Benjamin Franklin to Daniel Burton, March 26, 1769

Craven street, March 26. 1769.

Reverend Sir

At the Request of the Bearer Mr. Drage I beg Leave to inform you, that I have known him well for these Sixteen Years past, during which time he has lived very reputably in or near Philadelphia, and ever maintained the Character of an honest Man. With great Respect, I am, Reverend Sir, Your most obedient and most humble Servant

B Franklin

Dr. Burton