Benjamin Franklin to William Parsons, May 3, 1757

New York, May 3. 1757

Dear Friend,

I have just time to bid you Farewell; and to acquaint you, that Mr. Nugent 9 is at present in the Service in Ireland, but ’tis thought the Regiment he belongs to, will be one of those ordered to America with the expected Fleet. He is a Relation of Col. Bradstreet’s; 1 who is daily expected here, and tis said can give me the best Account of Nugent. If I learn any thing farther before I sail, I will acquaint you with it. I am, Dear Friend, Yours affectionately

B Franklin

Wm Parsons Esqr