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Letters from William Shipley

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William Shipley to Benjamin Franklin, September 1, 1756

From William Shipley

To Benjamin Franklin

September 1, 1756

London Sepr: 1st. 1756. Sir I am orderâ€™d to acquaint you, that the Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce have unanimously elected you a Corresponding Member; and…

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William Shipley to Benjamin Franklin, September 13, 1755

From William Shipley

To Benjamin Franklin

September 13, 1755

Craigsâ€™s Court September the 13th, 1755. Sir I believe that you will be supprised to hear from one who am an entire Stranger and living at so great a distance;…