The son of William Franklin, Royal Governor of New Jersey, William Temple Franklin worked as aide to his grandfather, Benjamin Franklin, when the latter served as minister to France during the American Revolution. A bonvivant, Temple received his highest public appointment as Secretary to the American delegation at the Treaty of Versailles in 1782-1783, largely through the influence of his famous grandfather, but never again attained a significant post. As Franklin's literary heir, he edited and published a three volume set of his grandfather's writings in 1817. He married his long time mistress a few months before his death in Paris in 1823.
The William Temple Franklin Papers provides a richly detailed portrait of the life of the grandson of Benjamin Franklin, and consists largely of letters received during the years that Temple served as his grandfather's aide in France, 1776-1785. Although much of the correspondence is routine, during this period, Temple received regular reports from friends and diplomatic colleagues relaying information on the American Revolution, the course of diplomatic and peace negotiations, and French public opinion on Benjamin Franklin and the new United States. The collection is also a rich resource for information on the personal lives of the Franklins, including interesting correspondence from Temple's relatives William Franklin, Elizabeth Franklin, Sarah Franklin Bache, and Jonathan Williams, and his mistress Blanchette Caillot.
Shortly after his birth in London in 1760, William Temple Franklin was sent out to be raised by a string of foster mothers. The illegitimate son of Benjamin Franklin's illegitimate son William and of an unidentified woman of apparently ill repute, Temple was kept far away from the public eye as his father advanced in career and social standing. When Temple was two, his father married respectably and left England to become Royal Governor of New Jersey, and only at age four would Temple begin his slow integration into the fractious Franklin family.
Kept ignorant of his parentage, Temple was introduced into Franklin's Craven Street home as "William Temple," a protégé of his grandfather, while the expenses of his lodging and schooling were funneled quietly through Margaret Stevenson to his absent father. Temple enjoyed the benefits of an excellent education and an amiable social circle and was considered a charming, if sometimes irresponsible young boy, yet it was only years later, when he was asked to accompany his grandfather on his return to Philadelphia in the spring of 1775, that he was at last apprised of his identity. The news, as he soon discovered, was a mixed blessing. Simmering tensions between Benjamin and William over both personal and political differences came to head in May 1775 when the three generations of Franklins met in at Joseph Galloway's farm at Trevose, Bucks County, Pa., to reacquaint themselves and attempt to reconcile. Rather than reunion, however, this meeting provoked a rancorous split between the elder, headstrong Franklins, with the flighty Temple caught in the middle. Although Temple left Trevose with William to become acquainted over the summer, Benjamin insisted that he return to Philadelphia in the fall to begin college -- and not coincidentally, to remain under Benjamin's close supervision.
At the end of an indifferent year at the College of Philadelphia, Temple received news that his father had been declared "an enemy to the liberties of this country" and thrown into prison. Benjamin grew alarmed when Temple decided to travel to New Jersey late in the summer to console his step-mother Elizabeth, and wrote to his grandson to express concern for his safety being so near British lines, but beneath that, he feared that Temple was falling under the sway of Loyalist sympathies. Having already lost a son to the Tories, Benjamin was determined not to lose his grandson. In early September, Benjamin quashed Temple's request to visit his father in prison, claiming at first that useful intelligence might be passed to the enemy, but adding later that he prevented the visit out of "tender Concern" for Temple's welfare during the perilous trip to Connecticut.
In the long run, Benjamin won out in the contest for Temple's loyalties, and when the aging diplomat was called upon to travel to France to secure support for the American cause late in September 1776, Temple came along as his personal aide. From his grandfather's side, Temple was provided with a uniquely privileged view on the sensitive negotiations between the fledgling United States and the French crown, and his grandfather regularly favored him with highly visible assignments to prepare him for future betterment. In December 1777, for example, Temple was selected to deliver the critically important Treaty of Amity between France and the new United States to the French ministry.
Yet despite his grandfather's assistance, Temple did little to distinguish himself, attracting a chorus of doubters as time progressed. Grown into a feckless, seemingly aimless young man, Temple was inclined to dandyism and took to the social life in France with as deep an enthusiasm as his grandfather, but without the wit or intellectual depth, and certainly without the personal discipline and commitment to Republican principles. Worse, Temple seems to have acquired an aptitude for infelicitous choices, gladly embracing the Mesmerist fad, for example, despite his grandfather's reservations on the subject, and even joining the pro-Mesmer Société d'Harmonie. Perhaps to prove his mettle and his commitment to serious matters, Temple teamed up with the Marquis de Lafayette in the summer of 1779 (a fellow fan of Mesmer) to plan an invasion of Britain, but like many of Temple's plans, this one never came to pass.
Despite his grandson's insouciance, Benjamin continued to work on Temple's behalf, initiating him into his Masonic Loge des Neuf Soeurs and scheming, as he once had for William, to see Temple marry well. In 1781, Benjamin attempted to strike a match between Temple and Cunegonde, daughter of Franklin's beloved Mme Brillon. "Having almost lost my own daughter because of the wide distance between us," he wrote to Mme Brillon, "I hoped to find another one in you, and still another in your daughter, to take care of my old age." Citing Temple's Protestantism as an excuse, however, the Brillons rejected the union. In characteristic Franklin fashion, Temple rebounded by taking up with a married neighbor at Passy, Blanchette Caillot, with whom he had a natural son, Théodore.
Through his grandfather's influence in 1782 -- and over the opposition even of many of Benjamin's allies -- Temple landed the most important assignment of his career when he was appointed as Secretary to the Peace Commission. But rather than advancing his prospects, this appointment may actually have hindered them by piquing the jealousy and animosity of his rivals. It is likely that the failure of Benjamin's efforts to win a ministerial appointment for Temple in 1783 can be attributed to a combination of resentment over Benjamin's manipulation and Temple's personality, which everyone but Benjamin now considered disreputable. When Polly Stevenson visited Benjamin at Passy in 1784, even she was disimpressed with the man Temple had become, writing that he had become "so engaged in the pursuit of pleasure that he is not an amiable or respectable character."
Before their returning to the United States in 1785, Benjamin and Temple parlayed with William yet again in a half-hearted attempt to work out their differences. Although there was no reconciliation, William agreed (not entirely willingly) to aid his son by selling him his New Jersey and New York properties at a bargain price. When Benjamin died on April 17, 1790, Temple inherited his library and became his literary executor. Although this seemed to instill an enthusiasm in Temple over plans to publish his grandfather's works, once again things did not go as planned. Gathering the manuscript of the autobiography and some important correspondence that he intended to use to update it, Temple returned to England in 1792 only to find that a French translation of it had already appeared. He decided, however, to continue on with his project, working slowly to produce a more complete edition.
Reuniting with his father in 1792, still unmarried, Temple chafed under William's demands that he find a wife, and shortly after fathering another illegitimate child, Ellen, with the daughter of his father's second wife, Temple broke bitterly away and moved to Paris. Without his grandfather's guiding hand, Temple continued on the same aimless path. His three volume edition of the Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Benjamin Franklin did not appear until 1817. He lived the last six years of his life with his English mistress Hannah Collyer, whom he finally married a months before his death in 1823.
The William Temple Franklin Papers provides a richly detailed portrait of the life of the grandson of Benjamin Franklin, concentrated in letters received by Temple in the years that he served as his grandfather's aide in France, 1776-1785. Although much of the correspondence is perfunctory, during this period, Temple received regular reports from friends and diplomatic colleagues relaying information on the American Revolution, the course of diplomatic and peace negotiations, and French public opinion on Benjamin Franklin and the new United States.
The collection is equally valuable for providing insight into the personal lives of the Franklins, their sometimes contentious family life, indiscretions, and their intricate web of personal quarrels and alliances. The letters from Temple's father William and step-mother Elizabeth provide a glimpse into the stress Temple must have endured during his father's imprisonment during the summer of 1776, and Temple was in regular friendly contact with his aunt Sarah Bache Franklin and kinsman Jonathan Williams. There are also over 40 letters from Blanchette Caillot, Temple's mistress and mother of his son who died early.
Upon calendaring, the W. T. Franklin Papers were bound into volumes in roughly chronological order. Although the collection has been rearranged chronologically, we have retained the original volume and folio numbers for reference purposes.
Provenance
Gift of Charles Pemberton Fox, 1840.
Preferred citation
Cite as: William Temple Franklin Papers, American Philosophical Society.
Processing information
Recatalogued and encoded by rsc, April 2003.
Other finding aids
Most of the William Temple Franklin Papers are calendared in I. Minis Hays, Calendar of the Papers of Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 5 (Philadelphia: APS, 1908).
General physical description
4.75 linear feet
Related material
Several other collections at the APS relate to William Temple Franklin, including:
- William Temple Franklin-George Fox Collection
- William Temple Franklin-Charles Pemberton Fox Collection
Bibliography
The Printed Materials Department also houses most of the works published or edited by William Temple Franklin, including: Franklin, William Temple, The Private Correspondence of Benjamin Franklin (London, 1817). Call no.: B F85f763. Franklin, William Temple, Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Benjamin Franklin, 3 vols. (London, 1818). Call no.: B F85f77.See also: Franklin, Benjamin, Mémoires de la Vie Privée ... Écrits par lui Même et Adressés à Son Fils (Paris, 1791). Call no.: B F85f76.
Franklin, William Temple, Sketch of William Temple Franklin's services to the United-States of America (Philadelphia, 1789). Call no.: Broadside 973 C583 no.482.
Naval History Note
The William Temple Franklin Papers contain several letters which may be of interest to naval historians:
Barry, John, 1745-1803.- Ross, John. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1780 October 2. Owing to adverse winds they have not been able to sail. A brig has just arrived from Philadelphia reporting the safe arrival of the Alliance. Captain Pierre Landais was put under arrest and the Alliance was to be offered to Captain John Barry. 2 pages. (CII, 119).
- Barclay, Thomas. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1783 March 22. Relating to prize-money claimed by the Alliance and Commodore John Paul Jones' squadron. 1 page. (CV, 36).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1778 September 25. Tells of his letters to Dr. Franklin, Dr. [Edward] Bancroft, M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont, M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine, etc., and his efforts to get a command. If disappointed again will be obliged to return to America unemployed, as he cannot remain inactive. 3 pages. (CI, 62).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1778 October 13. Has written a letter to M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont which he requests William Temple Franklin to translate. Declares that his honor has received a public injury from M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de S[artine] and that it must be righted. 1 page. (CI, 69).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1778 October 28. Considers M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont's plan to buy a frigate or corvette to be commanded by him (Jones) would require too much time and negotiation. Has seen Mr. Joseph [P.] Whitall who is at Brest and who saw the Indian at Amsterdam, which could be armed and sail in two weeks. Declares M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine has wronged him. Hopes he will be given command of the Indian and that M. de Sartine will give him credentials and testimonials to justify him before Congress and his friends. Has many enemies, as no man in the Navy has pursued the same line of service as himself. 3 pages. (CI, 71).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1778 November 16. Requests him to explain a letter which he encloses. Has received another very kind from the Duke de la R[ochefoucauld]. Intends to leave for l'Orient shortly. 1 page. (CI, 77).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1780 November 11. Anxiety about his Excellency's health; has not yet received any papers or power to administer the oath of allegiance; advises that the public dispatches be sent as soon as possible. 1 page. (CII, 130).
- Jones, John Paul. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1784 May 31. Thinks it would be more consistent for him not to appear at Court, when the Act of Congress is presented authorizing him to accept the Order of Military Merit. 1 page. (CVI, 32).
- Franks, Major David Salisbury. Letter to William Temple Franklin. 1781 December 10. Fears that his prolonged stay, waiting for a vessel, will be very expensive to the Government at home. The number of people arrived with the Franch fleets of war have caused a scarcity of necessaries of life; prices are very high. The "St. James," Capt. [Thomas] Truxton, probably the first vessel which will sail for America about January 15. His situation very unpleasant and embarrassing. Was arrested the other day on suspicion of being a spy. 3 pages. (CIII, 149).
- Franklin, William Temple. Letter to Thomas Jefferson. 1785 July 20. Arrangements made with Captain Thomas Truxton. 3 pages. (B F86.15).
Early American History Note
This is a large collection of William Temple Franklin papers, most of which were written while he was serving alongside his grandfather in France as the secretary of the American mission there. The bulk of the collection is correspondence written to William Temple Franklin during the American Revolution. Franklin had a wide network of friends and associates, and this correspondence captures the range of dealings Franklin had in France. As secretary, he received intelligence, requests, reports of military actions, especially those pertaining to naval actions in the Atlantic, and various other communications. As a private individual, Franklin had relations with many merchants, traders, and land speculators and continued to cultivate these relationships while in Europe. The Collection also includes a diary kept in an almanac for much of 1785, catalogued separately in MOLE.
Combined with Benjamin Franklin’s Papers, the account books from the delegation, the Benjamin Franklin Bache Collection, and the John Adams Papers on microfilm, the APS has an extraordinarily strong record of the United States’ diplomacy during the American Revolution. Notable among the correspondents to William Temple Franklin is John Paul Jones, who was a regular correspondent to both William Temple and Benjamin Franklin.
The early portion of the collection contains a series of letters between William and Eliza Franklin and William Temple Franklin written before the American Revolution. The long letters touch upon William Temple’s education and on politics. The personal nature of the letters also provides insight into the family relations of the Franklin family during this very divisive period of the family’s history. Numerous letters from Sarah Franklin Bache and Benjamin Franklin Bache to William Temple can also be found in this collection.
This collection, along with the various other Fox Collections, chronicles William Temple Franklin’s career after the American Revolution, much of which was spent in Europe. William Temple Franklin inherited his grandfather’s papers, which he edited for publication, and later bequeathed to George Fox, whose family gifted them and William Temple Franklin’s papers to the APS.
Family Name(s)
- Le Veillard, Louis-Guillaume, -- 1733-1794.
Genre(s)
- Business Records and Accounts
- Diplomatic Material
- Family Correspondence
- General Correspondence
- Political Correspondence
Geographic Name(s)
- France--Foreign relations--United States
- France--History--Louis XVI, 1774-1793
- France--Social life and customs--18th century
- Philadelphia (Pa.)--Social life and customs--1783-1815
- Philadelphia (Pa.)--Social life and customs--Revolution, 1775-1783
- United States--Foreign relations--France
- United States--History--1783-1815
- United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783
- United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Peace
- United States--Politics and government--1783-1815
Personal Name(s)
- Adams, John, 1735-1826
- Bache, Benjamin Franklin, 1769-1798
- Bache, Richard, 1737-1811
- Bache, Sarah Franklin, 1743-1808
- Barclay, Thomas, 1728-1793
- Caffiéri, Jean Jacques
- Caillot, Blanchette
- Carmichael, William, d. 1795
- Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de, 1725-1803
- Deane, Silas, 1737-1789
- Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph
- Foulke, John, 1757-1796
- Fox, George, 1759-1828
- Fox, Joseph Mickle, 1757-1784
- Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
- Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
- Franklin, William, 1731-1813
- Grand, Ferdinand
- Grand, Henri Maximilien, 1757-1827
- Houdon, Jean Antoine, 1740-1828
- Jay, John, 1745- 1829
- Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
- Jeffries , John, 1745-1819
- Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792
- Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de
- La Rochefoucauld, Louis Alexandre, duc de
- Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834
- Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800
- Le Roy, Jean Baptiste
- Lloyd, Richard Bennett
- Malesherbes, Chrétien Guillaume de Lamoignon de,1721-1794.
- Mayo, Joseph, d.1785
- Mesmer, Franz Anton, 1734-1815
- Morrelet, Abbé André, 1727-1819
- Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809
- Pyne, William
- Ross, John, 1729-1800
- Schaffer, John
- Trumbull, Jonathan, 1710-1785
- Vaughan, Benjamin, 1751-1835
- Vaughan, John, 1756-1841
- Warren, Winslow
- Williams, Jonathan.
Subject(s)
- American Revolution
- Americans Abroad
- Balloons--Early works to 1800
- Business and Skilled Trades
- Diplomatic History
- International Travel
- Land and Speculation
- Marriage and Family Life
- Mesmerism
- Military History
| Detailed Inventory | |||
Mss.B.F86 William Temple Franklin Papers | 1775-1790 | 4.5 lin. feet | Request Collection |
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 May 29 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 1 Request Item |
On his departure from London with Franklin for America. News of friends. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Woolford, Mrs. D..
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 July 29 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 2 Request Item |
Referring to the kind reception William Temple Franklin received from his father (Gov. William Franklin) on arriving in America. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Elphinston, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 July 31 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 3 Request Item |
Giving advice to William Temple Franklin; hopes he will return to England to complete his education. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Sept. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 4 Request Item |
Giving his son advice about his studies. Several references to his father, Benjamin Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Sept. 25 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 5 Request Item |
Sending items of news about friends and acquaintances. Tells of the Major's [?] marriage. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Oct. 9 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 6 Request Item |
Inquiring about his son's studies, his health, etc. Advice about letter writing. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Oct. 26 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 7 Request Item |
Refers to the dancing and fencing schools. Has a translation of Livy, but thinks his son should not use one. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Oct. 30 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 8 Request Item |
Refers to a barrel of oysters Mrs. Franklin is sending to him. Wishes to know when his father is expected home. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin | 1775 Nov. 9 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 9 Request Item |
Refers to articles of dress purchased for her Mrs. [Richard] Bache. Items of local news about mutual friends and acquaintances. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 Jan. 22 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 10 Request Item |
Complains of the abuse he and his wife have been subjected to recently. Speaks of his difficult situation. The indignities he has received. Much concerned about his wife who has no relatives in this country; refers to slights she has received from his own relatives. Wants a copy of "Common Sense" [by Thomas Paine, Philadelphia, 1776]. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 Feb. 5 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 11 Request Item |
Is surprised that all his friends did not hear of reports spread about him. Refers to money matters; tells his son to be economical, as he has little to give him. Wishes a copy of the 3d edition of "Common Sense." General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 March 14 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 12 Request Item |
Is greatly concerned about his father's proposed journey to Canada. Thinks it ill-advised and dangerous. Requests his son to send him several political pamphelts. Advises him not to neglect his studies in Latin and French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 March 25 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 13 Request Item |
Giving his son directions how to come to Amboy when he gets his holidays. Refers to money matters between him, his son and Mr. [Richard] Bache. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 May 8 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 14 Request Item |
Reproves his son for spending his allowance too fast. Asks for certain numbers of the "[Pennsylvania] Evening Post" and "Pennsylvania Ledger." General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 May 22 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 15 Request Item |
Encloses a due note to be given to Mr. [Richard] Bache for collection from Mr. Hooper. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 June 3 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 16 Request Item |
Reproves his son for imprudent spending of his allowance. Is glad to hear of his father's safe return; would be glad to hear that he had resolved to quit all public business. Requests several copies of pamphlet "Strictures on Common Sense." [True Interest of America Impartially Stated, in certain Strictures, on a Pamphlet entitled Common Sense. By an American (Charles Inglis), Philadelphia, 1776.] General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 June 13 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 17 Request Item |
Reproaches his son for not being more punctual in attending to his orders. Anxious to hear how his father is after his recent journey. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 June 25 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 18 Request Item |
Has been ordered to set out, under guard, for Princeton. Was suffering from a high fever; his departure postponed for a day. Bids adieu to his son. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Davenport, Josiah Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 July 7 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 19 Request Item |
Stoppage of the stage service. Cannot forward newspapers to Mrs. [Elizabeth] Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 July 29 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 20 Request Item |
Speaks of his approaching visit to her. Requests him to bring her some money from Mr. [Richard] Bache. Alludes to her troubles and fears. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 Oct. 2 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 21 Request Item |
Refers to his return to Philadelphia. Encloses two letters for friends in that city. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franklin, Elizabeth.
