Edward Nathaniel Bancroft to Benjamin Franklin, December 9, 1784

Chiswick Decr. 9th. 1784

Honoured Sir,

I am very sorry to hear that you are affected with the Stone, but I hope you are better. I suppose there is but a little time since you have seen my father, pray give him my duty the next time you will see him. 9 I hope my friend Mr. Bache is well: I would be very much obliged to you if you would give him my Compnts. the first time you will see him, & tell him that I should be very happy to hear from him. I would also be very much obliged to you if you would give my respectful compliments To Mr. and Mrs. Jay, (if they are in France,) and all other friends. Docr. Rose 1 Gives his Compnts. to you.

I remain, Honoured sir, Your most dutiful and affectionate

Edwd. Bancroft