Benjamin Franklin sends Jacques Brillon de Jouy compliments and fulfills a promise by forwarding an excerpt of a letter from Mr. Bache along with its translation. He requests Brillon to deliver these documents to Mr. Thomas. The letter reflects Franklin’s ongoing correspondence and diplomatic exchanges in 1785.
Marquis de Lafayette invites Benjamin Franklin to dine at his home in Paris on the upcoming Monday. He requests Franklin to confirm his attendance. The letter reflects Lafayette's ongoing friendship and diplomatic connection with Franklin after the American Revolution.
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Jean Baptiste Joseph de Laumoy requests Benjamin Franklin to confirm receipt of new certificates for sums owed to him and Messrs. du Portail Gouvion by the Continental Congress, with interest to be paid in Paris. He seeks any updates regarding these financial documents.
Jean-Hector Montaigne offers Benjamin Franklin a plan to form a company under Congress's authority to survey and develop the uncultivated lands of the thirteen United States. He aims to provide labor and capital to enhance the nation's prosperity by mapping resources, industries, and trade potential. Montaigne positions himself as the director of this enterprise to support the young republic's growth.
Friedrich Wilhelm, Baron von Thulemeier informs the American Commissioners that he has presented their proposal to establish Emden and Stettin as free ports to the king and awaits his instructions. He references a counterproposal sent earlier and expresses hope for a successful resolution of their ongoing negotiations.
Pierre Vernier requests Benjamin Franklin's guidance regarding three Pennsylvania state bonds worth $1,000 each, ceded to him in 1781 but unpaid with interest due in 1783. Having received no response from Philadelphia, Vernier seeks Franklin's insight on the Congress's repayment plans. He encloses a copy of the bond transfer to clarify the matter and asks for advice on how to proceed.
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Josef Niclas Reichsgraf Windisch-Grätz writes to Benjamin Franklin seeking his support to promote a written work proposing a solution to a problem, distributed in German and Latin across Europe. He requests Franklin to help disseminate the work in America and lend his endorsement to gain serious attention on both continents. Windisch-Grätz expresses deep respect for Franklin's influence and contributions to humanity.
Charles Williamos writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1785 expressing his respect and informing him of his intention to visit Franklin the following Monday. The letter serves as a formal notice of the planned meeting. Williamos emphasizes his honor and pleasure in the forthcoming visit.