to William Temple Franklin | 1776 Oct. 11 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 22 Request Item |
Is anxious to hear what is the advantageous offer made to him by his grandfather. Complains bitterly that her letters to her husband are not allowed to pass. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franklin, William.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1776. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 123 Request Item |
Will not go to Mr. [Joseph] Galloway's till Sunday. He can go there directly or go to Burlington. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1776. | A. N. S. 1p. | CVIII, 27 Request Item |
Advises him to see Chevalier de Ferrière's house at once and rent it, if it suits him. In French. General physical description: A. N. S. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1777 June 17 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 23 Request Item |
Wishes to pay Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson £55 which he owes her. Requests him to attend to the transaction. Wishes three or four of Dr. Franklin's profiles which Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont has has made at his Fayence factory. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1777 June 29 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 24 Request Item |
Requesting William Temple Franklin to execute a few private commissions for him in Paris. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1777 Aug. 6 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 25 Request Item |
Had expected to see him and Doctor Franklin at Nantes. Inquires if the plan has been given up. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1777 Aug. 12 | ALS, 1p. | VI, 187 Request Item |
Sends a packet of his grandfather; bids him good-bye; asks to be remembered to Mr. [Silas] Deane, who must appoint a day to see his cannon at the arsenal. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1777 Nov. 27 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 27 Request Item |
With reference to draft for £55 payable to Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Rouland, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1777 | ALS, 1p. | CVIII, 5 Request Item |
Tells of cost of making a vat for experiments with different kinds of air or gar. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Izard, Ralph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Feb. 15 | AN in 3d person, 1p. | CI, 28 Request Item |
Thanks him for news sent, but would have wished it had been confirmed by letters. General physical description: AN in 3d person, 1p. | |||
Lee, Arthur, 1740-1792.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 March 3 | AN in 3d person, 1p. | CI, 29 Request Item |
Requests a copy of the last general letter. General physical description: AN in 3d person, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 March 11 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 30 Request Item |
An account of his journey from Paris. Met Mr. [John] Adams at Angoulê"me. Embargo placed on English vessels a great loss to the latter; French and neutral vessels now getting all the West India trade. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 March 21 | ALS, 5p. | CI, 32 Request Item |
Gives his opinion of the bills passed in England with regard to America. States what he considers the only terms acceptable to America. General physical description: ALS, 5p. | |||
Unidentified recipient.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 April 4 | A. L. 1p. | XLIV, 138 Request Item |
Expects Franklin to dinner. Would like him to remain for tea. Requests him, if he has any favorite tea, to bring some in his pocket. Would like Mme. Brillon to come also. In French. General physical description: A. L. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 April 8 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 33 Request Item |
Will send a couple of rifles at first opportunity. The pistols are designed for use by cavalry and not fit for an affair of honor. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Coder, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 2 | ALS, 1p. | IX, 109 Request Item |
Begging him to find the plan of Gibraltar which was submitted to Dr. Franklin by M. [Barbeu] Dubourg, and to give it to his servant; desires news of Mr. [Jonathan] Williams [Jr.]'s health. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 6 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 34 Request Item |
Thanks him for sending his thermometer and the Resolutions of Congress. Refers to the English Ministry's conduct towards Ireland. Trade with America and the West Indies not interrupted. Is learning Franch and attends the theatre. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Quétant, Antoine-François, 1733-1823.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 7 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 35 Request Item |
Sends the English original of the "Conscious Lovers." Invites him to dine. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
La Rochefoucauld, Louis Alexandre, duc de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 8 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 36 Request Item |
Thanks him for sending the Resolutions of Congress. Informs him of Capt. [John Paul] Jones's return to Brest after a brilliant cruise. Alludes to an expedition by Marquis de Lafayette. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Quétant, Antoine-François, 1733-1823.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 17 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 37 Request Item |
Sends his compliments and thanks for newspaper. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
d'Acheret, De Delauye.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May 17 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 38 Request Item |
Regrets that he was absent when William Temple Franklin paid a visit to his parents at La Cour Neuve. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chabot, Aug.us de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 May | ALS, 1p. | CI, 39 Request Item |
Many of the Genevese have British sympathies. A certain patriotic gentleman from Carolina, wishes to know him (Franklin). (In Latin.) General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Fevre, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 July 3 | L.S. 1p. | CI, 40a Request Item |
Sending his respects and best wishes. Refers to Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson, Mrs. [Mary] Hewson, etc. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 July 4 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 41 Request Item |
Tells of the loss of two of his vessels in American waters. Complains of the treachery of American pilots, secretly aiding the English. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1778] July 8 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 42 Request Item |
Asking information about some Loan Office Certificates. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 1 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 43 Request Item |
Has registered himself as an American. Tells of arrivals of French trading vessels. The people are anxious to hear about Comte d'Estaing and the fleet from Brest. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Smith, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 14 | L. in 3d P. 2p. | CI, 44 Request Item |
Asks him to procure a permit for his baggage detained at Calais. Complains of the delay and trouble he has had. (Copy.) General physical description: L. in 3d P. 2p. | |||
Smith, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 16 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 45 Request Item |
Complains of the discourtesy shown him by Dr. Franklin and of the latter's neglect of his duties. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1778.] Aug. 20 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 6 Request Item |
Requests to return a draft on the Commissioners payable to Van den Yver Frères and Co. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
de Foucault, Jean Simon David.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 22 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 46 Request Item |
Sends his best wishes for the success of the American armies. Invites him to visit them. His wife and he are learning to play chess. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bondfield, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 23 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 47 Request Item |
Invites William Temple Franklin to spend a month with him and see the vintage. Offers to send him a supply of claret. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Whitall, Joseph P.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 24 | Mem. 1p. | CI, 48 Request Item |
Receipt for a package. General physical description: Mem. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Aug. 24 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 49 Request Item |
Encloses a letter from Capt. [Peter] Collas. Requests William Temple Franklin to buy him a pair of pistols. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Whitall, Joseph P.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1778. Aug.. | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 100 Request Item |
Offers to deliver a letter to Mr. Coxe on his way to Holland. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Deane, Silas, 1737-1789.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 2 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 50 Request Item |
Requests that care be taken of the furniture, plate, etc., belonging to him at Passy until his return. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 3 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 51 Request Item |
Made a public communication of good news received. Requests prompt reply from Dr. Franklin as to providing food and clothing for poor American sailors. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Foucault, Jean Simon David de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 5 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 54 Request Item |
Comments on the good news received from America. Regrets that he cannot come on a visit and enjoy a wild boar hunt. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Conway, Françoise-Antoinette-Jeanne Langlois du Bouchet, comtesse de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 52 Request Item |
Inquires about her husband's reported illness. Thinks the prospect very bright for the independence of America. Hopes to be at Philadelphia soon. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 8 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 53 Request Item |
Inquires if Mr. [William] Blake, of [South] Carolina, has arrived in Paris and requests that particular attention and courtesy be shown to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 10 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 55 Request Item |
Is leaving on a tour of inspection of military schools. Requests William Temple Franklin to send him any important news he may receive. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Conway, Françoise-Antoinette-Jeanne Langlois du Bouchet, comtesse de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 56 Request Item |
Inquires about the truth of the report of her husband's serious illness. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 17 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 57 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for Mr. [William] Blake. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 19 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 59 Request Item |
Encloses a letter from Mr. [John] Vaughan and one for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill of the "Mifflin". General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 22 | A.L.S. | CI, 60 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill. Refers to Capt. [Peter] Collas and the return of the Brest fleet. General physical description: A.L.S. | |||
Jones, Capt. John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 25 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 62 Request Item |
Tells of his letters to Dr. Franklin, Dr. [Edward] Bancroft, M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont, M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine, etc., and his efforts to get a command. If disappointed again will be obliged to return to America unemployed, as he cannot remain inactive. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Conway, Françoise-Antoinette-Jeanne Langlois du Bouchet, comtesse de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 25 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 63 Request Item |
Inquiring about the report of her husband's duel with Col. [John] Cadwalader. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 26 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 64 Request Item |
Learned of the taking of the "Fox" and the entry of the French fleet yesterday. The Marquis de Lafayette made a present of a snuff box with Dr. Franklin's portrait on it, to the young man who escorted her on board the American vessels here. Reports about Comte d'Estaing's fleet. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 29 | A.N.S. 1p. | CI, 65 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for Capt. [Daniel] McNeill. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Du Bouchet, Col Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Sept. 29 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 66 Request Item |
Requests William Temple Franklin to forward a letter to Gen. [Johann] de Kalb then in Paris, and to send his sister and him any news received about Gen. [Thomas] Conway. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Deane, Simeon.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 2 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 67 Request Item |
Has formed a partnership with a firm at Richmond as Adams, Deane and Co., and another at Baltimore as Smith, Harvey, Southall and Co. Requests him to mention their houses to European merchants making inquiry. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 10 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 68 Request Item |
Refers to a dispute between him and Mr. [John D.] Schweighauser of Nantes. Has heard reports of the capture of Rhode Island. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Jones, Capt. John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 13 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 69 Request Item |
Has written a letter to M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont which he requests William Temple Franklin to translate. Declares that his honor has received a public injury from M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de S[artine] and that it must be righted. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Maire de Gimel, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 15 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 70 Request Item |
Sends correspondence relating to dispute with [Arthur] Lee. The latter after employing him has refused to reimburse his expenses. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Jones, Capt. John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 28 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 71 Request Item |
Considers M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont's plan to buy a frigate or corvette to be commanded by him (Jones) would require too much time and negotiation. Has seen Mr. Joseph [P.] Whitall who is at Brest and who saw the "Indian" at Amsterdam, which could be armed and sail in two weeks. Declares M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine has wronged him. Hopes he will be given command of the "Indian" and that M. de Sartine will give him credentials and testimonials to justify him before Congress and his friends. Has many enemies, as no man in the Navy has pursued the same line of service as himself. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Le Maire de Gimel, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Oct. 29 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 72 Request Item |
Is in great difficulties for lack of funds. Hopes Dr. Franklin will help him if Mr. [Arthur] Lee will pay him nothing. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
de Sorlut, De Court.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 74 Request Item |
Was told Mr. [John] Williams, of London, was now in Paris. Asks for his address. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Negroni, ------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 2 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 73 Request Item |
Was ill and could not give his lessons. Hopes to see him on Thursday. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 11 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 75 Request Item |
Distress of the wine merchants of Bordeaux caused by interruption of trade between the port and Great Britain and Ireland. Trade now partly carried on in Dutch vessels. Is a protection for French property. Requests him to obtain passes from Dr. Franklin for two such vessels bound for Englnd or Ireland. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 76 Request Item |
Requests him to search for a package of invoices which he think he left at General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jones, Capt. John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 77 Request Item |
Requests him to explain a letter which he encloses. Has received another very kind from the Duke de la R[ochefoucauld]. Intends to leave for l'Orient shortly; thinks he is an eye-sore to the Marine at Brest. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard, Mlle.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 23 | A.L. 2p. | CI, 78 Request Item |
Alludes to a purse which she made and gave to him. Does not believe he lacks material for writing; though he may sometimes not find time to do so. In French. General physical description: A.L. 2p. | |||
Le Veillard, Louis Guillaume.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 25 | ALS, 2P. | CI, 79 Request Item |
Will return Dr. Franklin's letter corrected under cover to Mme. Brillon. Asks to be remembered to Mr. [John] Adams and the [Le Ray] de Chaumont family. (In French, English and Italian.) General physical description: ALS, 2P. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 28 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 80 Request Item |
Explains how trade is carried on, during hostilities, between Bordeaux and England and Ireland, in neutral vessels. Explains the reasons for asking passes for these vessels; withdraws his application for an American pass, it being no longer necessary. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Nov. 28 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 81 Request Item |
Gives an account of a riding accident which happened to him, on the day of William Temple Franklin's departure, whilst coming home at night from Versailles. Alludes to a visit to his family made by Mme. Lloyd. Sends the "Courrier de I'Europe" newspapers; many conjectures made as to the object of William Temple Franklin's journey. Refers to [Jacques] Necker's financial reforms, etc. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 83 Request Item |
Does not yet know when he will leave France, but is very desirous to be at home, having learned of a death in the family. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Johnson, Joshua.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 15 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 84 Request Item |
Looked carefully over the letters brought by the "General Washington." Is certain there is no other for him but the one forwarded. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Baron, -------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 19 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 85 Request Item |
With reference to a vessel claiming to hail from Boston which called at Dieppe. Thinks it was an English vessel. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Le Maire de Gimel, Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 19 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 86 Request Item |
Is about to leave for Boston and Virginia on a vessel loaded with supplies ordered by the State of Virginia. Will take charge of any messages or despatches Dr. Franklin may wish to send. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 29 | ALS, 6p. | CI, 87 Request Item |
Asks about the truth of the report that Mr. [Henry] Laurens is going to Europe on a mission to France or Spain. Has had enquiries from Mrs. Laurens about the matter, also from young Harry Laurens. Mentions reports about [Admirals John] Byron, [Aug.us] Keppel and [Comte] d'Estaing. Refers to his brother John at Bordeaux; hears that the embargo on Irish provisions has been taken off. Intends to write to Dr. Franklin soon on some electrical conceits. Dr. [Joseph] Priestley is publishing a new book on Philosophy. Is sending Dr. Franklin the controversy between him (Dr. Priestley) and Dr. [Richard] Price. General physical description: ALS, 6p. | |||
Le Baron, -------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 Dec. 30 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 88 Request Item |
Requests him to speak to M. [Antoine Raymond Jean Gualbert Gabriel] de Sartine about a claim for transportation of passengers from Miquelon, on one of his (Le Baron's) vessels, which he sent to the Minister of Marine. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Benjamin Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1778. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 87 Request Item |
Wishes him a happy New Year which, in the beginning, will be agreeable for him for he goes to a "party of dance" and shall have a prize; was much frightened by the noise of a fire, which he thought was another rebellion. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1778. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 142 Request Item |
Encloses two accounts from Mr. [Silas] Deane's coachman; asks that these be discharged. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lee, William. Chaillot.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1778. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 144 Request Item |
Regrets that he has not seen him before setting out. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Le Roy, Jean Baptiste.
to William Temple Franklin | 1778 | ALS, 1p. | XLIV, 165 Request Item |
Thanks him for his kind invitation and will inform the Commissioners [of the Academy] of the invitation to them likewise to dine with Dr. Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Melmoth, Courtney.
to W.T. Franklin | ca.1778 May 16 | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 143 Request Item |
Leaves Paris so suddenly because of a cheap opportunity of travelling. Will return in six weeks to pay his debts, requests that all creditors be told this. Leaves a letter for Captain [John Paul] Jones. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Jan. 21 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 89 Request Item |
Has received a letter from [John Paul] " Jones," but cannot read or answer it without his cipher. Asks William Temple Franklin to send it to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Jan. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 90 Request Item |
Has received the bust. Sends by Mr. Panchaud the "frauds of London" also Owen's and [Daniel] Paterson's books on the roads in England. Cannot raise any money here as the moneyed people will not take American security. Asks if it is possible to get a small supply of money in France. Mrs. Lloyd has given birth to another son. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
de Fontenailles, M..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Jan. 16 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CI, 91 Request Item |
Inquires from the War Office about the report of the death, at Boston, of M. Deshays De la Radière, an officer in the Royal Engineer corps of France. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Jan. 19 | A.L.S. | CI, 92 Request Item |
Encloses a letter and paper from Vaughan and requests him to reply to the latter. General physical description: A.L.S. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Jan. 28 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 93 Request Item |
Thanks him for the information about the "worst of villains." Implies that his reputation has been grievously injured by this person. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 2 | ALS, 4p. | CI, 94 Request Item |
Had inteded to leave for home before now; has since learned that Capt. [Alexander] Gillon and his officers, whom he had given up as lost, are safe and back in France. Came here as a whim to enter the Navy, but does not intend to make it a profession. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 2 | ALS, 4p. | CI, 95 Request Item |
Sir James Norcliffe, Mr. Oliver's friend, has a brother in Burgoyne's army in Virginia and wishes to have him released; asks for Dr. Franklin's advice and assistance. Alludes to [Admirals Aug.us] Keppel and [Sir Hugh] Palliser and the latter's disgrace. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Fain, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 9 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 96 Request Item |
Requests him to pay his initiation fee to the Masonic Lodge of the Nine Sisters. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 97 Request Item |
Requesting him to have enclosed bills of exchange accepted and returned to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 98 Request Item |
Sending a few newspapers recently received from Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 16 | ALS, 1p. | XIII, 112 Request Item |
Has discovered the person to whom the memorial related, and now encloses a letter from him to his friends. His father [Gov. William Franklin] is well and in New York. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 18 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 99 Request Item |
Enlcosing Loan Office bills to be accepted and returned to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 100 Request Item |
Enclosing two bills on the Commissioners and on Dr. Franklin to be accepted and returned. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Feb. 23 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 101 Request Item |
Will deliver Dr. Franklin's letter to David Hartley when the latter comes to town; the cartel for the American prisoners is under orders. Reports about the capture of Saint Lucia by the British under [Gen. James] Grant; blockade of the port by Comte d'Estaing. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 7 | L. 2p. | XIII, 178 Request Item |
Wishes to know what he thinks of the "History of Georgia" in "Le Courrier de L'Europe"; the English government appears to have made a great display; will have a few lances to break with such faultfinders and idiots. (In French.) General physical description: L. 2p. | |||
Waties, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 14 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 102 Request Item |
Introducing Capt. Robenson, of South Carolina. Unexpected events oblige him (Waties) to return home. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 16 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 103 Request Item |
Inquires if it is probable that an Ensign in Burgoyne's army would be permitted to return to England to recover his health. Asks if it is true that Mr. [John] Adams has left Paris for America. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 24 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 104 Request Item |
The "Alliance" will be ready to go to Nantes in eight days. Introduces Mr. [Nathan] Blodget. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lee, Arthur, 1740-1792.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 26 | A. N. in 3d P. 1p. | CI, 105 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter to be copied. Invites him to dinner. General physical description: A. N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 March 30 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 106 Request Item |
Explains a misunderstanding about some Loan Office bills sent by him for account of Mr. Cordis. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 April 10 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 107 Request Item |
His cousin [Jonathan Williams, 3d,] will arrive in Paris from l'Orient with Capt. [John Paul] Jones. Requests him to show him the sights of Paris. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 April 10 | ALS, 1p. | XLVII, 145 Request Item |
Requests him to get a bust of his grandfather [Dr. Franklin], of Sèvres China set on a blue stone with a gold border, and send it to him with the bill. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Wharton, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 April 25 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 108 Request Item |
Inquires if the "Alliance" will not return to Brest from Nantes to convoy the American vessels. Could then use Dr. Franklin's letter of introduction to Capt. [Pierre] Landais. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
De Moullaine fils, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 April 30 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 109 Request Item |
Forwarding a letter for Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 May 2 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 110 Request Item |
Gives an account of his journey and the vessels he saw in port. Was on board the "Bon Homme Richard." Saw Lady Gransby [?] the renowned English beauty. Asks for news about Miss La Bahard and the Brillon family. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Grugenot, ------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 May 13 | L.S. 1p. | XIV, 107 Request Item |
Begs him to recommend to his grandfather, Mr. Bartholomew Terasson, who went over to America to carry on his trade of merchant; regrets that he is too busy to enjoy his truly interesting conversation or a game of chess. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | [1779.] May 20 | N.S. 1p. | XLII, 47 Request Item |
Called to see him and to remind him that the map of the scene of the war in America made by him (Capitaine) is being engraved. Hopes Dr. Franklin and his son will give it their approbation and send some copies to America. In French. General physical description: N.S. 1p. | |||
Williams 3d, Jonathan.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 June 3 | ALS, 4p. | CI, 111 Request Item |
Is leaving for I'Orient and from there will embark for America. Asks William Temple Franklin to write him of his adventures with the "Nymphs of St. Honoré" and other little anecdotes and news of the day. Requests that some clothing he left at the hotel be forwarded to him. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Cabanis, Pierre Jean Georges. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca. 1779] June 16 | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 93 Request Item |
Recommending a steward; messages from Madame Helvétius and himself. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 June 29 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 112 Request Item |
Gives an extract of a letter from Capt. Green relating the capture of a convoy of British vessels and supplies bound from New York to Georgia by the "Warren," the "Queen of France" and "Ranger"; Mr. [William] Carmichael to come to France soon in the "Deane." Has also received a letter from La Corogne [Corunna], Spain, giving an account of an engagement between the American privateer "General Arnold" and an English privateer, in which the latter was sunk. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Gourlade, -----..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 June 29 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 113 Request Item |
Received the case he forwarded and advised M. [Anne César] de la Luzerne; it could not be taken on board the frigate " Du Ploy la Sensible." Will ship it by the "Alliance" or some other vessel. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Wharton, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 July 1 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CI, 114 Request Item |
Requesting a copy of the memorial concerning Vandalia. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca. 1779] July 1 | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 88 Request Item |
Inquires if Marquis de Lafayette's "intendant" has paid what was due to William Temple Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 July 15 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 115 Request Item |
Has received word that his friends in America have collected a considerable sum of money for him and are prepared to honor his drafts. Asks advice as to how he should proceed in the matter. Met Mr. [Sir John] Temple the other evening, he came from Boston by way of Holland. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lee, Arthur, 1740-1792.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 July 22 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CI, 116 Request Item |
Has heard from a Captain at Bordeaux, who left Hampton, Va., on May 22d, that he saw three of the enemies' ships of war lying at Norfolk but heard nothing of their exploits, as published in the London Gazette. Does not believe they have blocked up a single river. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 July 27 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 117 Request Item |
Refers to his letter to Dr. Franklin about the escaped American prisoners who are in distress at Nantes. Took a particular interest in their cases to counteract the impression there that Dr. Franklin was a cruel, inhuman man, who wantonly left them suffer. S---- has since engaged to pay their landlady out of his own pocket. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 July 29 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 118 Request Item |
Enclosing three Loan Office bills for acceptance. Has received a letter from America for John Adams. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Aug. 8 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 119 Request Item |
Requests that a letter for Sweden which Dr. Franklin promised to write, be sent him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Alexander, William. St. Germain-en-Laye.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Aug. 9 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 120 Request Item |
Advising him that the ball to be given by Mme. de Merville has been postponed. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Brillon, ------.
