Benjamin Franklin Papers -- Hays Calendar
Part 10
1776-1790
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Hays Calendar part 1: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1730-1767 412 items
Hays Calendar part 1: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1768-1776 663 items
Hays Calendar part 2: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1777 January-August 555 items
Hays Calendar part 2: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1777 September-1778 March 666 items
Hays Calendar part 3: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1778 April-September 690 items
Hays Calendar part 3: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1778 October-December 715 items
Hays Calendar part 4: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1779 January-May 521 items
Hays Calendar part 4: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1779 June-November 553 items
Hays Calendar part 5: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1779 December-1780 May 524 items
Hays Calendar part 5: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1780 June-December 553 items
Hays Calendar part 6: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1781 January-December 687 items
Hays Calendar part 6: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1782 January-December 582 items
Hays Calendar part 7: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1783 January-May 436 items
Hays Calendar part 7: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1783 June-November 396 items
Hays Calendar part 8: Letters to Franklin 1783 December-1785 May 780 items
Hays Calendar part 9: Letters to Franklin (section I) 1783-1786 424 items
Hays Calendar part 9: Letters to Franklin (section II) 1787-1789 395 items
Hays Calendar part 10: Letters to Franklin, receipts, bills 1790 January-April, n.d. 315 items
Hays Calendar part 11: Letters from Franklin 1733-1789 711 items
Hays Calendar part 12: Miscellaneous Franklin items (section I) 1640-1778 605 items
Hays Calendar part 12: Miscellaneous Franklin items (section II) 1779-1791 758 items

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 Letters to Benjamin Franklin.



From Perkins, James Jr. Boston., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 January 7 A.L.S. 2p. XXXVI, 192 1/2.

Concerning the 11th Article in the treaty between France and America, namely, that the subjects of the United States shall not be reputed aliens in France and are exempted from the droits d'aubaine; this has been made to apply solely to the Continental dominions of France; the French Colonies denied its benefits; their estates confiscated on their decease; desires to know the true significance of the said Article; his interest in Saint Domingo his excuse for this request.

From Barton, William. Philadelphia., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 January 15 A.L.S. 1p. XXXVI, 193.

Reminds Franklin that he possesses several papers which he intended to communicate to the American Philosophical Society; a meeting to be held that evening, if Franklin is not too much indisposed he may desire to make the communication then.

From Pemberton, James. Philadelphia., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 February 5 A.L.S. 1p. XXXVI, 194.

Enclosing two copies of a memorial by the Pennsylvania Society for promoting the Abolition of Slavery; requests Franklin, as President of the Society, to forward one to the President of the Senate and the other to the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

From Redick, David. Philadelphia., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 February 12 A.L.S. 2p. XXXVI, 195.

Returning the letters, etc., with which he favored him; pleased to find a French nobleman so democratic; surprised that France should take America rather than England as an example; puts that down to Franklin's influence; his appreciation of Franklin's esteem and his conviction of his own unworthiness.

From Le Ray de Chaumont, fils. New York., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 March 8 A.L.S. 2p. XXXVI, 196.

His father's accounts with the United States not yet finally settled; wishes to hasten matters in order to return to France; begs Franklin to add a line to the enclosed letter to Mr. [Edmund] Randolph, if he thinks it will help; his father still at Chaumont, refusing to settle his business or sell any of his property before the writer's return.

From Preaud, L. Mâcon France., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 March 8 A.L.S. 1p. XXXVI, 197.

Death of his brother-in-law, Honoré Girond, in North Carolina; desires Franklin's influence to obtain from the French Consul, the settlement of his brother's estate.
(In French.)

From Peters, Richard. Philadelphia., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 March 29 A.L.S. 1p. XXXVI, 198.

Concerning a bill before the House on an application of John Churchman; a letter from Mr. [Nevil] Maskelyne to Franklin said to contain some material information; begs Franklin to send the letter or an extract from it.

From Williams, Jonathan Sr. Boston., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 April 1 A.L.S. 2p. XXXVI, 200.

Annoucing the death of his wife; her many admirable qualities; his Aunt [Jane] Mecom much shaken by this loss.

From Peters, Richard. Philadelphia., to Benjamin Franklin 1790 April 2 A.L.S. 1p. XXXVI, 199.

