Benjamin Franklin to Henry Johnson, July 22, 1777

Passy, July 22. 1777.

Sir

The Bearer M. le Chevr. de Ꝃninon 5 who is desirous of going to America, is well recommended to me as a Person of Character and Merit. If he takes his Passage with you, I make no doubt that you will treat him with all the Civilities due to a Gentleman, in which you will very much oblige Sir, Your most obedient humble Servant

B Franklin

Capt. Johnson