Matthew Parke to Benjamin Franklin, March 1, 1782

L. Orient March 1st. 1782

Sir,

I have been Hond. with your Excellencys letter of feby. 3d. which gives me great Satisfaction together with my Brother Officers.

I sincerely thank you not only for your kind advice but for your Offers of service.

I have wrote the Minister of France, a letter of this date, begging him to give Orders for the payment of our part of prize money into the Hands of our Attornys, Messr. Puchelberg & Co. Merchts. in this place. 9

I beg your Excellency to appologize to the Minister for the liberty I have taken, & your interest with him in our behalf.

I am Sir with every Sentament of Respect— Your Excelly. obed Servt

Matthew Parke

His Excellency Dr. Franklin Minister from United States