receipt for a package.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Aug. 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 49 |
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Encloses a letter from Capt. [Peter] Collas. Requests William Temple Franklin to buy him a pair of pistols.
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Whitall, Joseph P.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778. Aug.. |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 100 |
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Offers to deliver a letter to Mr. Coxe on his way to Holland.
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Deane, Silas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 50 |
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Requests that care be taken of the furniture, plate, etc., belonging to him at Passy until his return.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 3 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 51 |
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Made a public communication of good news received. Requests prompt reply from Dr. Franklin as to providing food and clothing for poor American sailors.
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Foucault, Jean Simon David de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 5 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 54 |
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Comments on the good news received from America. Regrets that he cannot come on a visit and enjoy a wild boar hunt.
In French.
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de Conway, Comtesse.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 52 |
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Inquires about her husband's reported illness. Thinks the prospect very bright for the independence of America. Hopes to be at Philadelphia soon.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 53 |
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Inquires if Mr. [William] Blake, of [South] Carolina, has arrived in Paris and requests that particular attention and courtesy be shown to him.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 55 |
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Is leaving on a tour of inspection of military schools. Requests William Temple Franklin to send him any important news he may receive.
In French.
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de Conway, Comtesse.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 56 |
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Inquires about the truth of the report of her husband's serious illness.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 57 |
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Enclosing a letter for Mr. [William] Blake.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 59 |
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Encloses a letter from Mr. [John] Vaughan and one for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill of the "Mifflin".
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 22 |
A.L.S. |
CI, 60 |
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Enclosing a letter for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill. Refers to Capt. [Peter] Collas and the return of the Brest fleet.
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Jones, John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 25 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 62 |
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Tells of his letters to Dr. Franklin, Dr. [Edward] Bancroft, M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont, M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine, etc., and his efforts to get a command. If disappointed again will be obliged to return to America unemployed, as he cannot remain inactive.
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de Conway, Comtesse.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 63 |
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Inquiring about the report of her husband's duel with Col. [John] Cadwalader.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 64 |
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Learned of the taking of the "Fox" and the entry of the French fleet yesterday. The Marquis de Lafayette made a present of a snuff box with Dr. Franklin's portrait on it, to the young man who escorted her on board the American vessels here. Reports about Comte d'Estaing's fleet.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 29 |
A.N.S. 1p. |
CI, 65 |
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Enclosing a letter for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill.
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Du Bouchet, Major Denis Jean Florimond Langlois.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Sept. 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 66 |
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Requests William Temple Franklin to forward a letter to Gen. [Johann] de Kalb then in Paris, and to send his sister and him any news received about Gen. [Thomas] Conway.
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Deane, Simeon.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 67 |
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Has formed a partnership with a firm at Richmond as Adams, Deane and Co., and another at Baltimore as Smith, Harvey, Southall and Co. Requests him to mention their houses to European merchants making inquiry.
(In duplicate.)
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 68 |
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Refers to a dispute between him and Mr. [John D.] Schweighauser of Nantes. Has heard reports of the capture of Rhode Island.
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Jones, John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 69 |
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Has written a letter to M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont which he requests William Temple Franklin to translate. Declares that his honor has received a public injury from M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de S[artine] and that it must be righted.
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Le Maire, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 70 |
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Sends correspondence relating to dispute with [Arthur] Lee. The latter after employing him has refused to reimburse his expenses.
In French.
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Jones, John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 28 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 71 |
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Considers M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont's plan to buy a frigate or corvette to be commanded by him (Jones) would require too much time and negotiation. Has seen Mr. Joseph [P.] Whitall who is at Brest and who saw the "Indian" at Amsterdam, which could be armed and sail in two weeks. Declares M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine has wronged him. Hopes he will be given command of the "Indian" and that M. de Sartine will give him credentials and testimonials to justify him before Congress and his friends. Has many enemies, as no man in the Navy has pursued the same line of service as himself.
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Le Maire, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Oct. 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 72 |
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Is in great difficulties for lack of funds. Hopes Dr. Franklin will help him if Mr. [Arthur] Lee will pay him nothing.
In French.
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de Sorlut, De Court.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 74 |
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Was told Mr. [John] Williams, of London, was now in Paris. Asks for his address.
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Negroni, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 73 |
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Was ill and could not give his lessons. Hopes to see him on Thursday.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 11 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 75 |
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Distress of the wine merchants of Bordeaux caused by interruption of trade between the port and Great Britain and Ireland. Trade now partly carried on in Dutch vessels. Is a protection for French property. Requests him to obtain passes from Dr. Franklin for two such vessels bound for Englnd or Ireland.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 76 |
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Requests him to search for a package of invoices which he think he left at
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Jones, John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 77 |
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Requests him to explain a letter which he encloses. Has received another very kind from the Duke de la R[ochefoucauld]. Intends to leave for l'Orient shortly; thinks he is an eye-sore to the Marine at Brest.
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Le Veillard, Mlle.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 23 |
A.L. 2p. |
CI, 78 |
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Alludes to a purse which she made and gave to him. Does not believe he lacks material for writing; though he may sometimes not find time to do so.
In French.
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Le Veillard, Louis Guillaume.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 25 |
ALS, 2P. |
CI, 79 |
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Will return Dr. Franklin's letter corrected under cover to Mme. Brillon. Asks to be remembered to Mr. [John] Adams and the [Le Ray] de Chaumont family.
(In French, English and Italian.)
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 28 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 80 |
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Explains how trade is carried on, during hostilities, between Bordeaux and England and Ireland, in neutral vessels. Explains the reasons for asking passes for these vessels; withdraws his application for an American pass, it being no longer necessary.
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Chaumont, Le Ray de, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Nov. 28 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 81 |
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Gives an account of a riding accident which happened to him, on the day of William Temple Franklin's departure, whilst coming home at night from Versailles. Alludes to a visit to his family made by Mme. Lloyd. Sends the "Courrier de I'Europe" newspapers; many conjectures made as to the object of William Temple Franklin's journey. Refers to [Jacques] Necker's financial reforms, etc.
In French.
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Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 83 |
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Does not yet know when he will leave France, but is very desirous to be at home, having learned of a death in the family.
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Johnson, Joshua.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 84 |
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Looked carefully over the letters brought by the "General Washington." Is certain there is no other for him but the one forwarded.
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Le Baron, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 85 |
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With reference to a vessel claiming to hail from Boston which called at Dieppe. Thinks it was an English vessel.
In French.
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Le Maire, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 86 |
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Is about to leave for Boston and Virginia on a vessel loaded with supplies ordered by the State of Virginia. Will take charge of any messages or despatches Dr. Franklin may wish to send.
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Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 29 |
ALS, 6p. |
CI, 87 |
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Asks about the truth of the report that Mr. [Henry] Laurens is going to Europe on a mission to France or Spain. Has had enquiries from Mrs. Laurens about the matter, also from young Harry Laurens. Mentions reports about [Admirals John] Byron, [Aug.us] Keppel and [Comte] d'Estaing. Refers to his brother John at Bordeaux; hears that the embargo on Irish provisions has been taken off. Intends to write to Dr. Franklin soon on some electrical conceits. Dr. [Joseph] Priestley is publishing a new book on Philosophy. Is sending Dr. Franklin the controversy between him (Dr. Priestley) and Dr. [Richard] Price.
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Le Baron, -------.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 Dec. 30 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 88 |
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Requests him to speak to M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine about a claim for transportation of passengers from Miquelon, on one of his (Le Baron's) vessels, which he sent to the Minister of Marine.
In French.
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Bache, Benjamin Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 87 |
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Wishes him a happy New Year which, in the beginning, will be agreeable for him for he goes to a "party of dance" and shall have a prize; was much frightened by the noise of a fire, which he thought was another rebellion.
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Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 142 |
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Encloses two accounts from Mr. [Silas] Deane's coachman; asks that these be discharged.
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Lee, William. Chaillot.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1778. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 144 |
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Regrets that he has not seen him before setting out.
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Le Roy, Jean Baptiste.
to William Temple Franklin |
1778 |
ALS, 1p. |
XLIV, 165 |
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Thanks him for his kind invitation and will inform the Commissioners [of the Academy] of the invitation to them likewise to dine with Dr. Franklin.
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Melmoth, Courtney.
to W.T. Franklin |
ca.1778 May 16 |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 143 |
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Leaves Paris so suddenly because of a cheap opportunity of travelling. Will return in six weeks to pay his debts, requests that all creditors be told this. Leaves a letter for Captain [John Paul] Jones.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Jan. 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 89 |
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Has received a letter from [John Paul] " Jones," but cannot read or answer it without his cipher. Asks William Temple Franklin to send it to him.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Jan. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 90 |
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Has received the bust. Sends by Mr. Panchaud the "frauds of London" also Owen's and [Daniel] Paterson's books on the roads in England. Cannot raise any money here as the moneyed people will not take American security. Asks if it is possible to get a small supply of money in France. Mrs. Lloyd has given birth to another son.
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de Fontenailles, M..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Jan. 16 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CI, 91 |
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Inquires from the War Office about the report of the death, at Boston, of M. Deshays De la Radière, an officer in the Royal Engineer corps of France.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Jan. 19 |
A.L.S. |
CI, 92 |
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Encloses a letter and paper from Vaughan and requests him to reply to the latter.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Jan. 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 93 |
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Thanks him for the information about the "worst of villains." Implies that his reputation has been grievously injured by this person.
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Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 2 |
ALS, 4p. |
CI, 94 |
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Had inteded to leave for home before now; has since learned that Capt. [Alexander] Gillon and his officers, whom he had given up as lost, are safe and back in France. Came here as a whim to enter the Navy, but does not intend to make it a profession.
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Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 2 |
ALS, 4p. |
CI, 95 |
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Sir James Norcliffe, Mr. Oliver's friend, has a brother in Burgoyne's army in Virginia and wishes to have him released; asks for Dr. Franklin's advice and assistance. Alludes to [Admirals Aug.us] Keppel and [Sir Hugh] Palliser and the latter's disgrace.
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Fain, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 9 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 96 |
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Requests him to pay his initiation fee to the Masonic Lodge of the Nine Sisters.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 97 |
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Requesting him to have enclosed bills of exchange accepted and returned to him.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 98 |
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Sending a few newspapers recently received from Philadelphia.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
XIII, 112 |
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Has discovered the person to whom the memorial related, and now encloses a letter from him to his friends. His father [Gov. William Franklin] is well and in New York.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 18 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 99 |
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Enlcosing Loan Office bills to be accepted and returned to him.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 100 |
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Enclosing two bills on the Commissioners and on Dr. Franklin to be accepted and returned.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Feb. 23 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 101 |
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Will deliver Dr. Franklin's letter to David Hartley when the latter comes to town; the cartel for the American prisoners is under orders. Reports about the capture of Saint Lucia by the British under [Gen. James] Grant; blockade of the port by Comte d'Estaing.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 7 |
L. 2p. |
XIII, 178 |
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Wishes to know what he thinks of the "History of Georgia" in "Le Courrier de L'Europe"; the English government appears to have made a great display; will have a few lances to break with such faultfinders and idiots.
(In French.)
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Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 102 |
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Introducing Capt. Robenson, of South Carolina. Unexpected events oblige him (Waties) to return home.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 16 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 103 |
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Inquires if it is probable that an Ensign in Burgoyne's army would be permitted to return to England to recover his health. Asks if it is true that Mr. [John] Adams has left Paris for America.
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Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 104 |
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The "Alliance" will be ready to go to Nantes in eight days. Introduces Mr. [Nathan] Blodget.
