John Bondfield to Benjamin Franklin, April 7, 1778

Bordeaux 7 Ap 1778

Honored Sir

Mr. Cooper 8 having given me Mr. Hancocks Letter to you in his favor for my perusal in virtue and on the strength of the Contents I have and shall advance to the young Gentleman the Nessessaries he stands in need off which I hope will meet with your approbation. I am most respectfully Your honors Most Obedient Servant

John Bondfield

Paris The Honble Benj Franklin Esq