
Benjamin Franklin Papers Part 8 -- Letters to Franklin
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Letters to Benjamin Franklin | 1784-1786 | 1065 item(s) | ||
XLIV, 133 Bruet, ------, Comtesse de.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 1] | A.L.S. 1p. | XLIV, 133 | |
Sending her best wishes on the occassion of the New Year. (In French.) | ||||
LXIII, 3 (OS) Finck, Jacques.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 1] | Mem. 1p. | LXIII, 3 (OS) | |
Proposition for catering to Franklin's household. In French | ||||
XXXII, 188 Ostervald, Samuel Frédéric, 1713-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 1 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 188 | |
Neufchatel. Fears he has not been sent their later volumes of Descriptions des Arts et Métiers; the twentieth now in press; famous sovereigns to whom the various volumes have been dedicated; asks leave to dedicate the twentieth to the respectable body governing the United States. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 2 St. Esprit, Marie du, Abbesse.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 1] | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 2 | |
Paris. Sending Franklin their good wishes for the New Year. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 3 Bache and Shee.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 2 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 3 | |
Philadelphia. Acknowledging Franklin's attention to the interests of their house, and reimbursing him for the bill which he kindly prevented from being returned. In duplicate (see also: XXXI, 4). General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 4 Bache and Shee.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 2 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 4 | |
Philadelphia. Acknowledging Franklin's attention to the interests of their house, and reimbursing him for the bill which he kindly prevented from being returned. In duplicate (see also: XXXI, 3). | ||||
XXXI, 6 Cassini, Jean-Dominique, 1748-1845.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 2 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 6 | |
The medal which Franklin bestowed on the Vicomte de Mory, his brother-in-law, is the most precious reward he received for his services in America; begs that de Mory may be made a member of the Society of Cincinnatus. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 1 Ingenhousz, Jan, 1730-1799.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 2 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 1 | |
Vienna. Hopes Count Choteck's commission has been forwarded to America. Their plan of making an air-balloon if they can get a sum adequate to the expense; one of their Society, a young man, will go to Paris in order to obtain a perfect knowledge of their structure and management; desires to know if these are kept secret; looks upon these balloons as one of the greatest discoveries of natural philosophy; its probable influence on war; the English jealous of this discovery. Inexcusable delay in receiving the Pennsylvania Almanac Franklin sent him a year and half ago. German edition of his book out two years while the original is not yet published; finds this in the highest degree vexing. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 5 Marignac, Gabriel Louis Gallisard de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 2 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 5 | |
Geneva. Expressing the greatest pleasure at Franklin's contentment with [Benjamin Franklin] Bache; wishes for his long life and happiness. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 7 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 3 | Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 7 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 205 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 Before January 4] | A.L.S. 2p. | XLI, 205 | |
Paris. Thanks for the money loaned in the past and begs another small advance. | ||||
XXXI, 8 Creuzé, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 4 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 8 | |
Poitiers. Offering further suggestions on the subject of ballons. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 11 Blossier, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 7 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 11 | |
It has been a long time since he last talked with Franklin; begs for an interview. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 10 Fréminville, ------ d'Auberteuil de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 7 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 10 | |
Lyons. Congratulating him on the glorious triumph achieved by the United States, and on his own part in that great event. Begs his acceptance of some observations he has made on phosphorus and a treatise on diplomacy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 9 La Rochefoucauld d'Enville, Louis-Alexandre, Duc de, 1743-1792.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 7 | L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 9 | |
Paris. Sending Franklin a translation of his remarks on the savages. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLII, 163 Le Roy, Jean Baptiste, 1720-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 7] | A.L.S. 4p. | XLII, 163 | |
Experiments with balloons in England; expected departure of the Lyons balloon; the Academic des Sciences deputed by the Government to work towards perfecting balloons; some of his own reflections. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 12 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 8 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 12 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 14 Despeintreaux, Jean Baptiste Charles Lucas.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 9 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 14 | |
Paris. Reasons which have induced him to contemplate emigrating to America; desires necessary advice and information. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. Access digital object: | ||||
XXXI, 13 Manning, James, 1738-1791.
Hopkins, Stephen, 1707-1785.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 9 | L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 13 | |
Providence, Rhode Island. Sending Franklin an address which they beg him to lay before the King of France, soliciting his patronage of their College [Brown University] by the establishing there of a Professor of the French language and History together with the presentation of certain French books, etc.; encouraged to make this request by his Majesty's important literary favors to Yale College, which they understand that Corporation thought proper to decline. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 16a Luce de Lancival, J.-Charles-J. (Jean-Charles-Julien), 1764-1810.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 11 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 16a | |
Paris. Sending Franklin a poem for whose faults he begs indulgence and asking him to forward a copy of it to the immortal Washington. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. Other Descriptive Information: See also: XXXI, 16b | ||||
XXXI, 19 (OS) Benjamin, Charles.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 12 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 19 (OS) | |
Mezieres. Hopes the similarity in their names will induce Franklin to take an interest in him, and procure him a position in some Academy of Design, or at least the place of draughtsman at the Royal Ecole de Génie, at Mezieères;. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 18 Defay-Boutheroue, François-Simon, 1739-1820.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 12 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 18 | |
Orleans. Begging Franklin to accept a copy of his work on Natural History and to forward another to the illustrious [American Philosophical] Society of Philadelphia of which he is President; would consider it a great honor to become a member of this Society. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XL, 169 Lauriol-Vissec, ------, Baron de.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 12] | A.L.S. 3p. | XL, 169 | |
Paris. Begging his interest on behalf of an American, [J.] Schaffer, who risks being dishonored in the eyes of all the world. In French. | ||||
XXXI, 20 Menier de Saint Yver, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 20 | |
Paris. Begging Franklin to write to M. de Rosambo, and M. de Gars de Courcelles in favor of himself and [J.] Schaffer; their fate is entirely in Franklin's hands. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 17 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 17 | |
Paris. Thanking Franklin for the letter he wrote to M. Breteuil; in spite of Franklin's wish not to meddle further in his affairs, begs a line to M. Rosambo, President of the Tournelle and M. de Gars de Courcelles; also requests that M. Beaumont may be granted an interview to speak on his behalf. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 21 Maupin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 13 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 21 | |
Paris. Sends Franklin his book relative to a new method for planting and cultivating vineyards as well as new processes for the manipulation and fermentation of wines; desires to place his discoveries at the service of America. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 15 Bancroft, Edward Nathaniel, 1772-1842.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January [14] | A.L.S. 3P. | XXXI, 15 | |
London. Enthusiastic praise of his father and Franklin. [P(ost) S(cript) in French, signed E.N.B. and P. Bancroft.] New Year's wishes from their mother; account of their father's movements in America and his intended visit to France; news of their brother and sisters; the latter recovered from small-pox with no disfigurement, owing to inoculation; messages to Mrs. [John] Jay and to Mr. and Mrs. [Le Ray de] Chaumont. General physical description: A.L.S. 3P. | ||||
XXXI, 23 Cadet-de-Vaux, Antoine-Alexis, 1743-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 14 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 23 | |
The Indian flour has arrived and will be forwarded. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 25 Ingenhousz, Jan, 1730-1799.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 14 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 25 | |
Vienna. Introducing the Comtesse de Fries, whose husband is a banker in Vienna, one of the richest and most respectable men in Europe. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 24 Newenham, Edward, Sir, 1732-1814.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 14 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 24 | |
Carlow. His early pleadings for the rights of America; what Ireland did for America deserves very warm returns in National connection and friendship. His fears for America caused by the talk of disbanding the army without the troops having received their arrears. Has left Dublin and is enjoying the diversion of shooting. Concerning the reforms they hope to make in their Parliament. Injury to Ireland by the changes in the British Ministry; characters of the Viceroys. Lack of able and worthy men in Dublin to put forward as candidates. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 22 Thomson, Charles, 1729-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 14 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 22 | |
Annapolis. Acknowledging Franklin's favor of Sept. 13th and has taken steps to procure the intelligence wanted. Delivered the memorial from David and Ann [Hellier] Barry with the papers respecting the Grenville claim, to the delegates for North Carolina. Communicated M. de Bernardo's letter to Congress who did not think proper to take any measures thereon; the ports of the United States are open to all foreigners, and men of science or abilities will be welcome, but Congress seems disinclined to give particular encouragement to any Nation or individual. The Definitive Treaty ratified that day and the ratification entrusted to Col. J[osiah] Harmar, the President's Private Secretary, whom he recommends to Franklin's particular notice and attention. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 26 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 14 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 26 | |
Paris. Asks for an audience that he may present Franklin with a copy of a work entitled "Lois Pénales," which he has dedicated to the brother of the King [Comte de Provence]; desires Franklin to forward a copy to Congress. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 29 Assarts, Louis-Germain Dupin d'.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 15 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 29 | |
Paris. Account of his miserable situation with no work and a wife and four children to support; begs Franklin for a small loan. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 27 Thomson, Charles, 1729-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 15 | XXXI, 27 | ||
Annapolis. Treaty of Peace ratified by Congress. Account of various inquiries he has made at Franklin's request. Measures proposed for the payment of debts contracted during the war. Praise of Col. [David Salisbury] Franks. Other Descriptive Information: Printed, in part. in Works (Sparks, X, 56; Bigelow, VIII, 430). | ||||
XXXI, 28 Treuttel, Jean-Georges, 1744-1826.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 15 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 28 | |
Strasbourg. Desires to be the first to present Franklin with a copy of the American Almanac, undertaken at Berlin; sends it by M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]; is open to any order for it which Franklin may send him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIII, 166 Rochefontaine, Chevalier de.
Villefranche, Jean Louis Ambroise de Genton, Chevalier de.
L'Enfant, Pierre Charles, 1754-1825.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 16] | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIII, 166 | |
In company with Messrs. de Villefranche and de Rochefontaine called on Dr. Franklin on their arrival from America to present their respects. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 33 Charretié, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 17 | L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 33 | |
London. Delivered the letter to Mr. [John] Sargent. Begs Franklin's interest with M. [Charles Eugène Gabriel de la Croix, Marquis] de Casrtries to obtain the defrayal of his personal expenses during his three years' service in England; is heavily in debt. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 30 Grosett, Charles.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 17 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 30 | |
Brunswick. Laying before Franklin his plan for the establishment in America of a superfine cloth, cashmere and frieze manufactory; one hundred Protestant emigrants, qualified for the different parts of the business, are willing to embark with him; desires to know whether such an establishment would be welcome and what encouragement it would receive. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 32 Tahon, J..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 17 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 32 | |
Armentieres. Begging Franklin to forward the enclosed letter to his brother in Boston; his letter thus far have always failed to reach him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 31 Toustain de Richebourg, Charles-Gaspard, Vicomte de, 1746-1836.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 17 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 31 | |
Paris. As a member and Corresponding Secretary of the Société Partriotique-Bretoune, is deputed to inform Franklin of the highly flattering testimonials rendered to his and Gen. Washington's qualities at their last meeting; M. le Comte de Sérent was the orator of the occasion. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 37 Denis, ------, Mademoiselle.