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Lee, Arthur.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 26 |
A. N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CI, 105 |
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Enclosing a letter to be copied. Invites him to dinner.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 March 30 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 106 |
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Explains a misunderstanding about some Loan Office bills sent by him for account of Mr. Cordis.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 April 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 107 |
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His cousin [Jonathan Williams, 3d,] will arrive in Paris from l'Orient with Capt. [John Paul] Jones. Requests him to show him the sights of Paris.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 April 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
XLVII, 145 |
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Requests him to get a bust of his grandfather [Dr. Franklin], of Sèvres China set on a blue stone with a gold border, and send it to him with the bill.
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Wharton, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 April 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 108 |
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Inquires if the "Alliance" will not return to Brest from Nantes to convoy the American vessels. Could then use Dr. Franklin's letter of introduction to Capt. [Pierre] Landais.
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De Moullaine fils, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 April 30 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 109 |
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Forwarding a letter for Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Chaumont, Le Ray de, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 May 2 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 110 |
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Gives an account of his journey and the vessels he saw in port. Was on board the "Bon Homme Richard." Saw Lady Gransby [?] the renowned English beauty. Asks for news about Miss La Bahard and the Brillon family.
In French.
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Grugenot, ------.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 May 13 |
L.S. 1p. |
XIV, 107 |
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Begs him to recommend to his grandfather, Mr. Bartholomew Terasson, who went over to America to carry on his trade of merchant; regrets that he is too busy to enjoy his truly interesting conversation or a game of chess.
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Capitaine, ------.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779.] May 20 |
N.S. 1p. |
XLII, 47 |
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Called to see him and to remind him that the map of the scene of the war in America made by him (Capitaine) is being engraved. Hopes Dr. Franklin and his son will give it their approbation and send some copies to America.
In French.
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Williams 3d, Jonathan.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 June 3 |
ALS, 4p. |
CI, 111 |
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Is leaving for I'Orient and from there will embark for America. Asks William Temple Franklin to write him of his adventures with the "Nymphs of St. Honoré" and other little anecdotes and news of the day. Requests that some clothing he left at the hotel be forwarded to him.
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Cabanis, Pierre Jean Georges. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779.] June 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 93 |
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Recommending a steward; messages from Madame Helvétius and himself.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 June 29 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 112 |
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Gives an extract of a letter from Capt. Green relating the capture of a convoy of British vessels and supplies bound from New York to Georgia by the "Warren," the "Queen of France" and "Ranger"; Mr. [William] Carmichael to come to France soon in the "Deane." Has also received a letter from La Corogne [Corunna], Spain, giving an account of an engagement between the American privateer "General Arnold" and an English privateer, in which the latter was sunk.
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Gourlade, -----..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 June 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 113 |
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Received the case he forwarded and advised M. [Anne César] de la Luzerne; it could not be taken on board the frigate " Du Ploy la Sensible." Will ship it by the "Alliance" or some other vessel.
In French.
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Wharton, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 July 1 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CI, 114 |
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Requesting a copy of the memorial concerning Vandalia.
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Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779.] July 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CVIII, 88 |
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Inquires if Marquis de Lafayette's "intendant" has paid what was due to William Temple Franklin.
In French.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 July 15 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 115 |
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Has received word that his friends in America have collected a considerable sum of money for him and are prepared to honor his drafts. Asks advice as to how he should proceed in the matter. Met Mr. [Sir John] Temple the other evening, he came from Boston by way of Holland.
(In duplicate.)
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Lee, Arthur.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 July 22 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CI, 116 |
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Has heard from a Captain at Bordeaux, who left Hampton, Va., on May 22d, that he saw three of the enemies' ships of war lying at Norfolk but heard nothing of their exploits, as published in the London Gazette. Does not believe they have blocked up a single river.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 July 27 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 117 |
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Refers to his letter to Dr. Franklin about the escaped American prisoners who are in distress at Nantes. Took a particular interest in their cases to counteract the impression there that Dr. Franklin was a cruel, inhuman man, who wantonly left them suffer. S---- has since engaged to pay their landlady out of his own pocket.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 July 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 118 |
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Enclosing three Loan Office bills for acceptance. Has received a letter from America for John Adams.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Aug. 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 119 |
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Requests that a letter for Sweden which Dr. Franklin promised to write, be sent him.
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Alexander, William. St. Germain-en-Laye.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Aug. 9 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 120 |
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Advising him that the ball to be given by Mme. de Merville has been postponed.
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Brillon, ------.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779.] Aug. 22 |
A.L. in 3d P. 3p. |
CVII, 156 |
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He will leave, Tuesday, with M. de Samlot, and he expects him to join them.
In French.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 121 |
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Heard of his return yesterday. Encloses a letter received from Holland for the Doctor's perusal.
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de Montbarrey, Prince.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 2 |
L.S. 1p. |
CI, 122 |
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Notifying him that the King had sanctioned Comte de Vergennes's proposition to allow him to embark at Havre with the French troops bound for England and wear the uniform of Aide-de-camp.
In French.
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Lafayette, Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 7 |
ALS, 6p. |
XV, 176 |
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Delighted that he is to be his Aide-de-camp; his rank and uniform; time of embarkation. No news as yet of the situation, manceuvres and intentions of the two fleets. Anxious for some word of Comte d'Estaing. Believes England to be in a bad way. Enclosing a memoir and an address from a Prussian officer, for his grandfather's perusal.
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de Sorlut, De Court.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 8 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 123 |
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Is going to settle in business in Bordeaux and enter into partnership with a large exporting firm. Asks to be given the title of Consul for the United States; would perform the duties free.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett. Isle of Thanet.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 124 |
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Accounts have arrived in London that the French forces have taken Grenada and of an engagement between the French and British fleets. Asks for the address of Mr. [William] Caslon who brought a letter to London from William Temple Franklin.
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Gimat, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
XV, 188 |
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His lodgings will be ready upon his arrival at Havre; hopes for the speedy departure of the expedition.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 125 |
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Requests him to get as full particulars as possible at Versailles about the Grenada conquest, as Mr. [Alexander John] Alexander has property interests on that island.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 126 |
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Has received a memorandum of inquiry concerning Henry Dieudonné Drourat. Encloses a letter from him to his father. Chevalier de la Luzerne has not arrived yet, being on his way from Boston. Departure of M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval] universally regretted. Mrs. Bache and himself miss him very much.
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Lafayette, Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 127 |
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He may remain in Paris for some time yet; his presence not being required at Havre. Is himself going to a country seat near Havre. Alludes to the Empress of Russia's efforts to effect a reconciliation between the belligerents. The expedition against England is still being considered by the Ministry, but doubts if it will be decided upon.
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Bache, Sarah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 16 |
ALS, 4p. |
CI, 128 |
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Is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her father's bust; nothing could be more acceptable to her. Has had several letters recently from her brother, William Franklin; always inquires about his father and his son. Is sending a box of squirrel skins to William Temple Franklin by M. [Conrad Alexander] Gérard [de Rayneval]. Requests him to send her several articles which cannot be bought in America and a doll for her young daughter. Asks also that her father send her several household articles. Mentions the Duffield family, the Misses Clifton, etc.
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Lee, Arthur.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 19 |
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CVIII, 99 |
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Begs him to accept a picture of Dr. Franklin which he has ordered.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 129 |
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With reference to some [Loan Office] bills.
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Deane, Silas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Sept. 20 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 130 |
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Very difficult at present to procure, in America, even the most necessary articles of life and more so curiosities of any kind; tried to get some of the latter for his friends in Paris but without success; money depreciating and merchandise selling at enormous prices. Has heard that his son [Jesse Deane] was spending the holidays with him. Requests the latters to take care of the furniture he left at Passy. Their many enemies and villifiers; every packet brings most outrageous scandal about Dr. Franklin. Is preparing to leave America. Has not seen Mr. [John] Adams since his return; hears he is disgusted at Congress for not appointing him to some Court abroad.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779. Sept. ?. |
A.N.S. 1p. |
CVIII, 22 |
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Requests him to remind Dr. Franklin to write to England about [Capt. Gustavus] Conyngham who is in prison.
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De St. Aubin, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 131 |
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Requests William Temple Franklin to show his portrait of General Washington to the Marquis Lafayette and let him know the latter's opinion of it; as he wishes to put it on sale and send some copies to America. Hears that M. Lafayette is going to have a full size portrait of General Washington made.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 2 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 132 |
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Requests William Temple Franklin to buy him a watch in Paris. Has left Bordeaux, as he found he could not learn French well there. Is going to put lightning rods on a new house built by neighbor of his; asks a few particulars on the matter.
In French.
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Lafayette, Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 11 |
A.LS. 4p. |
XVI, 29 |
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Thanking him for the engraving of Washington; thinks it the best likeness he has seen in Europe, with the expection of one in his possession, taken from the original owned by Mr. [John] Hancock; intends to have an engraving made from this, after a drawing by the famous [Charles Nicolas] Cochin. Has received a letter from Capt. [John Paul] Jones in regard to [Capt. Pierre] Landais; regrets disputes between men fighting for the same cause. Begs for American news. Has great hopes of Comte d'Estaing's expedition. In case of embarking, will let him know in due time to get a Havre.
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Torris, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 133 |
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Asking for two commissions for the privateers "Black Prince" and "Black Princess." Refers to reported capture of two cutters commanded by [Comte Sutton] de Clonard and de Roquefeuille, off the Lizard.
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Breton, Alexandre.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 134 |
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Inquiring about a letter he sent for [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], of
In French.
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de Montfort, Count.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 135 |
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Requests him to read his educational plan or program submitted to Dr. Franklin and give his opinion on the English translation of it.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 22 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 136 |
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Sends three letters to be forwarded to Chevalier de la Luzerne, Chevalier D'Anmours and Mr. [John] Bradford. Is uneasy about his baggage and effects which were to be sent him by the latter.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 26 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 137 |
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Requests him to induce Dr. Franklin to write to Congress about his brother who is serving in the United States.
In French.
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Lafayette, Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779.] Oct. 29 |
ALS, 4p. |
LXI, 108 |
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Asking for various maps of Great Britain.
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de Laneauville, Gen. Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Oct. 31 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 138 |
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Inviting him to dinner.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 1 |
ALS, 4p. |
CI, 139 |
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Came to France to learn the language and get experience in business. Now knows the language and proposes to go over to America and settle there before the war is over. Asks that his plan be submitted to Dr. Franklin for advice.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 140 |
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Asking William Temple Franklin to take care of his horse and dispose of him at the first opportunity.
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Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 3 |
A. N. S. 1p. |
CI, 141 |
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Sending Jonathan William [Jr.]'s horse.
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Montfort, Count.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 142 |
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Inquiring about the report of the taking of New York and the defeat of Gen. Prevost by Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 18 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 143 |
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Enclosing a letter for M. Suard. Inquires about the order from Congress for goods. Thinks [Le Ray] de Chaumont seems to prefer l'Orient to Nantes for shipping goods, but claims the latter port is more advantageous. Inquires about his new relations [the Alexander family] and [Thomas] Walpole.
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Landais, Capt. Pierre.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 144 |
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Is glad to hear Dr. Franklin is recovered. Will call on him Wednesday morning.
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Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Nov. 31 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 145 |
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Inquiring if his letters and some of his maps have been forwarded to the United States as requested.
In French.
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Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 7 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 146 |
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Requests him to send him several "rolls and pots of pomatum."
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 147 |
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Has learned that William Temple Franklin has been married to one of the Miss Alexanders. Offers his congratulations. Hears that Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], has married into the same family. Wishes to know which of the young ladies is now Mrs. Franklin and which one Mrs. Williams. Encloses a letter to be delivered to Mr. [William] Carmichael as soon as he arrives in Europe.
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D'amchaga, -----..
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 171 |
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There are many rumors here about Mr. d'Estaing. He (d'Amchaga) will dine with Mr. Franklin on the 19th.
In French.
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Holker, Jean..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 11 |
L.S. 2p. |
CI, 148 |
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Has heard from Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] that he saw the Captain of the ship "Comité." Latter's account of Comte d'Estaing's movements unreliable. M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]'s arrival expected to any movement. Has received several letters from his son up to Sept. 18th containing no important news.
