Benjamin Franklin to William Strahan, August 8, 1754

Philada. Augt. 8. 1754

Dear Sir

The above is Copy of my last. 5 Not receiving the Printing House as expected last Spring, has been a considerable Disappointment; 6 but I am more concern’d to hear that you and yours have had so much Sickness. 7 I hope before this time you are all perfectly recover’d. I inclose a Bill for £20 Sterling, drawn by Mrs. Mary Steevens on Alexr. Grant Esqr; which when paid you will pass to my Credit. With sincere Respect and Affection, I am, Dear Sir Your most humble Servant

B Franklin