Returning Mr. [Nevil] Maskelyne's letter.

Letters of unknown date, received during Franklin's residence in France ca.1776-1785


From Aillaud, Madame., to Benjamin Franklin August 26 A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 159.

Begging his influence with Comte de Buffon to procure her a pension; Mlle. Basseporte's precarious state of health renders this precaution necessary.
(In French.)

From Appleton, John. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin [1780] L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 123.

Accepting invitation to dine with Franklin.

From Baberty, Jacques Christopher. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin April 5 A.L.S. 3p. XLI, 113.

Asking for assistance to enable him to return to his family in Canada.
(In French.)

From Bachelier, Jean Jacques., to Benjamin Franklin [1777? June 9] N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 21b.

Requests return of his memoir on "Le Cours d'Arts and Metiers."
(In French.)

From Baillard, Nicolas., to Benjamin Franklin
L.S. 2p. XLII, 92.

Was watchman of the ship "Eliza Belle" captured by American privateers; requests Franklin to let him have the wood used for packing the cargo of said vessel.
(In French.)

From Bancroft, Edward., to William Temple Fracnklin [1779 bet. March 21 and March 24] A.L.S. 1p. LXXIV, 96.

Has received the enclosed letter (LXXIV, 97, see Vol. IV, p. 369) from Mrs. Bousie respecting the passport. Has some knowledge of Mr. Audibert, Captain of the Port of Calais, and from his letter has no doubt of Mr. Sartine's having given the passport mentioned.

From de Barnsais, -----., to Benjamin Franklin [1777?] A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 90.

Application for assistance.
(In French.)

From Baussan, Madame N., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 141.

Very much annoyed that their trip to Versailles did not include more of Franklin's society; begs him to make it up to her another day.
(In French.)

From Baussan, Mme N., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLIII, 134.

Postponing the date for a dinner to which Franklin was invited. Hopes Mme. Brillon and her family will be able to come with Franklin.
(In French.)

From Berington, Joseph. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 103.

Presenting a letter of introduction from Dr. [Joseph] Priestley, with his last two publications; anxious to wait on Franklin at Passy, if his limited time permits. Urges Franklin to reunite a divided and falling empire.

From Berna, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. LXX, 25.

Requesting Dr. Franklin to send his reply to a letter from M. Dumont of Mayence.
(In French.)

From de Bissey, Mlle. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 ?] January 21 A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 96.

Is a half orphan, aged eighteen; ill in bed at present; begs Franklin to come to see her; promises to excite his pity and deserves his assistance.
(In French.)

From Blanchard, -----. Paris?, to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 12p. XLI, 120.

Kindness shown him by M. de MacMahon. Detailed account of his present unfortunate situation; begs for assistance.
(In French.)

From Blanchard, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 3p. XLI, 121.

If Dr. Franklin cannot aid him in any material way, craves a few moments' audience.
(In French.)

From Bond, D., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 135.

Asking a question or two concerning the certificates.

From de Bougon, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 29a.

Inquires what day he and Dr. Franklin are invited to dine at the Duc de la Val[l]ière's .
(In French.)

From De Bourzeil, Dr., to Benjamin Franklin
L.S. 1p. XLII, 99.

Sending a pamphlet on the science of healing.
(In French.)

From Breda, Victor., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 97.

His present destitute condition; a Swiss by birth; taken prisoner by the English at the battle of Trenton; begs Franklin to send him back to America, where he desires to finish his days.
(In French.)

From Bremont, Alexis., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 2p. LVII, 97.

Served in the United States, begs Dr. Franklin for assistance.
(In French.)

From Dumay, Esther Brickland., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. LX, 29.

Appeal for assistance to enable her to rejoin her husband Ignace Dumay, who is at Metz.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme. La Thuillerie., to Benjamin Franklin 22d A.L. 1p. XLIII, 40.

Was sorry to hear that Franklin has been ill. Will go to see him in a few days on her return to Passy.
(In French.)

FromBrillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Saturday evening. A.L. 1p. XLIII, 51.

Inviting Franklin to come to her house with a friend of his.
(In French.)