Denis, ------, Madame.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 37 | |
Recalling themselves to his remembrance and requesting an audience with him at Passy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 35 Eckhardt, Antoine George.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 18] | L. 3p. | XXXI, 35 | |
Utrecht. Concerning M. Montgolfier's discovery and the results of certain experiments made by them which they would be only too glad to communicate to the above distinguished inventor ;explains his scheme, to be employed in voyages of discovery, of attaching the balloon by a cord to the vessel. (In French.) General physical description: L. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 34 Fleury, François-Louis Teissèydre, Vicomte de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 34 | |
Paris. Begs that the enclosed letters may be forwarded to America by the first opportunity. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 37.5 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 [January] 18 | Engraved N. in 3d P. | XXXI, 37.5 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: Engraved N. in 3d P. | ||||
XXXI, 36 Mollien des Sombres, Marie Françoise Dominique Brouttin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 36 | |
Paris. Desires to know if a memoir of Benjamin Morel of Dunkirk, which she sent him, arrived safely and what hopes she may give her relative. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 40 Chase, Samuel, 1741-1811.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 19 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 40 | |
London. Pleasure at his recovery. Loss of a ship in which he [Chase] was considerably interested; question of Mr.[John] Jay's preparing and presenting a memorial on the subject; begs Franklin's influence with the Marquis de Castries and de la Fayette. Small prospect of obtaining the Bank [of England] stock. Expects to return to Maryland in February or March. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 39 Durivault, ------ Bouttret.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 19 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 39 | |
Mirebeau. His services in the American army; one of his legs badly injured during the war; complains of the ungracious treatment he received, the lack of clothes, provisions and pay; applies to Franklin to enable him to obtain his just dues. In French. In duplicate (See also: XXX, 126) | ||||
XXXI, 38 Heyman, Herman.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 19 | A.L.S. 6p. | XXXI, 38 | |
Bremen. Concerning establishing a glass factory in Maryland; their intention to send their friend, Mr. Amelong, to Baltimore in the spring, together with eighty families all experienced in the business; begs for letters of introduction and recommendation. General physical description: A.L.S. 6p. | ||||
XXXI, 41 Feriet, ------, Baron de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 21 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 41 | |
Versailles. Describing a house and garden at Versailles which he thinks would suit Franklin; its distance from the Chateau; suggests Franklin's grandson coming to look at it;offers also to show him a collection of sedanchairs, from which he can select one for Franklin. Account of an harmonica sent to the Duchesse de Villeroy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 42 Hodgson, William, 1725-1784.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 23 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 42 | |
London. Steps he has taken to produce the information about the value of the two ships. Thanks him for his intended kindness in respect to the Consulship. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 44 Bird, Samuel, d. 1797.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 24 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 44 | |
Andelys. As he has the honor of Franklin's protection for the establishment of a woolen manufactory in the United States, gives him a detailed account of his business abilities; prefers holding a salaried position under any gentleman who is willing to carry out this project. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 43 Gombert, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 24 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 43 | |
Paris. Offering Franklin a valuable discovery he has made; a sure preventative against all toothache; realizes that this secret, if revealed, will do great injury to the dentists, but his object is to be useful to humanity. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 45 Lagarde, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 24 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 45 | |
Paris. Account of his medical training and experience; offers his services to America. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 47 Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 26 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 47 | |
Paris. Transmitting Franklin a piece written in America against the Cincinnati, and a newspaper containing the institutions of that Society; when Franklin writes on this subject to M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval], begs him to present his respectful compliants. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 46 Longchamps, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 26 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 46 | |
Concerning a manuscript presented to his son as part-payment for instructing the child of the author; owing to his financial looses, he is anxious to dispose of the ms.; high opinion of its excellence expressed by several book-sellers; offers to sell it to Franklin; thinks it might prove useful to instruct the young Anglo-American nobility. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 48 Pons-Ludon, Joseph-Antoine Hédouin de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 26 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 48 | |
Epernay. Begging Franklin to use his influence to obtain for him the position of Agent for Wines, now at the disposal of Maréchal de Sainey; asks this favor on the strength of their being brother Masons. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 49 La Brossière, Julien Mallet de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 27 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 49 | |
St. Malo. Account of his thirteen years of service as a surgeon in the French army; has nothing to show for it expect his impaired health; offers his services to America; desires to be put in charge of a military hospital there. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
LVI(ii), 17 Rollin, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January 27] | Mem. 2p. | LVI(ii), 17 | |
Remedy for stone and gravel in the bladder used by M. Rollin, of Versailles, an attaché at the Court. (In French. Press copy.) General physical description: Mem. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 50 Lettsom, John Coakley, 1744-1815.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 50 | |
London. Introducing to Franklin his friend, [Robert John] Thomton, a student of medicine, who expects to study French and surgery in Paris. His purpose to make an elegant edition of Dr. [John] Fothergill's life, in which will appear anecdotes and portraits of Franklin and others of Dr. Fothergill's friends. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIV, 68 Staël-Holstein, Erik Magnus, Baron de, 1749-1802.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 29 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIV, 68 | |
Regrets being unable to accept his invitation but will call on him to exchage notifications. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 51 Longchamps, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 30 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 51 | |
Hopes that the manuscript (XXXI, 46) sent to Franklin will meet with his approbation; if he has no use for it, begs he will at least render him some assistance in his present unfortunate situation. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 53 David Gallwey and Company.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 31 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 53 | |
Nantes. Wrote Franklin on the 22d inst. relative to the insurance on the American ship Nancy; conditions of the policy; in spite of proofs in their possession, the sentence was aginst them; have entered an appeal but they will be obliged to pay the money if Franklin does not interfere and obtain a quick decision from the Minister. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 52 Nesbitt, Jonathan.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 January 31 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 52 | |
Nantes. Concerning the sentence pronounced against him by the Court of Admiralty, relative to the insurance of the ship "Nancy"; reasons why he has ordered an appeal; is nevertheless obliged to pay the full premium at once; begs Franklin's protection in this affair. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XL, 137 Roberdeau, Daniel, 1727-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 January] | A.L.S. 2p. | XL, 137 | |
London. Congratulating Franklin on the restoration of peace. Question of a bill of exchange sent to Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand. Hopes to hear from Franklin in Philadelphia. | ||||
LXIII, 7 (OS) Finck, Jacques.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 1 | Mem. 1p. | LXIII, 7 (OS) | |
Passy. Draft of contract for domestic services. In French. | ||||
XXXI, 55 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 1 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 55 | |
Paris. Announcing his acquittal and discharge; has now the right to pursue those who were the cause of his disgrace; desires the publication of his trail in order that his countrymen may be convinced of his innocence. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 54 Strahan, William (1715-1785).
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 1 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 54 | |
London. Acknowledging Franklin's and the Bache family's kindness to his young kinswoman. Urging him to spend the rest of his days in England. Recommending the bearer, Dr. Ross, who has served as physician to the English army in the East, but who now desires to pursue his profession in America; Franklin's recommendation would be of great service to him. The present political confusion. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed, in part, in Works (Sparks, X, 65; Bigelow, VIII, 446). | ||||
XXXI, 57 Elie de Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques, 1732-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 2 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 57 | |
Paris. Announcing the acquittal and discharge of [John] Schaffer; uses every argument to persuade him that Schaffer merited his esteem; desires Franklin's help to enable his client to publish an account of his trial, as his compatriots may be interested in his triumphant vindication; for this purpose, the celebrated [John] Paul Jones has promised to subscribe; Schaffer's intention to quit France as soon as his affairs are arranged; believes his experience will teach him an important lesson. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 56 Roberdeau, Daniel, 1727-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 2 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 56 | |
London. Recommending to Franklin's attention, Mr. Vanderhorst and his daughter who go to Paris for a short stay; on their return, begs that they may be entrusted with the money for the bill of exchange sent to Franklin. Intends on his return to America, to establish a refinery in addition to his distillery. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLII, 90 Bachois de Villefort, Charles-Simon.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 After February 2] | L.S. 1p. | XLII, 90 | |
Asks Franklin about [J.] Schaffer, of Philadelphia, who has been arrested and on whom was found a bill of exchange drawn on Franklin. (In French.) | ||||
XLIII, 198 Jay, John, 1745-1829.
Jay, Sarah Livingston, 1756-1802.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] February 3 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIII, 198 | |
Chaillot. Inviting him to dinner. | ||||
XXXI, 59 Waldner de Freundstein, ------, Comtesse de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 3 | L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 59 | |
Champigny. Regrets leaving Passy without seeing Franklin. Asks for a little advice concerning an island, by name Brid, which she hears the Americans desire to repeople; a young man, a relative of one of her waiting women, desires to go there; begs Franklin to grant the young man his protection. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 62 Cadet-de-Vaux, Antoine-Alexis, 1743-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February [5] | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 62 | |
The stove is finished according to Franklin's plan; begs him to visit the stove-maker and ascertain if there are any faults to be corrected; his brother [Louis Claude Cadet-Gassicourt] desires that Franklin will dine with him on that day; will call for him at Passy, if he will name the day and hour. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXIX, 222 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 5 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXIX, 222 | |
The Hague. Begs for information as to what passes between the Duke of Dorset and the Dutch Ministers on the subject of converting the preliminary agreement into a definitive treaty. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 58 Elie de Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques, 1732-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 February 5] | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 58 | |
Paris. Has just left the Magistrate who has received no answer from him relative to the verification of his signature; implores him to hasten his reply. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 60 Failly, ------, Chevalier de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 5 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 60 | |
Rouen. Detailed account of his services in America, the battles he fought and the honors he received; begs Franklin to procure his admission to that noble association [the Society of the Cincinnati]. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 61 Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 5 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 61 | |
Annapolis. Recommending to Franklin's notice Lieutenant-Colonel [Josiah] Harmar, a very deserving officer. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 63 Longchamps, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 6 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 63 | |
Acknowledging Franklin's letter which announces the miscarriage of the manuscript; will take his advice concerning its disposal; as Franklin does not wish to buy it, begs him for a small loan of five louis d'or to enable him to meet a business obligation. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 64 Barbançon, Augustin-Jean-Louis-Antoine du Prat, Comte de, 1750-1797.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 8 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 64 | |
Paris. [William] Bartram's letter; reminds Franklin of his promise to make use of him to procure certain natural specimens, as yet unknown in Philadelphia. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIII, 155 Chinon, ------, Comtesse de.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 Before February 9] | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIII, 155 | |
Inviting Franklin to the ball to be given in her honor by M. and Mme. la Maréchale de Richelien. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 65 Elie de Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques, 1732-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 9 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 65 | |
Paris. Concerning a bill of sixty dollars sent to Franklin to verify the signature, hopes he will do this and deliver the bill only to [J.] Schaffer himself; this money is his sole resource; without it, he cannot publish an account of his trial and thereby reinstate himself in his countrymen's good opinion. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIV, 250 Carter, Angelica.
Carter, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIV, 250 | |
Invitation to dine with them. | ||||
XXXI, 68 Gourdon, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 68 | |
Passy. He and his wife accept with pleasure Franklin's kind invitation. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 67 Ingenhousz, Jan, 1730-1799.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 67 | |
Vienna. Recommending to Franklin's acquaintance his good friend, Abbè [J.] Nckrep, President of the Oriental College at Vienna, a very good scholar and philosopher; his reasons for deciding to give up their plan of constructing a balloon. Sorry to hear that Franklin has a stone in the bladder; remedies for this disease; no cure as yet discovered; gives him some medical advice. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 66 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 66 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 70 Longchamps, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 70 | |
Reasons why his father sent the manuscript to Franklin; has offered it to one of the Editiors of the Journal Militaire who gave him hopes of accepting it; the publication however will be too late to help them in their present difficulties; applies for a small loan to tide them over this critical period. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIV, 287 Longchamps, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 February 10] | A.L.S. 1p. | XLIV, 287 | |
Asking help for herself and her brother who are in want. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 69 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 10 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 69 | |
Paris. Sends him a copy of his work; if he reads and approves it, he will not refuse to receive the copy destined for Congress. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 71 L'Auréole, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 11 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 71 | |
Lyons. Understands that Franklin employs workmen in his printing-house in Philadelphia; offers his services; if this is impossible, desires to teach Latin and other branches; can furnish excellent references. (In French.) A.E. by Dr. Franklin. His correspondent misinformed; does not employ persons in America in that business; believes it would be difficult for one who is a stranger to the language to find such employment there. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 72 MacMahon, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 11 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 72 | |
Hindered by a previous engagement from accepting Franklin's kind invitation. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 73 Cramer, Catherine de Wesselow.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 73 | |
Geneva. Her satisfaction in Franklin's account of his grandson [Benjamin Franklin Bache]; sure that Franklin will be content with his disposition and good sense; is not so certain about his studies; his stay with his grandfather will doubtless bring out all his latent talents. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXIX, 223 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXIX, 223 | |
The Hague. Letter from the Stadtholder to the states of Zealand, which has added fuel to the fire. Anxious for news of what is passing in Paris between the English and Dutch Ministers. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 74 Cadet-de-Vaux, Antoine-Alexis, 1743-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 13 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 74 | |
Messrs. Quinquet and Lange, inventors of the lamp, are very anxious to submit it to Franklin's opinion. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 17 Brillon de Jouy, Anne Louise Boyvin d'Hardancourt, 1744-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 15 | A.L. 2p. | XLIII, 17 | |
Paris. Reasons why she has not written; constantly thinking of and missing him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. 2p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Putnam's Monthly, Nov., 1906, 169. Access digital object: | ||||
XXXI, 76 Perrin, Dominique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 15 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 76 | |
Varennes. Reminding Franklin of the important services he rendered him during his unfortunate stay in Montreal, and the promise made him of some recompense; since then has been ruined by a law-suit and is now left without means and with a family dependent on him; begs Franklin to make up a subscription among his friends and send it to him. (In French. In duplicate.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 75 St. Olympe, Chevalier de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 15 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 75 | |
La Martinique. Concerning the discovery by M. de Lestrades, King's physician at Martinique, of a remedy for the stone; nothing is lacking to the doctor's glory except the honor of prolonging Franklin's days; urges him to try this remedy; hopes on his return to Paris to hear that it has proved successful. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 77 Roucelle, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 16 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 77 | |
Paris. Announcing the death of his father-in-law, M. Macquer; as soon as he is able, will inform Franklin of his last wishes in favor of one of his relations; reminds Franklin of their first meeting and of their conversation on the subject, which interested M. Macquer intensely. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 78 Barclay, Thomas, 1728-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 17 | L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 78 | |
London. Mr. [William] Hodgson's search for precedents relative to the capture of vessels situated like the Nancy; a trial to determine that point expected to come off very soon; promise of Mr. Hodgson to send particulars of the decision. Is detained on matters connected with the public accounts. Likelihood of Mr. [Robert] Morris's bills on the negotiators of the loan in Holland being paid. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 79 Jonathan Nesbitt and Company.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 79 | |
L'Orient. Forwarded the letter by the packet from New York and charged the bill for postage to Franklin. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLII, 168 Le Roy, Jean Baptiste, 1720-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] February 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XLII, 168 | |