In French.
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Moëballe, Col. Nicholas George. Vitry.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 12 |
L.S. 3p. |
CI, 149 |
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Is seriously ill and without friends or money. Begs that Dr. Franklin send him a few louis until he can get a remittance from Holland.
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Capitaine, -----. Mezières.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 17 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 150 |
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Asks for any news he has about Capt. [John Paul] Jones and Lieut. Col. [Antoine Félix] Wuibert. Will call on his return to Paris to make arrangements for the coming campaign.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 18 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 151 |
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Enclosing bills on the Commissioners for acceptance. Inquires about the order for goods from Congress.
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Bezanger, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 18 |
L.S. 2P. |
CI, 152 |
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Offers to supply wine.
In French.
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Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 20 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 153 |
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He is sending him, by way of Amsterdam, a box containing maps ordered by him of counties and towns in England and Ireland.
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Lafayette. Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 21 |
ALS, 3p. |
CI, 154 |
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Has heard from M. de Laneuville that some papers have arrived from America for Dr. Franklin. Asks if they contain any news of interest. Inquires about Gen. Washington's health. Is very anxious to hear from M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval].
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 155 |
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Encloses bills on the Commissioners. Has heard nothing about the "Confederacy." Fears that she has met with the same fate as poor [Lambert] Wickes in the "Reprisal." Wishes to hear about Congress's orders for goods and his new relations' affairs.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 21 |
L.S. 2P. |
CI, 156 |
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Encloses for acceptance twenty-three Continental Loan Office notes drawn on Dr. Franklin. As Congress has ordered his accounts to be paid, hopes some plan will be adopted by Dr. Franklin for making a settlement; his advances having exposed him too much.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 22 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 157 |
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Thanking him for the news about his brother [Normiont de Laneuville] who is serving in the United States. Sent the letter and newspaper containing the article to Marquis Lafayette; has asked the latter to have the letter and article published in the European papers.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 158 |
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Enclosing bills on the Commissioners for acceptance. Requests him to reply for Dr. Franklin to his letters.
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Moëballe, Col. Nicholas George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CI, 159 |
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Thanks Dr. Franklin and William Temple Franklin for assisting him in need. Remits two louis in payment of the sum loaned to him.
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Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 Dec. 31 |
ALS, 2p. |
CI, 160 |
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Requests him to procure the release on parole of Geo. Taylor, Lieutenant of the British privateer "Chance," in prison at Bayonne; also of John Craig a passenger on the ship "Matty" of Glasgow.
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Monsieur and Madame de Boulainvillers.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 147 |
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Invitation to the wedding of Madamoiselle de Boulainvillers and Le Vicomte de Clermont Tonnere.
In French.
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Breton, Alexandre.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 170 |
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Wishes to know if Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] has returned to
In French.
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Brown, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 167 |
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Thanks him for his letter, will call to see him at the first opportunity.
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Brown, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 168 |
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Enclosing a letter to Dr. Franklin from Mr. Pollard, and an answer to the letter he dictated for him to the gentlemen at
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Cabanis, Pierre Jean Georges, Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVIII, 25 |
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Recommending a brave sailor who wishes to obtain a commission from the United States to fit out a privateer and cruise against the English.
In French.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 140 |
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Encloses some drafts, bills and gazettes, if these are correct they are to be returned as soon as possible. Tomorrow is the last day for the payment of [John D.] Schweighauser's drafts.
In French.
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Hersaut, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
C.1779 March |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 141 |
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Asking his protection to obtain a position.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVIII, 87 |
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Enclosing letters with request that they be forwarded to America.
In French.
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De Moullaine M. fils.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 162 |
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Has heard that General [Aug.ine] Prevost has met the same fate as Burgoyne; if this should not be known at present, he will be discreet.
(In french.)
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Mouret, Prosper.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
Mem. 1p. |
CVIII, 92 |
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Wishes to go to the United States to engage in his trade as printer.
In French.
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Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1779. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 152 |
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Invites him to call on him.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 1 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 1 |
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Having received a letter from his brother, he decides to remain abroad to wait the results of the West India operations.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. |
1780 Jan. 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 2 |
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Thanks him for his trouble about the horse; has sent some patterns for Dr. Franklin's inspection.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 4 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 3 |
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Encloses Loan Office bills of exchange for acceptance; the arrival of two Captains from Philadelphia at l'Orient and of a boat from Baltimore at Bordeaux.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 4 |
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Invitation to a ball.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 5 |
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The ball has been postponed to Sunday. Asks for news of the arrival of Mr. J[ohn] Adams.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 6 |
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The opinion of Baron de Steding on the conduct of the American soldiers.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 7 |
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Thanks him for all his trouble and for the condescending goodness of his grandfather; encloses fifteen louis for the watch, which has arrived safely.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 8 |
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Requests the return of "sundry bills" to him at Nantes; expresses anxiety about the overdue "Confederacy"; no news of Mr. [John] Adams.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 9 |
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Accepts invitation for dinner and will go with him to the ball.
In French.
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Prevon, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 18 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 10 |
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Asks him to see that M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont pays the bill for the wood.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 11 |
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Enclosing a letter for Dr. Franklin, to be presented if proper.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 12 |
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Requesting a blank privateer commission for Capt. Boardman of the schooner "Betsey," Walter Peter and Co., owners.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 13 |
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Owing to illness, the ball is postponed until the 31st; invites him to dinner on that date.
In French.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 25 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 14 |
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Considers the Resolve of Congress of Aug. 11, 1778, sufficient authority for the discharge of his claim against the United States; Captain [John] Green lost his vessel through the carelessness of his pilot; offers to take dispatches to America when he leaves with Captain [Thomas] Bell.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 15 |
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Requests some India rubber for a lady of his acquaintance; regrets that he cannot be with them on Monday.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 16 |
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An invitation to a ball and a dinner on the 7th; also an invitation from some ladies for the 6th.
In French.
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Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 17 |
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Sends his servant for the pass; urges him to write to Dr. [John] P[ringle?] and tells how to send his letter so as to avoid its being opened in London, since ministerial writers are ready to abuse the Doctor.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 18 |
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Enclosing some bills to be accepted.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 19 |
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Requests a commission or letter of marque for Captain [Samuel] Smith of the "Kensington."
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Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 20 |
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An invitation to dinner.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 21 |
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An invitation to dinner from him and his father; they would also like to have Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Jones, Ezra..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Februrary 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 22 |
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Enclosed sends a "Catalogue of Characters"; offers to be bearer of any commands for America; sails in the "Luzerne" for Philadelphia; announces the arriaval of the "Caption Jones."
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Allaire, Peter.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 14 |
L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 23a |
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Asks for a pass to Brussels.
A. E. by W[illiam] T[emple] F[ranklin]. Asks if Dr. Franklin will grant this request. By [Benjamin Franklin]. "No."
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 24 |
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The arrival of the "Confederacy" ; is anxious for news of Congress; arrangements in the ports of France.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 25 |
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Introduces William Brush from one of the northern states, and Mr. Wilkinson of South Carolina.
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J. Dubosi, Mlle.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 26 |
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Wishes to know if Madame Aves has written to him about the ring and pair of shoe buckles, she expected to send him from London.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 27 |
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Glad to know about the false report, that his uncle [John Williams] is in London; he is with him, and in proof sends a letter from him; begs that he destroy this report.
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Williams, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 24 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 28 |
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Requests that the malicious report that he is in London, be denied; he has not been there since Oct. 6th, 1778.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 26 |
A. L. 1p. |
CII, 29 |
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Sends a bill for acceptance.
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Feb. 27 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 30 |
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Dedicates to him the second edition of his "Choix d'Histoire" and the third of his "Robinson"; encloses; a "Bouts-rimés" for Mlle. de Chaumont.
In French.
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Laneuville, Gen. Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 31 |
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Asks the return of the letter from the Marquis Lafayette; thanks him for his zeal in pleading his cause; wishes to obtain the brevet of Lieutenant-Colonel to prove to America that his country was pleased with his conduct.
In French.
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Lockyer, B.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 32 |
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Thanks him for his recommendation to the school, but decides to place his children near the sea-coast where they will have no opportunity of contracting the Parisian customs.
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Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 33 |
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Consigned to Messrs. Fizeaux and Grand ninety-six pounds of two line Pica Doric for his grandfather; disappointed he has not received the order for Voltaire's works; has delivered the box to Miss Shipley and sent a letter from her to Dr. Franklin; announces the birth of a daughter.
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Holker, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 34 |
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Asks for the return of the papers belonging to Messrs. Sabatie and Depononcy.
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Girardot, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 13 |
L. in 3d P. |
CII, 35 |
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Begs to know the first opportunity of sending to London some things which Madame has left.
In French.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 36 |
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Encloses, for Dr. Franklin, a copy of the long budget of complaints against Mr. [Silas] Deane and others; denies the truth of these reports.
Enclosure. Extract from the charges against Messrs. Deane, Hodge and Ross.
In French.
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Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 37 |
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Wishes to know if Dr. [Edward] Bancroft has returned and if he could convey a letter to Mr. [Arthur] Lee; invites him and Dr. Franklin to dinner to meet General Bieter and M. Ventades.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 38 |
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Enclose a bond for a commission for a vessel "owned by A. J. Dornan and fitted in Spain under the auspices of the French Consul at Vigo"; asks for the promised letter for Mr. [John] Aitcheson; has written to Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont whose reproaches are injurious.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 39 |
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Asks to have a certified copy made, at his expense, of his amount lodged with Dr. Franklin as he has sent his only duplicate copy by the "Marquis Lafayette."
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Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 March 29 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 40 |
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Sent some squirrel skins by Mr. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]; disappointed at not receiving the bust [of Dr. Franklin]; acknowledges receipt of things from her father; sent to Miss Clifton, before leaving Philadelphia, her most valuable prossessions, among them his little black trunk; the defeat of the enemy at Trenton, made it safe for her to return; the trunk is safe; the Misses Sally and Betsy Duffield have just gone home; Miss [Margaret] Shippen is married to General [Benedict] Arnold.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 41 |
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Sends a small bill from Madrid for acceptance.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 2 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 42 |
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An invitation to dinner in the country and a request for passage on the "Alliance" to return to America to serve as a volunteer.
In French.
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Lorin, -----. Morlaix.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 4 |
ALS, 4p. |
XVIII, 5 |
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Reminds him of the service which he rendered him upon his arrival in France; asks him to use his influence to obtain for him the position of correspondent at Morlaix.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 43 |
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Thanks him for speaking to his father; begs him to write to Captain [John Paul] Jones, and to ask his Excellency for a letter stating that the King is pleased with his services. Declines an invitation to dinner.
In French.
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Lloyd, Richar Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 7 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 44 |
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He and his family leave soon for America; reports relating to the armament going from Brest to Canada or New York; wishes to know if there is much danger, when he arrives at Sandy Hook, of being obliged to about-ship and go to Halifax or England.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 45 |
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The alliance proposed by the Empress of Russia for the protection of the commerce of neutral nations.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 12 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 46 |
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Sends an important package for Mr. [Jean] Holker.
In French.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 47 |
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Asks that Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson's things be sent by Captain [John Paul] Jones. Expects to embark soon under protection of the "Alliance"; offers his services to be useful in any way in America.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 48 |
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Asks that Dr. Franklin pay no attention to his last letter. Has obtained permission from M. [Jacques] Necker to transport the woolens, duty free.
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Möeballe, Nicholas George. Middelburg.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 19 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 49 |
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About a Dutch vessel captured by Commodore [John Paul] Jones.
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de Montfort, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 20 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
XLIV, 232 |
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Thanks him for the loan of his horse, which he sends back to him.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 20 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 50 |
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Wishes to know how much in French money is due him by Mr. [John] Bradford.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 21 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 51 |
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Asks for the return of his papers.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 25 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 52 |
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Sends enclosed a letter for Mr. [John Paul] Jones; gives his reasons for not returning to America; the impossibility of securing Mr. [John] Paul Jones for dinner.
