Benjamin Franklin to Paul Bentalou, May 15, 1780

Passy, May 15. 1780.

Sir,

The Buckskin not belonging to the United States, but to private Persons, I have no authority to order a Passage for you in that Ship, as you desire. I have the honour to be, Sir, Your most obedient & most humble Servant

Captain Bentalon, chez Mr. Changeur 7 Negt. rue Rousselle à Bordeaux