FromBrillon, Mme. Franconville., to Benjamin Franklin [1778?] Tuesday 9th A.L.S. 3p. XLIII, 53.

Description of the country place where she is stopping. Would be happier living there always with her children and a few friends than in Paris.
(In French.)

FromBrillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Wednesday morning. A.L. 1p. XLIII, 63.

M. [Francois Philippe] Charpentier, a skilful machinist and a friend of the Abbé de St. Non will call to see Franklin about some printing presses.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Dec. 10-15 Thursday morning A.L. XLIII, 67.

Reminds Franklin of his promise to lend her one of his works in which he explains the phenomenon of water spouts. Likes serious and instructive reading.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLIII, 73.

Speaks of her sadness after Franklin's departure from her country house where he had stayed a few days. He has taken in her affections the place of her father whom she last too soon. Asks Franklin to come back again to her house with his son. [William Temple Franklin] and M. [Louis Guillaume] Le Veillard.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 ?] Tuesday evening A.L. 1p. XLIII, 75.

"A band of corsairs," mostly of the female sex, is going to make an attack on Franklin's house and larder on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Thursday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 76.

Her daughter being sick, is unable to call on Franklin that morning.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme. Passy., to Benjamin Franklin 30th Sunday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 78.

M. [Paul Jérémie] Bitaubé has been introduced to her. Asks Franklin to bring him on Wednesday evening. Does not think he needs to buy a certain secret for imitating handwriting, as he seems to have stolen it.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 ?] Sunday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 81.

M. Brillon has been unable to get a harp. Can send him a piano if it will serve his purpose.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme. Passy., to Benjamin Franklin 22d Thursday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 84.

Relating an occurrence which had taken place at a friend's house when a certain American, and an intimate friend of Franklin, had insulted a lady there present by throwing her letter on the ground and walking on it. The lady is very angry over the affair. Only Franklin can arrange the matter. Invites him to tea and asks him to bring his compatriot.
(In French.)

FromBrillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin ----- Saturday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 98.

Returning a letter of Franklin's for M. [Pierre Charles] de Parseval. Nothing to correct in it.
(In French.)

Bibliography:
Printed in Proc. Am. Phil. Soc., XL, 110.

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Wednesday morning. A.L. 1p. XLIII, 107.

Sends a letter from the good Bishop of M---- who had just left for Corsica. Asks Franklin to carry out the Bishop's recommendations if possible.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Saturday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 99.

Asks Franklin to return her the good Bishop's letter, as she wishes to write to him.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. 1p. XLIII, 100.

Chides Franklin for leaving her house earlier than usual one evening, because she was engaged with some ladies. Was annoyed and angry when she learned he had left so soon.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778?] Thursday morning. A.L. 1p. XLIII, 101.

Does not know whether she can go to see Franklin that evening. Proposes to him to take tea at M. [Louis Guillaume] Le Veillard's on his return from Paris.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme. Passy., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 before Nov. 30]; Tuesday 13th A.L.S. 2p. XLIII, 104.

Asks Franklin to write to members of the French Academy whom he may know in favor of M. [Louis Guillaume] Le Veillard who is a candidate for one of the vacant seats. Sends him a list of the members entitled to vote.
(In French.)

FromBrillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin ----- Saturday. A.L. 1p. XLIII, 108.

Asks him to come to her house at nine o'clock with his two sons.
(In French.)

By Brillon, Mme. Poem., to Benjamin Franklin [1781 Feb. 8] A Poem. 4p. LI, 10.

On the four seasons: Glycère (spring), Celimène (summer), Erigonne (autumn), and Cloris (winter). An allegorical tale in verse.
(In French.)

By Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778? May] A Ballad. 1p. LI, 11.

Colin and Lisette. Chanson.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme. Passy., to Benjamin Franklin 1777 July 30 A.N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 30b.

Sending a piece of music which she copied.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 March 17] A.N. 1p. LXX, 32b.

Sending an engraving presented to Franklin by Abbé de St. Non.
(In French.)

From Brillon, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 March 18] Wednesday A.L. 1p. XLIII, 60.

Sends twelve engravings from the Abbé de St. Non for Franklin to give to his friends in Paris and America.
(In French.)

From Bruelt, R. Luxembourg., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 101.