In French.
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Wharton, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 April 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 53 |
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Introduces his friend Dr. John Foulke.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 54 |
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Thanks him for his kindness in executing Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson's order. Encloses a sheet of his letter paper and tells how to order it.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 4 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 55 |
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Encloses a draft.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 56 |
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Wishes to know how the remainder of the clothing is to be shipped.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 9 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 57 |
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Still waiting for the letters for Mr. [John] Aitcheson; has been managing the European funds of the State of Maryland. Captain Samson of the "Mercury" packet arrived at Plymouth, New England, Feb. 14.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 58 |
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Begs that Dr. Franklin will make some plan for the purchase of the "Serapis." If Dr. Franklin can devise some plan by whichs to discharge what is due him by the United States, he will buy it. The vessels here are waiting for Captain [John Paul] Jones, to sail under his protection.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 59 |
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Encloses bills for acceptance.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 16 |
L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 61 |
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Encloses two bills for acceptance.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 60 |
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Encloses several bills drawn by Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners for acceptance.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 21 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 62 |
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The frigate "Bonne Voitiere" is blockaded and cannot reach Ranelagh to-day.
In French.
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Genet, Edme Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 63 |
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He has given a translation to Comte de Vergennes; by order of the Minister he encloses a copy.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 64 |
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Encloses six notes for acceptance drawn by Mr. Fran[cis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners at Paris.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 65 |
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Encloses two notes for acceptance, drawn by Mr. F[rancis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners at Paris.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 65 1/2 |
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His father absolutely refuses to give him the means to go to America; if he could receive the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel, he would secure the necessary funds; please renew his proposition to Mr. [John] Paul Jones.
In French.
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de Tott, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 May 30 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 66 |
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Wishes to know about the books he asked him to get from England.
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Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 67 |
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Asks him to direct some person to secure his negro boy who may have strayed towards
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Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 68 |
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The loss of the negro boy has kept him in Paris, he leaves tonight for I'Orient; should the boy be found after his departure he is to be given to Mr. [John] Adams.
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Regnier, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 69 |
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Asks for the promised letters from Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 70 |
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Asks that the certified copy of his account be sent by Mr. [John] Ross; wishes to know the truth of the rumor, that the French have been successful against [Admiral] Rodney.
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Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 9 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 71 |
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Leaves that night in the "Diligence," asks for the packets and offers to execute any commission "an inch short of high treason." Expects to be back [from England] within three weeks.
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Tardy, Gabriel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 72 |
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Encloses notes from Mr. F[ranci]s Hopkinson for acceptance.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 73 |
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Encloses a letter for Dr. Franklin.
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Du Vivier, Pierre Simon Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 74 |
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Wishes the name to be put on the medals ordered by Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 75 |
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Invitation to dinner.
In French.
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Du Vivier, Pierre Simon Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 76 |
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Did not know that the medals were to be of gold, so will bring them all in a short time.
In French.
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Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 20 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 77 |
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Regrets that he cannot procure the pamphlets; sends other books by Mr. [William] Alexander. He and Mr. [James] Woodmason had lost the order for Voltaire's works, consequently the proprietors will suffer great loss. Miss Shipley will send to Dr. Franklin her father's picture as soon as she finishes it. He met their old master [James] Elphinston who is very poor.
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Allaire, Peter.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 26 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 78 |
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Wishes to know if Mr. [John] Jay is in Paris; confirmation of the news of the taking of the Martinique fleet; other naval news.
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Mosny, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 June 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 79 |
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Returns the fencing outfit after making the repairs.
In French.
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Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 2 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 81 |
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Most anxious to reach America; finds all vessels are leaving from l'Orient, so will go there.
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De Sainte Marie, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 7 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 80 |
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Asks that the enclosed letter be forwarded to [George] Braxton, [Jr.].
In French.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 82 |
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Request that he search again for the bills from [Joseph] Gardoqui [Son and Co.].
In French.
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Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780.] July 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 83 |
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Mr. Burk regrets that the package for Mrs. H-----y was seized by the Margate Custom House.
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Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 16 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 84 |
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Regrets the pleasures of Paris. The "Alliance" has sailed with the fleet. He will leave shortly in a brig which came from Philadelphia.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 85 |
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Leaves in a few days on the "Duke of Leinster" under protection of Captain [John Paul] Jones of the "Ariel"; asks for commissions for America and news of little Benjamin [Franklin] Bache.
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Ingersoll, Jared.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 23 |
A.L.S 1p. |
CII, 86 |
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Asks that his library be forwarded to him; the French fleet arrived at Newport; Admiral [Samuel] Graves is at New York.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 27 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 88 |
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Hopes he has been able to complete the Doctor's accounts, gives news of the "Hermione's" encounter with the English off New York and of the capture of " Les Etats d'Artois."
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Nuttle, Samuel. Havre de Grace.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 July 31 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 89 |
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Asks that he obtain permission for him to enter the French merchant service.
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Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 4 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 90 |
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Rejoices in having such a sincere friend; any commands he will execute.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 7 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 91 |
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Has been made a Lieutenant-Colonel; now most desirous of returning to America.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 92 |
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Announces the death of his cousin Jona[than] Williams; Mr. [Silas] Deane is with him and will leave for Paris in four or five days.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 93 |
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Mr. [Silas] Deane brings this letter and will give all the news; wishes to know Mr. [John] A[dam]s's business in Holland; please get his accounts from Mr. A[dams]. He draws on the Doctor [Franklin] for £1,520 14 s., which has been sent to Mrs. [Richard] Bache, this sum is to come from the Doctor's personal account.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 16 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 94 |
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The delay in the sailing of Captain [John Paul] Jones is due to Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont who will not pay the wages and prizemoney due the crew.
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Trumbull, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 95 |
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Having heard that a packet from New London was chased ashore at l'Orient and that the despatches were saved, asks that if there is a letter for him, it be sent in care of Mr. D-----.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 96 |
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His opinion of the morals of the married women of France.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 97 |
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Encloses certificates from Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 26 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 98 |
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Asks for the address of a banker, and invites him to visit him at St. Maudé.
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 29 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 99 |
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Tells of his lack of success in making love.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 100 |
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Encloses a letter from Messrs. Harmar and Lewis of Philadelphia, concerning some bills. The "Cecil," belonging to Mr. DaCosta, which brought this letter, reports the success of the Americans against [Baron Wilhelm von] Knyphausen and the arrival of the French fleet. Asks his courtesy for Mrs. [William] Blake and her children of South Carolina.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Aug. 31 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 101 |
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Encloses a bill which has passed through several hands without the signature of Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson. Has heard of the great capture by the Spaniards.
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MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 102 |
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Hastens to announces [Gen. Sir Henry] Clinton's defeat in Jersey by General Washington.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 8 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 103 |
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Arrival of American vessels with despatches. The American army is increasing rapidly. Gen. [Horatio] Gates, on his march to Carolina, had collected an army of three thousand before these vessels left. The crew and officers of the vessel detained here have not yet received their wages and prize-money from M. [Le Ray] de Ch[aumont]. His management a mere fizzle and deception.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 9 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 104 |
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Sees that one of the bills returned has already been paid, sends it back for Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand to see, so as to be able to trace the carelessness or roguery.
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Le Veillard, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 105 |
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Returns a ticket for a ball.
In French.
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Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 106 |
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Request that his portrait be sent to him by Captain Sampson.
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de Perrochall, -----. Chateau du Thiel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 107 |
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Asking for a passport for Mr. Esdaile, a friend.
A.E. by W[illiam] T[emple] F[ranklin]. The passport given.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 15 |
A.L.S. |
CII, 109 |
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A letter to show his knowledge of French.
In French.
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Searle, James.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 16 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 110 |
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Thanking him for the letters and declaring his intention of dining with Dr. Franklin the next day.
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 18 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 111 |
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Encloses the letters to be forwarded to Mr. [George] Braxton, [Jr.].
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 20 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 112 |
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Capt. [John Paul] Jones has succeeded in getting wages due 45 seamen of the "B[on] H[omme] Richard" on board the " Ariel "; but no prize-money and nothing for those gone to America; Mr. [Samuel] Wharton explains the silence of Captain Jones in this matter is due to desire not to add to his grandfather's troubles.
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780.] Sept. 26 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 113 |
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Requests that a room he secured for him; explains that he could not dine with the Doctor [Franklin] on account of his eyes; asks that the enclosed letters be forwarded to Mr. [George] Fox.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 26 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 114 |
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Thanks him for forwarding his packet from America; his letters contain no news of any importance. Wonders if Mr. [James] Searle has the necessary ability for his commission and what interest can Pennsylvania have separate from the other states. Gives and asks news of Various friends.
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Braxton, George Jr. Grois.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 115 |
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Has set sail for America on the "Duke of Leinster"; hopes that Mr. [Joseph] Mayo may see the different amusements of Paris.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 28 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 116 |
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Introduces Mr. Moore and returns his accounts to have them signed, examined and approved by the Doctor [Franklin].
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de Chaumont fils, Le Ray.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Sept. 30 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 117 |
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Describes his life in the country.
In French.
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de Malesherbes, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 2 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 118 |
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As requested sends three packages of seeds of plants unknown in America.
In French.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 2. |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 119 |
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Owing to adverse winds they have not been able to sail. A brig has just arrived from Philadelphia reporting the safe arrival of the "Alliance" [Capt. Pierre] Landais was put under arrest and the "Alliance" was to be offered to Captain [John] Barry.
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 3. |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 120 |
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Thanks him for his trouble in enquiring about the lodgings; also for Mr. [George] Fox and Mr. [George] Braxton, [Jr.]'s letters. Accepts his invitation to breakfast.
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Collins, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 121 |
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Asking him not to bother about the passports.
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Deane, Silas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780. Oct. 11.] Monday Evening. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 122 |
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Asks the address of Mr. [Joseph] Mayo and Dr. [John] Foulke and for Montieu's papers.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 12 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 123 |
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Promises to be more discreet since his letters are subject to examination; acknowledges a letter from [Joseph] Mayo; asks advice about dress; is desirous of hearing the news from America; encloses a letter for [John] Foulke; wishes to know [William] Robeson's plans.
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Le Roy, Jean Baptiste.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 21 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CII, 124a |
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Encloses the letters received about sauce pans; recommends Vitel; hopes Dr. Franklin's gout is better.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier. Forbach par Sarlonis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 24 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 125 |
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Wishes the correct news about Gen. [Horatio] Gates's defeat at Camden; the German newspapers are most uncomplimentary; if he receives an answer promptly, he will circulate the correct report.
In French.
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Bache, Sarah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 30 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 126 |
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Besides the squirrel skins sent by Mr. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval], eighty odd were sent in a sugar box; sent also a piece of American spun silk to her father; the nuts, apples,and cotton shall be sent shortly in a twenty-gun ship; supposes he has heard about [Benedict] Arnold; gives news of her children.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Oct. 31 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 127 |
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Great desire to know the true story of [Gen. Horatio] Gates's defeat. Wishes to know of any vessel sailing for his port as he has letters to send.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier. Forbach.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 2 |
A.L. 2p. |
CII, 128 |
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Thanking him for his letter and the extract from the Pennsylvania Gazette; when the information about Gen. [Horatio] Gates is received, he requests that it be sent to him as soon as possible.
In French.
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Dussaut, Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 129 |
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Apologizes for not inquiring personally about his Excellency; would like to know when he will be able to see him.
In French.
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Jones, John Paul..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 130 |
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Anxiety about his Excellency's health; has not yet received any papers or power to administer the oath of allegiance; advises that the public dispatches be sent as soon as possible.
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Austin, Jonathan Loring.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 131 |
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Request for a permit to ship arms and war-like stores on the "Mars."
