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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, March 28, 1780
London 28 Mar: 1780 Dear sir I wrote you on the 10th Current to which I beg to be referred— Since when I am much concerned to find that the…
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Letters from William Hodgson
William Hodgson may refer to:William Hodgson, British academic William Hodgson (1814-1891), Tasmanian politician William Hodgson (1912-1988) William Ballantyne Hodgson (1815-1880), Scottish educational reformer and political economist William Hope Hodgson (1877-1918), English fantasy author William Nicholson Hodgson, British Member of the UK Parliament for Carlisle W. N. Hodgson, English war poet Billy Hodgson, Scottish footballer William R. Hodgson, Canadian hotel magnate and Toronto Argonauts owner William Roy Hodgson (1892-1958), Australian public servant and diplomat Bill Hodgson (curler) (1944-2022), Canadian curler
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17 letters
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, September 20, 1780
London 20 Sepr. 1780 Dear sir ’Twas only a day or two ago, that your Letter of the 25th Ultimo was delivered me. I have since been with the Commissioners…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, December 4, 1780
London 4 Decemr. 1780 Dear sir I rec’d your favor of the 24th Octr with the accot of Prisoners Released 3 which I laid before the Board of Sick &…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, March 20, 1781
London 20 March 1781 Dear sir I just receivd yours of the 8th which surprises me not a little, as by the Letter inclosed 6 I perceive the person to…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, April 12, 1781
London 12 April 1781 Dear sir I duly rec’d your favor of the 1st instant & am equally shock’d with you at the consummate Artifice & Villainy of Digges. A…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, June 29, 1781
London 29 June 1781 Dear sir I did myself the pleasure to write you on the 8 May since when I am without any from you— I have had a…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, September 18, 1781
London 18 Sept 1781 Dear sir/ I did myself the pleasure to write you on the 4th Currt to which I refer— Yesterday the Commissioners of Sick & Hurt sent…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, December 21, 1781
London 21 Decemr—1781— Dear Sir I duly reced your favor of the 19th Ultimo with the sundry inclosures for which I return you my best thanks, Mr. Grand has remitted…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, April 9, 1782
London 9 April 1782 Dear sir Since my last on the 22 Ultimo I have rec’d your favor of the 31 March, inclosed I send you a Copy of the…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, July 18, 1782
London 18 July 1782 Dear sir I have recd yours of the 18th, but not that per Mr Young, 9 I immediately set about procuring you the necessary Information Relative…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, August 26, 1782
London 26 August 1782 Dear sir Not having any thing particular to Communicate I have deferred too long paying my tribute of thanks for the Civilities I recd from you…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, November 14, 1782
London 14 Novr. 1782 Dear Sir I duly reced your favor of the 4th. 7 & am much obliged to you for writing to L’Orient, from whence I have not…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, December 12, 1782
London 12 Decemr. 1782 Dear Sir I have the pleasure to acquaint you that we arrived safe here after a quick passage, but not Time enough I fear to undo…
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, March 25, 1783
William Hodgson informs Benjamin Franklin about the challenges faced in passing a British bill to open trade with America, noting significant opposition and alterations to its original form. He outlines key provisions allowing Americans freer trade with the islands and equal footing in European commerce while maintaining navigation restrictions. Hodgson requests Franklin’s detailed plan for regulating commercial relations between the two countries amid uncertain British leadership.
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, April 18, 1783
William Hodgson informs Benjamin Franklin that the British Parliament has repealed the prohibitory acts against America and is preparing further legislation to ease restrictions on American ships. He expresses hope that these measures will restore trade and mentions the anticipated visit of Mr. Hartley to negotiate a commercial treaty. Hodgson also notes a financial balance owed to Franklin related to prisoners and offers to provide details upon request.
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, June 24, 1783
William Hodgson introduces Seward and Graves, two gentlemen of wealth and education traveling to France for leisure, to Benjamin Franklin. He requests Franklin to extend his hospitality to them, noting Seward's connection to their mutual acquaintances. Hodgson emphasizes that such kindness would please their shared friends in London.
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William Hodgson to Benjamin Franklin, January 23, 1784
William Hodgson informs Benjamin Franklin that he is attempting to determine the value of two ships released by the Danish court but faces difficulties due to elapsed time and limited insurance records. He estimates each ship's worth between 10,000 and 15,000 pounds and expresses gratitude for Franklin's offer of support regarding the consulship. Hodgson commits to continuing his efforts despite obstacles.