Robert R Livingston to Benjamin Franklin, January 26, 1782

Philadelphia 26 Jany 1782

Dear Sir

I do myself the honor to enclose you a convention for the Establishment of Consuls, Which has just passed Congress— You will find that you are empowered either to sign it in France, or if any alterations are made, to send it here to be executed; 7 nothing new since I wrote you; We are Still in the Dark with respect to European Intelligence, not having heard from any Gentleman in public character since the 5th of October, When we had a short Letter from Mr Carmichael. 8 I have the honor to be, Sir, with great respect and esteem your Mo. obt. humble Servt

Signed R. R. Livingston

No 8 To the Honorable Benjamin Franklin Esqr.