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De Bourcel, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 132 |
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Request that the eleven letters of exchange be sent to him as soon as possible.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 134 |
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Asks that his accounts be examined and that he certifies that they are like the original in the possession of his Excellency [Dr. Franklin].
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All, Isaac..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Nov. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 135 |
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Thanks him for his letter; hopes his Excellency's health will be soon restored; has been ill himself but hopes soon to sail with Captain [John Paul] Jones.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 136 |
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Sends back the commission for Captain Boardman, requesting the bond to be destroyed; asks for a commission for Captain James Byrnes, enclosing a bond already signed.
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Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 7 |
L.S. 2p. |
CII, 137 |
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Glad to hear of his Excellency's recovery; finds it exceedingly dull in the Capital of the reign of Mammon; request for news.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier. Forbach.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 7 |
ALS, 4p. |
CII, 138 |
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Encloses a letter received from The Hague; hopes there is not reason for the anxiety expressed in it; requests to hear news received by the frigate "Amazone."
In French.
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Tyler, John S. Ostend.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 139 |
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Has had a very disagreeable time. His friends, Trumble, remains in prison; requests that letters for them be sent to him.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
CII, 140 |
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Encloses notes drawn by F[rancis] Hopkinson for acceptance.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Dec. 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 141 |
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An invitation to dinner.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1780 Dec. 23 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 142 |
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The English are not permitted to enter Spain, where he is most anxious to go to perfect his Spanish, therefore he could only go as an American. If it is possible he would like Dr. Franklin to give him a certificate or passport.
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Bache, Sarah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1780 Dec. 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CII, 145 |
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Complains that she has not received any letters for a twelve month; gives news of the family.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier. Forbach.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1780 Dec. 31 |
A.L. 2p. |
CII, 146 |
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Thanks him for his good news; the Emperor [Joseph II] is friendly to France; the English have declared war against Holland.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1780 Dec. 31 |
ALS, 3p. |
CII, 147 |
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Sends all the certificates properly signed; he received the rank of Brigadier-General as a reward for his talents; requests that the papers be returned as soon as possible.
In French.
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de Boulainvilliers, Mme.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
A.N.S. 1p. |
CVIII, 103 |
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Recommending a lackey.
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
Aug. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 131 |
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He leaves Saturday for St. Florentin; offers to do any commissions.
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Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 125 |
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Asks him to go with him to a ball where pretty women will be as thick as hops.
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Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
A.L. 1p. |
CVII, 146 |
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An invitation to a ball.
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Lafayette, Le Marquis.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 150 |
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Asks that the enclosed letters be given to Dr. Franklin to forward.
In French.
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Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1781 April |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 118 |
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Urging him to come to them, promises him dancing.
In French.
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Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 163 |
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The ball was postponed on account of an epidemic of colds, called follette. Hopes Franklin can come.
In French.
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Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780 Dec. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVIII, 49 |
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Inquires what was the value of a dollar in May, 1779; will send his American papers to be certified by Dr. Franklin; M. [Peter Charles] L'Enfant is about to leave.
In French.
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de Montfort, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 133 |
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Asks for news; has received letters from Brest giving size of merchant fleet ready to sail.
In French.
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Nuttle, Samuel.
to W.T. Franklin. |
C. 1780 June 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 122 |
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The enclosure is for his Excellency [Dr. Franklin]; asks his protection to obtain a command as Captain on a French merchantman. Wishes to know if Mr. [Samuel] Wharton, of Philadelphia, has left
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Paine, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 126 |
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Asks for his great-coat and spurs left at Passy by Mr. [Jonathan] Williams. [Jr.].
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Rochon, Abbé Alexis Marie.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 148 |
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Sending twelve bottles of malmsey from Madeira.
In French.
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Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 172 |
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Will not leave until next Friday; invites him to dine with him.
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Wharton, ----- Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1780. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 128 |
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The long piece of writing for Mr. Wharton's father, which requires to be finished immediately, deprives him of the pleasure he should take in rendering Mr. Fevery service.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 137 |
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Encloses bills for acceptance; William Temple Franklin writes that Captain [Samuel] Smith will get his command; wishes to know about Captain Boardman.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1780. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 138 |
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Enclosing bills for acceptance.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 7 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 1 |
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Thanking him and Dr. Franklin for the latter's letter of recommendation, which had a good effect on the Ministers at Versailles.
In French.
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Granchez, D.P.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 2 |
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With reference to bronzing his buckels.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 3 |
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Sending several drafts on Dr. Franklin for M. de Montaudouin.
In French.
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Littlepage, Lewis.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781.] Jan. 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVIII, 55 |
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Cannot dine with him, as [Pierre Aug.in Caron de] Beaumarchais has requested him to be at home at 4 o'clock.
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Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 4 |
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Thanks him for news about the situation in America. The hand bill a fabrication to frighten [Gen. Sir Henry] Clinton, [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis and [Gen. Alexander] Leslie. Is obliged to him for form of bill book and explanation as to how to use it. The States Generals have resolved to grant letters of marque. Alludes to the threatened coalition of European powers against England.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 5 |
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Requests that a parcel of bills be delivered to M. [Ferdinand] Grand. Directions about shipment of his printing press.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 23 |
L.S. 1p. |
CIII, 6 |
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With reference to Harmar and Lewis's Loan Office Bills. Alludes to his wife's recent serious illness and to Le Ray de Chaumont's business failure.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 23 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 7 |
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Refers to reports from The Hague and declaration of war by England against the Dutch Republic. Will have to go to Versailles to see the new Minister. Sends items of news received from Toulon about launching of new warships.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan. 27 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 8 |
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Invitation to an entertainment and dance at M. Dufay's.
In French.
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Grand, Jean-François-Paul?.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 9 |
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Requesting him to give the bearer information about trade in America.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 3 |
L.S. 1p. |
CIII, 10 |
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Sending drafts by [Francis] Hopkinson on Dr. Franklin. Alludes to his wife's critical illness.
In French.
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Bromfield, Henry Jr.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 11 |
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Plan for equipping a vessel, for which Dr. Franklin had given a passport, had to be abandoned owing to insecurity of remaining in London. Passport had to be destroyed to avoid detection. Requests that the bond deposited with Dr. Franklin be cancelled.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 6 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 12 |
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Has written to M. [Jacques] Necker; cannot unload his ship until he receives a reply. Cannot procure freight for Capt. [Joseph] Conkling's vessel, [the "Whim"] at Rochelle.
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Latouche, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 7 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 13 |
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With reference to Jonathan Williams's accounts with Le Ray de Chaumont.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 15 |
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Sending bills for acceptance.
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Tardy, Gabriel..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 16 |
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Is in I'Orient to attend to Jonathan Williams's interests in the loading of the ship "Marquis Lafayette." Sends bills by [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 12 |
A.N. 1p. |
CIII, 14 |
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Sending copy of letter from M. de Fontenet about the Comtesse de Forbach's illness.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 12 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 17 |
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Giving directions about the shipment of his printing machine and refers to the case of a "poor fellow" he is interested in.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier. Forbach.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 13 |
A.N. 1p. |
CIII, 18 |
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Tells of condition of Comtesse de Forbach, who is ill. Inquires about reported desertions from Gen. Washington's army.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Feb. 15 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 19 |
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Sending bills on the Commissioners for acceptance.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Feb. 18 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 20 |
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Invitation to a dance at M. Dufay's.
In French.
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Croix, Mr. and Mme. de Stante.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Feb. 18 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 21 |
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Inviting him to a dance at their house.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Feb. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 22 |
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Sending particulars of Comtesse de Forbach's illness; her recovery expected.
In French.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to Benjamin and W.T. Franklin. |
1781 Feb. 22-26 |
A.N. 1p. |
CIII, 23 |
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With reference to Comtesse de Forbach's illness.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Feb. 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 24 |
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Sending a bill for acceptance.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 March 9 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 25 |
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Complains of the lack of courtesy and insolence of the Captain of the "Marquis Lafayette" to his passengers. Fears they will have an unpleasant voyage. Refers to Mlle. Brillon and Mlle. Sophie [de] Perceval.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 March 10 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 27 |
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Is anxious to become an American citizen, but not prepared to go through the formalities at Bordeaux. Intends to go to Madrid first to learn Spanish. Asks his opinion and advice in the matter.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 March 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 28 |
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Was prevented by a severe illness from writing to his family and friends in America for a long time. Requests him to send word to his friends at Philadelphia of his recovery.
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 March 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 29 |
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With reference to letters to be forwarded to Philadelphia.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 30 |
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Has received a letter from Le Ray de Chaumont, Sr., which had a good effect on the Captain. Encloses a letter for de Chaumont fils.
In French.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 16 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 31 |
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Sending papers to be certified by Dr. Franklin relative to an account which he is to collect in the United States.
In French.
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Powell, Sara.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 16 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 32 |
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Cannot finish making his shirts on account of her health. Requests him to send for them.
In French.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 21 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 33 |
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Regrets that [Le Ray] de Chaumont has such a good opinion of his Captain who is very unpopular. Refers to Mlles. Brillon, Mme. Caillot and Mlle. [Sophie] de P(erceval). Encloses a letter for de Chaumont fils.
In French.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 10, 24. |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 26 |
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Sends a copy of his previous letter about his project of going to Madrid for a few months before setting out for America, and requests an early reply.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 34 |
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Is just setting out from Nantes. Inquires if two bills endorsed by Nat[haniel] Barrett have been paid.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 26 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 35 |
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Sails to-day on the "Marquis Lafayette" for Philadelphia, under escort of the "Alliance," with six or seven American vessels.
In French.
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Richard Neave and Son. Bornier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 36 |
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Blame Samuel Wharton for their embarrassing situation owing to lack of ready money. Ask if Dr. Franklin will help them to procure some cash on good security.
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Dana, Francis M.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII,37 |
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On his return finds $400 missing. Hopes prudent measures will be taken to discover the culprit.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 March 30 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 38 |
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State of public affairs in America. Party spirit and jealousy still prevail. The Southern army under [Gen. Nathanael] Greene in a much better situation since the action with [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis. Requests for sets of crayons to be sent him by Capt. Darby of the ship "Hope."
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Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 39 |
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Requests him to purchase for Mrs. Jay several articles of dress, etc., and send them by his courier to Madrid. Remarks on the subject of dress and equipage.
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Carmichael, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 40 |
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Requesting him to purchase several articles for Mrs. [John] Jay and himself.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 2 |
L.S. 1p. |
CIII, 41 |
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Sending drafts for acceptance.
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 3 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 42 |
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Inquires about the departure of a vessel for Philadelphia; wishes to write to his friends.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 7 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 43 |
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Is preparing to leave Bordeaux; expects to travel with Col. [Henry Brockholst] Livingston from Bayonne to Madrid.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 44 |
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Inquires about articles which Dr. Franklin wishes to ship to Mrs. [Jane] Mecom.
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Carmichael, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 45 |
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Mr. [John] Jay's courier returned from Paris with letters and articles purchased for them. Thanks him for his trouble. Expresses his gratitude for Dr. Franklin's friendship.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 23 |
L. S. 2p. |
CIII, 46 |
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Has heard of the arrival of the ship "Mars" at Boston. Articles for Mrs. [Jane] Mecom will be shipped by the "Active." Refers to American seamen deserting from the "Marquis Lafayette."
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 24 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 47 |
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Is uneasy at not receiving any replies to his letters. Has not heard from either [Joseph] Mayo or [John] Foulke.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 28 |
A. N. S. 1p. |
CIII, 48 |
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Has just returned from Champlost. Encloses a letter to be forwarded to America.
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Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 49 |
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Introducing Mr. Winslow Warren from Massachusetts.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 30 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 50 |
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Regrets he cannot postpone the dinner; Mr. [John] Laurens will be present.
In French.
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Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 51 |
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Is pleased with the articles purchased for him and Mrs. Jay. Requests him to send Mrs. Jay a pair of shoe buckles and to forward letters brought by Col. [John] Laurens.