to William Temple Franklin | [1779] Aug. 22 | A.L. in 3d P. 3p. | CVII, 156 Request Item |
He will leave, Tuesday, with M. de Samlot, and he expects him to join them. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 3p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 121 Request Item |
Heard of his return yesterday. Encloses a letter received from Holland for the Doctor's perusal. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de Montbarrey, Prince.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 2 | L.S. 1p. | CI, 122 Request Item |
Notifying him that the King had sanctioned Comte de Vergennes's proposition to allow him to embark at Havre with the French troops bound for England and wear the uniform of Aide-de-camp. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 7 | ALS, 6p. | XV, 176 Request Item |
Delighted that he is to be his Aide-de-camp; his rank and uniform; time of embarkation. No news as yet of the situation, manceuvres and intentions of the two fleets. Anxious for some word of Comte d'Estaing. Believes England to be in a bad way. Enclosing a memoir and an address from a Prussian officer, for his grandfather's perusal. General physical description: ALS, 6p. | |||
de Sorlut, De Court.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 8 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 123 Request Item |
Is going to settle in business in Bordeaux and enter into partnership with a large exporting firm. Asks to be given the title of Consul for the United States; would perform the duties free. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett. Isle of Thanet.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 11 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 124 Request Item |
Accounts have arrived in London that the French forces have taken Grenada and of an engagement between the French and British fleets. Asks for the address of Mr. [William] Caslon who brought a letter to London from William Temple Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Gimat, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 11 | ALS, 2p. | XV, 188 Request Item |
His lodgings will be ready upon his arrival at Havre; hopes for the speedy departure of the expedition. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 13 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 125 Request Item |
Requests him to get as full particulars as possible at Versailles about the Grenada conquest, as Mr. [Alexander John] Alexander has property interests on that island. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 13 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 126 Request Item |
Has received a memorandum of inquiry concerning Henry Dieudonné Drourat. Encloses a letter from him to his father. Chevalier de la Luzerne has not arrived yet, being on his way from Boston. Departure of M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval] universally regretted. Mrs. Bache and himself miss him very much. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 127 Request Item |
He may remain in Paris for some time yet; his presence not being required at Havre. Is himself going to a country seat near Havre. Alludes to the Empress of Russia's efforts to effect a reconciliation between the belligerents. The expedition against England is still being considered by the Ministry, but doubts if it will be decided upon. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Sarah Franklin, 1743-1808.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 16 | ALS, 4p. | CI, 128 Request Item |
Is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her father's bust; nothing could be more acceptable to her. Has had several letters recently from her brother, William Franklin; always inquires about his father and his son. Is sending a box of squirrel skins to William Temple Franklin by M. [Conrad Alexander] Gérard [de Rayneval]. Requests him to send her several articles which cannot be bought in America and a doll for her young daughter. Asks also that her father send her several household articles. Mentions the Duffield family, the Misses Clifton, etc. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Lee, Arthur, 1740-1792.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 19 | CVIII, 99 Request Item | |
Begs him to accept a picture of Dr. Franklin which he has ordered. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 129 Request Item |
With reference to some [Loan Office] bills. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Deane, Silas, 1737-1789.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Sept. 20 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 130 Request Item |
Very difficult at present to procure, in America, even the most necessary articles of life and more so curiosities of any kind; tried to get some of the latter for his friends in Paris but without success; money depreciating and merchandise selling at enormous prices. Has heard that his son [Jesse Deane] was spending the holidays with him. Requests the latters to take care of the furniture he left at Passy. Their many enemies and villifiers; every packet brings most outrageous scandal about Dr. Franklin. Is preparing to leave America. Has not seen Mr. [John] Adams since his return; hears he is disgusted at Congress for not appointing him to some Court abroad. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779. Sept. ?. | A.N.S. 1p. | CVIII, 22 Request Item |
Requests him to remind Dr. Franklin to write to England about [Capt. Gustavus] Conyngham who is in prison. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
De St. Aubin, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 1 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 131 Request Item |
Requests William Temple Franklin to show his portrait of General Washington to the Marquis Lafayette and let him know the latter's opinion of it; as he wishes to put it on sale and send some copies to America. Hears that M. Lafayette is going to have a full size portrait of General Washington made. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 2 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 132 Request Item |
Requests William Temple Franklin to buy him a watch in Paris. Has left Bordeaux, as he found he could not learn French well there. Is going to put lightning rods on a new house built by neighbor of his; asks a few particulars on the matter. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 11 | A.LS. 4p. | XVI, 29 Request Item |
Thanking him for the engraving of Washington; thinks it the best likeness he has seen in Europe, with the expection of one in his possession, taken from the original owned by Mr. [John] Hancock; intends to have an engraving made from this, after a drawing by the famous [Charles Nicolas] Cochin. Has received a letter from Capt. [John Paul] Jones in regard to [Capt. Pierre] Landais; regrets disputes between men fighting for the same cause. Begs for American news. Has great hopes of Comte d'Estaing's expedition. In case of embarking, will let him know in due time to get a Havre. General physical description: A.LS. 4p. | |||
Torris, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 133 Request Item |
Asking for two commissions for the privateers "Black Prince" and "Black Princess." Refers to reported capture of two cutters commanded by [Comte Sutton] de Clonard and de Roquefeuille, off the Lizard. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Breton, Alexandre.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 15 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 134 Request Item |
Inquiring about a letter he sent for [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], of In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Montfort, Comte de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 19 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 135 Request Item |
Requests him to read his educational plan or program submitted to Dr. Franklin and give his opinion on the English translation of it. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 22 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 136 Request Item |
Sends three letters to be forwarded to Chevalier de la Luzerne, Chevalier D'Anmours and Mr. [John] Bradford. Is uneasy about his baggage and effects which were to be sent him by the latter. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 26 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 137 Request Item |
Requests him to induce Dr. Franklin to write to Congress about his brother who is serving in the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | [1779] Oct. 29 | ALS, 4p. | LXI, 108 Request Item |
Asking for various maps of Great Britain. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Laneuville, Gen. Chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Oct. 31 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 138 Request Item |
Inviting him to dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 1 | ALS, 4p. | CI, 139 Request Item |
Came to France to learn the language and get experience in business. Now knows the language and proposes to go over to America and settle there before the war is over. Asks that his plan be submitted to Dr. Franklin for advice. In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 140 Request Item |
Asking William Temple Franklin to take care of his horse and dispose of him at the first opportunity. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 3 | A. N. S. 1p. | CI, 141 Request Item |
Sending Jonathan William [Jr.]'s horse. General physical description: A. N. S. 1p. | |||
Montfort, Count.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 17 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 142 Request Item |
Inquiring about the report of the taking of New York and the defeat of Gen. Prevost by Gen. [Benjamin] Lincoln. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 18 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 143 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for M. Suard. Inquires about the order from Congress for goods. Thinks [Le Ray] de Chaumont seems to prefer l'Orient to Nantes for shipping goods, but claims the latter port is more advantageous. Inquires about his new relations [the Alexander family] and [Thomas] Walpole. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Landais, Capt. Pierre.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 22 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 144 Request Item |
Is glad to hear Dr. Franklin is recovered. Will call on him Wednesday morning. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Nov. 31 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 145 Request Item |
Inquiring if his letters and some of his maps have been forwarded to the United States as requested. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 7 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 146 Request Item |
Requests him to send him several "rolls and pots of pomatum." General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 10 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 147 Request Item |
Has learned that William Temple Franklin has been married to one of the Miss Alexanders. Offers his congratulations. Hears that Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], has married into the same family. Wishes to know which of the young ladies is now Mrs. Franklin and which one Mrs. Williams. Encloses a letter to be delivered to Mr. [William] Carmichael as soon as he arrives in Europe. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Amchaga, M. d'.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 171 Request Item |
There are many rumors here about Mr. d'Estaing. He (d'Amchaga) will dine with Mr. Franklin on the 19th. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Holker, Jean..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 11 | L.S. 2p. | CI, 148 Request Item |
Has heard from Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] that he saw the Captain of the ship "Comité." Latter's account of Comte d'Estaing's movements unreliable. M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]'s arrival expected to any movement. Has received several letters from his son up to Sept. 18th containing no important news. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Moëballe, Col. Nicholas George. Vitry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 12 | L.S. 3p. | CI, 149 Request Item |
Is seriously ill and without friends or money. Begs that Dr. Franklin send him a few louis until he can get a remittance from Holland. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
Capitaine, -----. Mezières.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 17 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 150 Request Item |
Asks for any news he has about Capt. [John Paul] Jones and Lieut. Col. [Antoine Félix] Wuibert. Will call on his return to Paris to make arrangements for the coming campaign. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 18 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 151 Request Item |
Enclosing bills on the Commissioners for acceptance. Inquires about the order for goods from Congress. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bezanger, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 18 | L.S. 2P. | CI, 152 Request Item |
Offers to supply wine. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2P. | |||
Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 20 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 153 Request Item |
He is sending him, by way of Amsterdam, a box containing maps ordered by him of counties and towns in England and Ireland. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 21 | ALS, 3p. | CI, 154 Request Item |
Has heard from M. de Laneuville that some papers have arrived from America for Dr. Franklin. Asks if they contain any news of interest. Inquires about Gen. Washington's health. Is very anxious to hear from M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 21 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 155 Request Item |
Encloses bills on the Commissioners. Has heard nothing about the "Confederacy." Fears that she has met with the same fate as poor [Lambert] Wickes in the "Reprisal." Wishes to hear about Congress's orders for goods and his new relations' affairs. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 21 | L.S. 2P. | CI, 156 Request Item |
Encloses for acceptance twenty-three Continental Loan Office notes drawn on Dr. Franklin. As Congress has ordered his accounts to be paid, hopes some plan will be adopted by Dr. Franklin for making a settlement; his advances having exposed him too much. General physical description: L.S. 2P. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 22 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 157 Request Item |
Thanking him for the news about his brother [Normiont de Laneuville] who is serving in the United States. Sent the letter and newspaper containing the article to Marquis Lafayette; has asked the latter to have the letter and article published in the European papers. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 25 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 158 Request Item |
Enclosing bills on the Commissioners for acceptance. Requests him to reply for Dr. Franklin to his letters. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Moëballe, Col. Nicholas George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 29 | ALS, 1p. | CI, 159 Request Item |
Thanks Dr. Franklin and William Temple Franklin for assisting him in need. Remits two louis in payment of the sum loaned to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 Dec. 31 | ALS, 2p. | CI, 160 Request Item |
Requests him to procure the release on parole of Geo. Taylor, Lieutenant of the British privateer "Chance," in prison at Bayonne; also of John Craig a passenger on the ship "Matty" of Glasgow. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Monsieur and Madame de Boulainvillers.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 147 Request Item |
Invitation to the wedding of Madamoiselle de Boulainvillers and Le Vicomte de Clermont Tonnere. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Breton, Alexandre.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 170 Request Item |
Wishes to know if Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] has returned to In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Brown, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 167 Request Item |
Thanks him for his letter, will call to see him at the first opportunity. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Brown, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 168 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter to Dr. Franklin from Mr. Pollard, and an answer to the letter he dictated for him to the gentlemen at General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Cabanis, Pierre Jean Georges. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 25 Request Item |
Recommending a brave sailor who wishes to obtain a commission from the United States to fit out a privateer and cruise against the English. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 140 Request Item |
Encloses some drafts, bills and gazettes, if these are correct they are to be returned as soon as possible. Tomorrow is the last day for the payment of [John D.] Schweighauser's drafts. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Hersaut, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779 March | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 141 Request Item |
Asking his protection to obtain a position. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 87 Request Item |
Enclosing letters with request that they be forwarded to America. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
De Moullaine M. fils.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 162 Request Item |
Has heard that General [Aug.ine] Prevost has met the same fate as Burgoyne; if this should not be known at present, he will be discreet. (In french.) General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mouret, Prosper.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | Mem. 1p. | CVIII, 92 Request Item |
Wishes to go to the United States to engage in his trade as printer. In French. General physical description: Mem. 1p. | |||
Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1779. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 152 Request Item |
Invites him to call on him. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 1 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 1 Request Item |
Having received a letter from his brother, he decides to remain abroad to wait the results of the West India operations. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1780 Jan. 1 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 2 Request Item |
Thanks him for his trouble about the horse; has sent some patterns for Dr. Franklin's inspection. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 4 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 3 Request Item |
Encloses Loan Office bills of exchange for acceptance; the arrival of two Captains from Philadelphia at l'Orient and of a boat from Baltimore at Bordeaux. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 5 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 4 Request Item |
Invitation to a ball. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 8 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 5 Request Item |
The ball has been postponed to Sunday. Asks for news of the arrival of Mr. J[ohn] Adams. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 6 Request Item |
The opinion of Baron de Steding on the conduct of the American soldiers. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 7 Request Item |
Thanks him for all his trouble and for the condescending goodness of his grandfather; encloses fifteen louis for the watch, which has arrived safely. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 10 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 8 Request Item |
Requests the return of "sundry bills" to him at Nantes; expresses anxiety about the overdue "Confederacy"; no news of Mr. [John] Adams. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 11 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 9 Request Item |
Accepts invitation for dinner and will go with him to the ball. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Prevon, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 18 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 10 Request Item |
Asks him to see that M. [Le Ray] de Chaumont pays the bill for the wood. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 18 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 11 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for Dr. Franklin, to be presented if proper. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 22 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 12 Request Item |
Requesting a blank privateer commission for Capt. Boardman of the schooner "Betsey," Walter Peter and Co., owners. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 24 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 13 Request Item |
Owing to illness, the ball is postponed until the 31st; invites him to dinner on that date. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 25 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 14 Request Item |
Considers the Resolve of Congress of Aug. 11, 1778, sufficient authority for the discharge of his claim against the United States; Captain [John] Green lost his vessel through the carelessness of his pilot; offers to take dispatches to America when he leaves with Captain [Thomas] Bell. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 28 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 15 Request Item |
Requests some India rubber for a lady of his acquaintance; regrets that he cannot be with them on Monday. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 16 Request Item |
An invitation to a ball and a dinner on the 7th; also an invitation from some ladies for the 6th. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 1 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 17 Request Item |
Sends his servant for the pass; urges him to write to Dr. [John] P[ringle?] and tells how to send his letter so as to avoid its being opened in London, since ministerial writers are ready to abuse the Doctor. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 18 Request Item |
Enclosing some bills to be accepted. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 19 Request Item |
Requests a commission or letter of marque for Captain [Samuel] Smith of the "Kensington." General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 8 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 20 Request Item |
An invitation to dinner. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 11 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 21 Request Item |
An invitation to dinner from him and his father; they would also like to have Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Jones, Ezra..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Februrary 11 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 22 Request Item |
Enclosed sends a "Catalogue of Characters"; offers to be bearer of any commands for America; sails in the "Luzerne" for Philadelphia; announces the arriaval of the "Caption Jones." General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Allaire, Peter.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 14 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 23a Request Item |
Asks for a pass to Brussels. A. E. by W[illiam] T[emple] F[ranklin]. Asks if Dr. Franklin will grant this request. By [Benjamin Franklin]. "No." General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 15 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 24 Request Item |
The arrival of the "Confederacy" ; is anxious for news of Congress; arrangements in the ports of France. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 19 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 25 Request Item |
Introduces William Brush from one of the northern states, and Mr. Wilkinson of South Carolina. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
J. Dubosi, Mlle.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 23 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 26 Request Item |
Wishes to know if Madame Aves has written to him about the ring and pair of shoe buckles, she expected to send him from London. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 24 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 27 Request Item |
Glad to know about the false report, that his uncle [John Williams] is in London; he is with him, and in proof sends a letter from him; begs that he destroy this report. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 24 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 28 Request Item |
Requests that the malicious report that he is in London, be denied; he has not been there since Oct. 6th, 1778. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 26 | A. L. 1p. | CII, 29 Request Item |
Sends a bill for acceptance. General physical description: A. L. 1p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Feb. 27 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 30 Request Item |
Dedicates to him the second edition of his "Choix d'Histoire" and the third of his "Robinson"; encloses; a "Bouts-rimés" for Mlle. de Chaumont. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 2 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 31 Request Item |
Asks the return of the letter from the Marquis Lafayette; thanks him for his zeal in pleading his cause; wishes to obtain the brevet of Lieutenant-Colonel to prove to America that his country was pleased with his conduct. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lockyer, B.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 3 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 32 Request Item |
Thanks him for his recommendation to the school, but decides to place his children near the sea-coast where they will have no opportunity of contracting the Parisian customs. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 10 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 33 Request Item |
Consigned to Messrs. Fizeaux and Grand ninety-six pounds of two line Pica Doric for his grandfather; disappointed he has not received the order for Voltaire's works; has delivered the box to Miss Shipley and sent a letter from her to Dr. Franklin; announces the birth of a daughter. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Holker, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 10 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 34 Request Item |
Asks for the return of the papers belonging to Messrs. Sabatie and Depononcy. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Girardot, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 13 | L. in 3d P. | CII, 35 Request Item |
Begs to know the first opportunity of sending to London some things which Madame has left. In French. General physical description: L. in 3d P. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 14 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 36 Request Item |
Encloses, for Dr. Franklin, a copy of the long budget of complaints against Mr. [Silas] Deane and others; denies the truth of these reports. Enclosure. Extract from the charges against Messrs. Deane, Hodge and Ross. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 15 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 37 Request Item |
Wishes to know if Dr. [Edward] Bancroft has returned and if he could convey a letter to Mr. [Arthur] Lee; invites him and Dr. Franklin to dinner to meet General Bieter and M. Ventades. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 23 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 38 Request Item |
Enclose a bond for a commission for a vessel "owned by A. J. Dornan and fitted in Spain under the auspices of the French Consul at Vigo"; asks for the promised letter for Mr. [John] Aitcheson; has written to Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont whose reproaches are injurious. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 27 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 39 Request Item |
Asks to have a certified copy made, at his expense, of his amount lodged with Dr. Franklin as he has sent his only duplicate copy by the "Marquis Lafayette." General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 March 29 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 40 Request Item |
Sent some squirrel skins by Mr. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]; disappointed at not receiving the bust [of Dr. Franklin]; acknowledges receipt of things from her father; sent to Miss Clifton, before leaving Philadelphia, her most valuable prossessions, among them his little black trunk; the defeat of the enemy at Trenton, made it safe for her to return; the trunk is safe; the Misses Sally and Betsy Duffield have just gone home; Miss [Margaret] Shippen is married to General [Benedict] Arnold. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 1 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 41 Request Item |
Sends a small bill from Madrid for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 2 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 42 Request Item |
An invitation to dinner in the country and a request for passage on the "Alliance" to return to America to serve as a volunteer. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Lorin, -----. Morlaix.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 4 | ALS, 4p. | XVIII, 5 Request Item |
