Benjamin Franklin to Massachusetts Delegates to Congress, October 17, 1779

Passy, Oct. 17. 1779.

Gentlemen,

I have lately received the Letter you did me the honour of writing to me the 7th of May last, 9 relating to the Loss of the Brigantine, Fair Play . I had before made the Application desired, and obtained an Order to the Governor of Guadaloupe for making the Compensation. I hope therefore that the Business is effected; but if any Difficulties have arisen, and any farther Steps are necessary to be taken here I will readily endeavour to do what may be desired of me, having the greatest Regard to your Recommendation.

I have the Honour to be, with much Esteem, Gentlemen, Your most obedient & most humble Servant

B Franklin

To Messrs. S. Adams, E. Gerry, James Lovell, and S. Holton Esqrs.