Acknowledging the papers on balloons. Prevented by the cold weather from waiting on Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXVIII, 146 Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 19 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXVIII, 146 | |
Necessary to have Franklin's evidence in Court concerning a bill of Messrs. Bache and Shee; thinks a written statement would be received. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 81 La Porte, ----- de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 21 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 81 | |
Writes on behalf of La Baronne de Bissy, who has been left with six children to educate; begs Franklin's influence to place one of them in the merchant marine; the father's services in the navy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 80 Mollien des Sombres, Marie Françoise Dominique Brouttin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 21 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 80 | |
Sorry, to have missed him when she called. Desires to know what M. de Morel may expect from Franklin's kindness. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
LIX, 28 Weinlandt, Johann Caspar.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 23 | A.L.S. 3p. | LIX, 28 | |
Romhild near Coburg, Franconia. Concerning the establishment of a cut-glass and mirror factory in America, and, if material be here, to establish a blue-color (Woad) factory. Conditions of establishment. A student of theology is willing to join the emigrants and serve as preacher. (In German, accompanied by a French translation.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 82 Fonténai, Abbé de (Louis-Abel de Bonafons), 1737-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 24 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 82 | |
Paris. At the request of a distinguished officer who served in America, writes to beg Franklin for the title and address of General Washington and of the President of Congress. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 87 Legouvé, ------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1784 February 25 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 87 | |
Encouraged to invite him to a ball at his mother's house. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 86 Miollis, Sextius Alexandre François, 1759-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 25 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 86 | |
Aix-en-Provence. Requesting to be made a member of the Society of Cincinnatus; this would be the most acceptable compensation they could offer him for the wound he received at the siege of Yorktown. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 85 Murinais, Antonin Victor Augustin d'Auberjon, Comte de, 1731-1797.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 25 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 85 | |
Paris. Writes on behalf of La Princesse Sapicha who desires to know if a Polish gentleman, by name [Thaddeus] Kosciusko, is still alive; begs for a line. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 84 Trumbull, John, 1756-1843.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 25 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 84 | |
London. Informed by Mr. Vanderhorst of Franklin's anxiety concerning the health of his friend Dr. [Samuel] Cooper of Boston; greatly grieved at having to announce his death. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 83 Vicq-d'Azyr, M. (Félix), 1748-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 25 | L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 83 | |
Deputed by the Royal Society of Medicine to send Franklin the enclosed tickets for the next public meeting; expects to read enlogies on William Hunter and [Antoine Nunez Ribeiro] Sanchez; Franklin's presence would be a great encouragement. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 89 Ginet et Meirieu.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 26 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 89 | |
Paris. Enclosing a bill of exchange for Franklin's acceptance. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 90 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 26 | Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 90 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 88 Roberdeau, Daniel, 1727-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 26 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 88 | |
Gravesend. Acknowledging Franklin's favor of the 13th and his kind attention to Mr. Vanderhorst and his daughter; especially grateful for the assistance rendered his son relative to the art of refining sugar; desires to know if his son could be introduced as a workman at Bercy where he could hear more of the "new principles. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 92 Hilliard d'Auberteuil, Michel-René.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 92 | |
Paris. Recalls himself to Franklin's memory by sending him a memoir on an important matter. The printer, de Monville, will give him the copies which he decided to send to America. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 93a Mazue, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 93a | |
Marseilles. Desires to lay before him a plan for the cultivation of the vine in America; question of the proper land and climate. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 91 Rousseau, Jean, 1724-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 91 | |
London. Acknowledging Franklin's precious present; greatly pleased with the valuable contents of the book; thinks it proves not only the wisdom of the American legislators but the manliness of the whole country. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 94 Biberstein Trembinski, ------, Comte.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 94 | |
Le Havre in Normandy. Through the kindness of the Due de la Rochefoucauld, received Franklin's letter of introduction to Congress; his ardent desire to see America; fears that the state of his health may prevent his making the voyage; prophesies a great future for the new republic. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 97 Deschenaix, ------ Duhamel.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 97 | |
St. Malo. Account of the events which brought about his ruin. His desire to settle in America; begs for Franklin's advice that he may find the surest route and the means to work honestly. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 96 Deviller, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 96 | |
Paris. Desiring some information concerning a person named Campo, who says he served Franklin as valet de chambre. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 95 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 February 28 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 95 | |
The enclosed copy of the proceedings in his trial will prove to Franklin his innocence and the cruel treatment he has undergone; desires him to communicate it to all his countrymen and obtain their assistance, in order that he may return to his own country decently; expects to leave for Philadelphia in a few days. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 234 (12) Séqueville, François Pierre de, 1725-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 February] | Printed N.S. 1p. | XLIII, 234 (12) | |
The Court will go into mourning on the 20th for the death of the Dowager Margravine of Anspach [Princess Friedrike Luise of Prussia]. His Majesty [Louis XVI] will wear it eleven days. Signed: de Sequeville, Secrétaire ordinaire du Roi. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 98 Bachelier, Jean-Jacques, 1724-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 1 | Printed N. 1p. | XXXI, 98 | |
Paris. Franklin is invited by the Lieutenant-General of Police and from the Bureau of Administration of the Ecole Royale, to be present at the distribution of prizes to take place at the Tuileries. (In French.) General physical description: Printed N. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 99 Hutton, James, 1715-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 2 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 99 | |
Pimlico. Recommending his friend George Livius to Franklin's kind attention. Mentions having seen Dolly Blunt, the painter, Mr. [Benjamin] West, and his wife and [John] Trumbull who has finished an excellent portrait of Franklin's acquaintance, Mr. [John?] Temple. At Mr. West's, saw a most exquisitely fine marble bust of Franklin which seems to say "Ye are very welcome to claim all ye please. I do not care". General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 100 Leveux, Jacques, 1745-1816.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 2 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 100 | |
Calais. Has forwarded Franklin the knives, forks and two locks belonging to Mr. [John] Jay. For some time aided American prisoners who escaped from England, but for the last six months has refused to continue it, fearing the applicants were English; sends a statement of the money he has expended. Begs for the position of American Consul. (In French.) Includes Franklin's note for a reply. Thanks Leveux for his care, etc., would be glad to have his account in order to discharge it. Approve of his not giving more money to pretended Americans. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XLIII, 202 Livius, George.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 After March 2] | 1 page(s) | XLIII, 202 | |
Friday morning. Is sorry he cannot wait on Dr. Franklin on Sunday. Will call at the first opportunity to receive his commands for London. | ||||
XXXI, 101 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 3 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 101 | |
Paris. Refers to Franklin's kind acceptance of his book. Has written a memoir, as yet unpublished, on the manner of executing these penal laws; begs him to propose to Congress a duplicate of this manuscript together with his plan for constructing houses of correction. Reflections on M. Blanchard's experiment with a balloon. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XLV, 178b Mollien des Sombres, Marie Françoise Dominique Brouttin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 4 | L. in 3d p. 2p. | XLV, 178b | |
Paris. Sent a note and petition some months ago concerning M. Mont who seeks to be appointed Consul for the United states at Dunkerque. Has requested Mme. Cadet de vaux to get his reply. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d p. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 102 Vergennes, Charles Gravier, Comte de, 1719-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 4 | L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 102 | |
Versailles. Acknowledging Franklin's favor of the 26th ult., in favor of his nephew Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.]; conditions which must be complied with, before he can place Mr. Williams's request before the King. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 232 Sarsfield, Guy-Claude, Comte de, 1718-1789.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 March 5] | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIII, 232 | |
Friday night. Had hoped to receive the collection of little pieces which Franklin had promised to send him. | ||||
XXXI, 104 Strattmann, Paul.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 5 | A.L.S. 1p | XXXI, 104 | |
Paris. Sends the catalogue of le Due de la Vallièré's library; places his services at Franklin's disposal. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p | ||||
XXXI, 107a La Condamine, Antoine La Sablière de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 8 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 107a | |
Saint Roman de Beauvoir. Sends Franklin an epigram of his and some reflections on balloons [3p.] as a pretext for writing to him. Desires his sentiments on the cures of Comus [Nicolas Philippe Ledru] and Mesmer; if genuine he would come to Paris to be initiated into their mysteries, with a view of aiding the poor inhabitants of the country to whom his services have been dedicated for fifteen years. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Access digital object: | ||||
XXXI, 105 Manini, Lorenzo.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 8 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 105 | |
Cremona. High esteem in which Franklin is held in Italy and especially in Lombardy; takes the liberty of sending him two volumes of the celebrated President [Comte de] Carli[-Rubbi]'s famous work, entitled Lettere Americane. (In Italian.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 106 Vaughan, Samuel, 1720-1802.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 8 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 106 | |
Philadelphia. Congratulates Franklin on his part in the glorious revolution; urges him to turn his attention once more to philosophical pursuits. Expatiates on the plan for uniting the Philadelphia and Loganian Libraries; begs Franklin to send Mr.[James] Logan his opinion on this subject. Account of the application made to the Legislature by the [American] Philosophical Society for a grant of land on the S.E. and S. W. corners of the State-house yard for the erection of two buildings, one for the Library and one for the Society; in case this petition fails, the Society has purchased a large lot of Mr. Hopkinson near the Observatory. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 108 Thruffé, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 9 | A.L.S. 5p. | XXXI, 108 | |
Troyes. Writes on behalf of Mme. Rebecca Allere, a countryman of Franklin's, aged about twenty, who is in the sorest straits. Her husband sailed for America in May 1783, Leaving her and their infant child in a convent, and promising to send her remittances on his arrival; no word has come from him, and his wife has been driven through despair to contemplate suicide; moved by her story; he has rendered her some slight assistance; obliged to leave Paris, so begs Franklin to befriend her; her unblemished character. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 5p. | ||||
XXXI, 110 Carrèl, Piere.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 10 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 110 | |
Paris. Enclosing a copy of a memoir (1p.) sent Franklin on Sept. 17th, 1783; this concerns M. Jean Larrouy's request for the position of Vice-Consul at the port of Andaye; begs Franklin's influence with Congress on his behalf. (In French.) Includes Franklin's note for a reply. Will communicate his memoir to the Consul-General, Mr. [Thomas] Barclay, who alone has the power of making the desired appointment. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 109 Houdetot, Elisabeth Françoise Sophie La Live de Bellegarde, Comtesse d', 1730-1813.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 10 | L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 109 | |
Paris. Account of M. de Breget's cure which can be ascribed only to magnetism; difficult to believe that which one does not understand; Versailles resounds with the miracle; desires Franklin's opinion; received her account of the cure from a young man who believes as little in magnetism as she does. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 111 Baudoüin Barre, Angélique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 11 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 111 | |
Nantes. Borrowed money to help her son, who has ruined her by his dissipation and extravagance; afraid to tell her husband of her imprudent behaviour;begs Franklin to send her twelve thousands livres. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 112a Millet, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 112a | |
Neuville. Writes on behalf of a young man who desires to go to America; had heard that land is often given away to would-be settlers. In French. Includes Franklin's draft of a reply (March 19, 1784). General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 114 Muhlberger, Nicola Victor.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 13 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 114 | |
Lisbon. Speaks gratefully of the recommendation Franklin gave him to Mr. Robert Morris, a year before; his first commercial attempt not very successful; his last enterprise fitted out at New York and bound for the Azores, wrecked by a fierce tempest; now at Lisbon for repairs; while in New York, discovered in his lodgings a packet, probably left by the English, which he now forwards to him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 113 Ogle, Anne.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 13 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 113 | |
Introducing her grandson Mr. Samuel Ridout who purposes spending a few weeks in Paris before leaving Europe. A.E. by Dr. Franklin. "W[illiam] T[emple] F[ranklin] to visit him and invite him to dinner, etc." General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 115 Conrad Walter and Company.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 15 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 115 | |
Hildesheim. Their trade in woolens, linens, etc.; desires to enter into business relation with American merchants; begs him to recommend reliable firms in America. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIII, 21 Brillon de Jouy, Anne Louise Boyvin d'Hardancourt, 1744-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] March 16 | A.L. 1p. | XLIII, 21 | |
Introducing M. Gossec to Franklin on his departure for America. (In French.) Access digital object: | ||||
XL, 89a Morellet, André, 1727-1819.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 16 | A.L. 1p. | XL, 89a | |
Paris. Returning Franklin's original paper, with his translation; advises him not to show the paper indiscriminately, for fear it might anger some persons Franklin does not wish to offend. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. 1p. | ||||
XLIV, 127 Morellet, André, 1727-1819.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 After March 16] | A.L. 1p. | XLIV, 127 | |
Sends copy of translation with corrections agreed upon. Thinks it would be well to suppress the passages which he has enclosed in brackets. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 117 Hodgson, William, 1725-1784.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 17 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 117 | |
London. Acknowledging Franklin's favor of the 11th inst. Price of church bells; their exportation forbidden. Sorry he is unable to give him the desired information respecting the ships sent into Bergen. Appreciates Franklin's Congratulations on his success against the Secretaries of State. Thinks England has gone stark mad; they adore the King and despise Parliament, especially the Commons; the Dissenters join in the cry; Dr. [Richard] Price as bad as the rest. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 116 Jonathan Nesbitt and Company.
to William Temple Franklin | 1784 March 17 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 116 | |
L'Orient. Expense of franking the letters to America; afraid to send them by passengers. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXIX, 224 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 19 | A.L.S. 1p | XXXIX, 224 | |
The Hague. Sends his letters to Franklin instead of forwarding them directly to l'Orient, in order that he may have a faithful account of Dutch affairs. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p | ||||
LV, 69 Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin and John Adams | 1784 March 20 | L.S. 1p. | LV, 69 | |
Annapolis. Transmits an Act of Congress of March 16. (Press copy). General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 119b Case, Jane Franklin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 22 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 119b | |
Newburg, New York. Although only eight years old and unknown to Franklin, she desires to pay her respects to one for whom she was partly named; sends the enclosed piece written by so near a connection that she would wish to conceal his name. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 119a Case, Stephen.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 March 22] | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 119a | |
Certifying that the following letter is from his daughter, Jane Franklin Case. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 121 (OS) Beaufain, John Henry de Berenger, Baron de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 23 | A.L.S. 5p. | XXXI, 121 (OS) | |
Erlangen. Account of certain lands situated on the Savannah river left him by his uncle; begs Franklin to intercede with Congress to obtain his rights to these lands as well as to a plantation owned by one Patrick Mackay, a debtor to his uncle's estate. Sends him a copy of the inscription on the monument erected by the people of Carolina to the memory of his uncle, Hector Bérenger de Beaufain. Account of his family and his present straitened circumstances owing to his never having received his uncle's legacy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 5p. | ||||
XXXI, 120 Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 23 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 120 | |
Paris. Kindness of the Marquis de la Fayette in translating and enforcing his two last letters to the Maréchal de Castries, on the subject of the prize-money due the officers who served in his squadron; the Maréchal's belief that Franklin agreed to the settlement proposed by M. Le Ray de Chaumont; begs him to contradict this opinion, which is the greatest obstacle to a final settlement of the business. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 122 Barry, Amelia Evans.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 24 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 122 | |
Pisa. Introducing the bearer, Mr. Partridge, one of the principal merchants of Leghorn. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 123 Gossec, François-Philippe Moufle de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 24 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 123 | |
Paris. His fortune invested in the Island of Guadeloupe; expects to transport a part or a whole to the United States; before making a choice of his permanent home there, intends to travel through all the provinces; begs for letters of recommendation. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 125 Gourdon, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 27 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 125 | |
Returning with thanks the ten volumes lent him by Franklin; if he has any supplement to this history, very much desires to borrow it. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 169 Lafayette, Marie Adrienne de Noailles, Marquise de, 1759-1807.
