Letter
Barthélemy Faujas de Saint-Fond to Benjamin Franklin, June 16, 1783
Barthélemy Faujas de Saint-Fond invites Benjamin Franklin to witness a mechanical invention by a modest compatriot, Mr. Mical, featuring two golden speaking heads that articulate phrases about peace and the king. Faujas de Saint-Fond praises the device's advanced mechanics and clarity of speech, especially its handling of difficult diphthongs. He requests Franklin attend a demonstration and dinner on June 18, 1783, alongside other academicians.