Sending him a new treatise on Physics which he can recommend.
(In French.)

From de Burecourt, Chevalier., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 9.

Eighty-five years old and bed-ridden; lacks the bare necessities of life; applies to Franklin for assistance.
(In French.)
A. Mem. by Dr. Franklin. Doubts the truth of this story.
(In French.)

From Pierre le Cacheur, Julien Bertols, ----- Farcis, and ----- Vincent., to Benjamin Franklin
Mem. in 3d P. 1p. LXII, 21.

Reasons for their arrest.
(In French.)

From François Cadio and ----- Venant fils., to Benjamin Franklin
L.S. 2p. LVII, 99.

Request passports and passage to America.
(In French.)

From Calkoen, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 41c.

A Dutch traveller who asks for an interview with "the Patron of Liberty."

From A Charitable Committee for the Assistance of Prisoners., to Benjamin Franklin
L. 1p. LVIII, 91.

Soliciting Franklin's aid.
(In French.)

FromChemisard, Guillaume., to Benjamin Franklin
N. 1p. LVII, 125.

Requesting an interview.
(In French.)

From Clauser, -----. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 20.

Sending Franklin an engraving or printing machine, entrusted to his care by M. de Goué.
(In French.)

From Comte, Jacques., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. LVII, 101.

Ship captain of Bordeaux wishes to confer with Franklin on some American business.
(In French.)

From Constard, Mme. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin May 9 A.L.S. 1p. LXX, 73.

Forwarding a letter to Franklin on behalf of one of her friends.
(In French.)

From de Covay, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 74.

Recommends a cook to Dr. Franklin in case he needs one.
(In French.)

From Croize, Pierre., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 39.

Begging Franklin to render them some assistance.
(In French.)

From ----- D'Andrieu, of Carcassonne., to Benjamin Franklin
L. 2p. XLII, 102.

Petitions for assistance to enable him to go to America.
(In French.)

From Defouchy, ------., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 47.

Has received no reply to his former request for a moment's audience; desires to speak with him on an important matter.
(In French.)

From Mr., Mme. and Mlle. Defouchy., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 172.

Called to see Dr. Franklin.
(In French.)

From De Lome, John Louis., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLIV, 257.

Called to see him before leaving for England but finding him occupied did not care to interrupt him, will call again.

From de Crenis, Chevalier. Bordeaux., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 15.

Owing to illness is obliged to forward Franklin the letters entrusted to him by Mr. and Mrs. [Richard] Bache.

From Des Etres, -----. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 16.

Asking for a few moments' audience.
(In French.)
A. E. by Franklin. Mentioning the day and hour.

From Desmarain, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 3.

Presenting Franklin with a basket of strawberries, the fruits of his own gardening.
(In French.)

From Devellenne, -----. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 6p. XLII, 119.

Statement in Bacon's Philosophical Works that the Greeks condemned to death the first physicists who presumed to explain the natural causes of thunder; applies to Franklin for aid in verifying this. Question of a belief in God; attitude of Voltaire—of Socrates.
(In French.)

From Deville, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 3p. XLI, 2.

Confined to her bed by an illness lasting six months; in great need of money; offers to sell Franklin a rare old trinket for four louis.
(In French.)

From Dubourg, Barbeu., to Benjamin Franklin [1778?] A.L.S. 1p. XLIV, 200.

Recommending M. Prevost a man of much talent who desires to have an interview with him before going to America.
(In French.)

From Dubourg, Barbeu., to Benjamin Franklin [1778?] March 30 A.L.S. 1p. LXX, 83b.

Requesting Dr. Franklin to allow M. Gardeur to paint his portrait.
(In French.)

From Dupaty, Charles Marguerite Jean Baptiste Mercier. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin December 30 A.L.S. 2p. XL, 218.

Criticism of the book lent him by Franklin; begs for the loan of the other volumes.

From Dursousquet, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 45.

Begging Franklin's charity on behalf of his two children, both in the cradle and without bread to eat.
(In French.)

From Dursousquet, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 46.

Asking for succor for himself and his two children, abandoned by their mother.
(In French.)

From An English Gentleman., to Benjamin Franklin [1776 Dec. 30 - 1777 Feb. 26] N. in 3d P. 1p. LXXI, 103b.

