Benjamin Franklin to Richard Price, November 27, 1780

Nov. 27. 1780.

Dear Friend,

I thank you much for the Pamphlets, you have sent me from time to time. 5 They contain much important Information, and are written in that true Publick Spirit and sincere zeal for the Welfare of Mankind, by which your Character has ever been distinguished.— I rejoice to hear that your Health is better, I hope it will enable you long to continue your Usefulness. I have lately had a severe Fit of the Gout which confined me six Weeks, but I think it has done me much Good. Please to present my Respects and best Wishes to Dr. Priestly, & belive me to be with the Sincerest Esteem & affection. Your ever

Dr. Price.