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Keralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 52 |
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Is leaving on his annual tour of inspection. Requests that any important news received from America be communicated to him.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 53 |
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Expects to arrive at St. Germain on the 10th. The ladies of Passy mistaken in saying he has not "common sense"; is bringing it with him.
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 5 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 54 |
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Is happy to learn that Col. [Banastre] Tarleton has been defeated; has heard a report of the capture of Gen. [Benedict] Arnold. Wishes to know what the French and the allies in general are doing now.
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Pechigny, Mme..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 55 |
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Begs him to let her know why he no longer recommends her boarding school, and does not send her any more boarders.
In French.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 26 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 56 |
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Report that M. [Jacques] Necker is out of place; every one seems to regret it. Inquires if Mr. [Charles] Thomson, Secretary to Congress, has a nephew in France. Heard of a young man claiming to be such who had gone into Spain. Refers to [John] Foulke and [Joseph] Mayo.
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MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 57 |
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Intends to go to America soon. Asks if he could go in some convoy or in any of the French warships or frigates. Refers to the coming abundant vintage. The people generally dissatisfied with the dismissal of [Jacques] Necker.
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Galloway, Eliza.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 May 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 58 |
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Dr. Franklin's will was committed to her father's care, when in America; is with the latter's papers in a trunk at New York; otherwise it would have been returned as requested.
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Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 4 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 59 |
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Mrs. [John] Jay satisfied with reasons for having a watch made for her. Has left 50 louis in Dr. Franklin's hands to pay for purchases made for them in Paris.
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Carmichael, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 60 |
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Received by Mr. Faber articles purchased for him. Intends to buy in France what articles he may need, as they are much cheaper than in Spain. Wishes to draw on Dr. Franklin for his salary as it becomes due. Mentions reports of the movements of the belligerent fleets. Abbé Alvarez and Mr. Faber appear warm friends of Dr. Franklin and his grandson. Requests the latter to present his compliments to Princess Masseran and the Marquise Lafayette. Hears Dr. Franklin has written some little pieces lately; is very desirous to get them.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 10 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 61 |
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The letter to Mme. [Jean] Holker was delivered to her personally. Thinks the Williams who claims to be a nephew of Dr. Franklin is an impostor; heard of him being in a hotel at Havre; will endeavor to stop the imposition.
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Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 11 |
N. 1p.; N. 1p. |
CIII, 62 |
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Inquiring about the business reputation of Mr. [James] Moylan, of l'Orient.
In French.
A.E. Mr. [James] Moylan no longer associated with ------- Gourlade, refers Henry Grand to ------ Pothonnier, banker.
(In French. Copy.)
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"Freedom." Dublin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 17 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 63 |
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Informs him that the brig "Lord Charlemont" sailed for America with his property on the 13th. Hopes to be able to follow with his family in a few months. People of Ireland now convinced of the treachery and deceit of England; their trade and commerce get no protection from the British Government. Thinks now is the time for France and the United States to strike a crushing blow at England by helping Ireland to secure her independence.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 18 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 64 |
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Cannot procure the seeds from [William] Bartram until Autumn. The "Alliance" and her convoy have not appeared yet. Fears that the "Shellala," Capt. Holmes, has foundered at sea. Knew several passengers on board; John Benezet being amongst the number.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 65 |
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Is alarmed at [Joseph] Mayo's condition of health. Thinks he should leave Paris. Refers to Dr. Franklin and his grandson's escape from the opera house.
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Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 22 |
ALS, 4p. |
CIII, 66 |
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Will pay M. Le Veillard [fils] every attention as soon as he arrives. Inquires about M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]. The bust [of Dr. Franklin] did not arrive in the "Alliance" or the "Ariel." Will send the squirrel skins as soon as she can procure them. Requests that some fine green tea be sent to her. Miss Duffield to marry a Mr. Hepburn. Encloses a print of songs sung at an "oratorical entertainment" at the [French] Minister's [Anne César de la Luzerne]. Have had entertainments on the "Hermione" and in "Don Francisco's Garden."
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Fox, Joseph M.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 67 |
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Sends a letter by Mr. G[eorge] Harrison who is going to France, to be delivered to his brother [George Fox].
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Lombart, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 68 |
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Desires to get information for a relative at Amiens, who wishes to establish business relations in America.
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Woolford, Mrs. D.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 June 29 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 69 |
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Saw Mr. Small who spoke highly of him; wishes he was serving "his own king and country." Tells of his former friends, "Sandy," Miss. Marcy, Mammy Thackwell, Sam Johnson, etc. Has not seen Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson for a long time.
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Hartley, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 3 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 70 |
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Introducing Mr. Barber who is going to Paris with reference to a claim against the authorities at St. Domingo for property unjustly detained.
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 8 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 71 |
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Has just recovered from a dangerous illness. Sends his work "Memoirs of the Court of Aug.us," 2d edition.
In French.)
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 72 |
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Has not heard from [Joseph] Mayo or [John] Foulke or any of his friends in Paris for a long time. Refers jestingly to Foulke's assiduity in visiting the "bald head and tail Countess."
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 73 |
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The two or three small bills of exchange on [Le Ray] de Chaumont have given him much trouble. Received cash for one and now needs the amount of the others, but cannot get them cashed. Will cause him great inconvenience.
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 74 |
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Thanking him for the Madeira he sent him during his convalescence.
In French.
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Bache, Sarah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 17 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 75 |
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Sends her letter by Mrs. McCarty whom his grandfather was well acquainted with in Canada. Mrs. [Dorcas] Montgomery is going in the same vessel, but she is not on good terms with her now. Old Dr. [William] Shippen has just called with a letter for Dr. Franklin; tells a wonderful story about his son's house being struck by lightning. Mr. Bryson is still in the postoffice.
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MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 76 |
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Is on board the Continental brig "Active," which came from Nantes to sail with the convoy bound for the West Indies. Three warships and a cutter are with the convoy. A signal has just been put out for the fleet to get ready to sail.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 77 |
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Introducing Samuel Griffitts who is going to Europe to prosecute his studies.
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Corsange, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. |
ca.1781.] July 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 155 |
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Has only been able to obtain the book this morning, sends it by a messenger. Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand wants to know the fate of Messers Parish and Thomson's bills.
In French.
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Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 July 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 78 |
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Encloses bill of exchange drawn on Le Ray de Chaumont for 1,500 livres. Has received 949 livres on account.
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 79 |
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His trip yesterday and kind reception by Dr. Franklin and his grandson have considerably hastened his return to health.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 80 |
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Is ready to pay what [Jonathan Loring?] Austin owes Dr. Franklin. Inquires if any new orders for clothing are to be given by Congress, to replace those lost on the "Marquis Lafayette."
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de La Salle, Comtesse.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 25 |
ALS, 4p. |
CIII, 81 |
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Recommending a young man who seeks to be employed by him.
In French.
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Alexander, Alexander John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 26 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 82 |
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Has just arrived at his destination after a very long voyage from Paris. Heard reports in the English islands about battles in which the Americans were defeated; does not credit such reports.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 26 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 83 |
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Request to buy him some paper and send recipe for making ink.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 July 28 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 84 |
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Has decided to start for Holland soon after he arrives at Paris. Refers to [Joseph] Mayo and [John] Foulke.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 7 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 85 |
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Sends a package of bills for acceptance. Capt. [John] Folger, who visited Passy recently, regarded in America as a Tory. Refers to rumors of approaching peace and begs to be given a hint in time. Has received letters from Aunt [Jane] Mecom and Mr. [Richard] Bache.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 9 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 86 |
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Will be glad to see Mr. Young if he comes to Nantes and will do all he can for him.
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Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 13 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 87 |
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Requests him to ask M. [Ferdinand] Grand to advance him 100 pounds; will repay as soon as he receives a letter from
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 89 |
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Returning Capt. Collyer's bond and enclosing bills on the Commissioners.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 88 |
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Requesting a passport for Joseph HIll Jennings, who is going from Nantes into Spain.
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Hartley, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 18 |
ALS, 2p. Enclosure. 3p. |
CIII, 90 |
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Sends copies of two letters received from a house at Cape San Domingo relating to the circumstances of the seizure of the ship "Diamond" with cargo of slaves and dry goods. Claims the seizure was illegal and has entered a protest at Paris against it.
In French.
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Carmichael, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 20 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 91 |
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Is translating enclosures contained in his letter into Spanish. Occupies a pavillion of the house in which the Prince of Masseran lived last year; is pleased to hear of the Princess's remembrance of him. Is on a friendly footing with all the foreign Secretaries. Knew Mr. [John] Adams's visit to Paris was on account of the proposed conferences for peace; is not surprised at his silence towards Dr. Franklin. Deplores the jealousy displayed by the American envoys towards each other and their lack of cooperation. If Comte de Grasse has a favorable passage, a blow may be struck at the headquarters of toryism in America. No news of the Duke de Crillon's arrival at Minorca. Desires a seal ring to be purchased for him with the head of Brutus, Socrates or Dr. Franklin on it.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 28 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 92 |
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Learns that the clothing and arms for the army are to be furnished by the (French) Government; does not except any part in it. Twice contributed 50 guineas anonymously to Mrs. Johnson's support after the Barbadoes calamity; shall take care that she does not suffer, but does not wish to be known in the matter.
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Perregaux, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Aug. 29 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 93 |
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Sends a letter received from Mr. [Samuel] Hartley.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 1 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 94 |
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Encloses a letter to M. [Jean François Joly] de Fleury; if endorsed by Dr. Franklin, thinks it will procure him part of the new order for supplies.
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Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781.] Sept. 3 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 26 |
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Requests return of bills left in his care.
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Holker, M. John Jr.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 4 |
L.S. 2p. |
CIII, 95 |
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Can only correspond with Le Ray de Chaumont about the matters in question. Tells of Mr. [Richard] Bache being nearly killed by a thrust from a cow's horn.
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Mason, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 4 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 97 |
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Request for a letter which Capt. [William] Robeson left with Dr. Franklin.
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Robeson, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 98 |
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Is surprised at the arrival and request of W. Montague, the young African. Intends, as promised, to set him up as a barber in America.
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"Freedom". Dublin.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 12 |
L.S. 3p. |
CIII, 99 |
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Hopes he has received a letter from his partner and nephew who sailed in the brig "Lord Charlemont." Proposes sending another vessel soon to America.
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Mason, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 12 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 100 |
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Requests that a passport be procured for him from Comte de Vergennes, to go to the South of France.
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Mayo, Joseph. Passy.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 12 |
A.L.S 1p. |
XLVII, 205 |
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Incloses letters to be forwarded to America.
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d'Estaing, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 14 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 101 |
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Inquires how much an acre of ground in North America is equivalent to in French measurements.
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Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 102 |
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With reference to young Montague, his colored servant.
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Johonnot, Col. Gabriel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 17 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 103 |
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Is leaving for Orleans and his son [Samuel Cooper Johonnot] for Geneva. Requests a few lines of introduction to Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], and other merchants of
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Carmichael, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Sept. 21 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 104 |
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Introduces Major [David Salisbury] Franks and requests that he be shown particular attention; is well and favorably known throughout the Union and could counteract the work of their common personal enemies at home. Refers to A[rthur] L[ee] as one of the bitterest and alludes to his ambition to become Secretary of Foreign Affairs. Dr. Franklin has now the same commission as Mr. [John] Adams.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 1 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 105 |
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Introducing Major David [Salisbury] Franks whose mission to Europe is known to him. Saw a lightning conductor upon a powder magazine at Segovia.
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Foulke, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 1 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 106 |
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Gives an account of his journey through Holland and part of Germany. Is racked and fatigued after a long and arduous journey.
