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Benjamin Vaughan introduces Dugald Stewart to Benjamin Franklin, praising Stewart as a leading Scottish mathematician and moral philosopher who has excelled in public lectures. Vaughan requests Franklin to extend his attention to Stewart and Lord Ancram, highlighting Stewart's potential to provide valuable insights into Scottish literary figures and intellectual pursuits. Vaughan notes Stewart's humility and reluctance to engage in mathematics discussions beyond his expertise.
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Louis-Antoine-Jean-Baptiste, chevalier de Cambray-Digny informs Benjamin Franklin that he is leaving Paris for the countryside and cannot visit him in person. He sends letters for America with Franklin, thanking him for granting permission. He also requests that any letters from America addressed to him be sent to his residence on rue St. Pierre in Montmartre.
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Paris 30 July 1783 Dear Sir Our friend W ——, 4 has taken his measures & has Already agreed wt most of his people at 6, 12, 18 Months &…
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Jonathan Jr Williams informs Benjamin Franklin that he has successfully negotiated a favorable repayment plan with his creditors in Nantes, securing a two-year extension with quarterly payments. He reports that his reputation remains intact and that his creditors recommend renewing his letters of sûreté to prevent preferential claims against him. Williams expresses hope that the Count de Vergennes will support his renewed application as before.
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Charles Gravier, comte de Vergennes, informs Benjamin Franklin that the French King has lifted the seizure of funds owed to the American frigate Alliance at Franklin’s request. He urges Franklin to ensure the American Congress promptly compensates the Forsters brothers for the wrongful capture of their ship, the Trois-Amis, to prevent financial ruin. Vergennes emphasizes the fairness of their claim and the necessity of swift payment.
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Jean-Charles-Pierre Lenoir grants Benjamin Franklin permission to withdraw a package of books from customs in Strasbourg. Lenoir addresses Franklin respectfully, acknowledging his role as the United States' minister plenipotentiary. The letter facilitates Franklin's receipt of materials during his diplomatic mission in 1783.
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Benjamin Franklin informs William Strahan that he has recommended Miss Beckwith to his children in Philadelphia, following Strahan's earlier suggestion. He encloses information about her current situation and expresses hope that Strahan and his family are well. Franklin also conveys a sense of finality, anticipating they may never meet again.
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Passy, July 29. 1783— Dr Franklin presents his Compliments to Dr Blagden, requests his Care of the enclos’d, and wishes him a good Journey with a happy Sight of his…
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Isabella Strange writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1783 requesting assistance in delivering a letter to her friend Mr. Hunter, as she has no other means of communication with him. She mentions that her previous letters to Mr. Hunter have been strictly business-related. Isabella and Mr. Strange both send their respectful regards to Franklin.
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Ce 28. Juillet 1783. M. Le Nonce Apostolique a l’honneur d’envoyer à Monsieur Franklin la note ci-jointe. Il le prie de vouloir bien la faire passer au Congrès des Etats…