Benjamin Franklin to Josiah, Sr Quincy, November 27, 1755

Philada. Nov. 27. 1755

Dear Sir

I condole with you sincerely on your late heavy Losses, particularly that of your most valuable and dear Companion of Life. 5

I have been so excessively hurried since I saw you, and Mr. Allen generally in the Country, that we have not yet finish’d your Affair, 6 which I am however asham’d of, as it might be done in half an hour. I shall no longer postpone it, and hope per next Post to acquaint you with the Conclusion.

My respectful Compliments to your amiable Daughter and sensible Sons, 7 and believe me to be, with great Regard, Dear Sir, Your most humble Servant

B Franklin