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Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781.] Oct. 1 |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 12 |
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Is about to set out for Nantes; offers to take any letters or messages for that place.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 3 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 107 |
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Latest events of the war. [Gen.Lord] Cornwallis besieged at Yorktown by land and sea; the English fleet returned to New York badly battered; report of a bloody battle in South Carolina between Gen. [Nathanael] Greene's army and the British.
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Ingersoll, Jared.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 3 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 108 |
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Introducing Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Gibbs, who are going to France. Gives an account of a battle in South Carolina between Gen. Greene and the English troops.
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Jay, Mrs. John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 3 |
A.N. in 3d P. 2p. |
CIII, 109 |
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Requesting him to purchase and send her by Major [David Salisbury] Franks, two pairs of paste shoe buckles, etc.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 4 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 96 |
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Replies to inquiry about Philip Dieffenbach and the Mengs family. Will forward seeds as soon as Mr. [William] Bartram puts them up. Request civilities for Capt. Hoops a American officer and a brother of Mrs. [Thomas] Barclay, who was taken prisoner at the battle of Camden and is going to Europe on a furlough.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 110 |
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Introducing Capt. Hoops, brother-in-law of Mr. [Thomas] Barclay recently appointed Consul General to France, who is going to France with his sister.
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de Chaumont fils, Lay Ray.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 111 |
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Preparing a celebration for his mother's feast day. Would like to get some verses from M. [Amé Ambroise Joseph] Feutry for the occasion. Invities William Temple Franklin.
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Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 8 |
A.L.S 1p. |
CIII, 112 |
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Relating to endorsement of his bills by Dr. Franklin.
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Lloyd, Richard Bennett. Annapolis, Md.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 113 |
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Have had many festivities in honor of the French troops. Considers them a fine body of men.
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Johonnot, Col. Gabriel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 11 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 114 |
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Expressing thanks to Abbé Arnoux and his friend M. Jaume, of Lyons, for their attentions to his son [Samuel Cooper Johonnot].
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Woolford, Mrs. D.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII. 115 |
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Acknowledging the receipt of Dr. Franklin's bounty to Mrs. Johnson. Delivered book and letter to Mr. Small. References to Mrs. Thackwell and Miss Marcey.
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Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 116 |
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Relating to the repayment of 25 guineas loaned to him by Dr. Franklin.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 117 |
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Accepts Dr. Franklin's approval of his application to M. [Jean François Joly] de Fleury to furnish supplies. Has no funds belonging to Capt. [William] R[obeson] who is considerably in his debt.
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Chaumont, Le Ray de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Oct. 20 |
A.L.S 1p. |
CIII, 118 |
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Requests him to call at the office of the "Gazette de France" and get several copies of the paper containing an account of the victory over [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis, which Dr. Franklin wishes to send to Madrid.
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Richard Neave and Son. Bornier.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Oct. 31 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 119 |
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Are greatly disappointed at not being able to obtain advances of money, as they have considerable property in America. Are in a very unpleasant situation owing to Mr. [Samuel] Wharton's ingratitude. Enclose a letter for Mr. Carson, their attorney at Philadelphia.
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Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 8 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 120 |
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Promises to remit money due him and Mr. Raymond.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 9 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 121 |
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Encloses a letter from his brother, which he wishes to have certified by Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Fox, George. Valenciennes.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 10 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 122 |
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Have had to stop on their journey to Brussels, owing to excessive fatigue. Have not been in bed since they left Paris.
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Mayo, Joseph. Brussels.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 14 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 123 |
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Reached Brussels last night in company with [George] Fox; Fox has set out for Amsterdam. Expects to receive letters and bills of exchange from America soon.
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Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 14 |
ALS, 1p. (Enclosure. 2p.) |
CIII, 124 |
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Encloses a letter for Abbé de la Roche and one from Capt. [John] Kinnier, an Engliish prisoner at Ancenis, who begs to be exchanged with his crew for American prisoners in England. Capt. [Gustavus] Cun[n]ingham has had an offer of a 30-gun French frigate, but will not accept without an American commission.
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de Chaumont fils, Le Ray.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 15 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 125 |
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Gives an account of their hunting expeditions. Request to buy him several articles in Paris.
In French.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 126 |
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Requesting that the copy of Dr. Franklin's letter to his brother be returned to him.
In French.
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de Soubise, Maréchal Prince.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 127 |
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Sending him two game licenses.
In French.
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Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 17 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 128 |
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May have to wait several months before he can get passage on a vessel for America. Hears that part of the fleet at Brest will sail for America; asks if he may go to Brest to await orders. Refers to the de Chaumont and Mme. de Deux-Ponts families.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 129 |
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Tells of his arrival and of delivering despatches to Mr. [John] Adams. His first impression of the people of Holland, the climate, etc., most unfavorable. Refers to [Joseph] Mayo, [John] Foulke, and [George] Harrison.
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Knox, William. On board "L'Engageant," Road of Groia.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 130 |
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Encloses a letter with request that it be forwarded to destination.
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Shee, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 20 |
L.S. 3p. |
CIII, 131 and 132 |
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Sends a copy of the letter written to Silas Deane with reference to the sale of his Loan Office certificates. Requests return of his power of attorney given to Silas Deane.
(In duplicate.)
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Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 133 |
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Introducing Mr. Hoops, a young American officer who is a prisoner to the English but who is on furlough.
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Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 135 |
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Encloses letter from a Scotch Captain, a prisoner of war, about his exchange. Promises to repay Dr. Franklin the 25 louis he owes him.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Nov. 24 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 136 |
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Request to interest himself in Mr. [John] Shee's affair. Has procured the seeds from Mr. [William] Bartram and has shipped two boxes of them on the brig "Bets[e]y."
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Deane, Silas..
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Nov. 25 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 137 |
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Sends copy of a letter from Capt. [John] Cochran, of Philadelphia, relating to payment of his son's tuition in a school at Paris.
Bibliography:
Printed in Collections of New York Historical Society, 1889. Deane Papers, IV, 541.
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Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Nov. 25 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 138 |
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Sends invitation from Mme. Droin; M. Grand to be of the party.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Nov. 26 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 139 |
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Fears he may become stupid owing to the depressing effect of the climate. [Joseph] Mayo finds Brussels more agreeable. Has not yet presented his letter of introduction to M. Grand de La Chaise. Remarks on Cornwallis's surrender.
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de Chaumont fils, Le Ray.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Nov. 30 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 140 |
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Request to purchase three kegs of powder for him at the Arsenal. Tells of another accident in which he was nearly killed.
In French.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Nov. 30 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 141 |
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Relating to shipment of boxes of seeds and pippin grafts; cannot procure squirrel skins. Asks his opinion as to the effect of Cornwallis's surrender.
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Mayo, Joseph. Brussels.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Dec. 1 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 142 |
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Thanks for the copy of Count de Vergennes's letter narrating the surrender of Cornwallis. Tells of a person having lately seen and conversed with Mr. [Henry] Laurens in the Tower of London; implies he has been treated with severity and rigor. [George] Fox's opinion of the Dutchmen's hospitality. Likes Brussels but finds the climate too damp.
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Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin. |
1781 Dec. 3 |
ALS, 4p. |
CIII, 143 |
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Improved conditions in the country in general. The assistance of France very valuable to the United States. The lack of economy and squandering of the public funds caused much want and distress in the beginning. The Marquis Lafayette has set out for Boston to embark for France. Silas Deane's recently published letter has caused surprise and resentment against him; his strictures on the vanity and folly of some Americans in Europe very often justified.
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Le Couteulx and Cie.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 3. |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIII, 144 |
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Returning draft for £2,000 accepted by them.
In French.
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Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 5 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 146 |
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The arrival of Mr. [Thomas] Barclay will relive Dr. Franklin from much trouble. Rejoicings over the birth of the Dauphin and the success of the allied armies in America.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 147 |
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Great rejoicing amongst the Americans on receipt of news telling of the surrender of Cornwallis. Thinks if Charlestown and New York were retaken it would end the war. Inquires if the "St. James", from Philadelphia, brings news of any material changes in that city.
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de Chaumont fils, Le Ray.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 6 |
A.N. |
CIII, 148 |
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Expressing his thanks for Mme. H ----'s letter forwarded to him.
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Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 10 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 149 |
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Fears that his prolonged stay, waiting for a vessel, will be very expensive to the Government at home. The number of people arrived with the Franch fleets of war have caused a scarcity of necessaries of life; prices are very high. The "St. James," Capt. [Thomas] Truxton, probably the first vessel which will sail for America about Jan. 15. His situation very unpleasant and embarrassing. Was arrested the other day on suspicion of being a spy.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 13. |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 150 |
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Was obliged to leave Madrid and come to Cadiz on account of his health. Intends soon to embark for America; will make his head-quarters at Philadelphia. Comments on Cornwallis's surrender and its effect on England.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 13 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 151 |
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Refers to Major [David Salisbury] Franks and to M. Montfort whom Silas Deane has urged him to employ in his counting house. Asks what are Thomas Barclay's intentions regarding Consuls in different ports. Requests to be kept posted on the trend to events, as it is a critical time for American trade. Encloses letter from M. [Andrew] Limozin of Havre.
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Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 15 |
A.L. 1p. |
CIII, 152 |
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Relating to payment of Loan Office certificates.
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Babut and La bouchère.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 15 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 153 |
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Do not know anything about the 400 pounds of indigo referred to by Mr. Cochran, as having passed through Col. [John] Laurens's hands. The latter alone can clear up the matter.
In French.
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Thaxter, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 19 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIII, 154 |
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Introducing Dr. Dexter who is going to Paris with Thomas and Joseph Winthrop and Dr. Parker. Has forwarded the Journal of Congress for 1778 to Dr. Franklin. Refers to Mr. [George] Fox as a very worthy character.
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Angenend, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 155 |
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Sends samples of velvet for Dr. Franklin's costume.
In French.
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Deane, Silas..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 22 |
A.L.S 3p. |
CIII, 156 |
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Refers to young Cochran's embarrassing situation. Is surprised that Mr. [Thomas] Barclay has no orders from Congress for settling its public accounts in Europe.
Bibliography:
Printed in Collection of New York Historical Society, 1889, Deane Papers, IV, 554.
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Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 23 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIII, 157 |
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With great difficulty, got a pass for Capt. Smedley to go to l'Orient to embark in the " St. James." Complains that the authorities at Brest are not friendly towards Americans; has been treated with suspicion. Inquires about Count William de Deux-Ponts; mentions "the lovely Countess and Lady Nicholson.
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Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIII, 158 |
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Gives the address of Bertrand from whom he bought his sword and recomends him as an honest man.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Dec. 26 |
ALS, 4p. |
CIII, 159 |
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Refers to reply to M. [Andrew] Limozin's application for Consulate at Havre. Speaks of the Captain's [William Robeson] indebtedness to them both. Is about to send two fine Cheshire cheeses and a few boxes of tea for Dr. Franklin and Abbé Morellet. Has bought some fine old Madeira wine recently and will send half a pipe to the Doctor.
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Labhard, Mademoiselle.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 161 |
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Wishes to know where she can get the benches like those used for his fête.
In French.
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de Bonne, Souer.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781.] April 1 |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 165 |
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Will lend him his riding horse.
In French.
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de Chaumont, Jacques Le Ray.
to William Temple Franklin |
1779 May |
ALS, 3p. |
CVII, 166 |
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The vessel is ready to start; the medallion of Dr. Franklin is on board, he hopes the English will not capture it; since he last wrote he made a little trip to Dinan, St. Malo, etc.; at Cancale he saw the two frigates burnt. The country is in a sad state, with its commerce ruined.
In French.
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Dana, Francis M.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 Jan-March |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 93 |
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Invitation to dinner.
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The Dowager Duchess de Deux-Ponts.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVIII, 9 |
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Is alarmed at reports about Dr. Franklin's health. Sends a package to be forwarded to her son [Guillaume Comte de Deux-Ponts] in America.
In French.
