Benjamin Franklin to Deborah Franklin, July 6, 1773

July 6. 1773.

My dear Child,

I am here in my Way to Oxford, where I am going to be present at the Installation, 7 and shall stay a few Days among my Friends there. By Capt. All who sails next Week I shall write fully to you, and to Friends in Philadelphia. This is my only Letter per Packet. Love to our Children, and to Benny Boy. I am, Thanks to God, very well and hearty, and ever Your affectionate Husband