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Letters to Benjamin Vaughan

Benjamin Vaughan MD FRSE LLD was a British political radical. He was a commissioner in the negotiations between Britain and the United States at the drafting of the Treaty of Paris.

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Benjamin Franklin to Benjamin Vaughan, April 17, 1784

From Benjamin Franklin
To Benjamin Vaughan
April 17, 1784

Benjamin Franklin writes to Benjamin Vaughan expressing relief over a satisfactory response from Dr. Withering and concern for Vaughan's recovery from a horse fall. Franklin requests clarification on a point about the Subscription of the 39 Articles and advises against a new edition until he can provide additional materials from America. He also inquires whether Governor Franklin can supply more resources.

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Benjamin Franklin to Benjamin Vaughan, April 29, 1784

From Benjamin Franklin
To Benjamin Vaughan
April 29, 1784

Benjamin Franklin writes to Benjamin Vaughan discussing his theory that fire is a subtle fluid present everywhere, responsible for sensations of heat and cold and the vibrations of light. He explains that this fluid is attracted to living organisms and various substances, particularly water, which carries it away through evaporation. Franklin shares his philosophical reflections on the nature of fire and heat.

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Benjamin Franklin to Benjamin Vaughan, September 7, 1784

From Benjamin Franklin
To Benjamin Vaughan
September 7, 1784

Benjamin Franklin introduces Count Mirabeau to Benjamin Vaughan, recommending him for assistance in publishing a work opposing hereditary nobility linked to the Order of Cincinnati in America. Franklin praises Mirabeau's writing and urges Vaughan to help find a suitable bookseller. He expresses confidence in Mirabeau's talents and values their friendship.

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Benjamin Franklin to Benjamin Vaughan, March 5, 1785

From Benjamin Franklin
To Benjamin Vaughan
March 5, 1785

Benjamin Franklin thanks Benjamin Vaughan for sending books and pamphlets, including Thoughts on Executive Justice, which inspires Franklin to consider related ideas. He describes a new wax candle design by Mr. Williams that produces bright light but smokes, and expresses gratitude for castor oil that has helped him. Franklin also mentions curiosity about a passage from Kæmpfer and speculates on his son's absence due to involvement with Royalist affairs.

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