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] March 27 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIII, 169 | |
Paris. Accepting invitation to dinner on Sunday for himself, the Marchioness and M. de Gouvion. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 124 Witherspoon, John, 1723-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 124 | |
London. Contrary to his judgement and inclination, the Trustees of the College of New Jersy have commissioned General [Joseph] Reed and himself to solicit benefactions for the College in England and France; little or no prospect of success in England; in case he goes to Paris desires Franklin's advice whether it would be at all proper to make such applications there. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 126 Elie de Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques, 1732-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 126 | |
Offer of the Marquis de Lafayette to take [John] Schaffer back with him to America; intimacy which existed in Virginia between the Marquis and M. Schaffer's brother-in-law; begs Franklin to say nothing about M. Schaffer which might diminish the enthusiasm of the Marquis; desires this affair to be brought to a happy termination. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 129 Brühl, John Maurice, 1736-1809.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 29 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 129 | |
London. Asking for a letter of recommendation in favor of Mr. Biederman, Doctor of laws in the University of Leipzig, who left for America the previous year as agent and manager for many of their principal manufacturers and merchants;advantages to both countries of Franklin's countenancing Dr. Biederman. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 127 Cadet-de-Vaux, Antoine-Alexis, 1743-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 29 | A.L. 1p. | XXXI, 127 | |
Franklin's commission for Indian flour has been executed. Success of the Stove. Sends him a copy of the two enclosed memoirs, one for the Abbé de [la] Roche and the other for M. [Louis Guillaume] le Veillard. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 128 Pierrard, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 29 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 128 | |
Fenetrange. Desiring information as to the existence of a family called Pierson who emigrated to Pennsylvania about 1754; it will be to the interest of these persons or their heirs to make themselves known. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 130 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1784 March 30 | Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 130 | |
Paris. Invitation for dinner. General physical description: Engraved N. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 131 Leveux, Jacques, 1745-1816.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 30 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 131 | |
Calais. Expenses incurred on behalf of American prisoners; begs Franklin not to forget him when Congress appoints Consuls in France. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 132 Joly, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 March 31 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 132 | |
Toulouse. Desiring to know if all the Captains of the King's ships, who served in America, will receive the Order of Cincinnatus; his son-in-law, M. Joly de Cabanoux, fought on the same vessel with the Comte d'Estaing; hopes he will receive the coveted decoration. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLII, 154 Le Roy, Jean Baptiste, 1720-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 March] | A.L.S. 3p. | XLII, 154 | |
Concerning certain kinds of stoves. Desiring Franklin's interest on behalf of M. de lan Porte, who wishes the position of American Consul at Tenerife. (In French.) | ||||
LVII, 95 (OS) Roché, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 March] | L. 1p. | LVII, 95 (OS) | |
Begging Franklin to obtain employment for him. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 133 Barry, Amelia Evans.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 3 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 133 | |
Pisa. Sending Franklin a pair of hair-lined gloves by the kindness of a very worthy gentleman, Mr. Mallack, who goes to England with Mr. Partridge; Franklin will find him well-informed on subjects relative to the East Indies. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 134 Rubigny de Berteval, Jean-Antoine de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 3 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 134 | |
Paris. Thanking Franklin for the very satisfactory answer to his letter. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 18 Brillon de Jouy, Anne Louise Boyvin d'Hardancourt, 1744-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April 4] | A.L. 2p. | XLIII, 18 | |
Paris. Acknowledging his letter to the Editors of the Journal of Paris; wishes he had added his "advice to those seeking to go to America." Prevented from going to the country by M. Brillon's gout; desires Franklin, though a heretic, to pray for him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. 2p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, XL, 105; also in Putnam's Monthly, Nov., 1906,170. Access digital object: | ||||
XXXI, 135 Cheminot, Charlotte de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 4 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 135 | |
Paris. The following day will take advantage of Franklin's kind permission to breakfast with him; will bring with her M. Le Roy and two other gentlemen who are deeply impressed with such a mark of Franklin's goodness. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 139 Etienne Drouilhet et Compagnie.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 5 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 139 | |
Madrid. Concerning a letter of exchange consigned to them for payment by Mr. William Carmichael. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 138 Masson Cadet and Geofroy.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 5 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 138 | |
Carpentras. Their desire to establish a paper-mill in America; beg Franklin's influence with Congress to procure them the necessary aid in carrying out this project, and the usual assistance for transporting themselves and their family. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 136 Trumbull, Jonathan, 1710-1785.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 5 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 136 | |
Lebanon, Connecticut. Introducing Messrs. Gerrey and Buckingham; begs his assistance to enable these young men to recover some money due them of French bill of exchange which they accidentally lost. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 137 Valnais, Joseph Jean Dupas d'Iden de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 5 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 137 | |
Announcing the birth of a son. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
LIX, 56 (OS) Broell, Leonhard Magnus.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 6 | A.L.S. 1p. | LIX, 56 (OS) | |
Paris. Was in the service of Mr. [Alexander] Gillon, commander of the frigare South Carolina. Mentions Phul, Thiriot, Radel and Desessement, merchants in Philadelphia. Wishes to be sent to America. (In German.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 141 Laubaréde, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 6 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 141 | |
Paris. Is an aged French gentleman, who has resided in London thirty-eight years; great misfortune in his life; loss of his moeny; partially paralyzed for six years; often dangerously ill; begs Franklin to send him assistance. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 140 Price, Richard, 1723-1791.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 6 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 140 | |
Newington-Green. Acknowledging Franklin's letter with the enclosures to the Royal Society, concerning air-balloons. Possibility of Franklin's visiting London. Honors conferred on Dr. [Joseph] Priestley. State of Franklin's health, his own and his wife's. Political affairs in England. His design to write concerning the United States. Account of the domestic troubles of Mr. [John] Paradise. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 77; Bigelow, VIII, 465). | ||||
LVII, 45 Gien, Denis Germain.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April 8] | Mem. in 3d P. 2p. | LVII, 45 | |
Petition relative to his claim against an American named [J.] Schaffer for food and clothing furnished to the latter while he was in prison in Paris. (In French.) General physical description: Mem. in 3d P. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 143 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 8 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 143 | |
Paris. As the Marquis de Lafayette is willing to supply him with every necessary to return home, begs Franklin to forward him a passport for L'Orient; promises upon his arrival in America to return Franklin's small loan with interest. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 144 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 9 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 144 | |
Paris. Explaining certain points in the manuscript he sent Franklin; begs him to make any corrections he may think fit and forward it to Congress along with his book. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 146 Forrest, Uriah.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 10 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 146 | |
London. Sending an enclosure, and offering his services in case he can be useful in any way. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 207 Shaffer, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April 10] | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLI, 207 | |
Paris. Acknowledging his kindness and protection; leaves Paris the next day. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XLIX, 1 Le Roy, David.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 11 | Diss. 18p. | XLIX, 1 | |
Memoir on flying machines and balloons in two parts, "Differentes idees sur la maniere de diriges l'aerostat" (XLIX, 1) and "Sur divers moyens de diriger l'aerostats', [1784 After August 12], (XLIX, 2). Describes different devices by which aeronauts can protest themselves from accidents and bodily injuries, should their balloon fall into the sea or on dangerous places on land. Devices for propelling and steering sir-balloons. How the car should be attached; the steering apparatus of the balloon at St. Cloud. How to protect from the harmful effects of sudden changes of temperature; aerial flights made by M. Blanchard in his balloon. Addressed to Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: Diss. 18p. Separated material: See also XLIX, 81, "Drawing Relating to Aerostation," [1783 or Later], in the Benjamin Franklin Papers Part 12--Correspondence of and Works by Others | ||||
XXXI, 147 Valnais, Joseph Jean Dupas d'Iden de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 11 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 147 | |
Paris. Acknowledging Franklin's kind attention to Mrs. de Valnais. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 148 La Condamine, Antoine La Sablière de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 12 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 148 | |
Franklin's remarks on the subject of Comus [Nicolas Philippe Ledru] and Mesmer have given him matter for thought; forgot to mention the pretended miracles of [James] Graham at London; belives it to be a case of charlatanism. his propsed visit to Paris. Sends Franklin a rhapsody, the fruit of his idleness; begs him, if he sees fit, to insert it in the "Journal Encyclopédique." Sends him a letter containing all the information he has been able to discover about Blet(t)on and his alleged extraordinary power. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. Access digital object: | ||||
XXXI, 149 Mauviel du Bouillon, Marie Pierre Thomas.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 14 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 149 | |
Fecamp. Left a widower with two children; not without some means; his desire to go to America, rent or buy land there which he proposes to cultivate; letters of introduction he can procure to the Chevalier de la Luzerne; none so important as the letter he now begs from Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 150 Webb, Benjamin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 15 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 150 | |
Geneva. Account of his bankruptcy and his relinquishment of everything to his creditors; accused by his enemies of secreting property to a large amount; driven by despair to take the fatal step of flight to a foreign shore; his return to England blocked by the malevolence of one man; in the meantime is dependent on friends for his support; sends copy of a memorial [3p.] to Franklin, setting forth his miserable situation and requesting contributions from those who knew him in his days of prosperity. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 151 Coffyn, Francis.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 16 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 151 | |
Dunkirk. Encloses a letter from M. Bodin at Lille concerning the price of bells. [1p. In French.] General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 153 Bancroft, Edward Nathaniel, 1772-1842.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 17 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 153 | |
Chiswick. Last report from his dear Papa speaks of his being about to sail for South Carolina. Death of his smallest sister Sophie from small-pox; all others were inoculated and look as well as ever. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 152 Baudoüin Barre, Angélique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 17 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 152 | |
Nantes. Repeats her previous account of the cruel situation in which she is placed; offers Franklin this opportunity to do a good deed. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 155 Boislandry, François Louis Legrand de, 1750-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 18 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 155 | |
Paris. Waited on Franklin the previous year with a letter from M. Veillard of Passy, relative to certain proposed commercial dealings with America; intention of the Company to establish one of their number in a suitable American port; before everything, they desire Franklin's opinion and advice; begs for an early interview. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIV, 124 Breteuil, Jacques Laure Le Tonnelier, Bailli de, 1723-1785.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] April 18 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIV, 124 | |
Paris. Is obliged to be absent from Paris for a month. Cannot receive the Assembly next Sunday. The Ambassador of Venice will take his place. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 154 Nolin, Abbé.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 154 | |
Paris. Concerning the translation made and printed by Franklin of [William] Bartram's Catalogue of Trees and Shrubs; begs the loan of the original English copy. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIV, 164 Le Roy, Jean Baptiste, 1720-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April 19] | A.L.S. 3p. | XLIV, 164 | |
The Commissioners appointed by the Academy will dine at his house, Hopes Franklin will not fail to attend the dinner. (In French.) | ||||
XXXI, 157 Thomson, Charles, 1729-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 19 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 157 | |
Annapolis. Enclosing a letter [1p.] from an old neighbor, Reuben Haines, containing all the information obtainable about Adam Marggrander. Recommends to Franklin's friendly advice and protection Mr. Isaac Norris, a young and inexperienced gentleman but capable of becoming a useful member of society; believes him to be at Liège begs Franklin to send him a letter there, introducing him to proper company. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 158 Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 20 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 158 | |
Paris. Enclosing a letter from [Etienne] Drouilhet [and Co.], concerning a bill which they have drawn on Franklin for twenty-seven hundred dollars. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 159 Barclay, David, 1729-1809.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 21 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 159 | |
London. Introducing his two nephews, Daniel Bell and David Barclay; glad of this opportunity to gain some information of Franklin's welfare. Effect on people's health of the long winter and late spring. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 160 Duché, Jacob, 1738-1798.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 21 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 160 | |
Asylum, Lambeth. Concerning the case of the eldest daughter of Mr. George Meade of Philadelphia, who has been unsuccessfully treated by the best physicians at home and in England for a complaint of the epileptic kind; her father's desire that she should be put under the direction of a M. Ledru (known in England as Comus) who has published an account of extraordinary curves by means of electricity; desires Franklin's advice concerning this new Parisian experiment, before the young lady undertakes the journey. Expects his father to join him in England. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 161 Johonnot, Samuel Cooper, 1768-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 21 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 161 | |
Boston. Account of his disagreeable voyage and his arrival in Boston, too late however to see his grandfather; acknowledging his faults in the past and his hopes for the future; left enough money by his grandfather to complete his education and enter the bar. Messages to Ben[jamin Franklin Bache]. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLIV, 205 Pigott, Robert, 1736-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April 22 - May 18] | A.L.S. 1p. | XLIV, 205 | |
Unable to dine at Passy as he proposed, on account of business; intends going to England Sunday morning. | ||||
XXXI, 162 Cadet-de-Vaux, Antoine-Alexis, 1743-1828.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 23 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 162 | |
Forwarding the proof of the letter kindly sent him by Franklin; begs him to send it to the Journal de Parisbefore 9 o'clock Sunday, so that it may appear in Monday's edition. The Indian flour has arrived. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 150 Fisher, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 25 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLI, 150 | |
Paris. About to set out for London; offers to carry letters or messages to any of Franklin's friends. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 163 Delapierre-Dalzan, François David, 1748-1821.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 25 | A.L.S. 6p. | XXXI, 163 | |
Florac. His reasons for desiring to live in America; the attraction for him of political, civil and religious liberty; desires to know what he may expect and what resources he may find there, refers Franklin to the Comte de Nozières for any information about himself; wishes his opinion about the desirability of settling in South Carolina, on the Pedee river. General physical description: A.L.S. 6p. | ||||
XXXI, 164 Poissonnier, Pierre Isaac, 1720-1798.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 26 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 164 | |
Paris. Writes on behalf of Messrs. Le Roy, Bailly and Lavoisier to ask if Franklin will receive them for dinner on Wednesday, together with the four Commissioners of the Royal Academy of Sciences; the object of the meeting is to discuss the plan to be followed in the inquiry into M. [Charles] Deslon's methods. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 156 Rochambeau, Donatien-Marie-Joseph de Vimeur, Vicomte de, 1750-1813.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 29 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 156 | |
Paris. The previous year sent him the first volume of the "Traité sur la Loi"; has just received from the author the second volume with a request to forward it to Passy; enchanted at the opportunity to declare his inviolable attachment to Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
LIX, 49 Stouppe, Pierre Louis.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 April 30 | A.L.S. 2p. | LIX, 49 | |
Ach. Wishes a position in America. (In German.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
LXXI, 102b Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 April] | N. 1p. | LXXI, 102b | |
Tuesday. Is not acquainted with the manner of making out memorials. Cannot say whether the enclosed one will answer the purpose. Will call on him to-morrow and confer about it. | ||||
XXVIII, 75 (OS) Vaughan, Samuel, 1720-1802.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] May 3 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXVIII, 75 (OS) | |
Philadelphia. Sends the petition [2p., dated March 12, 1784] presented to the Assembly of Pennsylvania, it being a joint request from the American Philosophical Society and the Library Company of Philadelphia for greater convenience in their accommodations; mentions certain lots on State House Square as most suitable for the design intended; opposition to this request; thinks a letter from Franklin arriving before the motion is made would have great influence. | ||||
XXXI, 165 Barrett, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 4 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 165 | |
Bordeaux. Has obtained a passage to America from one of the owners of a ship belonging to Ireland; informed by the Captain that on arrival he has to give security to the Chief Magistrate that all the passengers on board have an independence; appeals to Franklin for the truth of this. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 166 Lefebvre d'Abancourt, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 5 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 166 | |
Paris. Begging Franklin to hasten the return of three bills sent to his banker in March. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 167 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] May 6 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 167 | |
[Paris]. Difficulties in the way of Franklin's having all the Commissioners for dinner on Saturday; their desire to wait upon him Saturday afternoon, at which time a date might be arranged for the dinner. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 117 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] May 6 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLI, 117 | |
[Paris]. Naming a day when the Commissioners appointed to inquire into "Animal Magnetism," may see and confer with Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 168 Limon, Jérôme-Joseph Geoffroy de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 6 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 168 | |
Paris. Sends him a box and a packet which arrived in a case received from Mr. Benjamin Vaughan. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
LXIX, 103 Thomas, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 7 | L.S. 3p. | LXIX, 103 | |
With reference to his claim against Bache and Shee, of Philadelphia, and Mr. [Jonathan] Williams [Jr.], of Nantes, for a bale of dry goods shipped through the latter and for which he has not received a settlement. (In French. Press copy.) | ||||
LVI(ii), 8 (OS) United States. Continental Congress.
