From Rodolphe-Ferdinand and Marie-Silvestre Grand (unpublished)
Thursday Morn

Mr. and Mrs. Grand present their best Compliments to Doctor Franklin are very sorry to beg he will putt off to another day coming to take Tea at their House as Mr. Grand sore eye would not permitt him to enjoy his good Company. The Same prevented his assisting at the Assembly yesterday, where he was elected with great unanimity to the place of Administrator of the discounting Office. As soon as the stocks are exchanged Mr. Grand will return them with gratitude to Doctor Franklin.

Addressed: His Excellency / Benjn. Franklin Esq. / Passy
Endorsed: Mr. Grand
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