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Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781. |
L. 1p. |
CVII, 76 |
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Thanks him for his inquiries about his health; will call on him soon.
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Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 113 |
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Asks that the passports from the Comte de Vergennes be given to the bearer.
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Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 132 |
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Thanks him for procuring the apartment in Paris; Captain [William] Robeson's letter will receive great care; accepts the invitation for dinner.
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Franks, David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVIII, 62 |
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Having recovered from his illness, he will take possession of the room he offers.
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Franks, David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.N.S. 2p. |
CVIII, 69 |
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Sends his servant to Dr. Franklin's house for some clothing he left there.
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Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 91 |
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Encloses a letter to be sent to Mr. [William] Alexander; asks for a settlement of Dr. Franklin's account; Mr. [Francis M.] Dana wishes a new credit; returns Robert Morris's bill which will be sent back unless Dr. Franklin orders differently.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
N. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVIII, 10 |
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Sending in account to be signed by Dr. Franklin.
In French.
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Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. 1p. |
CVIII, 11 |
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Thanking him for the ticket; will do what he desires about the horse.
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Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 119 |
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Regrets that business prevents his accompanying him to Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand's.
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Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 120 |
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Asks for estimates of articles ordered by the Board of War with prices affixed.
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Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 121 |
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Asks for a copy of the Resolves of Congress for 1778.
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Morellet, Abbé.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 79 |
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Declines an invitation for dinner; has received the books from the binders; asks that the package be brought when the books are called for.
In French.
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Morellet, Abbé.
to William Temple Franklin |
1781 April 3 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CVII, 84 |
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Asks him not to write to M. [Jacques] Turgot; officers to bring the remainder of the pamphlets; will dine with him and his grandfather Wednesday evening.
In French.
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Morellet, L'Abbé.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 116 |
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An invitation for him and Dr. Franklin to dine at his house with Madame. Helvétius; thanks for the cheeses and tea.
In French.
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Nogaret, Félix.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 86 |
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Asks about Dr. Franklin's health; gives the address of a painter.
In French.
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Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 111 |
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Asks for the loan of fifteen guineas.
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Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin |
ca.1781 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
XLVIII, 65 |
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Called on Dr. Franklin with the intention of giving him an order on M. Grand for the fifteen guineas which he was so obliging as to lend him.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 1 |
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Making arrangements for taking G[urdon] S. Mumford into his counting house; asks to be kept informed of the motions of Mr. [Matthew] Ridley.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 2 |
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Giving the names of vessels by which boxes of seeds have been sent. Have inoculated their youngest child, Debby, and she has got through the small-pox finely.
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Bérard, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 8 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIV, 3 |
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Signifies his willingness to give security for Captain Angus.
In French.
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Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin |
1780 Jan. 10 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 4 |
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In return for executing his commissions for maps, etc., asks for American news. Offers his services to Mr. [William] C[a]rm[ichae]l.
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Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 5 |
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Denies authorship of a letter attributed to him, written to the Journal de Paris, concerning the Anatomical Cabinet of M. [Jean Joseph] Sue, of which he encloses a copy (2p.).
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Graff, P. B. St. Sauveur.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 14 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 6 |
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Asks for the present address of W[illia]m Knox, of Boston.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 17 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 7a |
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Concerning two American prisoners in Havre.
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Chaumont, Le Ray de, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 17 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 8 |
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Refers to his "nymph" and the Court festivals at the "Muette." Tells how he spends his time in the country. Has not received any word from [Samuel] Wharton about the goods he consigned to him.
In French.
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Mayo, Joseph. Gand.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 9 |
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Expects to leave Gand tomorrow for Bruges and Ostend.
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Franks, David Salisbury..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 10 |
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Introducing Major Porter who has a furlough from Gen. Washington to spend a few months in Europe. He (Franks) will sail in a day or two.
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Chaumont, Le Ray de, Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. 24 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 11 |
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Suspects that his father opened the letter addressed to him by his "lady love" and wishes to prevent his return to Paris. Thinks of leaving surreptitiously and passing a night in Paris and then returning.
In French.
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Bache, Benjamin Franklin. Geneva.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Jan. |
ALS, 2p. |
CVII, 112 |
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Gives an account of his pleasure in Geneva.
In French.
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Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. 5 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 12 |
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Concerning a draft made in favor of Dr. Franklin; thanks for sums advanced.
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Porter, I.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. 12 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 14 |
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About to leave Paris for Amsterdam. Asks for passport, if one is necessary.
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Arcedeckne, Charles.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. 13 and March 28 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 15 and 30 |
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A request to forward letters to his brother-in-law, Richard Bennett Lloyd, in Maryland.
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de Chaumont, Le Roy Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. 21 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 16 |
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Would like to have his opinion on his experiments with seals for letters. Hears that young Le Veillard is going to Bordeaux; invites him to stop at Chaumont.
In French.
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Wilkinson, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. 27 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 17 |
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Spent last week with Mr. [Silas] Deane at Ghent. Proposed coming directly to Paris so took charge of the enclosed packet for Dr. [Edward] Bancroft, which may contain letters of cousequence.
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Morellet, Abbé.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb.. |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 18 |
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Making an appointment to dine with Mme. Helvétius at William Temple Franklin's.
In French.
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Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 Feb. |
ALS, 1p. |
CVII, 115 |
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Request for the return of the memoir addressed to the Duc de Panthever.
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Pechigny, Mme..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 2. |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 19 |
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Thanking him for having obliged her.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 20 |
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Encloses drafts for Dr. Franklin's signature. List of articles sent Mrs. [Jane] Mecom, etc.
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Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 5 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 21 |
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Opposition in English Parliament to continuing the war. Other news items. His view of Marquis Lafayette's motive in espousing the cuase of the American Colonies.
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Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 5 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 22 |
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Explains the cause of his failure to recover the money he [Franklin] lent Captain [William] Robeson.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 8 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 23 |
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On the eve of embarking for America, gratefully acknowledges kindly sentiments expressed in letters from Dr. [Joseph] Priestley, Dr. [Richard] Price, Dr. Franklin, Mr. [John] Jay and others.
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Hazlehurst, Isaac.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 9 |
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. |
CIV, 24 |
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Acknowledges attentions received and requests that letters for him be forwarded to
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Feutry, Aimé Ambroise.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 9 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 25 |
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Deplores the loss of a friend.
In French.
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Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 9 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 26 |
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[Capt. William] Robeson has been given command of a vessel Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] and others have purchased. Hopes he will now be able to collect the money he owes him [Franklin].
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Watson, Elkanah Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 15 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 27 |
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Introducing M. Donmartin.
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Girardot, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. |
March 15 |
A.L. in 3d P.1p. |
CVII, 160 |
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He will send to Mr. Carpenter, the package for Madame Hervey.
In French.
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Robeson, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 28 |
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Introducing Captain Donmartin.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 March 23 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 29 |
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Sends two boxes of seeds.
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Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 April 4 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 31 |
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Asks to set a time when he can take leave, etc.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 April 4 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 32 |
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Asks for a blank warrant which he can fill in with his son's name, to secure the latter's advancement in the American navy. He is baptised Josiah Williams, and is now in his sixth year. Mentions the popular desire in England for peace.
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de Frey, Baron.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 April 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
XXV, 8 |
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Promises to pay the twenty louis when the expected bill of exchange arrives; another promissory note of an earlier date subjoined.
In French.
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Dureux, -----.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 6 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 35 |
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Invitation to supper to hear Volange and Boyer [two celebrated artists].
In French.
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Knox, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 2 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 33 |
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Asks that his letters be forwarded.
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Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 4 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 34 |
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Gives an amusing account of his own love affairs. Inquires about the safety of William Temple Franklin's cousin [Benjamin Franklin Bache] in Geneva. Card-playing the most popular and only amusement in Bordeaux.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 11 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 36 |
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Asks for paper and ink for his press. Was told that Dr. Franklin had given Letters of Marque against the Portuguese, thinks it false, but if it is so requests Letters of Marque for his vessel, the "Spry."
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 16 |
A.L. 1p. |
CIV, 37 |
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Has heard doubt of the solidity of Mr. [Ferdinand] G[ran]d. Does not believe it, but cannot conceal this from him. Begs him to look after Dr. Franklin's interests. Hears rumors of an American war with Portugal. If there is anything in them, do not forget his Letter of Marque for the "Spry."
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 16 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 39 |
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Sends twenty-four setts of exchanges for acceptance. Repeats rumor of war with Portugal and his desire that the "Spry" should be commissioned to take Portuguese ships.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 38 |
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Encloses a bill neglected to be included in a packed sent the same day.
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Mumford, Gurdon S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 16 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 40 |
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Concerning money due from [Capt. William] Robeson.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 18 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 41 |
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His arrival in Philadelphia after having been detained as a prisoner on the Quebec frigate, and then paroled; a splendid entertainment given by Congress in honor of the Dauphin; surprised and alarmed at the prevalence of French fashions and luxury instead of the republican simplicity he had expected to find.
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Mumford, Gurdon S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 18 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 42 |
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[Capt. William] Robeson's indebtedness. The latter's negro boy, Montagu[e], ran away last night; should he hear of him requests that he secure him until he hears from Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] or himself.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 18 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 43 |
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Source of rumors regarding Mr. [Ferdinand] G[rand], but does not credit them. Repeats request for a reply to his letter regarding the prisoners, who are being boarded at his expense.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 20 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 44 |
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Encloses sixty-two bills to exchange on the Commissioners, for acceptance.
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Franks, David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 22 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 45 |
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A letter of thanks and appreciation for courtesies.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 46 |
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Introducing M. E. Thompson.
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Mumford, Gurdon S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 24 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 47 |
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Acknowledges the receipt of books sent from London.
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Franks, David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 26 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 48 |
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Expressing anxiety about his despatches for America.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 27 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 49a |
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Expressing thanks for political hints.
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Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 29 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 50 |
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Repeats circumstance of detention on board the Quebec frigate, and his subsequent parole; gives an account of an execution by refugees and steps taken by General Washington to revenge the same. Other personal matters.
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Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 29 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 51 |
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Asks him to procure Dr. Franklin's signature to letters protesting his innocence of having sent ammunition to America for the use of the English.
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Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 29 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 52 |
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Hopes he received the three boxes of seeds he sent.
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Fox, George. Strasbourg.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 30 |
ALS, 2p. |
CIV, 53 |
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Disturbances in Switzerland cause him to change his traveling plans.
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Casey, William.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May 30 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 54 |
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Has money for Captains Durfy and Hains, who were in Mill Prison but said to be now exchanged; wants to know how to transmit it to them.
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Franks, David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 May |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 55 |
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Encloses a letter for Mr. [John] Jay. If he receives an unpropitious answer to his last letter to William Temple Franklin he will take passage on the "Nonesuch" for Philadelphia; offers to take letters.
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Le Mire, Noël.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 3 and Sept. 11 |
A.L.S.2p. and 1p. |
CIV, 57 and 95 |
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Has received a commission to engrave a portrait of Marquis Lafayette, and reminds him of his promise to ask Madame la Marquise for the loan of the portrait which is on his snuff box.
In French.
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Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 4 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 58 |
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Regarding prisoners escaped from England who demand support.
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Le Baron fils, -----. Ostend.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 8 |
L.S. 2p. |
CIV, 59 |
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Business announcement.
In French.
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Porter, I.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 60 |
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Offering services to take commissions to
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Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 19 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 61 |
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Requests that Dr. Franklin will attest a power of attorney.
In French.
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Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 64 |
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In behalf of M. Fisson, of Malaga, who wishes to be appointed Consul.
In French.
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Mumford, Gurdon S.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 22 |
ALS, 1p. |
CIV, 65 |
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Introducing Mr. [Gabriel] Tardy, Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.]'s head clerk.
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Rawle, William. Boulogne.
to William Temple Franklin |
1782 June 26 |
ALS, 3p. |
CIV, 66 |
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Asks for a permit to be allowed to reside some time in Boulogne for his health.
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