Alexander Lunan to Benjamin Franklin, July 31, 1765

Philada. 31st. July 1765.

Dear Sir,

I just beg Leave to accquaint You that Gilbert Elliot 8 Esqr. is my Friend, and by a Letter I have received lately, from my Cousin, Lord Pitfour, 9 one of the Senators of the College of Justice at Edinburgh dated the 1st. May. He 1 has promised his Interest, to any Gentleman, who will be kind enough to point out to Him; any thing Wherein he Can Serve me.

I Would Willingly beg of you, My Dear Sir, to see him on my Account, as Im perswaded, You could point out some thing; that would be agreeable and pleasing to me. But I dare not desire it, as your time, I know, is too much engaged otherwize, But perhaps, May be good enough to spare a few Moments some morning. I am My Dear Sir: Your most obedient Servant.

Alexr. Lunan