Jonathan Jr Williams to Benjamin Franklin, January 25, 1783

Nantes Jan. 25. 1783

Dear & hond Sir

The present Serves to hand you some Letters brought by my Father who is in my house in perfect Health. 7 When I have arranged my Business so as to be able to leave it I shall wait on you with him & bring home Mrs W 8 in return.

I thank you for your Note to Lord Shelburne 9 which I hope he will feel.

I am with the greatest Respect Your dutifull & affectionate

Jona Williams J

I have just recvd your Packet sent Mr Livingston with the news of Peace. Vessells will not go to sea without Passeports untill the time is elapsed. 1