Reminds him of the service which he rendered him upon his arrival in France; asks him to use his influence to obtain for him the position of correspondent at Morlaix. In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 5 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 43 Request Item |
Thanks him for speaking to his father; begs him to write to Captain [John Paul] Jones, and to ask his Excellency for a letter stating that the King is pleased with his services. Declines an invitation to dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lloyd, Richar Bennett.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 7 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 44 Request Item |
He and his family leave soon for America; reports relating to the armament going from Brest to Canada or New York; wishes to know if there is much danger, when he arrives at Sandy Hook, of being obliged to about-ship and go to Halifax or England. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 10 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 45 Request Item |
The alliance proposed by the Empress of Russia for the protection of the commerce of neutral nations. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 12 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 46 Request Item |
Sends an important package for Mr. [Jean] Holker. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 17 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 47 Request Item |
Asks that Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson's things be sent by Captain [John Paul] Jones. Expects to embark soon under protection of the "Alliance"; offers his services to be useful in any way in America. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 19 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 48 Request Item |
Asks that Dr. Franklin pay no attention to his last letter. Has obtained permission from M. [Jacques] Necker to transport the woolens, duty free. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Möeballe, Nicholas George. Middelburg.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 19 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 49 Request Item |
About a Dutch vessel captured by Commodore [John Paul] Jones. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Montfort, Comte de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 20 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLIV, 232 Request Item |
Thanks him for the loan of his horse, which he sends back to him. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 20 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 50 Request Item |
Wishes to know how much in French money is due him by Mr. [John] Bradford. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 21 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 51 Request Item |
Asks for the return of his papers. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 25 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 52 Request Item |
Sends enclosed a letter for Mr. [John Paul] Jones; gives his reasons for not returning to America; the impossibility of securing Mr. [John] Paul Jones for dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Wharton, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 April 27 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 53 Request Item |
Introduces his friend Dr. John Foulke. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 3 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 54 Request Item |
Thanks him for his kindness in executing Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson's order. Encloses a sheet of his letter paper and tells how to order it. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 4 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 55 Request Item |
Encloses a draft. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 6 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 56 Request Item |
Wishes to know how the remainder of the clothing is to be shipped. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 9 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 57 Request Item |
Still waiting for the letters for Mr. [John] Aitcheson; has been managing the European funds of the State of Maryland. Captain Samson of the "Mercury" packet arrived at Plymouth, New England, Feb. 14. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 10 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 58 Request Item |
Begs that Dr. Franklin will make some plan for the purchase of the "Serapis." If Dr. Franklin can devise some plan by whichs to discharge what is due him by the United States, he will buy it. The vessels here are waiting for Captain [John Paul] Jones, to sail under his protection. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 15 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 59 Request Item |
Encloses bills for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 16 | L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 61 Request Item |
Encloses two bills for acceptance. In French. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 18 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 60 Request Item |
Encloses several bills drawn by Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners for acceptance. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 21 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 62 Request Item |
The frigate "Bonne Voitiere" is blockaded and cannot reach Ranelagh to-day. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Genet, Edme Jacques , d.1781.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 21 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 63 Request Item |
He has given a translation to Comte de Vergennes; by order of the Minister he encloses a copy. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 23 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 64 Request Item |
Encloses six notes for acceptance drawn by Mr. Fran[cis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners at Paris. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 27 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 65 Request Item |
Encloses two notes for acceptance, drawn by Mr. F[rancis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners at Paris. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 29 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 65 1/2 Request Item |
His father absolutely refuses to give him the means to go to America; if he could receive the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel, he would secure the necessary funds; please renew his proposition to Mr. [John] Paul Jones. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de Tott, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 May 30 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 66 Request Item |
Wishes to know about the books he asked him to get from England. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 1 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 67 Request Item |
Asks him to direct some person to secure his negro boy who may have strayed towards General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 3 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 68 Request Item |
The loss of the negro boy has kept him in Paris, he leaves tonight for I'Orient; should the boy be found after his departure he is to be given to Mr. [John] Adams. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Regnier, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 5 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 69 Request Item |
Asks for the promised letters from Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 6 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 70 Request Item |
Asks that the certified copy of his account be sent by Mr. [John] Ross; wishes to know the truth of the rumor, that the French have been successful against [Admiral] Rodney. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 9 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 71 Request Item |
Leaves that night in the "Diligence," asks for the packets and offers to execute any commission "an inch short of high treason." Expects to be back [from England] within three weeks. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Tardy, Gabriel..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 15 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 72 Request Item |
Encloses notes from Mr. F[ranci]s Hopkinson for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 15 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 73 Request Item |
Encloses a letter for Dr. Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Du Vivier, Pierre Simon Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 18 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 74 Request Item |
Wishes the name to be put on the medals ordered by Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 20 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 75 Request Item |
Invitation to dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Du Vivier, Pierre Simon Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 20 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 76 Request Item |
Did not know that the medals were to be of gold, so will bring them all in a short time. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Caslon, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 20 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 77 Request Item |
Regrets that he cannot procure the pamphlets; sends other books by Mr. [William] Alexander. He and Mr. [James] Woodmason had lost the order for Voltaire's works, consequently the proprietors will suffer great loss. Miss Shipley will send to Dr. Franklin her father's picture as soon as she finishes it. He met their old master [James] Elphinston who is very poor. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Allaire, Peter.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 26 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 78 Request Item |
Wishes to know if Mr. [John] Jay is in Paris; confirmation of the news of the taking of the Martinique fleet; other naval news. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Mosny, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 June 29 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 79 Request Item |
Returns the fencing outfit after making the repairs. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 2 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 81 Request Item |
Most anxious to reach America; finds all vessels are leaving from l'Orient, so will go there. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
De Sainte Marie, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 7 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 80 Request Item |
Asks that the enclosed letter be forwarded to [George] Braxton, [Jr.]. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 8 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 82 Request Item |
Request that he search again for the bills from [Joseph] Gardoqui [Son and Co.]. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | [1780] July 12 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 83 Request Item |
Mr. Burk regrets that the package for Mrs. H-----y was seized by the Margate Custom House. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 16 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 84 Request Item |
Regrets the pleasures of Paris. The "Alliance" has sailed with the fleet. He will leave shortly in a brig which came from Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 19 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 85 Request Item |
Leaves in a few days on the "Duke of Leinster" under protection of Captain [John Paul] Jones of the "Ariel"; asks for commissions for America and news of little Benjamin [Franklin] Bache. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ingersoll, Jared.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 23 | A.L.S 1p. | CII, 86 Request Item |
Asks that his library be forwarded to him; the French fleet arrived at Newport; Admiral [Samuel] Graves is at New York. General physical description: A.L.S 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 27 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 88 Request Item |
Hopes he has been able to complete the Doctor's accounts, gives news of the "Hermione's" encounter with the English off New York and of the capture of " Les Etats d'Artois." General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Nuttle, Samuel. Havre-de-Grace.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 July 31 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 89 Request Item |
Asks that he obtain permission for him to enter the French merchant service. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Braxton, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 4 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 90 Request Item |
Rejoices in having such a sincere friend; any commands he will execute. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 7 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 91 Request Item |
Has been made a Lieutenant-Colonel; now most desirous of returning to America. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 8 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 92 Request Item |
Announces the death of his cousin Jona[than] Williams; Mr. [Silas] Deane is with him and will leave for Paris in four or five days. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 93 Request Item |
Mr. [Silas] Deane brings this letter and will give all the news; wishes to know Mr. [John] A[dam]s's business in Holland; please get his accounts from Mr. A[dams]. He draws on the Doctor [Franklin] for £1,520 14 s., which has been sent to Mrs. [Richard] Bache, this sum is to come from the Doctor's personal account. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 16 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 94 Request Item |
The delay in the sailing of Captain [John Paul] Jones is due to Mr. [Le Ray] de Chaumont who will not pay the wages and prizemoney due the crew. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Trumbull, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 17 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 95 Request Item |
Having heard that a packet from New London was chased ashore at l'Orient and that the despatches were saved, asks that if there is a letter for him, it be sent in care of Mr. D-----. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 19 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 96 Request Item |
His opinion of the morals of the married women of France. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 24 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 97 Request Item |
Encloses certificates from Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 26 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 98 Request Item |
Asks for the address of a banker, and invites him to visit him at St. Maudé. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 29 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 99 Request Item |
Tells of his lack of success in making love. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 29 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 100 Request Item |
Encloses a letter from Messrs. Harmar and Lewis of Philadelphia, concerning some bills. The "Cecil," belonging to Mr. DaCosta, which brought this letter, reports the success of the Americans against [Baron Wilhelm von] Knyphausen and the arrival of the French fleet. Asks his courtesy for Mrs. [William] Blake and her children of South Carolina. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Aug. 31 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 101 Request Item |
Encloses a bill which has passed through several hands without the signature of Mr. [Francis] Hopkinson. Has heard of the great capture by the Spaniards. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 1 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 102 Request Item |
Hastens to announces [Gen. Sir Henry] Clinton's defeat in Jersey by General Washington. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 8 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 103 Request Item |
Arrival of American vessels with despatches. The American army is increasing rapidly. Gen. [Horatio] Gates, on his march to Carolina, had collected an army of three thousand before these vessels left. The crew and officers of the vessel detained here have not yet received their wages and prize-money from M. [Le Ray] de Ch[aumont]. His management a mere fizzle and deception. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 9 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 104 Request Item |
Sees that one of the bills returned has already been paid, sends it back for Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand to see, so as to be able to trace the carelessness or roguery. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Le Veillard, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 105 Request Item |
Returns a ticket for a ball. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 106 Request Item |
Request that his portrait be sent to him by Captain Sampson. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
de Perrochall, -----. Chateau du Thiel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 15 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 107 Request Item |
Asking for a passport for Mr. Esdaile, a friend. A.E. by W[illiam] T[emple] F[ranklin]. The passport given. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 15 | A.L.S. | CII, 109 Request Item |
A letter to show his knowledge of French. In French. General physical description: A.L.S. | |||
Searle, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 16 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 110 Request Item |
Thanking him for the letters and declaring his intention of dining with Dr. Franklin the next day. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 18 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 111 Request Item |
Encloses the letters to be forwarded to Mr. [George] Braxton, [Jr.]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 20 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 112 Request Item |
Capt. [John Paul] Jones has succeeded in getting wages due 45 seamen of the "B[on] H[omme] Richard" on board the " Ariel "; but no prize-money and nothing for those gone to America; Mr. [Samuel] Wharton explains the silence of Captain Jones in this matter is due to desire not to add to his grandfather's troubles. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | [1780] Sept. 26 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 113 Request Item |
Requests that a room he secured for him; explains that he could not dine with the Doctor [Franklin] on account of his eyes; asks that the enclosed letters be forwarded to Mr. [George] Fox. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 26 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 114 Request Item |
Thanks him for forwarding his packet from America; his letters contain no news of any importance. Wonders if Mr. [James] Searle has the necessary ability for his commission and what interest can Pennsylvania have separate from the other states. Gives and asks news of Various friends. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Braxton, George Jr. Grois.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 26 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 115 Request Item |
Has set sail for America on the "Duke of Leinster"; hopes that Mr. [Joseph] Mayo may see the different amusements of Paris. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 28 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 116 Request Item |
Introduces Mr. Moore and returns his accounts to have them signed, examined and approved by the Doctor [Franklin]. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Sept. 30 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 117 Request Item |
Describes his life in the country. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
de Malesherbes, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 2 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 118 Request Item |
As requested sends three packages of seeds of plants unknown in America. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 2. | ALS, 2p. | CII, 119 Request Item |
Owing to adverse winds they have not been able to sail. A brig has just arrived from Philadelphia reporting the safe arrival of the "Alliance" [Capt. Pierre] Landais was put under arrest and the "Alliance" was to be offered to Captain [John] Barry. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 3. | ALS, 1p. | CII, 120 Request Item |
Thanks him for his trouble in enquiring about the lodgings; also for Mr. [George] Fox and Mr. [George] Braxton, [Jr.]'s letters. Accepts his invitation to breakfast. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Collins, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 11 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 121 Request Item |
Asking him not to bother about the passports. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Deane, Silas, 1737-1789.
to William Temple Franklin | [1780. Oct. 11] Monday Evening. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 122 Request Item |
Asks the address of Mr. [Joseph] Mayo and Dr. [John] Foulke and for Montieu's papers. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 12 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 123 Request Item |
Promises to be more discreet since his letters are subject to examination; acknowledges a letter from [Joseph] Mayo; asks advice about dress; is desirous of hearing the news from America; encloses a letter for [John] Foulke; wishes to know [William] Robeson's plans. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Le Roy, Jean Baptiste.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 21 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CII, 124a Request Item |
Encloses the letters received about sauce pans; recommends Vitel; hopes Dr. Franklin's gout is better. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 24 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 125 Request Item |
Wishes the correct news about Gen. [Horatio] Gates's defeat at Camden; the German newspapers are most uncomplimentary; if he receives an answer promptly, he will circulate the correct report. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Bache, Sarah Franklin, 1743-1808.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 30 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 126 Request Item |
Besides the squirrel skins sent by Mr. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval], eighty odd were sent in a sugar box; sent also a piece of American spun silk to her father; the nuts, apples,and cotton shall be sent shortly in a twenty-gun ship; supposes he has heard about [Benedict] Arnold; gives news of her children. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Oct. 31 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 127 Request Item |
Great desire to know the true story of [Gen. Horatio] Gates's defeat. Wishes to know of any vessel sailing for his port as he has letters to send. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 2 | A.L. 2p. | CII, 128 Request Item |
Thanking him for his letter and the extract from the Pennsylvania Gazette; when the information about Gen. [Horatio] Gates is received, he requests that it be sent to him as soon as possible. In French. General physical description: A.L. 2p. | |||
Dussaut, Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 5 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 129 Request Item |
Apologizes for not inquiring personally about his Excellency; would like to know when he will be able to see him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jones, Capt. John Paul.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 11 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 130 Request Item |
Anxiety about his Excellency's health; has not yet received any papers or power to administer the oath of allegiance; advises that the public dispatches be sent as soon as possible. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Austin, Jonathan Loring.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 11 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 131 Request Item |
Request for a permit to ship arms and war-like stores on the "Mars." General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
De Bourcel, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 132 Request Item |
Request that the eleven letters of exchange be sent to him as soon as possible. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 134 Request Item |
Asks that his accounts be examined and that he certifies that they are like the original in the possession of his Excellency [Dr. Franklin]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
All, Isaac.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Nov. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 135 Request Item |
Thanks him for his letter; hopes his Excellency's health will be soon restored; has been ill himself but hopes soon to sail with Captain [John Paul] Jones. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 2 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 136 Request Item |
Sends back the commission for Captain Boardman, requesting the bond to be destroyed; asks for a commission for Captain James Byrnes, enclosing a bond already signed. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 7 | L.S. 2p. | CII, 137 Request Item |
Glad to hear of his Excellency's recovery; finds it exceedingly dull in the Capital of the reign of Mammon; request for news. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 7 | ALS, 4p. | CII, 138 Request Item |
Encloses a letter received from The Hague; hopes there is not reason for the anxiety expressed in it; requests to hear news received by the frigate "Amazone." In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Tyler, John S. Ostend.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 10 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 139 Request Item |
Has had a very disagreeable time. His friends, Trumble, remains in prison; requests that letters for them be sent to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 12 | ALS, 1p. | CII, 140 Request Item |
Encloses notes drawn by F[rancis] Hopkinson for acceptance. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Dec. 19 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 141 Request Item |
An invitation to dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1780 Dec. 23 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 142 Request Item |
The English are not permitted to enter Spain, where he is most anxious to go to perfect his Spanish, therefore he could only go as an American. If it is possible he would like Dr. Franklin to give him a certificate or passport. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Bache, Sarah Franklin, 1743-1808.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1780 Dec. 26 | ALS, 2p. | CII, 145 Request Item |
Complains that she has not received any letters for a twelve month; gives news of the family. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin. | 1780 Dec. 31 | A.L. 2p. | CII, 146 Request Item |
Thanks him for his good news; the Emperor [Joseph II] is friendly to France; the English have declared war against Holland. In French. General physical description: A.L. 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1780 Dec. 31 | ALS, 3p. | CII, 147 Request Item |
Sends all the certificates properly signed; he received the rank of Brigadier-General as a reward for his talents; requests that the papers be returned as soon as possible. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Boulainvilliers, Mme de.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | A.N.S. 1p. | CVIII, 103 Request Item |
Recommending a lackey. In French. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | Aug. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 131 Request Item |
He leaves Saturday for St. Florentin; offers to do any commissions. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 125 Request Item |
Asks him to go with him to a ball where pretty women will be as thick as hops. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | A.L. 1p. | CVII, 146 Request Item |
An invitation to a ball. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 150 Request Item |
Asks that the enclosed letters be given to Dr. Franklin to forward. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1781 April | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 118 Request Item |
Urging him to come to them, promises him dancing. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 163 Request Item |
The ball was postponed on account of an epidemic of colds, called follette. Hopes Franklin can come. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Noirmont de Laneuville.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780 Dec. | ALS, 1p. | CVIII, 49 Request Item |
Inquires what was the value of a dollar in May, 1779; will send his American papers to be certified by Dr. Franklin; M. [Peter Charles] L'Enfant is about to leave. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Montfort, Comte de.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 133 Request Item |
Asks for news; has received letters from Brest giving size of merchant fleet ready to sail. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Nuttle, Samuel.