Wishes an interview.

From d'Etioles, Lenormant., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLI, 154.

Regrets having missed Franklin when he called with M. Bougon; authorized by the Comte de Vergennes to speak with Franklin on an important matter.
(In French.)

From Filleul, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin 28 Thursday L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 173.

Requests Dr. Franklin to send her word about the Comtesse d'Artois, if he has received any news that day.
(In French.)

From Filleul, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin Wednesday L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 174.

Sends the three last volumes of the Memoirs of Baron Delott. Request Dr. Franklin to send her the day's journal.
(In French.)

From Filleul, Louis., to Benjamin Franklin [1780] [June] 13 N. in 3d P. 1p. LXXI, 72a.

Announcing the birth of a son.
(In French.)

From Filleul, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.N. in 3d P. 1p. LXXI, 72b.

Requesting Franklin to take her in his carriage to the ball at Mme. Brillion's.
(In French.)

From Fox, John., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLI, 149.

A begging letter from one who suffered in America's struggle for freedom.

From Fox, John., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. LX, 38.

An Englishman by birth but married and settled in France, is in distress and appeals to Franklin for assistance.
(In French.)

From Frederic, F., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 4p. XL, 49.

A French priest; desires Franklin's influence with the King to procure him the place of Chaplain; number of savages he converted to the Roman Catholic religion, at the same time making them faithful subjects of France and America.
(In French.)

From A French Sailor., to Benjamin Franklin
L. 1p. LX, 45.

Appeal for assistance.
(In French.)

From Froncy, Jean Jacques., to Benjamin Franklin [1778?] L.S. 1p. LVII, 47.

Is condemned to imprisonment for life for the larceny of a small sum of money; begs Franklin to use his influence to obtain his release.
(In French.)

From Froncy, Jean Jacques. Brest., to Benjamin Franklin [1779 C. March] A.L.S. 2p. LXI, 42.

Asking him to procure his release from prison.
(In French.)

From Gautier, -----. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XL, 34.

Presenting Franklin with a ring of his own workmanship, a sardonyx with an engraved allegorical design.
(In French.)

From Gautier, Jacques., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 2p. LVII, 84.

Is a poor sailor; begs for assistance to go to Bordeaux.
(In French.)

From Gerard, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
L.S. 1p. XLII, 52.

Is a writer and man of letters. Forced by necessity and want to discontinue a literary work he was engaged on. Appeals to Franklin for help to enable him to continue his writings.
(In French.)

From Gerard, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XL, 29.

Brusque and cruel refusal of his request for assistance; driven to importune him by his necessities.
(In French.)

From Gonnet, Antoine., to Benjamin Franklin [1780?] Mem. 1p. LXI, 146.

Concerning a protested note.

From Gouther, Jean David., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. XL, 22.

Begging for aid to enable him to return to his native place in Switzerland.
(In French.)

From Granchez, D.P., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 105.

Requests Dr. Franklin to return a compass which was delivered in mistake for his own.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 186.

Sending Franklin his reply to M. [Jean] Durival, which if approved, can be sent at once by M. de Vergennes's courier.
(In French.)

From Ferdinand, Radolphe., to Benjamin Franklin [1778 before June 1.] A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 188.

Sending him the new proof; asks for his opinion in order that he may give the printer his instructions.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [1780? Nov. 29] A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 190.

No reply received from Versailles concerning the letter for Congress.

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [1780 Dec. 18] A.L. 3p. XLII, 191.

Relating to the bills M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont had obtained from him for the freight.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [on or After Dec.] A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 192.

Sending paper for Frankin to sign, also the two bills of M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [1780] A.L. 2p. XLII, 195.

Case of an American, M. Myers, who had his trunk containing bills on Congress and valuable papers, stolen from his carriage; fears it was the work of a spy and not a thief.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [1777 ?] L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 182.

Thinks it necessary to go to Versailles. If Franklin can lend him his carriage would leave early in the morning.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. 1p. XLIV, 107.

With reference to an error of figures in the amount of a draft presented for payment.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 106b.

Requesting Franklin to sign a draft.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin [1777 ?] N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 107.

Requesting Franklin to look over the draft of a memoir which he is drawing up for him.
(In French.)

