Benjamin Franklin to Jacques Barbeu-Dubourg, August 20, 1774

London, Augt. 20. 1774

Dear Friend,

This Line will be put into your Hands by my excellent Friend Dr. Priestly, whose Character in the learned World is not unknown to you. His Name alone is a sufficient Recommendation to those Civilities you have so much Pleasure in showing to Strangers of Merit. 7 My best Respects to the good Ladies and believe me ever, My dear Friend Yours most affectionately

B Franklin

Mons. Dubourg