to W.T. Franklin. | C. 1780 June 6 | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 122 Request Item |
The enclosure is for his Excellency [Dr. Franklin]; asks his protection to obtain a command as Captain on a French merchantman. Wishes to know if Mr. [Samuel] Wharton, of Philadelphia, has left General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 126 Request Item |
Asks for his great-coat and spurs left at Passy by Mr. [Jonathan] Williams. [Jr.]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Rochon, Abbé Alexis Marie.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 148 Request Item |
Sending twelve bottles of malmsey from Madeira. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Scott, George.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1780. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 172 Request Item |
Will not leave until next Friday; invites him to dine with him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Wharton, ------ Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1780. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 128 Request Item |
The long piece of writing for Mr. Wharton's father, which requires to be finished immediately, deprives him of the pleasure he should take in rendering Mr. Fevery service. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1780. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 137 Request Item |
Encloses bills for acceptance; William Temple Franklin writes that Captain [Samuel] Smith will get his command; wishes to know about Captain Boardman. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1780. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 138 Request Item |
Enclosing bills for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 7 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 1 Request Item |
Thanking him and Dr. Franklin for the latter's letter of recommendation, which had a good effect on the Ministers at Versailles. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Granchez, D.P.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 11 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 2 Request Item |
With reference to bronzing his buckels. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 3 Request Item |
Sending several drafts on Dr. Franklin for M. de Montaudouin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Littlepage, Lewis.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1781] Jan. 17 | ALS, 1p. | CVIII, 55 Request Item |
Cannot dine with him, as [Pierre Aug.in Caron de] Beaumarchais has requested him to be at home at 4 o'clock. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 18 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 4 Request Item |
Thanks him for news about the situation in America. The hand bill a fabrication to frighten [Gen. Sir Henry] Clinton, [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis and [Gen. Alexander] Leslie. Is obliged to him for form of bill book and explanation as to how to use it. The States Generals have resolved to grant letters of marque. Alludes to the threatened coalition of European powers against England. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 5 Request Item |
Requests that a parcel of bills be delivered to M. [Ferdinand] Grand. Directions about shipment of his printing press. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 23 | L.S. 1p. | CIII, 6 Request Item |
With reference to Harmar and Lewis's Loan Office Bills. Alludes to his wife's recent serious illness and to Le Ray de Chaumont's business failure. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 23 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 7 Request Item |
Refers to reports from The Hague and declaration of war by England against the Dutch Republic. Will have to go to Versailles to see the new Minister. Sends items of news received from Toulon about launching of new warships. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan. 27 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 8 Request Item |
Invitation to an entertainment and dance at M. Dufay's. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Grand, Jean-François-Paul?.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 9 Request Item |
Requesting him to give the bearer information about trade in America. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 3 | L.S. 1p. | CIII, 10 Request Item |
Sending drafts by [Francis] Hopkinson on Dr. Franklin. Alludes to his wife's critical illness. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Bromfield, Henry Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 11 Request Item |
Plan for equipping a vessel, for which Dr. Franklin had given a passport, had to be abandoned owing to insecurity of remaining in London. Passport had to be destroyed to avoid detection. Requests that the bond deposited with Dr. Franklin be cancelled. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 6 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 12 Request Item |
Has written to M. [Jacques] Necker; cannot unload his ship until he receives a reply. Cannot procure freight for Capt. [Joseph] Conkling's vessel, [the "Whim"] at Rochelle. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Latouche, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 7 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 13 Request Item |
With reference to Jonathan Williams's accounts with Le Ray de Chaumont. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 10 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 15 Request Item |
Sending bills for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Tardy, Gabriel..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 16 Request Item |
Is in I'Orient to attend to Jonathan Williams's interests in the loading of the ship "Marquis Lafayette." Sends bills by [Francis] Hopkinson on the Commissioners. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 12 | A.N. 1p. | CIII, 14 Request Item |
Sending copy of letter from M. de Fontenet about the Comtesse de Forbach's illness. In French. General physical description: A.N. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 12 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 17 Request Item |
Giving directions about the shipment of his printing machine and refers to the case of a "poor fellow" he is interested in. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 13 | A.N. 1p. | CIII, 18 Request Item |
Tells of condition of Comtesse de Forbach, who is ill. Inquires about reported desertions from Gen. Washington's army. In French. General physical description: A.N. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Feb. 15 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 19 Request Item |
Sending bills on the Commissioners for acceptance. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Feb. 18 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 20 Request Item |
Invitation to a dance at M. Dufay's. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Croix, Mr. and Mme. de Stante.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Feb. 18 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 21 Request Item |
Inviting him to a dance at their house. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Feb. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 22 Request Item |
Sending particulars of Comtesse de Forbach's illness; her recovery expected. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to Benjamin and W.T. Franklin. | 1781 Feb. 22-26 | A.N. 1p. | CIII, 23 Request Item |
With reference to Comtesse de Forbach's illness. In French. General physical description: A.N. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Feb. 27 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 24 Request Item |
Sending a bill for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 March 9 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 25 Request Item |
Complains of the lack of courtesy and insolence of the Captain of the "Marquis Lafayette" to his passengers. Fears they will have an unpleasant voyage. Refers to Mlle. Brillon and Mlle. Sophie [de] Perceval. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 March 10 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 27 Request Item |
Is anxious to become an American citizen, but not prepared to go through the formalities at Bordeaux. Intends to go to Madrid first to learn Spanish. Asks his opinion and advice in the matter. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 March 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 28 Request Item |
Was prevented by a severe illness from writing to his family and friends in America for a long time. Requests him to send word to his friends at Philadelphia of his recovery. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 March 13 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 29 Request Item |
With reference to letters to be forwarded to Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 14 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 30 Request Item |
Has received a letter from Le Ray de Chaumont, Sr., which had a good effect on the Captain. Encloses a letter for de Chaumont fils. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 16 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 31 Request Item |
Sending papers to be certified by Dr. Franklin relative to an account which he is to collect in the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Powell, Sara.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 16 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 32 Request Item |
Cannot finish making his shirts on account of her health. Requests him to send for them. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 21 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 33 Request Item |
Regrets that [Le Ray] de Chaumont has such a good opinion of his Captain who is very unpopular. Refers to Mlles. Brillon, Mme. Caillot and Mlle. [Sophie] de P(erceval). Encloses a letter for de Chaumont fils. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 10, 24. | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 26 Request Item |
Sends a copy of his previous letter about his project of going to Madrid for a few months before setting out for America, and requests an early reply. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 34 Request Item |
Is just setting out from Nantes. Inquires if two bills endorsed by Nat[haniel] Barrett have been paid. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 26 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 35 Request Item |
Sails to-day on the "Marquis Lafayette" for Philadelphia, under escort of the "Alliance," with six or seven American vessels. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Richard Neave and Son. Bornier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 26 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 36 Request Item |
Blame Samuel Wharton for their embarrassing situation owing to lack of ready money. Ask if Dr. Franklin will help them to procure some cash on good security. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Dana, Francis M.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 28 | ALS, 1p. | CIII,37 Request Item |
On his return finds $400 missing. Hopes prudent measures will be taken to discover the culprit. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 March 30 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 38 Request Item |
State of public affairs in America. Party spirit and jealousy still prevail. The Southern army under [Gen. Nathanael] Greene in a much better situation since the action with [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis. Requests for sets of crayons to be sent him by Capt. Darby of the ship "Hope." General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 1 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 39 Request Item |
Requests him to purchase for Mrs. Jay several articles of dress, etc., and send them by his courier to Madrid. Remarks on the subject of dress and equipage. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carmichael, William, d. 1795 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 1 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 40 Request Item |
Requesting him to purchase several articles for Mrs. [John] Jay and himself. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 2 | L.S. 1p. | CIII, 41 Request Item |
Sending drafts for acceptance. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 3 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 42 Request Item |
Inquires about the departure of a vessel for Philadelphia; wishes to write to his friends. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 7 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 43 Request Item |
Is preparing to leave Bordeaux; expects to travel with Col. [Henry Brockholst] Livingston from Bayonne to Madrid. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 44 Request Item |
Inquires about articles which Dr. Franklin wishes to ship to Mrs. [Jane] Mecom. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carmichael, William, d. 1795 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 45 Request Item |
Mr. [John] Jay's courier returned from Paris with letters and articles purchased for them. Thanks him for his trouble. Expresses his gratitude for Dr. Franklin's friendship. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 23 | L. S. 2p. | CIII, 46 Request Item |
Has heard of the arrival of the ship "Mars" at Boston. Articles for Mrs. [Jane] Mecom will be shipped by the "Active." Refers to American seamen deserting from the "Marquis Lafayette." In French. General physical description: L. S. 2p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 24 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 47 Request Item |
Is uneasy at not receiving any replies to his letters. Has not heard from either [Joseph] Mayo or [John] Foulke. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 28 | A. N. S. 1p. | CIII, 48 Request Item |
Has just returned from Champlost. Encloses a letter to be forwarded to America. General physical description: A. N. S. 1p. | |||
Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 29 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 49 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. Winslow Warren from Massachusetts. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 30 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 50 Request Item |
Regrets he cannot postpone the dinner; Mr. [John] Laurens will be present. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 2 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 51 Request Item |
Is pleased with the articles purchased for him and Mrs. Jay. Requests him to send Mrs. Jay a pair of shoe buckles and to forward letters brought by Col. [John] Laurens. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 2 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 52 Request Item |
Is leaving on his annual tour of inspection. Requests that any important news received from America be communicated to him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 53 Request Item |
Expects to arrive at St. Germain on the 10th. The ladies of Passy mistaken in saying he has not "common sense"; is bringing it with him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 5 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 54 Request Item |
Is happy to learn that Col. [Banastre] Tarleton has been defeated; has heard a report of the capture of Gen. [Benedict] Arnold. Wishes to know what the French and the allies in general are doing now. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Pechigny, Mme..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 55 Request Item |
Begs him to let her know why he no longer recommends her boarding school, and does not send her any more boarders. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 26 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 56 Request Item |
Report that M. [Jacques] Necker is out of place; every one seems to regret it. Inquires if Mr. [Charles] Thomson, Secretary to Congress, has a nephew in France. Heard of a young man claiming to be such who had gone into Spain. Refers to [John] Foulke and [Joseph] Mayo. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 28 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 57 Request Item |
Intends to go to America soon. Asks if he could go in some convoy or in any of the French warships or frigates. Refers to the coming abundant vintage. The people generally dissatisfied with the dismissal of [Jacques] Necker. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Galloway, Eliza.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 May 28 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 58 Request Item |
Dr. Franklin's will was committed to her father's care, when in America; is with the latter's papers in a trunk at New York; otherwise it would have been returned as requested. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 4 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 59 Request Item |
Mrs. [John] Jay satisfied with reasons for having a watch made for her. Has left 50 louis in Dr. Franklin's hands to pay for purchases made for them in Paris. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Carmichael, William, d. 1795 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 5 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 60 Request Item |
Received by Mr. Faber articles purchased for him. Intends to buy in France what articles he may need, as they are much cheaper than in Spain. Wishes to draw on Dr. Franklin for his salary as it becomes due. Mentions reports of the movements of the belligerent fleets. Abbé Alvarez and Mr. Faber appear warm friends of Dr. Franklin and his grandson. Requests the latter to present his compliments to Princess Masseran and the Marquise Lafayette. Hears Dr. Franklin has written some little pieces lately; is very desirous to get them. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 10 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 61 Request Item |
The letter to Mme. [Jean] Holker was delivered to her personally. Thinks the Williams who claims to be a nephew of Dr. Franklin is an impostor; heard of him being in a hotel at Havre; will endeavor to stop the imposition. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 11 | N. 1p.; N. 1p. | CIII, 62 Request Item |
Inquiring about the business reputation of Mr. [James] Moylan, of l'Orient. In French. A.E. Mr. [James] Moylan no longer associated with ------- Gourlade, refers Henry Grand to ------ Pothonnier, banker. (In French. Copy.) General physical description: N. 1p.; N. 1p. | |||
"Freedom." Dublin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 17 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 63 Request Item |
Informs him that the brig "Lord Charlemont" sailed for America with his property on the 13th. Hopes to be able to follow with his family in a few months. People of Ireland now convinced of the treachery and deceit of England; their trade and commerce get no protection from the British Government. Thinks now is the time for France and the United States to strike a crushing blow at England by helping Ireland to secure her independence. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 18 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 64 Request Item |
Cannot procure the seeds from [William] Bartram until Autumn. The "Alliance" and her convoy have not appeared yet. Fears that the "Shellala," Capt. Holmes, has foundered at sea. Knew several passengers on board; John Benezet being amongst the number. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 19 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 65 Request Item |
Is alarmed at [Joseph] Mayo's condition of health. Thinks he should leave Paris. Refers to Dr. Franklin and his grandson's escape from the opera house. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 22 | ALS, 4p. | CIII, 66 Request Item |
Will pay M. Le Veillard [fils] every attention as soon as he arrives. Inquires about M. [Conrad Alexandre] Gérard [de Rayneval]. The bust [of Dr. Franklin] did not arrive in the "Alliance" or the "Ariel." Will send the squirrel skins as soon as she can procure them. Requests that some fine green tea be sent to her. Miss Duffield to marry a Mr. Hepburn. Encloses a print of songs sung at an "oratorical entertainment" at the [French] Minister's [Anne César de la Luzerne]. Have had entertainments on the "Hermione" and in "Don Francisco's Garden." General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Fox, Joseph M.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 23 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 67 Request Item |
Sends a letter by Mr. G[eorge] Harrison who is going to France, to be delivered to his brother [George Fox]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lombart, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 27 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 68 Request Item |
Desires to get information for a relative at Amiens, who wishes to establish business relations in America. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Woolford, Mrs. D..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 June 29 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 69 Request Item |
Saw Mr. Small who spoke highly of him; wishes he was serving "his own king and country." Tells of his former friends, "Sandy," Miss. Marcy, Mammy Thackwell, Sam Johnson, etc. Has not seen Mrs. [Margaret] Stevenson for a long time. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Hartley, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 3 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 70 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. Barber who is going to Paris with reference to a claim against the authorities at St. Domingo for property unjustly detained. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 8 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 71 Request Item |
Has just recovered from a dangerous illness. Sends his work "Memoirs of the Court of Aug.us," 2d edition. In French.) General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 72 Request Item |
Has not heard from [Joseph] Mayo or [John] Foulke or any of his friends in Paris for a long time. Refers jestingly to Foulke's assiduity in visiting the "bald head and tail Countess." General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 10 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 73 Request Item |
The two or three small bills of exchange on [Le Ray] de Chaumont have given him much trouble. Received cash for one and now needs the amount of the others, but cannot get them cashed. Will cause him great inconvenience. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 12 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 74 Request Item |
Thanking him for the Madeira he sent him during his convalescence. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Sarah Franklin, 1743-1808.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 17 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 75 Request Item |
Sends her letter by Mrs. McCarty whom his grandfather was well acquainted with in Canada. Mrs. [Dorcas] Montgomery is going in the same vessel, but she is not on good terms with her now. Old Dr. [William] Shippen has just called with a letter for Dr. Franklin; tells a wonderful story about his son's house being struck by lightning. Mr. Bryson is still in the postoffice. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
MacCreery, William.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 19 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 76 Request Item |
Is on board the Continental brig "Active," which came from Nantes to sail with the convoy bound for the West Indies. Three warships and a cutter are with the convoy. A signal has just been put out for the fleet to get ready to sail. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 21 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 77 Request Item |
Introducing Samuel Griffitts who is going to Europe to prosecute his studies. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Corsange, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. | [ca.1781] July 21 | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 155 Request Item |
Has only been able to obtain the book this morning, sends it by a messenger. Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand wants to know the fate of Messers Parish and Thomson's bills. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 July 22 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 78 Request Item |
Encloses bill of exchange drawn on Le Ray de Chaumont for 1,500 livres. Has received 949 livres on account. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 79 Request Item |
His trip yesterday and kind reception by Dr. Franklin and his grandson have considerably hastened his return to health. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 80 Request Item |
Is ready to pay what [Jonathan Loring?] Austin owes Dr. Franklin. Inquires if any new orders for clothing are to be given by Congress, to replace those lost on the "Marquis Lafayette." General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de La Salle, Comtesse.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 25 | ALS, 4p. | CIII, 81 Request Item |
Recommending a young man who seeks to be employed by him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Alexander, Alexander John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 26 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 82 Request Item |
Has just arrived at his destination after a very long voyage from Paris. Heard reports in the English islands about battles in which the Americans were defeated; does not credit such reports. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 26 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 83 Request Item |
Request to buy him some paper and send recipe for making ink. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 July 28 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 84 Request Item |
Has decided to start for Holland soon after he arrives at Paris. Refers to [Joseph] Mayo and [John] Foulke. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 7 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 85 Request Item |
Sends a package of bills for acceptance. Capt. [John] Folger, who visited Passy recently, regarded in America as a Tory. Refers to rumors of approaching peace and begs to be given a hint in time. Has received letters from Aunt [Jane] Mecom and Mr. [Richard] Bache. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 9 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 86 Request Item |
Will be glad to see Mr. Young if he comes to Nantes and will do all he can for him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 13 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 87 Request Item |
Requests him to ask M. [Ferdinand] Grand to advance him 100 pounds; will repay as soon as he receives a letter from General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 89 Request Item |
Returning Capt. Collyer's bond and enclosing bills on the Commissioners. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 18 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 88 Request Item |
Requesting a passport for Joseph HIll Jennings, who is going from Nantes into Spain. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Hartley, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 18 | ALS, 2p. Enclosure. 3p. | CIII, 90 Request Item |
Sends copies of two letters received from a house at Cape San Domingo relating to the circumstances of the seizure of the ship "Diamond" with cargo of slaves and dry goods. Claims the seizure was illegal and has entered a protest at Paris against it. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. Enclosure. 3p. | |||
Carmichael, William, d. 1795 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 20 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 91 Request Item |
Is translating enclosures contained in his letter into Spanish. Occupies a pavillion of the house in which the Prince of Masseran lived last year; is pleased to hear of the Princess's remembrance of him. Is on a friendly footing with all the foreign Secretaries. Knew Mr. [John] Adams's visit to Paris was on account of the proposed conferences for peace; is not surprised at his silence towards Dr. Franklin. Deplores the jealousy displayed by the American envoys towards each other and their lack of cooperation. If Comte de Grasse has a favorable passage, a blow may be struck at the headquarters of toryism in America. No news of the Duke de Crillon's arrival at Minorca. Desires a seal ring to be purchased for him with the head of Brutus, Socrates or Dr. Franklin on it. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 28 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 92 Request Item |
Learns that the clothing and arms for the army are to be furnished by the (French) Government; does not except any part in it. Twice contributed 50 guineas anonymously to Mrs. Johnson's support after the Barbadoes calamity; shall take care that she does not suffer, but does not wish to be known in the matter. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Perregaux, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Aug. 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 93 Request Item |
Sends a letter received from Mr. [Samuel] Hartley. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 1 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 94 Request Item |
Encloses a letter to M. [Jean François Joly] de Fleury; if endorsed by Dr. Franklin, thinks it will procure him part of the new order for supplies. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1781] Sept. 3 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 26 Request Item |
Requests return of bills left in his care. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Holker, M. John Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 4 | L.S. 2p. | CIII, 95 Request Item |
Can only correspond with Le Ray de Chaumont about the matters in question. Tells of Mr. [Richard] Bache being nearly killed by a thrust from a cow's horn. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Mason, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 4 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 97 Request Item |
Request for a letter which Capt. [William] Robeson left with Dr. Franklin. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Robeson, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 11 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 98 Request Item |
Is surprised at the arrival and request of W. Montague, the young African. Intends, as promised, to set him up as a barber in America. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
"Freedom." Dublin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 12 | L.S. 3p. | CIII, 99 Request Item |
Hopes he has received a letter from his partner and nephew who sailed in the brig "Lord Charlemont." Proposes sending another vessel soon to America. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
Mason, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 12 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 100 Request Item |
Requests that a passport be procured for him from Comte de Vergennes, to go to the South of France. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph. Passy.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 12 | A.L.S 1p. | XLVII, 205 Request Item |
Incloses letters to be forwarded to America. General physical description: A.L.S 1p. | |||
d'Estaing, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 14 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 101 Request Item |
Inquires how much an acre of ground in North America is equivalent to in French measurements. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 15 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 102 Request Item |
With reference to young Montague, his colored servant. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Johonnot,Gabriel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 17 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 103 Request Item |
Is leaving for Orleans and his son [Samuel Cooper Johonnot] for Geneva. Requests a few lines of introduction to Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.], and other merchants of General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Carmichael, William, d. 1795 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Sept. 21 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 104 Request Item |
Introduces Major [David Salisbury] Franks and requests that he be shown particular attention; is well and favorably known throughout the Union and could counteract the work of their common personal enemies at home. Refers to A[rthur] L[ee] as one of the bitterest and alludes to his ambition to become Secretary of Foreign Affairs. Dr. Franklin has now the same commission as Mr. [John] Adams. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 1 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 105 Request Item |
Introducing Major David [Salisbury] Franks whose mission to Europe is known to him. Saw a lightning conductor upon a powder magazine at Segovia. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Foulke, John, 1757-1796.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 1 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 106 Request Item |
Gives an account of his journey through Holland and part of Germany. Is racked and fatigued after a long and arduous journey. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1781] Oct. 1 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 12 Request Item |
Is about to set out for Nantes; offers to take any letters or messages for that place. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 107 Request Item |
Latest events of the war. [Gen.Lord] Cornwallis besieged at Yorktown by land and sea; the English fleet returned to New York badly battered; report of a bloody battle in South Carolina between Gen. [Nathanael] Greene's army and the British. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ingersoll, Jared.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 3 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 108 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Gibbs, who are going to France. Gives an account of a battle in South Carolina between Gen. Greene and the English troops. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Jay, Mrs. John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 3 | A.N. in 3d P. 2p. | CIII, 109 Request Item |
Requesting him to purchase and send her by Major [David Salisbury] Franks, two pairs of paste shoe buckles, etc. General physical description: A.N. in 3d P. 2p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 4 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 96 Request Item |
Replies to inquiry about Philip Dieffenbach and the Mengs family. Will forward seeds as soon as Mr. [William] Bartram puts them up. Request civilities for Capt. Hoops a American officer and a brother of Mrs. [Thomas] Barclay, who was taken prisoner at the battle of Camden and is going to Europe on a furlough. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 110 Request Item |
Introducing Capt. Hoops, brother-in-law of Mr. [Thomas] Barclay recently appointed Consul General to France, who is going to France with his sister. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 6 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 111 Request Item |
Preparing a celebration for his mother's feast day. Would like to get some verses from M. [Amé Ambroise Joseph] Feutry for the occasion. Invities William Temple Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 8 | A.L.S 1p. | CIII, 112 Request Item |
Relating to endorsement of his bills by Dr. Franklin. General physical description: A.L.S 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett. Annapolis, Md.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 10 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 113 Request Item |
Have had many festivities in honor of the French troops. Considers them a fine body of men. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Johonnot,Gabriel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 11 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 114 Request Item |
Expressing thanks to Abbé Arnoux and his friend M. Jaume, of Lyons, for their attentions to his son [Samuel Cooper Johonnot]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Woolford, Mrs. D..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 15 | ALS, 2p. | CIII. 115 Request Item |
Acknowledging the receipt of Dr. Franklin's bounty to Mrs. Johnson. Delivered book and letter to Mr. Small. References to Mrs. Thackwell and Miss Marcey. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 116 Request Item |
Relating to the repayment of 25 guineas loaned to him by Dr. Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 18 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 117 Request Item |
Accepts Dr. Franklin's approval of his application to M. [Jean François Joly] de Fleury to furnish supplies. Has no funds belonging to Capt. [William] R[obeson] who is considerably in his debt. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Oct. 20 | A.L.S 1p. | CIII, 118 Request Item |
Requests him to call at the office of the "Gazette de France" and get several copies of the paper containing an account of the victory over [Gen. Lord] Cornwallis, which Dr. Franklin wishes to send to Madrid. General physical description: A.L.S 1p. | |||
Richard Neave and Son. Bornier.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Oct. 31 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 119 Request Item |
Are greatly disappointed at not being able to obtain advances of money, as they have considerable property in America. Are in a very unpleasant situation owing to Mr. [Samuel] Wharton's ingratitude. Enclose a letter for Mr. Carson, their attorney at Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Robeson, Capt. William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 8 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 120 Request Item |
Promises to remit money due him and Mr. Raymond. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 9 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 121 Request Item |
Encloses a letter from his brother, which he wishes to have certified by Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George. Valenciennes.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 10 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 122 Request Item |