to the Ministers Plenipotentiary of the United States | 1784 May 7 - June 3 | D.S. 13p. | LVI(ii), 8 (OS) | |
Instruction for negotiating treaties of amity and commerce. (Press copy.) General physical description: D.S. 13p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in the Secret Journals of Congress, III, 484-489, 493-497, 510-511. | ||||
XXXI, 170 Bridgen, Edward, circa 1720-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 11 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 170 | |
London. Delivered to Colonel [Josiah] Harmar three rolls and one parcel; reasons for his delay in sending them; question of other commissions. Recommends "The Origin and Progress of Writing" by Mr. [Thomas] Astle. Expressing keen appreciation of Frankin's interest in his affairs in North Carolina. Messages from "his poor Patty." General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 173 Feriet, ------, Baron de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 11 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 173 | |
Versailles. The directors of the manufactory of St. Cloud have agreed to make all the glasses for the Harmonica; begs Franklin to step in during the day to contribute to the perfecting of the work and to judge of the methods proposed. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 172 Hopkins, Stephen, 1707-1785.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 11 | L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 172 | |
Providence. Introducing Mr. Solomon Drown, who goes to France in order to perfect his knowledge in the healing art and in the French language. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 169 Percival, Thomas, 1740-1804.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 11 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 169 | |
Manchester. Requesting Franklin's acceptance of his book Moral and Literary Dissertations, just published. Changes in England since Franklin left; death of Sir John Pringle; establishment of a very useful Literary and Philosophical Society in Manchester. Letter received from Mr. Vaughan, containing some curious observations on cold made by Professor Patrick Wilson at Glasgow. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLI, 50 Morel Dufaux, Benjamin.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] May 12 | A.L.S. 2p. | XLI, 50 | |
Paris. Important services rendered by him to the American cause; hopes Franklin will permit an introduction by his friend, M. Grand. | ||||
XLI, 109 Poissonnier, Pierre Isaac, 1720-1798.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 Before May 14] | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLI, 109 | |
Reminding him of his promise to sign the Report [on Animal Magnetism] of the Commissioners of the Royal Society of Medicine; it will be presented by M. Albert. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 175 Drummond, ------, Baronne de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 15 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 175 | |
Paris. Begging for some assistance with which to meet the demands of her lawyer; has no other fortune than a great name; trusts him to burn her letter. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 174 Gérard de Rayneval, J.-M. (Joseph-Mathias), 1736-1812.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 15 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 174 | |
Versailles. Introducing M. Chateaufort who is about to leave for America in the capacity of French Consul-General at Charleston. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 176 Laubaréde, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 15 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 176 | |
Paris. Begs for a few louis to relieve his terrible suffering; refers Franklin to the Dutch Ambassador, M. Armand, for proof of his unhappy state. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 178 Chevalier, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 16 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 178 | |
Paris. Concerning some work ordered from him in 1777 by M. Feutry, an engineer, who promised him prompt payment in Franklin's name; encloses his bill and begs for a settlement. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 177 Pintard, John Marsden.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 16 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 177 | |
Madeira. Enclosing an introductory letter from his uncle, Elias Boudinot, since which has received the appointment of Commercial Agent to the Island of Madeira and Porto Santo; if he can be useful in this capacity, begs Franklin to command him. Death of Mr. John Searle, Sr., will make no difference in the firm of that name; begs Franklin to recommend that house to any French company doing trade with the East. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 179 Saimier, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 16 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 179 | |
Paris. Enclosing a letter in English [2p.], dated circa May 4, 1784, from John Gardner, Captain of the ship Amity, and one in French [2p.] from M. Pierre Texier, merchant at Bordeaux; both documents concern the question of an unjust fine levied on part of the cargo of the ship Amity; informs Franklin that the affair has been practically arranged, with the exception of a nominal fine to be paid by Captain Gardner. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 179.5 Gaspard de Bebiniere, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 18 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 179.5 | |
Paris. Begs Franklin to be present in the garden of the Tuileries at five o'clock, to witness an exhibition he will give of a new kind of pump, an invention of his own, which produces a quart of water in twenty-five seconds. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 180 Pierres, Philippe-Denis, 1741-1808.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 19 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 180 | |
Paris. Begging Franklin to permit M. Baradelle to examine and make drawings of his small printing press, with an eye to simplifying the great number of French presses. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 181 (OS) Renaux, Alexandre-Joseph.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 19 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 181 (OS) | |
Paris. Desires to become an American subject; has two great draw-backs; his ignorance of English and his lack of a fixed income; desires to know in what capacity he may best render himself useful. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 182 Drummond, ------, Baronne de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 20 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 182 | |
Paris. Begs Franklin to befriend her as a woman of rank and as one of his unfortunate compatriots. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLII, 138 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 May 20] | A.L.S. 3p. | XLII, 138 | |
Versailles. Defends Mesmer, accuses [Charles] Deslon of treachery and calls upon Franklin as one of the Commissioners to see justice done. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXI, 184 Regnier, Jerome.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 23 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 184 | |
Tourcelles near Vouziers. Begging Franklin to forward the enclosed letter to his son, Pierre Regnier, Colonel's equerry in the American army and also the first Frenchman who took arms for the defense of those "islanders." (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 183 Young, Matthew, 1750-1800.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 23 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 183 | |
Trinity College, Dublin. Has sent Franklin his treatise, lately published, on Sir Isaac Newton's theory of the pulses of air. At one time be entertained, wiht several others, the plan of establishing a college in America, which was abandoned upon the outbreak of the war; still desires to be useful to America in some capacity; is a fellow of the University of Dublin with a salary of £600 a year; begs for Franklin's advice and urges the need of secrecy. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 186 Cadillac, Marie-Therèse Guyon.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 24 | Dr. of L. in 3d P. 4p. | XXXI, 186 | |
London. Concerning a large estate in America granted to her grandfather by Louis XIV; on being recalled to France he was forced to abandon these estates; her father died without seeing America; her own marriage to the noble Barthélemy de Gregoire and her present residence in London where she hoped to be put in possession of these estates; has just ascertained that by the latest treaty, her lands are included in the domains of Boston; their wish to avoid the expense of a trip to America; begs Franklin to put her in a position to obtain her rights. (In French.) General physical description: Dr. of L. in 3d P. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 185 Hopkinson, Francis, 1737-1791.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 24 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 185 | |
Philadelphia. The new French Encyclopédie. Attempt he has made to raise the [American] Philosophical Society from a state of lethargy; aided in this by [David] Rittenhouse and Mr. Vaughan, Reforms needed in the education of youth. Encloses a little publication of his in reference to the cleaning of the streets. Experiments with balloons. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 90). | ||||
XXXI, 187 Roulhac, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 25 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 187 | |
Limoges. Begs for information concerning two of his brothers; one, who left France in 1777 and was last heard from in May 1781 as married and settled near Bath; and the other, a younger one, who went out to join him in 1782, and whose last letter reached them from Baltimore before his meeting with his brother; fears they may have been led into some wrong-doing. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 189 Bassi, Antonio Benedetto.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 26 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 189 | |
Paris. Describes himself as a pupil of Père Beccaria, and as an unfortunate man of letters whose present illness has prevented his accomplishing an important literary work; begs assistance. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 188 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 26 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXI, 188 | |
Essay. Desiring to know if his manuscript was forwarded to Congress at the same time with his book; if only the latter was sent, will feel certain that the paper ought never to have seen the day. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXI, 190 Hunter, John, 1728-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 27 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXI, 190 | |
Paris. Packet sent to Mr. [John] Jay at Paris by Dr. [John] Witherspoon, who was ignorant of Mr. Jay's departure for America; desires that the packet may be opened by the gentleman who transacts Mr. Jay's business and the information contained therein acted upon. Returns to England the following Monday. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
LIV, 125 (13) Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de, 1725-1803.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 28 | A.D.S. 1p. | LIV, 125 (13) | |
Passy. Agreement in adjustment of accounts. In duplicate (see also: LIV, 125 (14)). General physical description: A.D.S. 1p. | ||||
LIV, 125 (14) Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de, 1725-1803.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 28 | A.D.S. 1p. | LIV, 125 (14) | |
Passy. Agreement in adjustment of accounts. In duplicate (see also: LIV, 125 (13)). | ||||
XXXI, 191 Alexander, William, 1729-1819.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 30 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 191 | |
Richmond, Virginia. Concerning his journey to Philadelphia, his high opinion of that city and the marks of kindness he received from Franklin's family. Account of his business; his decision to settle at Richmond for the present; prospect of Norfolk becoming a great mart; his meeting with the noteworthy men of Virginia. Franklin's old colleague, Arthur Lee, has been sent to treat with the Indians. Hopes his boy gives satisfaction to Franklin. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 192 Frisi, Paolo, 1728-1784.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 30 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXI, 192 | |
Milan. Has followed in the newspapers the great events so closely connected with Franklin. Takes this opportunity to introduce le Chevalier Castiglio, a member of one of the most distinguished Milanese families, who proposes making a tour in America, in order to study that brave nation more closely and also to continue his researches in Natural History. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXI, 193 Houdetot, Elisabeth Françoise Sophie La Live de Bellegarde, Comtesse d', 1730-1813.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May 31 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXI, 193 | |
Sannois. Begging for news of Franklin; describes in detail the easiest way for him to make the journey to Sannois, where she awaits his visit with the greatest pleasure; will be delighted also to receive his two grandsons. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXI, 194 Walter, John, 1739-1812.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 May | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXI, 194 | |
London. Acknowledging Franklin's kind letter and the present accompanying it. Concerning his new method of printing as contained in the pamphlet sent Franklin; will open his new printing-house on the first day of June; minute description of the arrangement on which the facility of the work depends; would be glad to have his improvement laid before the Court of France and would willingly send the King a complete printing fount, trusting only to that monarch's liberality. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 1 Huguet, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 1 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 1 | |
Paris. Is informed that Franklin sends persons to Russia to cultivate land there; begs Franklin to grant him a tract to land to clear and cultivate. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 2 Thompson, Thomas.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 2 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 2 | |
Dover. Informing him of the departure of Mr. [John] Jay and family on the ship Edward; their inability to carry with them the picture of the Marquis de Lafayette, intended for General Washington; asks instructions as to its further disposition. (In duplicate.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 3 Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 3 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 3 | |
Announcing his intended departure for L'Orient on the 22nd inst.; puts himself at Franklin's service. News received lately from America; great debates occasioned by the Cincinnati affair; intention of Congress to adjourn; the "Washington" packet offered for sale. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 4 Hill, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 4 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 4 | |
London. A maker and vendor of hair lockets, etc.; desires the Comte d'Artois to accept, for his princess, a handkerchief locket, containing an allegorical representation of the late conflict; begs Franklin to transmit the trinket to the Prince, who cannot refuse anything presented by so distinguished a character. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 5 Laurens, Henry, 1724-1792.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 4 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 5 | |
London. Introducing a son of John Parker, Esq., of South Carolina, who is studying law; expects to spend his next vacation in Paris. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 6 Fanning, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 5 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 6 | |
Angers. Enclosing a memorial [2 p.] setting forth his claim to certain lands in Florida, and desires to send a letter of attorney to have possession taken of them; begs Franklin to certify to his being a French subject. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 7 Dutartre, Antoinette-Thérèse Melin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 6 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 7 | |
L'Arbatetre. Sends a request from the Principal of an Irish College. Impossibility of her visiting "her dear Papa" ; asks if it is equally impracticable for Franklin to visit her; begs for a good English letter. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 8 Drogart, C..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 7 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 8 | |
Paris. Asking him to certify to certain signatures on a power of attorney which must be transmitted to Boston immediately. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 9 Forster's Frères.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 8 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 9 | |
Bordeaux. Sending the enclosed letter received from "R. F." by ship from Dublin and requesting an answer through their hands. Their offer to serve Franklin with wines; their hope in the future to open an extensive connection with their friends, Messrs. Bache and Shee. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 10 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 8 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 10 | |
Essay. Monsieur, the King's brother, is anxious to hear of the success of the writer's book in America; he is still in ignorance of whether it has ever been forwarded to Congress. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
LXXI, 72a Filleul, Anna Rosalie, 1752-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 June 9] | L. 1p. | LXXI, 72a | |
Announcing the birth of a son. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 12 Lacroix, ----- de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 9 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 12 | |
Marly-le-Roi. Reduced by shipwreck to a state of misery; is the inventor of a plan for the welfare of humanity, which he is unable to carry out from lack of means; begs Franklin to assist him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 11 Rosehill, Lord.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 9 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 11 | |
Rouen. Received Franklin's obliging information concerning his son; desires the names of any Virginia gentlemen of note at present in Paris; has a very considerable interest in New Jersey; hopes to wait on Franklin in July. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 13 Bridgen, Edward, circa 1720-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 10 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 13 | |
London. Forwards the accompanying book at the request of Mr. [Richard] Champion. Departure for New York of their mutual friends Mr. [Henry] Laurens and his son. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 15 Duane, James, 1733-1797.