From Grand, Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin on or After May 11 N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 108.

He and M. Boux have arrived from Paris and wish to see Messrs. Franklin and [William] Carmichael.
(In French.)

From de Chaumont, Le Ray., to Benjamin Franklin [before Dec. 10] N. in 3d P. 1p. LXXI, 85a.

With reference to Comte de Vergennes and to a claim which he (Grand) had to certain moneys.
(In French.)

From The Grand Family., to Benjamin Franklin [1777 ?] ----- Saturday morning. L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 185.

Asking if Dr. Franklin will do them the honor to dine with them on Sunday.
(In French.)

From l'ainé, Grand., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 197.

Expressing his father's regret at not seeing Franklin, owing to illness. Acknowledging Franklin's interest in the birth of his child.
(In French.)

From Grand, Madame Ferdinand., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XLII, 212.

Has commenced the coverlet in order to make the work easier for his daughter [Mrs. Richard Bache]; sends it together with the ivory needles. Condoles with him on the inconstancy of one of his loves, who is to marry M. de Forbouay.
(In French.)

From Grand, Sir George., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 210.

Date of the Abbé de Breteuil's dinner. M. Boux's affair.

From Grand, Henry., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 110.

Sending Franklin particulars of the failure of the firm of Marlar and Stewart in London.

From Grand, Henry., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 199.

Returning his order relative to Mr. [John] Jay's acceptances. Asking his approbation to the list of bills sent by Messrs. Parish and Thomson.

From Grand, Henry., to Benjamin Franklin [1779 May or After] A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLII, 201.

Desiring a passport for an English lady.
(In French.)

From Grand, Henry. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin (1778) November 29 A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 202.

Introducing Mr. Henry Jarley who is eager for an interview with Franklin.
(In French.)

From Grand, Henry., to Benjamin Franklin Before April 23 A.L. in 3d. P. 1p. XLII, 204.

At his father's request sends Franklin the enclosed letter. Desires to know Franklin's determination relative to his account.

From Grand, Henry., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 205.

Desiring Benjamin Franklin's presence at his house to see the Procession du Bon Dieu.



From Greuze, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin [1777 May-Sep] L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 189.

Asks Franklin to use his good offices in favor of a French officer.
(In French.)

From Guicherit, -----., to Benjamin Franklin 1777 June 21 N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 111.

Forwarding a letter to Dr. Franklin.
(In French.)

From Guilin, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. LVII, 94.

A fruit dealer at Chaillot; complains of being deprived of his custom through the ill will of Franklin's butler.
(In French.)

From Guyot, -----., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 187.

Will set out for England on Tuesday. Called to take leave of Dr. Franklin and receive his orders.
(In French.)

From Halliman, John. Marquis., to Benjamin Franklin and the Marquis de la Fayette. [1779 After March 3] Verses S. 1p. LI, 56.

From d'Halluin, Madame., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 3p. XL, 175.

Lives by the work of her hands; sends Franklin two vests which she begs him to purchase for four and a half louis.
(In French.)

From d'Halluin, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin May 30 A.L.S. 1p. XL, 48.

Acknowledging the important service rendered her by Franklin.
(In French.)

From d'Halluin, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin August 8 A.L.S. 3p. XL, 159.

Forced to quit France on business; lacks the means for travelling; begs Franklin to buy the enclosed book for three louis.
(In French.)

From de Haltzendorff, Baronne., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIV, 233.

Requesting him to forward a letter for her.
(In French.)

From d'Hardoncelle, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIV, 265.

Asks him to induce M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont to accept an invitation to dine with her.
(In French.)

From d'Hardoncelle, Mme., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. ind 3d P. 2p. XLIV, 266.

Will call on Franklin the next Monday and take breakfast with him. Invites him to go afterwards to Surennes with some friends and dine.
(In French.)

From Havet, ------. Montreuil., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 4p. XL, 164.

Begging Franklin's assistance on behalf of a widow and two young children in his parish.
(In French.)

From Hooper, I., to Benjamin Franklin [1776 Dec. 30 - 1777 Feb. 26] A.L.S. 2p. XL, 154.

His decision to return to America; begs Franklin to assist him in procuring convenient accommodations on a ship bound for the Continent.