Have had to stop on their journey to Brussels, owing to excessive fatigue. Have not been in bed since they left Paris. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph. Brussels.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 14 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 123 Request Item |
Reached Brussels last night in company with [George] Fox; Fox has set out for Amsterdam. Expects to receive letters and bills of exchange from America soon. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 14 | ALS, 1p. (Enclosure. 2p.) | CIII, 124 Request Item |
Encloses a letter for Abbé de la Roche and one from Capt. [John] Kinnier, an Engliish prisoner at Ancenis, who begs to be exchanged with his crew for American prisoners in England. Capt. [Gustavus] Cun[n]ingham has had an offer of a 30-gun French frigate, but will not accept without an American commission. General physical description: ALS, 1p. (Enclosure. 2p.) | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 15 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 125 Request Item |
Gives an account of their hunting expeditions. Request to buy him several articles in Paris. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 126 Request Item |
Requesting that the copy of Dr. Franklin's letter to his brother be returned to him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de Soubise, Maréchal Prince.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 127 Request Item |
Sending him two game licenses. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 17 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 128 Request Item |
May have to wait several months before he can get passage on a vessel for America. Hears that part of the fleet at Brest will sail for America; asks if he may go to Brest to await orders. Refers to the de Chaumont and Mme. de Deux-Ponts families. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 18 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 129 Request Item |
Tells of his arrival and of delivering despatches to Mr. [John] Adams. His first impression of the people of Holland, the climate, etc., most unfavorable. Refers to [Joseph] Mayo, [John] Foulke, and [George] Harrison. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Knox, William. On board "L'Engageant," Road of Groia.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 19 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 130 Request Item |
Encloses a letter with request that it be forwarded to destination. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Shee, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 20 | L.S. 3p. | CIII, 131 and 132 Request Item |
Sends a copy of the letter written to Silas Deane with reference to the sale of his Loan Office certificates. Requests return of his power of attorney given to Silas Deane. (In duplicate.) General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 21 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 133 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. Hoops, a young American officer who is a prisoner to the English but who is on furlough. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 23 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 135 Request Item |
Encloses letter from a Scotch Captain, a prisoner of war, about his exchange. Promises to repay Dr. Franklin the 25 louis he owes him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Nov. 24 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 136 Request Item |
Request to interest himself in Mr. [John] Shee's affair. Has procured the seeds from Mr. [William] Bartram and has shipped two boxes of them on the brig "Bets[e]y." General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Deane, Silas, 1737-1789.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Nov. 25 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 137 Request Item |
Sends copy of a letter from Capt. [John] Cochran, of Philadelphia, relating to payment of his son's tuition in a school at Paris. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Nov. 25 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 138 Request Item |
Sends invitation from Mme. Droin; M. Grand to be of the party. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Nov. 26 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 139 Request Item |
Fears he may become stupid owing to the depressing effect of the climate. [Joseph] Mayo finds Brussels more agreeable. Has not yet presented his letter of introduction to M. Grand de La Chaise. Remarks on Cornwallis's surrender. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Nov. 30 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 140 Request Item |
Request to purchase three kegs of powder for him at the Arsenal. Tells of another accident in which he was nearly killed. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Nov. 30 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 141 Request Item |
Relating to shipment of boxes of seeds and pippin grafts; cannot procure squirrel skins. Asks his opinion as to the effect of Cornwallis's surrender. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph. Brussels.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Dec. 1 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 142 Request Item |
Thanks for the copy of Count de Vergennes's letter narrating the surrender of Cornwallis. Tells of a person having lately seen and conversed with Mr. [Henry] Laurens in the Tower of London; implies he has been treated with severity and rigor. [George] Fox's opinion of the Dutchmen's hospitality. Likes Brussels but finds the climate too damp. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Ross, John.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1781 Dec. 3 | ALS, 4p. | CIII, 143 Request Item |
Improved conditions in the country in general. The assistance of France very valuable to the United States. The lack of economy and squandering of the public funds caused much want and distress in the beginning. The Marquis Lafayette has set out for Boston to embark for France. Silas Deane's recently published letter has caused surprise and resentment against him; his strictures on the vanity and folly of some Americans in Europe very often justified. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Le Couteulx and Cie.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 3. | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIII, 144 Request Item |
Returning draft for £2,000 accepted by them. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 5 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 146 Request Item |
The arrival of Mr. [Thomas] Barclay will relive Dr. Franklin from much trouble. Rejoicings over the birth of the Dauphin and the success of the allied armies in America. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 5 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 147 Request Item |
Great rejoicing amongst the Americans on receipt of news telling of the surrender of Cornwallis. Thinks if Charlestown and New York were retaken it would end the war. Inquires if the "St. James", from Philadelphia, brings news of any material changes in that city. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 6 | A.N. | CIII, 148 Request Item |
Expressing his thanks for Mme. H ----'s letter forwarded to him. General physical description: A.N. | |||
Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 10 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 149 Request Item |
Fears that his prolonged stay, waiting for a vessel, will be very expensive to the Government at home. The number of people arrived with the Franch fleets of war have caused a scarcity of necessaries of life; prices are very high. The "St. James," Capt. [Thomas] Truxton, probably the first vessel which will sail for America about Jan. 15. His situation very unpleasant and embarrassing. Was arrested the other day on suspicion of being a spy. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 13. | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 150 Request Item |
Was obliged to leave Madrid and come to Cadiz on account of his health. Intends soon to embark for America; will make his head-quarters at Philadelphia. Comments on Cornwallis's surrender and its effect on England. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 13 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 151 Request Item |
Refers to Major [David Salisbury] Franks and to M. Montfort whom Silas Deane has urged him to employ in his counting house. Asks what are Thomas Barclay's intentions regarding Consuls in different ports. Requests to be kept posted on the trend to events, as it is a critical time for American trade. Encloses letter from M. [Andrew] Limozin of Havre. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 15 | A.L. 1p. | CIII, 152 Request Item |
Relating to payment of Loan Office certificates. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Babut and La bouchère.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 15 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 153 Request Item |
Do not know anything about the 400 pounds of indigo referred to by Mr. Cochran, as having passed through Col. [John] Laurens's hands. The latter alone can clear up the matter. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Thaxter, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 19 | ALS, 2p. | CIII, 154 Request Item |
Introducing Dr. Dexter who is going to Paris with Thomas and Joseph Winthrop and Dr. Parker. Has forwarded the Journal of Congress for 1778 to Dr. Franklin. Refers to Mr. [George] Fox as a very worthy character. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Angenend, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 21 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 155 Request Item |
Sends samples of velvet for Dr. Franklin's costume. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Deane, Silas, 1737-1789.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 22 | A.L.S 3p. | CIII, 156 Request Item |
Refers to young Cochran's embarrassing situation. Is surprised that Mr. [Thomas] Barclay has no orders from Congress for settling its public accounts in Europe. General physical description: A.L.S 3p. | |||
Franks, Major David Salisbury.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 23 | ALS, 3p. | CIII, 157 Request Item |
With great difficulty, got a pass for Capt. Smedley to go to l'Orient to embark in the " St. James." Complains that the authorities at Brest are not friendly towards Americans; has been treated with suspicion. Inquires about Count William de Deux-Ponts; mentions "the lovely Countess and Lady Nicholson. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 23 | ALS, 1p. | CIII, 158 Request Item |
Gives the address of Bertrand from whom he bought his sword and recomends him as an honest man. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Dec. 26 | ALS, 4p. | CIII, 159 Request Item |
Refers to reply to M. [Andrew] Limozin's application for Consulate at Havre. Speaks of the Captain's [William Robeson] indebtedness to them both. Is about to send two fine Cheshire cheeses and a few boxes of tea for Dr. Franklin and Abbé Morellet. Has bought some fine old Madeira wine recently and will send half a pipe to the Doctor. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Labhard, Mademoiselle.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 161 Request Item |
Wishes to know where she can get the benches like those used for his fête. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
de Bonne, Souer.
to William Temple Franklin | [ca.1781] April 1 | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 165 Request Item |
Will lend him his riding horse. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de, 1725-1803 .
to William Temple Franklin | 1779 May | ALS, 3p. | CVII, 166 Request Item |
The vessel is ready to start; the medallion of Dr. Franklin is on board, he hopes the English will not capture it; since he last wrote he made a little trip to Dinan, St. Malo, etc.; at Cancale he saw the two frigates burnt. The country is in a sad state, with its commerce ruined. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Dana, Francis M.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 Jan-March | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 93 Request Item |
Invitation to dinner. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Deux-Ponts, Marianne Camasse, duchesse La douairière de .
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 9 Request Item |
Is alarmed at reports about Dr. Franklin's health. Sends a package to be forwarded to her son [Guillaume Comte de Deux-Ponts] in America. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1781. | L. 1p. | CVII, 76 Request Item |
Thanks him for his inquiries about his health; will call on him soon. General physical description: L. 1p. | |||
Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 113 Request Item |
Asks that the passports from the Comte de Vergennes be given to the bearer. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 132 Request Item |
Thanks him for procuring the apartment in Paris; Captain [William] Robeson's letter will receive great care; accepts the invitation for dinner. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 62 Request Item |
Having recovered from his illness, he will take possession of the room he offers. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.N.S. 2p. | CVIII, 69 Request Item |
Sends his servant to Dr. Franklin's house for some clothing he left there. General physical description: A.N.S. 2p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 91 Request Item |
Encloses a letter to be sent to Mr. [William] Alexander; asks for a settlement of Dr. Franklin's account; Mr. [Francis M.] Dana wishes a new credit; returns Robert Morris's bill which will be sent back unless Dr. Franklin orders differently. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 10 Request Item |
Sending in account to be signed by Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Grand, Ferdinand.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. 1p. | CVIII, 11 Request Item |
Thanking him for the ticket; will do what he desires about the horse. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 119 Request Item |
Regrets that business prevents his accompanying him to Mr. [Ferdinand] Grand's. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 120 Request Item |
Asks for estimates of articles ordered by the Board of War with prices affixed. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Laurens, Colonel John.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 121 Request Item |
Asks for a copy of the Resolves of Congress for 1778. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Morellet, abbé .
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 79 Request Item |
Declines an invitation for dinner; has received the books from the binders; asks that the package be brought when the books are called for. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Morellet, abbé .
to William Temple Franklin | 1781 April 3 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 84 Request Item |
Asks him not to write to M. [Jacques] Turgot; officers to bring the remainder of the pamphlets; will dine with him and his grandfather Wednesday evening. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Morellet, L'Abbé.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 116 Request Item |
An invitation for him and Dr. Franklin to dine at his house with Madame. Helvétius; thanks for the cheeses and tea. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Nogaret, François-Félix.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 86 Request Item |
Asks about Dr. Franklin's health; gives the address of a painter. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1781. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 111 Request Item |
Asks for the loan of fifteen guineas. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Warren, Winslow.
to William Temple Franklin | [1781.] | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLVIII, 65 Request Item |
Called on Dr. Franklin with the intention of giving him an order on M. Grand for the fifteen guineas which he was so obliging as to lend him. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 5 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 1 Request Item |
Making arrangements for taking G[urdon] S. Mumford into his counting house; asks to be kept informed of the motions of Mr. [Matthew] Ridley. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 2 Request Item |
Giving the names of vessels by which boxes of seeds have been sent. Have inoculated their youngest child, Debby, and she has got through the small-pox finely. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bérard, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 8 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 3 Request Item |
Signifies his willingness to give security for Captain Angus. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Digges, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1780 Jan. 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 4 Request Item |
In return for executing his commissions for maps, etc., asks for American news. Offers his services to Mr. [William] C[a]rm[ichae]l. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Foulke, Dr. John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 12 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 5 Request Item |
Denies authorship of a letter attributed to him, written to the Journal de Paris, concerning the Anatomical Cabinet of M. [Jean Joseph] Sue, of which he encloses a copy (2p.). General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Graff, P. B. St. Sauveur.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 14 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 6 Request Item |
Asks for the present address of W[illia]m Knox, of Boston. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 17 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 7a Request Item |
Concerning two American prisoners in Havre. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 17 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 8 Request Item |
Refers to his "nymph" and the Court festivals at the "Muette." Tells how he spends his time in the country. Has not received any word from [Samuel] Wharton about the goods he consigned to him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph. Gand.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 9 Request Item |
Expects to leave Gand tomorrow for Bruges and Ostend. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 10 Request Item |
Introducing Major Porter who has a furlough from Gen. Washington to spend a few months in Europe. He (Franks) will sail in a day or two. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. 24 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 11 Request Item |
Suspects that his father opened the letter addressed to him by his "lady love" and wishes to prevent his return to Paris. Thinks of leaving surreptitiously and passing a night in Paris and then returning. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Benjamin Franklin. Geneva.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Jan. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 112 Request Item |
Gives an account of his pleasure in Geneva. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Warren, Winslow. Ancenis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. 5 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 12 Request Item |
Concerning a draft made in favor of Dr. Franklin; thanks for sums advanced. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Porter, I.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. 12 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 14 Request Item |
About to leave Paris for Amsterdam. Asks for passport, if one is necessary. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Arcedeckne, Charles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. 13 and March 28 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 15 and 30 Request Item |
A request to forward letters to his brother-in-law, Richard Bennett Lloyd, in Maryland. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. 21 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 16 Request Item |
Would like to have his opinion on his experiments with seals for letters. Hears that young Le Veillard is going to Bordeaux; invites him to stop at Chaumont. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Wilkinson, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. 27 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 17 Request Item |
Spent last week with Mr. [Silas] Deane at Ghent. Proposed coming directly to Paris so took charge of the enclosed packet for Dr. [Edward] Bancroft, which may contain letters of cousequence. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Morellet, abbé .
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb.. | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 18 Request Item |
Making an appointment to dine with Mme. Helvétius at William Temple Franklin's. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 Feb. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 115 Request Item |
Request for the return of the memoir addressed to the Duc de Panthever. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Pechigny, Mme..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 2. | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 19 Request Item |
Thanking him for having obliged her. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 2 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 20 Request Item |
Encloses drafts for Dr. Franklin's signature. List of articles sent Mrs. [Jane] Mecom, etc. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 5 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 21 Request Item |
Opposition in English Parliament to continuing the war. Other news items. His view of Marquis Lafayette's motive in espousing the cuase of the American Colonies. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 22 Request Item |
Explains the cause of his failure to recover the money he [Franklin] lent Captain [William] Robeson. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 8 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 23 Request Item |
On the eve of embarking for America, gratefully acknowledges kindly sentiments expressed in letters from Dr. [Joseph] Priestley, Dr. [Richard] Price, Dr. Franklin, Mr. [John] Jay and others. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Hazlehurst, Isaac.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 9 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 24 Request Item |
Acknowledges attentions received and requests that letters for him be forwarded to General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Feutry, Aimé Ambroise Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 9 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 25 Request Item |
Deplores the loss of a friend. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 9 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 26 Request Item |
[Capt. William] Robeson has been given command of a vessel Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] and others have purchased. Hopes he will now be able to collect the money he owes him [Franklin]. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 15 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 27 Request Item |
Introducing M. Donmartin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Girardot, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. | March 15 | A.L. in 3d P.1p. | CVII, 160 Request Item |
He will send to Mr. Carpenter, the package for Madame Hervey. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P.1p. | |||
Robeson, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 28 Request Item |
Introducing Captain Donmartin. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 March 23 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 29 Request Item |
Sends two boxes of seeds. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 April 4 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 31 Request Item |
Asks to set a time when he can take leave, etc. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 April 4 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 32 Request Item |
Asks for a blank warrant which he can fill in with his son's name, to secure the latter's advancement in the American navy. He is baptised Josiah Williams, and is now in his sixth year. Mentions the popular desire in England for peace. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Frey, ----- baron de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 April 6 | ALS, 1p. | XXV, 8 Request Item |
Promises to pay the twenty louis when the expected bill of exchange arrives; another promissory note of an earlier date subjoined. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Dureux, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 6 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 35 Request Item |
Invitation to supper to hear Volange and Boyer [two celebrated artists]. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Knox, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 2 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 33 Request Item |
Asks that his letters be forwarded. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 4 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 34 Request Item |
Gives an amusing account of his own love affairs. Inquires about the safety of William Temple Franklin's cousin [Benjamin Franklin Bache] in Geneva. Card-playing the most popular and only amusement in Bordeaux. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 11 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 36 Request Item |
Asks for paper and ink for his press. Was told that Dr. Franklin had given Letters of Marque against the Portuguese, thinks it false, but if it is so requests Letters of Marque for his vessel, the "Spry." General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 16 | A.L. 1p. | CIV, 37 Request Item |
Has heard doubt of the solidity of Mr. [Ferdinand] G[ran]d. Does not believe it, but cannot conceal this from him. Begs him to look after Dr. Franklin's interests. Hears rumors of an American war with Portugal. If there is anything in them, do not forget his Letter of Marque for the "Spry." General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 16 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 39 Request Item |
Sends twenty-four setts of exchanges for acceptance. Repeats rumor of war with Portugal and his desire that the "Spry" should be commissioned to take Portuguese ships. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 38 Request Item |
Encloses a bill neglected to be included in a packed sent the same day. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 40 Request Item |
Concerning money due from [Capt. William] Robeson. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 18 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 41 Request Item |
His arrival in Philadelphia after having been detained as a prisoner on the Quebec frigate, and then paroled; a splendid entertainment given by Congress in honor of the Dauphin; surprised and alarmed at the prevalence of French fashions and luxury instead of the republican simplicity he had expected to find. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 18 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 42 Request Item |
[Capt. William] Robeson's indebtedness. The latter's negro boy, Montagu[e], ran away last night; should he hear of him requests that he secure him until he hears from Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.] or himself. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 18 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 43 Request Item |
Source of rumors regarding Mr. [Ferdinand] G[rand], but does not credit them. Repeats request for a reply to his letter regarding the prisoners, who are being boarded at his expense. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 44 Request Item |
Encloses sixty-two bills to exchange on the Commissioners, for acceptance. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 22 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 45 Request Item |
A letter of thanks and appreciation for courtesies. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 46 Request Item |
Introducing M. E. Thompson. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 47 Request Item |
Acknowledges the receipt of books sent from London. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 26 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 48 Request Item |
Expressing anxiety about his despatches for America. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 27 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 49a Request Item |
Expressing thanks for political hints. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 29 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 50 Request Item |
Repeats circumstance of detention on board the Quebec frigate, and his subsequent parole; gives an account of an execution by refugees and steps taken by General Washington to revenge the same. Other personal matters. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Andrews, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 29 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 51 Request Item |
Asks him to procure Dr. Franklin's signature to letters protesting his innocence of having sent ammunition to America for the use of the English. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 29 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 52 Request Item |
Hopes he received the three boxes of seeds he sent. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George. Strasbourg.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 30 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 53 Request Item |
Disturbances in Switzerland cause him to change his traveling plans. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Casey, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May 30 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 54 Request Item |
Has money for Captains Durfy and Hains, who were in Mill Prison but said to be now exchanged; wants to know how to transmit it to them. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Franks, David.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 May | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 55 Request Item |
Encloses a letter for Mr. [John] Jay. If he receives an unpropitious answer to his last letter to William Temple Franklin he will take passage on the "Nonesuch" for Philadelphia; offers to take letters. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Mire, Noël.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 3 and Sept. 11 | A.L.S.2p. and 1p. | CIV, 57 and 95 Request Item |
Has received a commission to engrave a portrait of Marquis Lafayette, and reminds him of his promise to ask Madame la Marquise for the loan of the portrait which is on his snuff box. In French. General physical description: A.L.S.2p. and 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 4 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 58 Request Item |
Regarding prisoners escaped from England who demand support. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Baron fils, -----. Ostend.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 8 | L.S. 2p. | CIV, 59 Request Item |
Business announcement. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Porter, I.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 19 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 60 Request Item |
Offering services to take commissions to General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 19 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 61 Request Item |
Requests that Dr. Franklin will attest a power of attorney. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 22 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 64 Request Item |
In behalf of M. Fisson, of Malaga, who wishes to be appointed Consul. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 22 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 65 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. [Gabriel] Tardy, Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.]'s head clerk. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Rawle, William. Boulogne.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 26 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 66 Request Item |
Asks for a permit to be allowed to reside some time in Boulogne for his health. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George. Rome.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 2 | ALS, 4p. | CIV, 67 Request Item |
Describes a visit to Rome. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 68 Request Item |
Advising of the shipment of wines and price of same. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
St. Clair, ----- .
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 5 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 69 Request Item |
Recounting the circumstance of his unjust detention and requests the intervention of Benjamin Franklin. Account of how he came there. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ingersoll, Jared.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 7 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 70 Request Item |
Requests him to forward the enclosure. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lloyd, Richard Bennett. Annapolis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 15 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 71 Request Item |
Requesting magazines and English newspapers. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Alexander, Bethia.
to William Temple Franklin | [1782] July 21 | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 90 Request Item |
Asks for a copy of the trio composed by Madame Brillon; that the enclosed questions be given to Dr. Franklin and that he answers them as quickly as possible for Madame la Maréchale de Beauveaux who wishes to put a lightning rod on her castle. In French. Enclosure. The answer to the questions, by Benjamin Franklin. 2p. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 26 | ALS, 4p. | CIV, 72 Request Item |
Applies for a credit with Dr. Franklin. Is about to leave Paris for London where he thinks he can do more good. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin | [1782] July 27 | ALS, 1p. | CVIII, 81 Request Item |
Requests that a passport be made out for him to go to Dieppe and from there to London. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques Elie de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 27 | ALS, 1p. | XXV, 136 Request Item |
Wishes him to remind his grandfather to give him a letter of recommendation to M. [Jean Pierre] David, physician. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de Baudoüin, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 July 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 73 Request Item |
Inviting him and friends, to see his collection. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
MacMahon, John. At the Military school in Paris.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 4 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 74 Request Item |
Remedies to be taken to cure eruptions. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Mayo, Joseph. Dijon.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 8 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 75 Request Item |
Request to have mail forwarded. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Petrie, S.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 11 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 76 Request Item |
Tells of his extensive law practice. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Michau, -----. Orleans.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 16 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 77 Request Item |
Suggests that released prisoners of war on their way from England to Nantes be recommended to him, as he understands English and can prevent their being imposed upon. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Fox, George. Lyons.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 17 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 78 Request Item |
Describing his travels, etc. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
de Baudoüin, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 18 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 79 Request Item |
Making an appointment to receive him. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Du Portail, Louis le Bègue.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 19 | A.N.S. 1p. | CIV, 80 Request Item |
Renewing his invitation to dinner. In French. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 23 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 81 Request Item |
Declines to take a clerk into his employ. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Richard Neave and Son. Bornier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 24 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 82 Request Item |
Inquiring about missing letter and packets. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 26 | (3p. See p. 331.) ALS, 3p. | CIV, 83a Request Item |
Has made inquiries regarding Dr. Franklin's case and encloses opinion of W. Lisle. General physical description: (3p. See p. 331.) ALS, 3p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 27 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 84 Request Item |
Making friendly inquiries regarding Dr. Franklin's welfare, etc. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 29 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 85 Request Item |
Requesting Dr. Franklin's signature to a money order. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Rouland, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August 30 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 86 Request Item |
Concerning style and price of a wooden bowl he had ordered. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Alexander, Bethia.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 August | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 88 Request Item |
Apologizes for not having returned his great-coat sooner. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lebègue de Presle, Achille-Guillaume .