Clinton, George, 1739-1812.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 12 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 15 | |
New York. Introducing Lieutenant-Colonel [Matthew] Clarkson, whose business in Europe is to solicit donations for the University of the State of New York; have instructed him to consult with Franklin on the best mode of accomplishing his mission. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 14 Laubaréde, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 12 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 14 | |
Paris. Repeating his request for a few louis d'or. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XL, 128 Nekrep, Johann von Gott, Abbé, 1738-1784.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 12 | A.L.S. 3p. | XL, 128 | |
Vienna. Acknowleding his politeness to him at Passy. Description of a balloon experiment at Vienna. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 18 Valazé, Charles-Eléonor du Friche de, 1751-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 15 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 18 | |
Essay. Introducing his nephew, M. Dufriche Des Genettes, who has studied medicine for four years in Paris, and now goes to England to learn the methods in vogue there; begs letters of recommendation for him . (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 16 Vicq-d'Azyr, M. (Félix), 1748-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 15 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 16 | |
Sends him the report of Messrs. Andry and Thouret on the magnets of l'Abbé Le Noble. The Royal Society of Medicine extremely flattered by Franklin's request for a collection of their volumes; will forward him the ones already printed. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 17 Witherspoon, John, 1723-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 15 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 17 | |
London. Introducing Mr. William Brown who has been a teacher in London and who goes to Paris to perfect his knowledge and pronunciation of the French language; if Franklin could procure him a position where he might teach English or the classics, it would be a true charity. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 38 Vicq-d'Azyr, M. (Félix), 1748-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 [After] June [15] | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 38 | |
[Paris]. Sends several copies of the promised report, also the third volume of the Collection of the Royal Society of Medicine; thanking him on behalf of the Society for the memoir of Mr. [John] Perkins. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XLIV, 262 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 16 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIV, 262 | |
Requests the return of the original registry or record book of the Commission, as it is to be copied. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 19 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 17 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 19 | |
Chaillot. The Commissioners [to investigate mesmerism] will wait upon him Saturday, before noon; they are Messrs. Majault, Sallin, Guillotin, D'Arcet, physicians; Messrs. Le Roy, de Bory, and Bailly, academicians; they will bring also M. [Charles] Deslon, and the young man who has already been the subject of an experiment, as well as Mesdames de Bory, de Romagni and de Moret. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 20 Bridgen, Edward, circa 1720-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 18 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 20 | |
London. Concerning the last five volumes of the Royal Society's Transactions, which he hopes by this time have arrived safely. Good wishes from himself and wife. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 21 Roubaud, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 18 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 21 | |
Aix. Pained by the want of accuracy displayed by the public papers; the United States of America is constantly referred to as the Thirteen United States in spite of the fact that Vermont was the fourteenth state to be admitted to the Union; appeals to Franklin to set the matter right. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 23 Ansart du Petit-Vendin, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 19 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 23 | |
Arras. Begs for information of his son, Louis de Maresquelle, Colonel of Artillery and Inspector-General of the foundries at Boston; no word received from him since 1781. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 22 Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 19 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 22 | |
Boston. Expected Congress to communicate to Franklin directly the powers committed to him, [John] Adams and himself. Expects to sail for France in July. His desire to meet with [John] Jay before his departure for America. News of Mrs. [Richard] Bache and her family. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 102; Bigelow, VIII, 505). | ||||
XXXII, 24 Le Roux, C. J. (Charles).
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 19 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 24 | |
Paris. M. Court de Gebelin, who has just died, honored him with his friendship. Introduces a Swiss, a man of letters, who expected to get a position in Paris through the kindness of M. de Gebelin, but his death has left him without resources; begs Franklin's aid. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 26 Bache, Richard, 1737-1811.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 21 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 26 | |
Philadelphia. A long time since they have heard from Franklin; their hopes of seeing him at home that summer, especially if it be true that Congress has slighted a late application of his, in spite of its meeting with general approval; powerful influence of Mr. J[ohn] A[dams] with some Congressional members. Dr. Franklin's letters to Dr. [Samuel] Cooper; the possibility of the Doctor's death preventing the letters from being made as public as Franklin wished; advisability of transmitting copies to some other friend in Boston. News of the family. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 27 Bache, Richard, 1737-1811.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 21 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 27 | |
Philadelphia. Introducing to Franklin's notice and civility, Mr. Francis West, eldest son of the late Mr. William West of Philadelphia. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 28 Bache, Richard, 1737-1811.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 21 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 28 | |
Philadelphia. Introducing his worthy friend, Mr. John Donaldson, of Philadelphia, a merchant of excellent character and reputation. Cannot help flattering himself that they shall have Franklin with them that summer. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 29 (OS) Rati, Joseph.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 21 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 29 (OS) | |
Genoa. Finds that the American flag is not respected by the Moors of Barbary; is afraid to return to New England with his rich cargo, in a ship only fit for a peaceable trade; has heard much talk of a pass granted by the French Court to American vessels trading in the straits; encloses a copy of his register [1 p.] to prove his vessel an American possession; if his request is refused, will be obliged to make his vessel a British bottom; begs Franklin's advice and direction. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 30 Bridgen, Edward, circa 1720-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 22 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 30 | |
London. Mr. [Richard] Champion's observations on Lord Sheffield's book. Motion by Mr. [Thomas] Astle, and carried in the Council of the Royal Society, to present Dr. Franklin with the gold medal, struck on account of the protection given to Capt. [James] Cook by the King of France and Empress of Russia. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 31 Stiles, Ezra, 1727-1795.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 22 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 31 | |
Yale College, [New Haven]. Introducing Colonel [David] Humphreys, a graduate of Yale, then a professor in that college, a distinguished soldier and a particular friend as well as Aide-de-camp to General Washington; his appointment by Congress as Secretary to the illustrious triumvirate of Ambassadors for negotiating commercial treaties with foreign powers; prophesies great things of the Colonel's future, especially as influenced by the councils and hoary wisdom of Dr. Franklin. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 32 Thiriot, J..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 32 | |
As long as he was able to earn a living, never asked aid; now he suffers from an incurable disease and is unable to walk; applies to Franklin for aid. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 34 Chase, Samuel, 1741-1811.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 28 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 34 | |
London. Introducing Mr. [Charles] Moss, son of the Bishop of Bath. Expects to sail before the middle of July. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 33 Lafayette, Marie Adrienne de Noailles, Marquise de, 1759-1807.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 28 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 33 | |
Paris. M. de Lafayette detained at L'Orient by contrary winds; informed by him that a package of letters has arrived from America; of the utmost importance that her husband should see any American mail arrived for him before his departure; begs for information as to this packet. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLII, 88 Le Maire de Gimel, Jacques.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 June 28] | L.S. 1p. | XLII, 88 | |
Requests Franklin ot endorse an enclosed memoir. Wishes to return at once to America. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 35 Frecon, Félix.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 29 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 35 | |
London. Is the author of a treatise on the rules of exchange in all countries trading with France; ignorant of certain facts appertaining to American exchange; applies to Franklin for this information, which is all that is needed to complete his book. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 36 Wilt et Delmestre.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 29 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 36 | |
Nantes. At the request of Mr. [John] Sparhawk, of Philadelphia, begs to know whether certain bills have been presented for acceptance; in case they have been, asks a certificate to that effect. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 37 Fontanges, Vicomte de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 June 30 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 37 | |
Nancy. Writes on behalf of his brother, the Vicomte de Fontanges, who has been omitted from the list of French officers, granted the Order of Cincinnatus; enumerates his brother's claims to this distinction and trusts Franklin will be able to procure it for him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
LVII, 119 Cadillac, Marie-Therèse Guyon.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 June] | L. 3p. | LVII, 119 | |
Petitions Franklin to help her secure possession of lands granted to her grandfather in the territory of Massachusetts. (In French.) General physical description: L. 3p. | ||||
XL, 170 La Croix, ----- de.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 June] | A.L.S. 1p. | XL, 170 | |
Asking some assitance in his unfortunate situation. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 40 Chadirac, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 1 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 40 | |
Paris. If it is in Franklin's power, begs him for the Cross of Cincinnatus; his claims to such an honor. (In French.) Includes Franklin's note of reply. The Order of Cincinnatus established by private agreement among the officers; has therefore no concern in it whatever; M. de la Fayette acted, until his departure, for that Society; has heard no one being left in his place. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 39 Masse, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 1 | A.L.S. 11p. | XXXII, 39 | |
Marseilles. A tirade against his countrymen, and the existing state of French society; his admiration for America; begs Franklin to procure him a position as servant to some English-speaking person; sneers at the relation of servants and masters in France. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 11p. | ||||
XXXII, 41 Cushing, Thomas, 1725-1788.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 2 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 41 | |
Boston. Refers Franklin to Governor [Thomas] Jefferson for the state of affairs in America. Introducing the Hon. Nathaniel Tracy, largely concerned in trade, and lately a member of the Senate. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 43 Le Couteulx et Cie.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 3 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 43 | |
Paris. Concerning the cargo of tobacco sent by Mr. [Robert] Morris as part-payment on £300,000 paid by them a month ago for account of the United States; they only sold this tobacco to the House of Berard after the Farmers[-General] had declined to pay him the forty-seven livres; should the Farmers be willing to treat at a regular price will engage M. Berard to prefer them for whatever is still left. Increase in the price of tobacco. (In duplicate.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 42 Pissot, Noël-Jacques.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 3 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 42 | |
Paris. Unable to send Franklin a copy of Cook's Voyage; in accordance with his request, sends him a list of those who have purchased the work; positive that anyone of those gentlemen would be delighted to lend him the book. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLII, 151 Lafayette, Marie Adrienne de Noailles, Marquise de, 1759-1807.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 4 | A.L.S. 1p. | XLII, 151 | |
Paris. Asking Franklin to grant an interview to one of their relatives who desires to settle in America. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 44 Le Cerf, Georges.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 4 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 44 | |
Paris. Reminds him of promised information concerning the establisment in America of a clock and watch-making concern; desires to know whether his proposal is acceptable or not; strongly inclined to settle in America with his little family; begs some information about any vessel sailing thither in September. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 47 Baudoüin Barre, Angélique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 6 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 47 | |
Nantes. Cannot believe she is the only one to be deprived of Franklin's benevolence; implores him to give her fifty louis. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 49 Caille, Etienne d'Audibert (Stephen).
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 6 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 49 | |
Paris. Has been appointed Mediator by the Emperor of Morocco, between His Majesty and those of the powers who wish for peace; offers his services in this capacity to the United States; various communications on this subject sent by him to Congress; desires to pay his respects to Franklin at any appointed time. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 48 Colson, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 6 | N.S. 1p. | XXXII, 48 | |
Paris. Deputed by La Maison Philantropique to remind him of their meeting on the following Wednesday; the assessment for July will be payable then. (In French.) Partly printed. General physical description: N.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 45 Junquieres, Louis Jacques Antoine de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 6 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 45 | |
Paris. Has need of his counsel on a matter which concerns the very interesting widow of a gentleman known to Franklin who left estates in Virginia. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 46 Vernet, Claude-Joseph.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 6 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 46 | |
Paris. Recommending M. Fossard, who desires to go to America; he will explain his purposes as well as the marriage which such a step will necessitate between himself and Mlle. de Montauville; commits both young people to Franklin's wisdom and protection. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 50 Dufresne, Bertrand, 1736-1801.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 8 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 50 | |
Versailles. At the request of the Maréchal de Castries, reminds Franklin of his letter of the 20th ult. concerning a plan for the redistribution of the prizes taken by Commodore [John] Paul Jones. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 53 (OS) et al.
