From Edward Bancroft (unpublished)
Chaillot 15 Decr. 1782
Dear Sir

I went again yesterday to Mr. de Beaumarchais but found, what had not been told me before, that he is at Bourdeaux, and therefore it will be impossible for me to obtain the Certificate Mr. Deane desires until his return. I must therefore write Mr. Deane to day and wish to inclose in my Letter a Line or two from you importing something, or so much as you may think proper, of the paper, I had the honor of leaving with you on Thursday Evening. I would be obliged to you also to inform me when you think of sending away your Dispatches for America.

I have the honor to be very truely Dear Sir Your respectful and affectionate Humble Servant

Edwd. Bancroft

Addressed: A Monsieur / Monsieur Franklin / Minister Plenipotentiaire / des Etats Unis &c / A Passy
Endorsed: Ed: Bancroft Chaillot 15th. Decr. 1782
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