Jonathan Jr Williams to Benjamin Franklin, December 1, 1782

Nantes Decemr. 1. 1782.

Dear & hond Sir

The Ship Nonesuch 8 is just arrived in 22 Days from Philadelphia. Thinking it of great Importance that the public Dispatches 9 should go forward with the utmost Expedition, and the Post not going out for two Days to come, I thought it my Duty to send off this Express which I hope will be agreeable.

I have given the Courier eight Louis which please to reimburse with sufficient for his Return and such allowance for his Trouble as you may think he merits: The account of his Expences he will give you.

Inclosed is a Letter for Mrs Williams which contains a miniature Picture belonging to her please to give it to Billy to forward by some safe private Hand.

I am as ever yours most dutifully & affectionately

Jona Williams J