Carayon, Jean Pierre.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 9 | A.L.S. 11p. | XXXII, 53 (OS) | |
Nimes. A detailed account of various fraudulent transactions; a cargo of merchandise sent to America under the supervision of his associates, Messrs. Bland and Ducastel; the sale or exchange of their cargo at Newbern, North Carolina; the sudden and suspicious death of both men; the news of the catastrophe and an offer of services sent him by Messrs. Vanschellebeck and Mailhot, French merchants established at Newbern; from this date, 1781, gives an account of the fraudulent actions of that firm aided by one Chaponel, who pretended to be Consul; in spite of reiterated promises not a dollar of their investment has returned to him; all has been taken; appeals to Franklin to see justice done him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 11p. | ||||
XXXII, 51 Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 9 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 51 | |
Madrid. Fulfilled his promise to return to Spain before the Royal family left Aranjuez. Franklin chosen a member of the Royal Academy of History; will send diploma and the letter of the Count de Campomanès by the next post. Translation into Spanish of the little works Franklin gave him. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 104). | ||||
XXXII, 52 Weems, M. L. (Mason Locke), 1759-1825.
Gant, Edward.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 9 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 52 | |
London. Natives of America and students of divinity, who, having no form of Episcopal ordination at home, came to England a year before for orders; refusal of the Archbishop [of Canterbury] to ordain them unless they took the oath of allegiance; deplorable state of affairs; in Maryland, out of sixty churches, thirty are vacant; wish to know if they can take orders in France. (In duplicate.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. Other Descriptive Information: Facsimile in Mason Locke Weems, Skeel ed., v. 2 p. 1. | ||||
XLI, 72 Masse, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 July 9] | A.L.S. 10p. | XLI, 72 | |
Marseilles. His former letter, enclosing certificate and asking for a place as domestic in an English household, has received no answer; begs for a reply. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 10p. | ||||
XXXII, 54 Doyle, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 10 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 54 | |
Flushing near Falmouth. Known to Generals Washington, Gates, and Mifflin and to Mr. John Adams. His well-known wishes for the prosperity of the British Colonies beyond the Atlantic; is not, however, a Republican; dislikes and disapproves of the present constitution of the Thirteen Colonies; unfolds his plan of dividing up North America into provinces regardless of the present State boundaries; goes on to suggest changes in the entire map of Europe. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XL, 155 Hilliard d'Auberteuil, Michel-René.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 July 11] | A.L.S. 2p. | XL, 155 | |
Sending Franklin a little work of his. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 55 Price, Richard, 1723-1791.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 12 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 55 | |
Newington-Green. His pamphlet on the American Revolution; letter form M. [Etienne François Marquis] Turgot; desires Franklin's advice concerning his right to order it printed and appended to his manuscirpt. Visit to Dr. [Joseph] Priestley. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 105). | ||||
XXXII, 56 Grubb, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 13 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 56 | |
Nantes. His marriage prevented by the difference between his belief and that of his fiancée; this obstacle can only be removed by the King's permission; begs Franklin to obtain this for them; promises to bring up their offspring to revere his name. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
LIX, 70 Schmoldt, Johann.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 16 | A.L.S. 3p. | LIX, 70 | |
Osten, Hanover. Electorate of Hanover is under supremacy of Great Britain. Many Hanoverians are desirous of emigrating to the United States, but, being obliged to pay 10 per cent. of their property to the Government, they desist. Could a clause be inserted in the treaty with Great Britain whereby this tax is removed? Advantage would be on American side. Many wealthy Hanoverian farmers would be induced to settle in the United States. (In German.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXVIII, 147 Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 16 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXVIII, 147 | |
Paris. Found among some papers the enclosed from Mr. [James] Hutton; thinks the verses on Franklin's portrait better expressed than those in print. Sends him Mr. Euler's book; thinks his theory of magnetism ingenious but not convincing. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 57 Feriet, ------, Baron de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 17 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 57 | |
Versailles. Announcing the arrival of the glasses without a scratch; as soon as the harmonica shall be brought to Versailles, he will do his best to complete the work to Franklin's satisfaction. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XL, 10 Thouret, Michel-Augustin.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 July 17] | A.L.S. 1p. | XL, 10 | |
[Paris]. Sending Franklin a copy of his work on Animal Magnetism. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 60 Du Calvet, Pierre, 1735-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 20 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 60 | |
London. Is the Canadian who communicated to Franklin in October the history of his misfortunes at Quebec during the stay there of the Americans in 1776; by order of the American Generals supplied them with all kinds of provisions, the money for which was never paid him; his cruel imprisonment in 1780 by order of General [Sir Frederick] Haldimand, on suspicion of favoring the Americans; the cost and slowness of the lawsuit he is instigating in London; begs Franklin to obtain from Congress the whole or at least a part of the money owing him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 58 Harding-Gatchez, Madame ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 20 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 58 | |
Cap Francais. Has discovered that the grandmother of her children, an Englishwoman, was named Franklin; honored by such a connection; her son goes to France to enter the service; hopes Franklin will not decline to receive him. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 59 Hill, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 20 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 59 | |
London. Announcing the completion of the locket; will forward it to Franklin, whom he trusts will condescendingly officiate on his behalf. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XL, 5 Hill, James.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] After July 20 | A.L.S. 3p. | XL, 5 | |
London. Sending him the locket about which he wrote before; explains its construction and allegorical meaning. See also XL, 161. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 62 Frohard de Lamette, François-Joseph.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 21 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 62 | |
Dunkirk. Recommends a branch of his family composed of a mother and eight children; his desire to have them settled in America; begs Franklin to stand towards them as father and find them a small plot of ground not far from his own home. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 61 Price, Richard, 1723-1791.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 21 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 61 | |
Newington Green. Introducing Mr. Lewis who wishes just to see Franklin. Sent him a letter by Lord Fitzmaurice, Lord Shelburne's eldest son, which formed part of a packet directed to Miss Wilkes at the Duchesse de la Valliere's. Has just been informed that M. Turgot left no family, a fact which removes some of his scruples. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIII, 27 Brillon de Jouy, Anne Louise Boyvin d'Hardancourt, 1744-1824.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] July 22 | A.L. 1p. | XLIII, 27 | |
Postponing a visit to Franklin. Invites him to luncheon on Saturday and promises to dine with him the following day. (In French.) Access digital object: | ||||
XXXVIII, 148 Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 22 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXVIII, 148 | |
Paris. Asking for certain papers connected with the ship, the Marquis de Lafayette. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXIX, 225 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 24 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXIX, 225 | |
The Hague. Enclosures for Congress and for M. Van Berkel. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 129 Barbançon, Augustin-Jean-Louis-Antoine du Prat, Comte de, 1750-1797.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 July 25] | L.S. 4p. | XLI, 129 | |
Lille. Successful planting of the pineapple sent him by Franklin. Fears his letter to Mr. Bartram, with Franklin's letter of recommendation, never reached its destination; sends another letter to which he begs him to add a few lines; offers to procure any plant which he desires cultivated in America. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 63 Campomanes, Pedro Rodriguez, Conde de, 1723-1803.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 26 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXII, 63 | |
Madrid. Remarks on Franklin's writings, especially on the piece entitled, "Information to those who would remove to America." Law in Spain as regards labor and the entailment of estates. Acknowledging his election as a member of the American Philosophical Society. Franklin's election to the Royal Academy of History. (In Spanish.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 114; Bigelow, IX, 17). | ||||
XXXII, 65 Daume et Compagnie.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 27 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 65 | |
Paris. Desiring to know the present whereabouts of [Anne Philippe Dieudonné] de Loyauté, late Colonel in the service of America, or of his agent the Chevalier de Loyauté debt owing M. Lazare Chavere by the former. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin. Has no knowledge of either gentleman; refers him to some of the French officers lately returned from America. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 64 Harrison, Benjamin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 27 | L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 64 | |
Richmond, Virginia. Requesting him to engage an architect who will execute a statue of George Washington for the State of Virginia; has written fully on this subject to Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson who will confer with Franklin on the whole of the business. General physical description: L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 114; Bigelow, IX, 17). | ||||
XXXII, 66 Pierrard, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 28 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 66 | |
Fenetrange. Refers Franklin to his letter of the 29th of March asking for information about a certain family who emigrated to America thirty years before; making all allowance for delays, hopes by this time Franklin has received some tidings of them. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 67 Jacob, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 30 | A.L.S. 4 p. | XXXII, 67 | |
Paris. Account of a curious experience; luminous undulations which dance before his eyes; his experiments in stormy weather most successful; in the twinkling of an eye, could kindle the lightning and cause the most tremendous explosions; begs permission to wait on Franklin and go into further detail. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 4 p. | ||||
XXXII, 68 Anisson-Duperon, Étienne-Alexandre-Jacques, 1748-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 31 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 68 | |
Paris. Regrets that absence from town caused him to miss the visit of Franklin's son; delighted to offer Franklin a copy of his work. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 69 Baluze, ------ de.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 July 31 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 69 | |
Paris. Her son living in the vicinity of Philadelphia; their letters to each other constantly lost; begs Franklin to put her in the way of finding a safe conveyance. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XLI, 133 Beyer, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] August 1 | A.L.S. 1p. | XLI, 133 | |
Has been ill several days and unable to work on his [musical] instruments; hopes to have it completed in a week. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 70 Giles, Aquila.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 1 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 70 | |
New York. Takes the liberty of sending to Franklin's care a letter to his friend, Colonel Clarkson. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXIX, 226 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 2 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXIX, 226 | |
The Hague. Magnificent sword destined for M. de Suffren. Important enclosures for Congress and M. Van Berkel. After the American Revolution, the next most important event is the alliance, nearly concluded, between France and the Netherlands. (In French). | ||||
XXXII, 71 Dusaray, Françoise Gullien des Mignons.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 4 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 71 | |
Mont Saint Vincent. Begging for a passage for herself and family to America, and for the means of raising her seven children. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 72 Lenoir, Jean-Charles-Pierre, 1732-1807.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 4 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 72 | |
In obedience to Franklin's request, has delivered the packet from England to his address without sending it to the Syndics. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 73 Bridon de la Maillardière, Vincent Pierre.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 7 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 73 | |
Nantes. Not knowing Mr. Jonathan Williams [Jr.]'s address, asks Franklin to forward him the enclosed. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 75 Gouvion, Jean-Baptiste de, 1747-1792.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 8 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 75 | |
Paris. Sends his servant for the promised letter to Mr. [Robert] Morris. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 74 Ryan, Luke.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 8 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 74 | |
Paris. Acknowledging the letter of recommendation to the Maréchal de Castries; has delivered it with his petition; begs Franklin to remind the Minister of his affair. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLI, 128 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784] August 9 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLI, 128 | |
[Paris]. Begging Franklin to read and sign certain papers [relative to the inquiry into Animal Magnetism]. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 76 (OS) Cain, Alexander.
Collins, Mark.
Jones, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 9 | L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 76 (OS) | |
L'Orient. The wide-spread belief in America that both the town and port of L'Orient had been declared free, and that magazines were established there of all kinds of goods suitable to American markets; disappointed in both their beliefs; will not dwell on the loss this means to them and their owners; informed that the edict of May 14th is only suspended for a short time; wish to know if this is so, as they desire to make a true report of the case on their return to America. The advantage to American trade of having the above port free. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Cain is Commander of the ship St. James; Collins is the Commander of the ship Heer Adams; Jones is Commander of the ship Eagle. | ||||
XXXII, 77 (OS) Lemoyne, Simon Sylvestre Clément.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 9 | L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 77 (OS) | |
Paris. Concerning the unfortunate affair of M. D'Argaynarats, who deserves some indemnity from Congress for his great losses; if the money cannot be refunded, suggests his appointment as Consul; encloses his memoir [3 p.] setting forth the sale of his cargo in America; his payment in paper money and the subsequent announcement by M. De L'Etombe, Consul at Boston, of its absolute worthlessness; encloses copy of this letter as well as other details connected with the sale of the cargo [4 p.]. (In French.) General physical description: L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 78 Gardner, John.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 10 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 78 | |
London. Through Franklin's kindly intervention, the Farmers-General has remitted the unjust fine on his tobacco. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 79 Baudoüin Barre, Angélique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 11 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 79 | |
Nantes. Once more applies to Franklin for the fifty louis. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 80 Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 11 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 80 | |
Saint Ildefonso. Sending him the answer from the Count de Campomanès and begging Franklin to make a speedy reply to it. Reports of a treaty with Spain being shortly concluded by Congress; when it is decided, begs to be the one to notify the Court; discouraged by the silence of Congress. Begs Franklin not to leave this world, even if Mme. Helvétius invites him to Elysium, until America is hors d'affaire with all the potentates of Europe. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXIX, 227 Dumas, Charles-Guillaume-Frédéric, 1721-1796.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 12 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXIX, 227 | |
The Hague. Enclosures for Congress, M. Van Berkel and M. le Duc de la Vauguyon, to be sealed and sent on by Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XLIX, 2 Le Roy, David.