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 2 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 89 Request Item |
Has received [Tiberius] Cavallo's book [on the "Nature and Properties of Air"] from London; the plates to be sent to the Philadelphia Library. [Joseph] Priestley's last volume and other books of Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 2 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 90 Request Item |
Thanks for arranging his visit to M. Bertin's cabinet. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Casey, William.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 91 Request Item |
Request for a letter authorizing the release of goods from the custom house at Calais. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 92 Request Item |
Request for letter of marque of ship "Nancy" commanded by Capt. William Burlingham. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 6 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 93 Request Item |
Request for subscription in aid of Captain Hardy. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 10 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 94 Request Item |
Requesting a letter a Marquis de Castries with information of his (Barclay's) appointment by Congress to settle for prize-money arising from the cruise of Commodore [John] Paul Jones. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Gohier, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 13 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 96 Request Item |
Begs him to arrange an interview with Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 14 | ALS, 4p. | CIV, 97 Request Item |
His love affairs and conquests. Advises William Temple Franklin to beware of the Italian damsels. Remarks on the disaster to the "Royal George." Inquires about the "goings-on" at In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Harvey, Mrs. Suffolk England.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 15 | A.L. 1p. | CIV, 99 Request Item |
Requests that a letter of recommendation be sent to Mr. Beverley, of Virginia, introducing him to people of importance in Dijon. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 16 | L.S. 2p. | CIV, 100 Request Item |
Has forwarded observations on the invoice of the "Marquis Lafayette," [in Library of The American Philosophical Society, 347.7 P19] by Mr. [Henry] Laurens. Acknowledges receipt of Commission and returns the bond. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Graff, P.B.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 15 | A.L. in 3d P. 2p. | CIV, 98 Request Item |
Inquires about James Collins at Philadelphia. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 2p. | |||
Laurens, Henry..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 19 | ALS, 1p | CIV, 101 Request Item |
Acknowledges, with thanks, the receipt of passport for himself and family. General physical description: ALS, 1p | |||
Nesbitt, Jonathan..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 20 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 102 Request Item |
Announces the arrival of three vessels from Philadelphia which took three prizes and about ninety prisoners; awaits instructions regarding same. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 20 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 125 Request Item |
Telling him how much he misses him, and giving him the news. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 27 | A.L. in 3d P. 2p. | CIV, 103 Request Item |
Believes his father [Gov. William Franklin] is in England. He has arrived in Paris and can give good account of the commissions entrusted to him from General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 2p. | |||
Shee, John Philadelphia.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 30 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 104 Request Item |
Thanks for certificate respecting the Loan Office certificates. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 September 30 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 105 Request Item |
Regarding means by which clothing and blankets may be sent to the United States for the next campaign. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bettally and Noseda.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 1 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 106 Request Item |
Sending a sample of Phosphorous candles. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 1 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 109 Request Item |
Deplores the loss of the frigate "Eagle"; its effect on commerce. Hopes for peace. Refuses to apply for a Consulship after the treatment he has received. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 10 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 110 Request Item |
His proposed purchase of "old Gen. [Charles] Lee's " estate in Virginia and the death of the latter. Remarks on his peculiar and disagreeable character. The situation as he sees it in America; the blockading of the ports by the English; the death of Col. [John] Laurens in a skirmish near Charlestown; changes that have taken place in the country. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Laurenson, Larvon.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 4 | ALS, 1p. | XLVIII, 4 Request Item |
Received a letter from Mrs. Rainsford, an English lady, who had a desire to see him and his father Dr. Franklin, but could not wait. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 13 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 111 Request Item |
Requests a letter of introduction of friends in Lyons, Marseilles, Toulon, and permits to remain in these places. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carmichael, William. Madrid.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 21 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 112 Request Item |
Highly pleased with the intelligence from America. Is encouraged by some success in his mission. Stands well with foreign Ministers. Requests a book on Spain by Mr. [Richard] Cumberland. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Quétant, Antoine-François, 1733-1823.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 21 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 113a Request Item |
In behalf of a friend who wishes to inform himself about the United States Government. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Wharton, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 June 21 | CIV, 62, 63 Request Item | |
"Letter written in Mr. [Robert] Morris's cypher number 4." (In duplicate.) | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 22 | L.S. 2p. | CIV, 114a Request Item |
Is preparing a book on the United States. Requests names of governors, and civil and military officers of each of the thirteen States. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Gouvion, Y. Rochefort.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 24 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 115 Request Item |
Concerning luggage and packets to be forwarded to the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bart, Sir H. Morres. Amboise.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 29 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 116 Request Item |
Acknowledges, with thanks, receipt of mustard. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 29 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 117 Request Item |
Acknowledges, with thanks, the receipt of information concerning United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Griffitts, Samuel Powel. Montpelier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October 31 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 118 Request Item |
Friendly inquiries. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 107 Request Item |
Expressing satisfaction with the country and his intention of remaining. Buys property in Berkley County [Va.] of General [Charles] Lee. Laments death of latter. Rumors of peace with England. National spirit pervades the country. Gaieties in Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 October | ALS, 4p. | CIV, 108 Request Item |
Personal news and items. Gov. [William] Franklin sailed [for England] on the 18th of September. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Quétant, Antoine-François, 1733-1823.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 4 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 119 Request Item |
Acknowledging, with thanks, courtesies shown l'Abbé de la Roche-Tilhac. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 12 and 15 | ALS, 4p. and 3p. | CIV, 120, 121 Request Item |
Portraying sentiments entertained in the United States toward England. Discusses peace terms. Local government. General physical description: ALS, 4p. and 3p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward. Marseilles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 17 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 122 Request Item |
Proffering the gift of a horse. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Frank, J. Montrouge.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 18 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 123 Request Item |
Recommending a groom. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 19 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 124 Request Item |
Inquiring about the tobacco trade in New England. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Ridley, Matthew.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 25 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 126, 127 Request Item |
Information regarding the tobacco trade in the United States. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Manson, George Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 28 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 128 Request Item |
Giving an account of cures effected by M. Bonsart at the Invalides. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Ridley, Matthew.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 November 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | LXXI, 27 Request Item |
Requesting him to forward two packages. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
de Chabanon, Chevalier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 3 | A.L. | CIV, 129 Request Item |
Letter of thanks. In French. General physical description: A.L. | |||
Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 3 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 130 Request Item |
Sends squirrel skins. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
De Beche and Graff. St. Sauveur.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 4 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 131 Request Item |
Sending lace ruffles and patterns. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 132 Request Item |
Regarding rumors of peace. If Dr. Franklin wishes to convey the news to America, he can have a fast-sailing brig at sea at twenty-four hours notice. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward. Marseilles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 8 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 133 Request Item |
Requesting letters of introduction to influential people in Geneva. Leghorn and Florence. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 8 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 134 Request Item |
Requesting a pass for Mr. Bird. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 9 | ALS, 2p. | CIV, 135 Request Item |
Inquiring as to the advisability of sending supplies to the United States. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chardon, Daniel-Marc-Antoine.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 11 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 136 Request Item |
Arranging an interview. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Adams, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 12 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 137 Request Item |
Inviting him to dine with him. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Pechigny, Mme. Devillier.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 13 | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CIV, 138 Request Item |
Returning money lent. In French. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Moylan, James..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 16 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 139 Request Item |
Regarding money taken in mistake by a courier. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 17 | ALS, 6p. | CIV, 140 Request Item |
Inquires about the risk attending the sending of vessels to the United States during the peace negotiations. In French. General physical description: ALS, 6p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 17 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 141 Request Item |
Answer to inquiry about boxes of seeds. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 20 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 142 Request Item |
Giving cost of his vessel. Many wise people doubt a general peace. He thinks it clear and will govern himself accordingly. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 25 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 143 Request Item |
Soliciting aid for Captain Hardy. Request a suit of old clothes of Benjamin Franklin's with which to dress a wax figure of him made by Madame [Patience] Wright and to be set up in his study. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ridley, Matthew.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 25 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 144 Request Item |
Replying to inquiries regarding trade in the United States. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 28 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 145 Request Item |
Acknowledging, with thanks, receipt of the certificate. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
England, Major Richard.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 29 | ALS, 3p. | CIV, 146a Request Item |
Soliciting Franklin's influence to obtain permission for him to act in his military capacity, pending an exchange of prisoners. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward. Marseilles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 December 30 | CIV, 147. | ALS, 1p Request Item |
Rejoicing upon the full establishment of American Independence. General physical description: CIV, 147. | |||
Jauge, Theodore.
to W.T. Franklin | 1778] Dec 30 | A.N.S. 1p. | CVIII, 72 Request Item |
Sending four certificates to be signed by Dr. Franklin. In French. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 151 Request Item |
Asks him to tell Madame Helvétius that "one coach full of Alexanders will wait on her Wednesday". The postponed St. Germain ball will be on Thursday. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Alexander, William. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 158 Request Item |
Lends his horse with great pleasure and wishes to borrow his carriage to take Amantiné, the Italian singer, from Paris to Auteuil and back. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Bache, Benjamin Franklin.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 134 Request Item |
Apologizes for not writing; has not forgotten all his kindnesses. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 99 Request Item |
Asks for a passport for Peter Fowler who is to take a letter to Mr. [William] Hodgson. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 106 Request Item |
As his sword is broken he asks for the loan of one of William Temple Franklin's. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 129 Request Item |
Invites him and his grandfather to dinner to meet Mr. [Thomas] Walpole and his son. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 135 Request Item |
Expects him for dinner; wishes to borrow two bottles of claret and one of sherry. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.N.S. 1p. | CVII, 153 Request Item |
Encloses Mr. [Samuel] Wharton's bill with his receipt. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1782 | A.L. 2p. | CVII, 110 Request Item |
Sends a letter to Mr. [John] Penn, now in Paris; [Capt. Joshua] Barney went to sea on the 17th; asks for news of the cartel; if the vessel does not arrive soon, the British will have to be sent to Dinan, then the commander of the cartel will go to St. Malo; let him know any important news as quickly as possible; can save the United States much money since there is a considerable difference between peace and war freights. General physical description: A.L. 2p. | |||
Brillon, Mme.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.N. in 3d P. 1p. | LXX, 31a Request Item |
Requesting him to remind his Grandfather of his promise to come and take tea with her and play a game of chess. In French. General physical description: A.N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Cabaret, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 154 Request Item |
Wishes to know what sized paper Franklin wants. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Chalut, Mme de .
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 15 Request Item |
Has received a case for him. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 75 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. [William] Rawle. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.L. 1p. | CVII, 108 Request Item |
The bill for £180 has been placed to Mr. Hodgson's credit. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Hazlehurst, Isaac.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | CVII, 78 Request Item |
Asks that the bills, if accepted, be returned. General physical description: A.L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | L. in 3d P. 1p. | XLII, 147 Request Item |
Asking him to receive M. de Sai[l]ly and assist him with his device; intends giving M. de Sai[l]ly letters of recommendation to America. In French. General physical description: L. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 85 Request Item |
Sends two copies of his book, one for him, the other for the illustrious Mr. [Benjamin] Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Du Portail, Louis le Bègue.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 68 Request Item |
Inquires when the "Washington" sails, as he wishes to send some letters to America. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Ridley, Matthew.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 107 Request Item |
Invitation to dinner for Dr. Franklin and himself. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Mrs. Mariamne.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | A.L. 1p. | CVIII, 8 Request Item |
Inviting him to their house at St. Germain. In French. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Wright, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1782. | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 81 Request Item |
Will not be able to leave Paris as every place was taken, therefore returns Mr. [Jonathan] Williams, [Jr.]'s letter; asks permission to make another copy of Benjamin Franklin's picture. Mr. [Caleb] Whitefoord took the last one he made. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 1 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 1 Request Item |
Sends letter referred to by Dr. Ingen Housz; is much displeased at the latter's distrust of his veracity. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward. Marseilles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 2 | ALS, 5p. | CV, 2 Request Item |
Tells of his sympathy and support of the American cause in Ireland; showed it on several occasions; appeared in deep mourning in the Irish Parliament on the death of Gen. [Richard] Montgomery. Balked the attempt of the British Government to secure an address of support from the citizens of Dublin during the war; the people overwhelmingly opposed to it. The British Government feared to draft many troops out of Ireland; only 2,000 out of the 13,000 troops in Ireland were sent to America. Predicts a great future for the United States. Recommends two of his friends for appointment as Consular Agents. Recalls the address of Congress to the people of Ireland signed in August, 1775, and forwarded to him. General physical description: ALS, 5p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 6 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 3 Request Item |
Will take all the necessary steps to billet the British prisoners in France. Proposes to send back the American prisoners to America in a cartel. Is superintending the loading of public goods and supplies for America. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Moore and Co..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 7 | ALS, 1p. | XLVIII, 6 Request Item |
Sends a list of the prisoners taken by the "Buccaneer" and the "Revolution," which they suppose will be the last they shall have the pleasure of sending, being told that the preliminaries for a general peace are signed. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Jonathan Nesbitt and Co..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 8 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 4 Request Item |
Inquiring about a bill of F[rancis] Hopkinson on the United States Commissioners, in favor of John Sparhawk. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 9 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 5 Request Item |
Repaying 10 louis loaned to Capt. [Daniel] McNeill by William Temple Franklin. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Barrington, Richard. Abbeville.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 16 | ALS, 3P. | CV, 6 Request Item |
Is a son of the late Gen. Barrington and served for a time as an ensign in the 3d Regiment of Foot Guards. Has severed his connection with the English army and is living with his mother in France. Wishes to obtain employment in the United States army and offers his services. General physical description: ALS, 3P. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 21 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 7 Request Item |
Everyone in a state of suspense as to whether there is to be peace or war. Asks to be given a hint in time. Applies for commissions for two brigs owned by him and Sam[uel] White. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Caffiéri, Jean Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 22 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 8 Request Item |
Hopes he will be chosen to execute a statue of Dr. Franklin, or some monument to commemorate the signing of peace between England and the United States. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 23 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 9 Request Item |
Renews his request for commissions or passports for two brigs, the "Olive" and the " Hetty." Current report that a general peace was signed on the 19th. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Hodgson, Williams.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 24 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 10 Request Item |
Inquiring about the freighting of a ship, the " Weeren firenden," at l'orient by the Minister of Marine. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 24 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 11 Request Item |
Relating to shipment by him of public supplies to America. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 Janaury 25. | ALS, 1p. | CV, 12 Request Item |
Introducing his friend, [Major] Samuel White. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January 25 | ALS, 1p. | CV. 13 Request Item |
Thanking him for sending his "little American almanac" to the United States. Is going to publish a second edition. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chaumont, Le Ray de, fils.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 January. | ALS, 4p. | CV, 14 Request Item |
Refers to Mlles, Brillon and comments sarcastically on the accident to the Duke de Chartres. Tells of his stag and fox hunts. In French. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Jauge, Theodore.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 February 2 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 15 Request Item |
Introducing M. Michel, of Beauvais. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Carmichael, William. Madrid.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 February 4. | ALS, 3p. | CV, 16 Request Item |
Has learned from Mr. [Robert R.] Livingston and Mr. [Robert] Morris that bills had been remitted for arrears of his salary. Is in a very difficult situation owing to lack of funds. Will be obliged to draw on Dr. Franklin for money due Mr. [Francis] Cabarras. Expects Marquis Lafayette to visit the city; will be a great consolation to him. Comments on the treaty with Great Britain and inquires about Dr. [Edward] Bancroft and Mr. [Francis M.] Dana. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 February 5 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 13 Request Item |
Enclosing two drafts. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Carmichael, William. Madrid.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 February 6. | ALS, 1p. | CV, 17 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. [Diego] Gardoqui as his particular friend. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 February 6 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 18 Request Item |
Requesting passports for American vessels at Bordeaux, Nantes and I'Orient. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 11 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 19 Request Item |
Tells of a plan by which he is to enter as junior partner into a large firm which is to establish a branch house in New England. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Alexander, William.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 13 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 20 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter to be delivered to M. d'Aguesseau. The estates [in Grenada] were sequestrated. If [Thomas] Walpole's claims are unjust, he can ruin the estates in three months before the English get possession. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Chanorié, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 14 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 21 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter received for Dr. Franklin. Requests cards for Mme. and Mlles. de Villarceaux for a ball to be given by William Temple Franklin. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 15 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 22 Request Item |
Requesting an explanation of the 23d Article of the Treaty of Peace regarding the latitude of the Canary Islands. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Roy, Jean Baptiste.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 18 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 24 Request Item |
Asking for information about trade with the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lherbelle, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 22 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 25 Request Item |
With reference to squirrel skins he has prepared, for making a furcoat. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
John Torris and Wante. Dunkerque.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 February 28 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 26 Request Item |
Requesting passport for the brig "Franklin" and the brigantine "Hazard" bound from Dunkerque to Philadelphia. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Raibaud A.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 March 4 | A.N.S. 1p. | CV, 27 Request Item |
Has received a box for him; will try to pass it at Calais. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 5 | ALS, 4p. | CV, 28 Request Item |
With reference to the purchase of certain articles for him. Remarks on the Treaty of Peace and the political situation in England. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
White, Samuel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 5 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 29 Request Item |
Sends letter by Mr. [Charles] Storer, to be forwarded to Nantes and St. Germain. Items of news about events in London. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Madlin, ------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 6 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 30 Request Item |
Relating to repairs made to a cabriolet. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Bachelier, Jean Jacques.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 6 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 31 Request Item |
Accepting his invitation to dinner. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Graff, P. B.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 8 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 32 Request Item |
Sending cambric ruffles made for him. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Nogaret, François-Félix.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 8 | ALS, 2p. | CVII, 101 Request Item |
Invites him to the dedication of the new temple of the "R. L. du Patriotisme." In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
John Torris and Wante. Dunkerque.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 13 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 33 Request Item |
Relating to a passport for their brig "Franklin." Request a list of drugs which would find ready sale in the United States. Offer to sell a newly built vessel, "L'Aigle," of fourteen guns, to Congress. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 13 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 34 Request Item |
Assures him that the bill of exchange which he gave him will be paid. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 19 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 35 Request Item |
Sending copy of Dr. Franklin's banking account. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 22 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 36 Request Item |
Relating to prize-money claimed by the "Alliance" and Commodore [John Paul] Jones's squadron. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 22 | A.L. 5p. | CV, 37 Request Item |
Explains his plan for starting in business in America. Refers to trade relations between England and the United States and comments on William Temple Franklin's desire to settle permanently in France. Gives directions for shipping to him a keg of powder. In French. General physical description: A.L. 5p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 22 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 38 Request Item |
Refers to receipt of two drafts of Dr. Franklin on Nathaniel Braley and Frederick Buscalier. Remarks on French export commerce to the United States. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Tourville, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 26 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 39 Request Item |
Relating to the purchase of a horse for him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Storer, Charles.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 March 26 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 40 Request Item |
Refers to his visit to Mme. St. Leger; is ignorant of Parisian customs and asks advice how to act. Encloses patterns for frocks for inspection as to the most fashionable one. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Mrs. Mariamne.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 April 1 | A.N.S. 1p. | CV, 41 Request Item |
Sends back the carriage by her father. In French. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 April 2 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 42 Request Item |
Requests him to read the letter he has written to Dr. Franklin and to reply to it. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carmichael, William, Madrid.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 April 10 | Request Item | |
Tells of the visit of Comte d'Estaing and Marquis Lafayette to Madrid; is pleased they were witnesses of his conduct and mode of life. Will soon close his public accounts and send them to Mr. [John] Jay | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 15 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 58 Request Item |
Capt. [Gustavus] Cunningham will not sail until the end of the month. Offers to carry the Definitive Treaty to America. Will also take any messages or letters Mr. or Mrs. [John] Jay or Mr.[John] Adams may wish to send by him. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 17 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 59 Request Item |
Learns that peace was proclaimed by Congress on the 11th and the British King's health drunk at the French Minister's. Peace well received; expectations of a liberal commercial treaty with England. Dr. Franklin's return anxiously awaited by Mr. and Mrs. [Richard] Bache. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
d'Estaing, Comte.