From Hooper, I. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XL, 160.

Sets out early in the morning for Orléans; if he should hear of any other than the present opportunity, begs to be notified.

From de Jamogne, Mme. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XL, 203.

Desiring his opinion of the reply made by her relative, M. le Chevalier de la Haullde [?] to the proposition of M. de Loyauté for a regiment.
(In French.)

From Jary, Abbé., to Benjamin Franklin
A. Verses, S. 1p. LI, 89.

Lines in eulogy of Benjamin Franklin.
(In French.)

From de Jaucourt, Count., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 64.

Requests Franklin to appoint a time when he can confer with him.
(In French.)

From Jones, Dr., to Benjamin Franklin Thursday noon L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIII, 198 1/2.

Accepting his invitation to dinner.

From Joyce, Miss., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 119.

Sending a letter to Dr. Franklin which she has received from Lisbon with Mr. and Mrs. D'arcy's compliments.

From de-Keranguez, Chevalier Réau., to Benjamin Franklin
Mem. 1p. XLIV, 292.

His rank and address at Versailles.
(In French.)

From Kiddell, John Jr. Paris., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 2p. XL, 201.

Having made a tour through Spain, is returning to England, via France; desires to pay his respects and offer his services to Franklin.

From Kossakowski, Abbé Corvini., to Benjamin Franklin
N. in 3d P. 1p. LXX, 122.

Accepting Dr. Franklin's invitation of dinner for himself and Abbé Strzozki, astronomer of the King of Poland.
(In French.)

From Lahannée, Louise., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. LVII, 82.

Is a pastry cook; complains she has lost Franklin's custom through the ill-will of his butler and begs Franklin to renew it.
(In French.)

From Landells, John., to Benjamin Franklin
L. in 3d P. 1p. LVII, 120.

Is a native of Philadelphia, petitions for assistance to enable him to return to America.

From Innocent Hector de Maillart, Comte de Landreuville., to Benjamin Franklin [1779 before June 19] N. in 3d P. 1p. LXXI, 58a.

Requesting an interview.
(In French.)

From de la Rochefoucauld, Duc., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIV, 219.

Is obliged to go to Versailles on Sunday but hopes to be free early enough to avail himself of Franklin's invitation to dinner.
(In French.)

Fromde la Rochefoucauld, Duc., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIV, 221.

Is requested by his mother to invite Franklin and his grandson to dinner. Hopes M. [Louis Guillaume] Le Veillard will come with them also.
(In French.)

From de Lavan, Hudson., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 3p. LVIII, 85.

Account of his manner of living since he left Paris; desires Franklin to forward any letters he may have received for him.
(In French. Mutilated.)

From L'héritier, -----., to B.F. 1783 June 4 L. in 3d P. 3p. XLII, 58.

Has studied for the law, but sees no prospect of advancement or gain, owing to the new regulations and restrictions imposed on young attorneys. Has thought of soliciting a position from M. de Vergennes in the Foreign Affairs Office. Thinks Franklin can help him by his influence.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin [1780 After June 18] A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 167.

Sending a letter to be forwarded to Philadelphia. Plans for seeing him at Passy.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLII, 172.

Apologizing for not seeing him oftener; promising to find the missing papers.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin [1779 May 4 or 11] A.L.S. 2p. XLII, 178.

Writes on behalf of a merchant at Dunkirk who desires permission to name his ship after Franklin.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. 1p. XLII, 180.

Desiring news of Franklin; prevented by the inclement weather from going to Passy.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin Friday A.L. in 3d P. 1p. XLIV, 142.

Sends a skilful artisan to repair Franklin's lamps.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin [178 After Oct. 8] A.L. 2p. XLIV, 145.

Hears that Franklin had the gout yesterday. Sends him the books he promised, two grammars and another work on language.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L. 1p. XLIV, 148.

Sends him two petitions.

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLIV, 150.

Returns the English papers.
(In French.)

From Le Roy, Jean-Baptiste., to Benjamin Franklin
A.L.S. 1p. XLIV, 158.

The ladies have heard that Franklin is to dine in the city; fear it would inconvenience him to go back before 5 o' clock to give them tea. Will select another d