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Henry Laurens to Benjamin Franklin, February 27, 1784
No. 18. Fludyer Street Westminster 28th. [ i.e., 27] 2 February 1784. Dear Sir. Accept my grateful thanks for the Contents of two Letters which you have honored me with…
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Michel-René Hilliard d’Auberteuil to Benjamin Franklin, February 27, 1784
Paris le 27e. fevrier 1784. Monsieur Permettez moi de me rapeller au Souvenir de votre excellence en lui envoyant un mémoire sur une matiere très importante, et qui ne vous…
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Daniel Roberdeau to Benjamin Franklin, February 26, 1784
Daniel Roberdeau thanks Benjamin Franklin for his assistance to Mr. Vanderhorst and his daughter and for supporting his son's training in refining near Paris. He requests more information about the new refining methods at Bercy and inquires about the possibility of his son working there temporarily. Roberdeau also informs Franklin of his departure from Gravesend and extends good wishes.
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Ginet & Meirieu to Benjamin Franklin, February 26, 1784
Ginet and Meirieu inform Benjamin Franklin of a bill of exchange for 670 livres drawn by Jean Bonfield and payable to Jean David, which is approaching its due date. They request Franklin to accept and honor the bill to ensure payment, as Monsieur Grand refuses to pay without Franklin’s endorsement. The letter also conveys their respectful regards.
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Benjamin Franklin to Charles Gravier, comte de Vergennes, February 26, 1784
Benjamin Franklin requests that Charles Gravier, comte de Vergennes, protect Mr. Williams from a few creditors seeking preferential treatment after Williams has amicably settled with most of them. Franklin supports Williams' effort to ensure fair justice for all creditors involved.
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Félix Vicq d’Azyr to Benjamin Franklin, February 25, 1784
Félix Vicq d’Azyr invites Benjamin Franklin and his grandson to attend the upcoming public session of the Royal Society of Medicine on March 2, 1784, expressing regret over Franklin’s absence at the previous meeting. Vicq d’Azyr plans to deliver eulogies for Guillaume Hunter and Sanchez and seeks Franklin’s presence as a source of encouragement.
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John Trumbull to Benjamin Franklin, February 25, 1784
John Trumbull informs Benjamin Franklin of the confirmed death of Dr. Cooper of Boston, a respected figure Franklin valued deeply. Trumbull expresses shared sorrow and refrains from offering consolation, acknowledging the loss of an eminent American character.
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Antonin-Victor-Augustin Auberjon, comte de Murinais to Benjamin Franklin, February 25, 1784
Antonin-Victor-Augustin Auberjon, comte de Murinais, requests Benjamin Franklin to confirm the existence and good reputation of a Polish nobleman named Kosciuszko who served in the American troops. He explains that this attestation is necessary for the peace and well-being of Kosciuszko's family and offers to facilitate further communication if Franklin needs to verify details in America.
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Sextius-Alexandre-François Miollis to Benjamin Franklin, February 25, 1784
a aix en provence Le 25 fevrier 1784. Monsieur Venant d’etre informé par Les papiers publics des marques de decoration de l’ordre de cincinatus qui ont été accordées a quelques…
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Benjamin Franklin to Jean Baptiste Le Roy, February 25, 1784
Benjamin Franklin writes to Jean Baptiste Le Roy enclosing correspondence from Mr. Eckhardt, an inventive mechanic seeking assistance. Franklin requests Le Roy to help Eckhardt if possible and to share Eckhardt's comments on balloons with Mr. Montgolfier. Franklin expresses his eagerness to see Le Roy soon.