to William Temple Franklin | [1783] May 18 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 97 Request Item |
Inviting him to a dinner at which Mme. la Marquise Lafayette will be present. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 21 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 60 Request Item |
Requests three of the commemorative medals of American independence, one for the library of the Royal Military School and the other two for Marquis de Timbrune and Baron de Moyria. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 22 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 61 Request Item |
Received the three medals and expresses his thanks. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Madlin, -------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 25 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 62 Request Item |
Renews demand for payment of his account. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 25 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 63 Request Item |
With reference to a horse he is sending to him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Ross, John Philadelphia.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 27 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 64 Request Item |
Introducing Mr. Waring, of South Carolina, who goes to Paris to complete his education. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Hesse Mrs.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 May 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 65 Request Item |
Inviting him to call. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 1 | ALS, 1p. | CIV, 56 Request Item |
Invitation to dine. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Graff P. B.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 2 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 66 Request Item |
Invites him to call and see his new stock of Valenciennes ruffles, vestcoats, etc. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Loreilhe Z..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 4 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 67 Request Item |
Requesting that letters for Mrs. Hudson "the Lavaux," an American lady in a convent in this neighborhood, be forwarded for delivery to Barclay, Moylan and Co., of l'Orient. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 5 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 68 Request Item |
Is about to take passage with Capt. Hoops on the "Nancy" which is ready to sail for Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, Benjamin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 6 | A.L. 4p. | CV, 69 Request Item |
Shipment of four boxes containing various articles for him and Dr. Franklin, Mrs. [John] Jay, Duke de Chaulnes, etc. General physical description: A.L. 4p. | |||
Elphinston, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 13 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 71 Request Item |
Introducing John Paterson, of the firm of William Heines G. Keith and Co., of Ostend. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Drummond, James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 13 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 72 Request Item |
As a former school-fellow, introduces and recommends his friend John Paterson. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
De St. Fond, Barthélemy Faujas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 16 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 74 Request Item |
Inviting him to dine at the house of a friend who wishes to show him a machine he has invented. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 24 | A.L. 4p. | CV, 75 Request Item |
Request to send him his keg of powder and order a Marlborough suit for him. Banters him on his hopeless suit for the hand of a certain young lady [Mlle. Brillon]. In French. General physical description: A.L. 4p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 24 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 76 Request Item |
Is forwarding embroidered handkerchiefs. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
de Fontenet, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 25 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 77 Request Item |
Requests a reply to an inquiry from the Prince de Deux-Ponts about trade between certain German States and the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Darcel, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 26 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 73 Request Item |
Request to meet him at the Custom House, to be present at opening of boxes shipped to him from London. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Fox, George. Lisbon.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June 30 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 78 Request Item |
Tells of his arrival at that port and gives his impressions of the Portuguese capital and its people. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Vaughan, Samuel Jr. Strasbourg.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 June | ALS, 4p. | CV, 79 Request Item |
Refers to the friendship shown him by Prof. [Jacques Reinhold] Spielmann. Tells of Hoffmann's antecedents and business career. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 2 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 80 Request Item |
Requests a certificate, signed by Dr. Franklin, as to the limits fixed by the Treaty of Peace, to decide the validity of captures at sea. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Hudet, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 3 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 81 Request Item |
His promise to reward him for service rendered as driver of a hire carriage. In French. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Capitaine, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 3 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 82 Request Item |
Regrets his inability to be present at the celebration in Dr. Franklin' house of the anniversary of American Independence. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 8 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 83 Request Item |
Refers to the affair of M. de la Ville; is sorry he has done nothing in the matter; asks for the return of the papers in the case. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 10 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 85 Request Item |
Requesting a passport for "Mr. Myers, of Amsterdam." General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 11 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 86 Request Item |
Request to have a miniature of Dr. Franklin executed by a good artist, for a lady who wishes to wear it in a bracelet, and to send him a lady's watch. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 11 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 87 Request Item |
Hears that the packet "Washington" has arrived at Havre from Philadelphia; wishes to engage passage on her for the return trip. Tells of arrangements he has made for his family in London during his absence. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
St. Olympe, -----, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 19 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 88 Request Item |
Offers to take charge of any messages, etc., Mr. [John] Jay may have for Martinique. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Garat, -------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 23 | N. in 3d P. 2p. | CV, 89 Request Item |
Sending his regrets at being unable to accept his invitation. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 2p. | |||
Watson, Elkanah Jr.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 23 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 90 Request Item |
Sending a sword knot enclosed in a genuine American box. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 July 29 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 91 Request Item |
Requests him to call on Comte de Vergennes, with his memoir and letter from Dr. Franklin, and obtain an "arrèt de sursèance" for him. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Hesse, Mme.
to William Temple Franklin. | [ca.1783] August 5 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 80 Request Item |
Enclosing a letter for Mme. Brillon to be sent to her return. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Monbreton, -----. Brienne.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 7 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 92 Request Item |
Excusing himself for leaving Paris without calling to see him and the ladies at Passy, Mme. Caillot, etc. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de. St. Mandé.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 7 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 93 Request Item |
Inquires what has become of Mr. [Nathan ?] Blodget and whether Mr. [Henry] Laurens is still in England or has returned to America. Refers to his brother [Normiont de Laneuville]'s return from America. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, William.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 8 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 94 Request Item |
Sending a bill of exchange to cover advances made by Dr. Franklin to his brother, Samuel Vaughan [Jr.]. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Storer, Charles.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 8 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 95 Request Item |
Tells of his arrival at Poole on Capt. [Joshua] Barney's vessel from Havre. Makes inquiry about three bills in favor of Mr. Sherburne, of Boston, on the Commissioners and requests that they be accepted. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 9 | ALS, 4p. | CV, 96 Request Item |
Relating to his bankruptcy, has found much indulgence and marks of confidence from his creditors. Sends extracts from their letters to be joined to his memoir to Count de Vergennes. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 August 9 | A.L. 5p. | CV, 98 Request Item |
Strongly advises him not to continue his suit for the hand of a certain young lady [Mlle. Brillon]; would not be favored by the Brillon family for several reasons. Alludes to Jonathan Williams's business difficulties. General physical description: A.L. 5p. | |||
Nicolson, Sir James.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 13 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 100 Request Item |
Renews his demand for the return of Lady Nicolson's portrait; she has some things belonging to William Temple Franklin which she will send on receipt of her portrait. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Laneuville, Louis Pierre Panot Lombart, chevalier de, 1744-ca.1800.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 14 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 101 Request Item |
Sends a French grammar; wishes to have Dr.Franklin's opinion as to whether it would be suitable for use in the United States. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 16 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 102 Request Item |
Requests that money belonging to him on deposit with Dr. Franklin be not paid to Tho[ma]s Barclay without his express consent. Will have a claim on the latter of 10,000 livres for cach advances and care of American prisoners. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 19 | ALS, 5p. | CV, 103 Request Item |
Relating to his embarrassed affairs. Begs him to do all in his power to obtain an "arrêt de suréance" for him from Comte de Vergennes before September 6th. Encloses a letter (3 p., in French) from A[ugustin] Morice, of Paris, one of his creditors. General physical description: ALS, 5p. | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 19 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 104 Request Item |
Is about to go to press with his American Almanac; wishes to print a list of the principal officers of the United States. Requests William Temple Franklin to send him some Almanac printed in America containing such a list. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Rayneval, Joseph Gérard de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 19 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 109 Request Item |
Tells how an "arrêt de surséance" may be obtained. Refers to the proposed agreement concerning Consuls; thinks the matter should be settled without further delay. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 21 | L.S. 2P. | CV, 105 Request Item |
Enclosing Loan Office bills for acceptance by the Commissioners. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2P. | |||
Carnes, Burrill.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 23 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 106 Request Item |
Begs him to make application in his behalf to Comte de Vergennes for protection for his person, furniture, books, etc. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 23 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 107 Request Item |
Is surprised that Le Ray de Chaumont is opposed to his obtaining a suspension or delay; does not believe he is one of his creditors. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carnes, Burrill.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 108 Request Item |
Inquiring if any account has been received from the Government Offices concerning his affair. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 August 31 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 110 Request Item |
Not having heard that his "arrèt de sursèance" was granted, he left Nantes to await the decision near Paris. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 1 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 111 Request Item |
Has decided not to appear at Passy or in Paris until his "letters of sursèance" have been granted. Has no apprehension about his person, but wishes to prevent his property from being attached. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Le Veillard fils, Louis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 2 | A.L. 1p. | CV, 112 Request Item |
Thanks for the costume sent to him and requesting shipment of the keg of powder. In French. General physical description: A.L. 1p. | |||
Foucault, John Simon David de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 6 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 113 Request Item |
Asking him to loan one of the anchors at [John D.] schweighauser's of Nantes, to his brother, for the latter's vessel. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Vaughan, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 6 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 114 Request Item |
Congress is still at Princetown but heartily tired of the place. Thinks they will now return to Philadelphia. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 8 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 115 Request Item |
Is uneasy at not hearing about his "arrêt de surséance". General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 10 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 116 Request Item |
His judgment was suspended at request of Dr. Franklin. Is now ready with his defense and would like his case to go on and be decided promptly. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
V. and P. French and Nephew.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 13 | L.S. 1p. | CV, 117 Request Item |
Have received an order from Jonathan Williams, [Jr.], of Nantes, for 500 bottles of best old claret for Dr. Franklin's use; will ship by first vessel bound for Rouen. Mr. [James ?] Price has gained his suit in Parliament against John Bondfield. General physical description: L.S. 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 17 | ALS, 5p. | CV, 118 Request Item |
Inquires about the truth of reports from the United States of a revolt in the army, of the retreat of Congress to Princetown, etc. Requests a printed copy of the Treaty of Peace. Tells of war-like preparations and movements by Russia and Turkey. In French. General physical description: ALS, 5p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 22 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 120 Request Item |
Sends explanation of a song. Request that two small balloons be purchased for him and sent to In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Capet,------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 26 | N. in 3d P. | CV, 121 Request Item |
Offering a seat in Mme. Foucault's box at the Opera. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. | |||
Montagut, Ewart and Co. Barcelona.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 27 | L.S. 3p. | CV, 122 Request Item |
Thanking him for his civilities to Mr. Ewart and Mr. Gower during their stay in Paris; request him to recommend their firm. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
De Tousard, Lt-Col. Louis. Chateau de Villers.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 27 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 123 Request Item |
Sending a letter expressing his thanks to Robert Morris for part payment of the pension due him by the United States. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Smeathman, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 29 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 124 Request Item |
Hopes to have the honor of taking a dish of tea with Dr. Franklin on Wednesday morning. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Foncier, -------.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 September 29 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 125 Request Item |
Asking him to call and see the buckles he is making for him. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 1 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 126 Request Item |
His arrival after a perilous passage on the "Nancy", Capt. [Robert] Shewell. Called on Mr. and Mrs. [Richard] Bache. Refers to the arrival of [George] Mason, [Jr.] and ----- Hoops. Is living on Third Street. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 8 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 127 and 128 Request Item |
Appeals for assistance in his difficulties and certification to the authorities that he is an American citizen and not an important. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Capitaine, --------. Mezières.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 12 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 129 Request Item |
Inquiring about a work entitled "History of North America since the beginning of the War." In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Houdetot, Comtesse d'.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 14 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 157 Request Item |
Hears that Dr. Franklin is threatened with a serious illness. Asks when she can see him. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Le Veillard, Louis Guillaume.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 16 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 130 Request Item |
Will confer with Dr. Franklin and his grandson (W.T.F.) about the notes furnished for publication to M. de Villon. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Newenham, Sir Edward. Dublin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 17 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 131 Request Item |
The assembling of the Irish Parliament and the political situation in Ireland. Refers to the attitude of [Henry] Grattan and [Henry] Flood. Longs to receive Dr. Franklin but for his study. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Mumford, Gurdon S..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 18 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 132 Request Item |
Has accepted a proposition made by Jonathan Williams, [Jr.] to accompany Mr. [William] Alexander to America. Requests a few letters of introduction to his friends. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 22 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 133 Request Item |
Thinks the United States should not wait long before treating with France about her commercial interests. Wishes to pave the way to having good measures adopted by the Government; would like to have the opinions of his American friends on the subject. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Hammond, George.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 23 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 134 Request Item |
Intends to leave for England soon; will dine at Passy before leaving. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, chevalier de .
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 27 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 135 Request Item |
Sends Count Guillaume [de Deux-Ponts]'s thanks for copy of the Definitive Treaty of Peace. Comments on the outbreaks at Philadelphia and the rather hasty departure of Congress. Remarks on the situation in Poland and on the Danube and Russia's seizure of the Crimea, etc. Refers to the illness of Countess Elizabeth, daughter of the Dowager Duchess. (In French.) General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Graff, P. B.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 27 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CVIII, 29 Request Item |
Announcement about his stock of new articles of dress for men. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Galloway, Joseph.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 28 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 136 Request Item |
Relating to Dr. Franklin's will, entrusted to his care when in Pennsylvania. Had thought it was destroyed when his country house and property were burned by a mob. Received it lately from New York with some valuable papers saved at the time. Encloses it sealed as when he received it. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Henry.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 October 29 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 137 Request Item |
Sending buttons, a string for the hat, patterns for waistcoats. Can also give satisfaction for boots, leather breeches, etc., as he has most of the Prince of Wales' workmen. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
St. Olympe, -----, chevalier de.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 October 29 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 138 Request Item |
Inviting Mme. [John] Jay and Dr. Franklin to dinner, also M. [Jean Baptiste] Le Roy. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Hammond, George. Dover.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 October 31 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 139 Request Item |
With reference to a package from Mr. [David] Hartley, for Dr. Franklin, which he forwarded from Dover. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Hammond, George.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 ca.October | A.N.S. 2p. | CVIII, 63 Request Item |
With reference to a letter to be forwarded to [David] Hartley and a parcel to Mr. [Henry] Grand, at London. General physical description: A.N.S. 2p. | |||
Bache and Shee.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 November 1 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 140 and 141 Request Item |
Trade advertisement received from the Minister of Saxony at Paris, was inserted in papers. Remarks on disinclination of American merchants to form new trade connections. Encloses an order for dry goods to be given to a manufacturer in Saxony or at Hamburg. Inquiry about cloth, linen and silk factories in France. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Fox, George.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 November 1 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 142 Request Item |
Inroducing John Bleakley who is going to Paris. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
de Loutherbourg, Baronne.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 November 3 | N. in 3d P. 1p. | CV, 143 Request Item |
Invitation to spend an evening at her house. In French. General physical description: N. in 3d P. 1p. | |||
Grand Painé, -----.
to William Temple Franklin. | ca.1783] November 3 | A.N.S. 1p. | CVIII, 70 Request Item |
Acknowledging the receipt of his invitation. General physical description: A.N.S. 1p. | |||
Bache, Richard.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 November 5 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 144 and 145 Request Item |
Relating to an order for goods from Saxony. Introducing his friend, John Lardner, who is going to Paris. (In duplicate.) General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
-----, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 6 | Verses. 3p. | CV, 146 Request Item |
Impromptu song composed on the news, of the occupation of St. Donat by the Emperor of Germany, being received at the French Court. (Notes and corrections by M. Brillon.) In French. General physical description: Verses. 3p. | |||
Littlepage, Lewis.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 6 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 147 Request Item |
Requesting passports for himself and Mr. [William] Vernon, [Jr.] who are going to England. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bache, Sarah.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 10 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 148 Request Item |
With reference to [squirrel] skins she is sending by Mr. Roker. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Simonet, -----.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 11 | L.S. 2p. | CV, 149 Request Item |
Explaining why he has not been able to call on him. In French. General physical description: L.S. 2p. | |||
Jay, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 11 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 150 Request Item |
Cannot think of any reason for Abby's elopement. Had promised to manumit her on their return to America. Does not believe she can elude the vigilance of the police. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Storer, Charles. St. Quentin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 17 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 151 Request Item |
Introducing his cousin, W[illia]m Smith, and Mr. Fitch, of Boston, who are going to Paris. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves, marquis de, 1757-1834.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 19 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 152 Request Item |
Asks for a printed copy of the Declaration of Independence, to have it engraved in gold letters and keep in his cabinet. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 19 | L.S. 3p. | CV, 153 Request Item |
His trial is to begin next day. Requests him to write to the judges in his favor and testify as to his honesty. In French. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
Williams, Jonathan Jr..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 24 | ALS, 3p. | CV, 154 Request Item |
Cannot place his friend [Normiont de] Laneuville on an American vessel, none being in port. Warns him that the life on board such vessel is very hard. In French. General physical description: ALS, 3p. | |||
Putnam, Benjamin. Portsmouth, Va.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 25 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 155 Request Item |
Begs him and Dr. Franklin to take steps to obtain a settlement of his claims arising from the sale of two vessels seized by him and sold by the French authorities. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Carmichael, William. Madrid.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 November 26 | ALS, 4p. | CV, 156 Request Item |
Has been left for several months without official information or instructions from Congress. His situation embarrassing and painful. Alludes to Mr. [John] Jay's unjust attitude towards him; heard that Dr. Franklin even was influenced unfavorably by reports about him. Requests some printed copies of the Constitutions of the States, translated into French, and some commemorative medals. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
Barney, Captain Joshua..
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 December 14 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 158 Request Item |
Encloses a bill given him by a poor window and asks advice about it. Has some barrels and cases from Mrs. [Richard] Bache for Dr. Franklin. Capt. Jones, who landed in England, brings dispatches from Congress. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
de la Roche-Tilhac, Abbé Poncelin.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 December 16 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 159 Request Item |
Sending the first copy of the new edition of his American Almanac. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Barclay, Thomas. Auteuil.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 December 16 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 160 Request Item |
Requests that the accounts of Sabatier and Duprez be sent to him, as he and Mr.[Marthew] Ridley intend to settle them. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Beaumont, Jean-Baptiste-Jacques Elie de.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783 December 23 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 162 Request Item |
Encloses a letter from his client, [John] S[c]haffer, an American, in prison. Recommends his request to Dr. Franklin for pecuniary assistance. In French. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Schaffer, John.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 23 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 163 Request Item |
Is sick in prison; begs Dr. Franklin to send him some money for his subsistence. In French. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
MacMahon, John. At the Military school in Paris.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 21 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 161 Request Item |
Encloses a letter written by M. Nanty, of Nantes, to George Woulfe. Explained the affair to Dr. Franklin several months ago. Asks what reply he should make to Mr. Woulfe. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Grand, Henry. Bath.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 26 | ALS, 4p. | CV, 164 Request Item |
Tells of the fashions in dress for men; the women in England are beautiful and dress well. Requests letters of introduction to prominent people in English society. General physical description: ALS, 4p. | |||
V. and P. French and Nephew.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 27 | L.S. 3p. | CV, 165 Request Item |
Have shipped to Rouen, for Dr. Franklin, eight cases of old claret wine and enclose bill for same. General physical description: L.S. 3p. | |||
Putnam, Benjamin. Portsmouth, Va.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 29 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 166 Request Item |
Relating to his claim arising from the sale of the privateer "Terrible," at Guadeloupe. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Jay, John. Bath.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 30 | ALS, 2p. | CV, 167 Request Item |
Refers to the political state of affairs in England. Is glad that New York is at last evacuated. Encloses a letter for Mrs. [John] Jay. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Barney, Capt. Joshua..
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 December 30 | ALS, 1p. | CV, 168 Request Item |
Will bring some of the biscuit desired on his next voyage. Hopes that the barrels and boxes of seed for Dr. Franklin arrived in good condition. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Bancroft, Edward.
to William Temple Franklin. | 1783 | ALS, 2p. | CVIII, 61 Request Item |
Sending power of attorney to be legalized. Encloses a letter from Capt. John Paul Jones who is on board the French ship "Triomphant" in West Indian waters. General physical description: ALS, 2p. | |||
Crèvecoeur, St. Jean de.
to William Temple Franklin | ca.1783. | ALS, 1p. | CVII, 83 Request Item |
Asks for some copies of a map. General physical description: ALS, 1p. | |||
Falconer, Nathaniel.
to William Temple Franklin | 1783. | L.S. 1p. | CVII, 89 |