to Benjamin Franklin | [1784 After August 12] | Diss. 26p. | XLIX, 2 | |
Second part of a memoir on flying machines and balloons. Entitled "Sur divers moyens de diriger l'aerostats" (XLIX, 2). See also Le Roy to Frankllin, 1784 April 11, (XLIX, 1), above. Other Descriptive Information: See also XLIX, 81, "Drawing Relating to Aerostation," [1783 or Later], in the Benjamin Franklin Papers Part 12--Correspondence of and Works by Others | ||||
XXXII, 82 Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 13 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 82 | |
Saint Ildefonso. Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's account of the silence of Congress to its servants perfectly satisfactory, but that towards the Court of Spain is another question; intends writing to the Commission of the necessity of speaking openly, generously, as well as firmly and respectfully to Spain; thinks he is the proper channel for all such communications. His willingness to live and die with Franklin's family. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 81 La Morliere du Tillet, Alexis-Charles Magallon de, 1707-1799.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 13 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 81 | |
Chateau de Lussiennes, Marly-le-Roy. Introducing his son, a distinguished officer under the Count d'Estaing, who fully merits the honor he wishes to beg of Franklin. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXVIII, 149 Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 13 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXVIII, 149 | |
Havre-de-Grace. The enclosed from his father-in-law [Mr. William Alexander] will give Franklin an idea of his business and situation. Hopes to see him in about fifteen days. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 83 Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 16 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXII, 83 | |
New York. His acknowledgment of a very handsome silver medal, handed him by the Marquis de Lafayette. The spirit of peace not yet established; avarice and ambition poisons every benefit expected from the Revolution. Arrival of Mr. Lawrence; no opportunity as yet to converse with him. Account of an hour's talk with Mr. [John] Jay ; thinks their friends head is so stuffed with flattery and so crammed with vanity as to greatly impair his usefulness. Expects much from the Marquis de Lafayette, if he steers clear of paltry parties. Introducing Captain Williamos, who will tell much Indian and Canadian history; thinks France might employ him to good purpose. Trusts Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson and Dr. Franklin are on the most confidential footing; thinks the former merits Dr. Franklin's friendship. Colonel [David] Humphr[e]y[s] authorized by Mr. Robert Morris to provide the medals so long ordered by Congress for certain officers; begs Franklin to remind the Colonel of his (Gates'), in order that Saratoga may not be so soon forgot. Threatened with blindness. His good wishes for Franklin and for the success of the Republic. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXII, 86 Beauharnais, Fanny, Comtesse de, 1737-1813.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 20 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 86 | |
Writes on behalf of a poor unfortunate who has been obliged to quit work owing to a fall; begs Franklin to add a few louis to those which he has already received; though a stranger, makes this plea to Franklin on the strength of his well-known kindness to the poor. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 85 Perregaux, J. F. (Jean-Frédéric), 1744-1808.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 20 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 85 | |
Paris. Encloses a bill from M. Le Veux; begs its acceptance and return as soon as possible. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 84 Salucci, Antonio Francesco, et fils.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 20 | L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 84 | |
Leghorn. Their desire to encourage a flourishing commerce between Tuscany and America; since their first venture, have sent out three ships loaded with Tuscan produce; the advantages of such a trade; the only disadvantage, the danger to the ships from the Barbary States; strongly recommends to Congress the desirability of removing this drawback. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 87 Chabaud, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 23 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 87 | |
Paris. His early departure for St. Domingo; begs Franklin to urge Mr. [Thomas] Barclay to send him the desired information as soon as possible. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 89 McHenry, James, 1753-1816.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 24 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 89 | |
Baltimore. Flattering reception of the Marquis de Lafayette. The adjournment of Congress and the dissolution of the Committee of the States. The States in great harmony with each other; Rhode Island alone resisting the import. The hope of Franklin's friends that he will not retire until peace is certain. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. Other Descriptive Information: Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 135). | ||||
XXXII, 88 Morris, Robert, 1734-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 24 | L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 88 | |
Philadelphia. Introducing Mr. John Rucker, one of the acting partners in a commercial house lately established by Mr. Morris in New York. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 90 Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 26 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXII, 90 | |
Calais. His safe arrival at Calais in spite of the dilapidated condition of his carriage; arrangements made with M. Dessein for its repair. His efforts to procure the English papers for Dr. Franklin at a cheaper rate. If enough travellers arrive to make up the price of boat, will cross the Channel that day. Desires news of him and M. [Louis Guillaume] Le Veillard, whose illness he deplores; has not much faith in magnetism but prefers it to such continual bleeding. Reminds him of the promised letter to Mrs. Clark. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXII, 91 Strahan, William (1715-1785).
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 26 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 91 | |
London. Introducing Mr. [Thomas] Berdmore, the celebrated dentist, who goes to Paris on a pleasure jaunt. Visit he received lately from the Governor [Wm. Franklin]; glad there is nothing now to interrupt his correspondence with Franklin. Urges him to visit England. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 93 Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 27 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 93 | |
Calais. Detained by contrary winds; hopes to get off before night. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 94 Vicq-d'Azyr, M. (Félix), 1748-1794.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 27 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 94 | |
[Paris]. Deputed by the Royal Society of Medicine to Send Franklin the tickets for their next public meeting; afraid Franklin's indisposition will prevent his being present; promises to send him the papers which will be distributed. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 95 Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 28 | A.L.S. 4p. | XXXII, 95 | |
Dover. His arrival in Dover after a stormy passage; was sick the enire time; since sleeping and renewing his acquaintance with beefsteak and potatoes, feels better. Arrangements he has made in order that Dr. Franklin may receive the English papers at much less expense. Settlements in connection with the family picture of the Marquis de la Fayette and arrangements for sending it to America. General physical description: A.L.S. 4p. | ||||
XXXII, 96 Harrison, Benjamin.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 28 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 96 | |
Richmond, Virginia. Recommending to Franklin's kind attention and civilities Mr. William Short, a man of considerable abilities, who goes to France to join his friend, Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 97 Shewell, Robert.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 29 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 97 | |
Philadelphia. Forwarding the Resolve of Congress respecting the seizure of the brig L'Aimable Elizabeth at St. John's, Newfoundland, by Nicholas Gill, Judge of the Court of Vice Admiralty at that place; letter from Mr. Charles Thomson, Secretary to Congress, asking Dr. Franklin to procure Mr. Shewell redress; direction given to Mr. John Warder of London in the prosecution of Mr. Gill; begs Dr. Franklin to write Mr. Warder on the subject, if it be deemed necessary. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 99 Besnard, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 30 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 99 | |
Courville. Report that Franklin is in search of some one to locate iron mines in America and construct furnaces and iron-forges; offers his services. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin. What he has heard is a mistake; everywhere in America are men skilled in locating and working iron mines; thanks him for his offer but cannot encourage him to leave his own country. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 98 Proth, J. F..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 August 30 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 98 | |
Montreville near Verdun. Report that the United States desires some French Catholic priests; offers his services. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin. The Government of the United States in no way concerned with the appointment of priests; his recommendation therefore would not only be improper but of no use. General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
LI, 14 Thiriot, J..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 1 | 1 page(s) | LI, 14 | |
Verses in praise of Franklin. (In French.) | ||||
XXXII, 100 Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 2 | A.L.S. 5p. | XXXII, 100 | |
London. Account of his attack of fever and ague at Canterbury, his pushing on to London and his arrival at his father's; has been ill in bed ever since; his father and the landlady all attention. Has forwarded the various letters, together with the watch for Mr. [John Hyacinth de] Magellan and the packet of the Report [on Animal Magnetism] to Sir Joseph Banks. Lord Shelburne not in town at present; promises to carry out his instructions as concerns Mrs. Holt and to call on Mme. d'Hauteville. General physical description: A.L.S. 5p. | ||||
XXXII, 101 Moutard, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 2 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 101 | |
Paris. Presenting Dr. Franklin with twelve copies of the reports on [animal] magnetism. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin, acknowledging and accepting the same. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 102 Huet de la Valinière, Pierre, 1732-1806.
to Benjamin Franklin with Franklin's Draft of a Reply | 1784 September 3 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 102 | |
Ingrande-sur-Loire. His residence as a priest in Canada for twenty-six years; account of his subsequent misfortunes; desires to know whether the Catholic religion is tolerated in Vermont, whether he and those who accompany him would receive a grant of land along some river, and also the address of certain bishops who have established themselves not far from Canada; thinks many Canadians would embrace the chance of leaving their country. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin. Catholic religion tolerated in all the States; lands not given gratis in any of them; knows nothing of the establishment of bishops mentioned; no provision made for transporting strangers to America; disapproves of enticing French subjects to quit France. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 103 Bridgen, Edward, circa 1720-1787.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 4 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 103 | |
London. Introducing a particular friend, Mr. [Stratford] Canning. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 104 Houdetot, Elisabeth Françoise Sophie La Live de Bellegarde, Comtesse d', 1730-1813.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 5 | A.L. 2p. | XXXII, 104 | |
Has just received a letter from the Comte de Mirabeau from London where he has fled after a succession of lively quarrels with the Keeper of the Seals, following the loss of a law-suit against his wife; desires to attend to his business himself; afraid of being deceived by the printers and book-sellers there; begs Franklin for a letter to an honest book-seller, and one to Dr. [Richard] Price or anyone who would be useful to the Count in this emergency; hopes to wait on Franklin soon. (In French.) General physical description: A.L. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 105 Ox, Pierre, 1752-1821.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 6 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 105 | |
Paris. Considers that he and his wife have seen nothing in Paris if they fail to see Dr. Franklin; their fellow-citizens of Bâle, Switzerland, will ask them this question first of all; begs for the honor of a few moments' audience. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 107 Chapel, Jacques.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 7 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 107 | |
Valenciennes. Expects shortly to go to London on business; begs Franklin to give him a letter to the American Minister there with a request to point out the most reliable commercial houses. (In French.) A. E. by Dr. Franklin. As yet there is no American Minister in London; has been too long absent himself to give the desired information. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 106 Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 7 | A.L.S. 6p. | XXXII, 106 | |
London. Has gotten the better of the fever and ague, but is still very weak; owes his recovery to Dr. [John] Jeffries, his landlady, his father and Peruvian bark; desires a longer congé, in order to accompany his father to the seashore for ten or twelve days; all of the nobility and gentry out of town; the habit of the English to try sea-bathing once a year, as they are all more or less troubled with scurvy. Visits he expects to pay; drank tea with the Paradise family; their gratitude to Dr. Franklin. General physical description: A.L.S. 6p. | ||||
LXXIII, 64 Maison philantropique de Paris.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 7 | 1 page(s) | LXXIII, 64 | |
Announcement of a forthcoming assembly. | ||||
XXXII, 108 Bailly, Jean Sylvain, 1736-1793.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 8 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XXXII, 108 | |
Chaillot. Sends the original document for perusal prior to his signing it the following day together with all the other Commissioners [to investigate animal magnetism]; although there is nothing secret in the work of the Committee, begs Franklin not to let it be seen, owing to certain articles, concerning which the Committee has not judged it proper to explain themselves; desires this letter burnt. (In French.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 109 Lacoudrais, Nicolas Louis Guillaume.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 8 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 109 | |
Honfleur. Introducing himself as a merchant as well as Swedish Consul at Honfleur; no one at this port to look after the commercial interests of the United States; applies for the position of American Consul there. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 110 (OS) Benincasa, L..
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 10 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 110 (OS) | |
Ancona. Wrote to the Marquis de Castries, in his quality of Consul-General of France at Ancona, asking his advice as to the treatment of American vessels; the reply was to treat them as friends and allies of France, to write Dr. Franklin concerning the appointment of an American Consul; applies for this position for himself. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 111 Adams, John, 1735-1826.
Adams, Abigail, 1744-1818.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 11 | L. in 3d P. | XXXII, 111 | |
[Paris]. Inviting Dr. Franklin and his grandson to dine with them, and begging the loan of one of his servants as both their men-servants are ill. General physical description: L. in 3d P. | ||||
XXXII, 113 Du Calvet, Pierre, 1735-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 14 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 113 | |
London. Applies again for the money owing him by the United States; General [Sir Frederick] Haldimand has been recalled from Quebec; only needs money to prosecute his suit with success; has interested the Comtes de Vergennes and d'Adhémar in his case; begs Franklin to help him obtain his just dues. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 112 Grasse, François Joseph Paul de Grasse, Comte de, 1722-1788.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 14 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 112 | |
Toulon. Asking Franklin's aid to procure him the decoration of Cincinnatus; gives an account of certain manoeuvres by which he protected the debarcation of General [John] Sullivan's troops; this would constitute a feeble claim to such an honor, were not Franklin to fortify the request by the greatness of his name. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 114 Charrin, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 17 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 114 | |
Saint Chamond. Desires to know the surest and quickest means of being reimbursed for a contract of the Pennsylvania Loan Office, acquired in 1780 and due for payment in 1783; desires a word of recommendation to the Treasurer of Congress. (In French.) A. E. by Franklin. American paper of no use in Europe; it ought to be returned to some person in America who may make the demand; no use sending any recommendation. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 115 Hüe, ------.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 19 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 115 | |
Calais. His aged mother left in the world without any other prop than himself; poor as he is, desires to bring her to live with him, unable to do this without the sum of 50 écus; applies to Franklin to help him accomplish this act of filial tenderness. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 117 Baudoüin Barre, Angélique.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 20 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 117 | |
Nantes. Will not despair of Dr. Franklin's ultimate assistance; implores him to take pity on her. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 116 Whatley, George.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 20 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 116 | |
London. Introducing Dr. [William] Rowley, one of the physicians in the London College; he goes to Paris to arrange for the publication of a work in Greek and Latin. Remarks on the choice of Franklin to look into the business of magnetism. General physical description: A.L.S. 2p. | ||||
XXXII, 118 Du Calvet, Pierre, 1735-1786.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 24 | A.L.S. 3p. | XXXII, 118 | |
London. Concerning the debt due him by the United States; has just been informed by Mr. Lambert, banker at Paris, that he must write himself to Congress and forward the papers proving his claim; reproaches Franklin with not having kept his promise to write to Congress and thereby causing him a year's delay; explains the difficulties of settling this affair without Franklin's assistance. (In French.) General physical description: A.L.S. 3p. | ||||
XXXII, 119 Canning, Stratford.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 25 | A.L.S. 1p. | XXXII, 119 | |
Paris. Promising to take care of the packet of letters received from Franklin; acknowledging those for America for Mr. Burrowes. General physical description: A.L.S. 1p. | ||||
XXXII, 120 Carmichael, William.
to Benjamin Franklin | 1784 September 25 | A.L.S. 2p. | XXXII, 120 |