Benjamin Franklin to Peter Templeman, September 2, 1764

Philada. Sept. 2. 1764

Sir

Furman & Co. Merchants of this Place, 6 send by Capt. Caton, 7 60 Keggs of Sturgeon, which they hope will be found so well cured as to obtain the Society’s Approbation, and a Premium. They have desired me to introduce their Claim to you by a Line in its favour; but I have told them the whole will depend on the Merits of their Fish when it comes to London. I can only say, that what I have tasted of it here, was excellent. 8 America can furnish any Quantity; but for our Encouragement methinks the foreign Duty should be taken off. With great Esteem for your self, and best Wishes for the Prosperity of the Society, I am, Sir, Your most obedient humble Servant

B Franklin