From Richard Bache (unpublished)
Philadelphia June 18th. 1781
Dear and Hond. Sir

I take the Liberty to introduce to your Civilities, the Bearer Mr. Ray whose Family I knew at Newyork, some years ago; I believe him to be a young Gentleman deserving your Countenance and protection, and as such recommend him to you I am as ever Dear Sir Your affectionate Son

Rich Bache

Dr. Franklin
Addressed: His Excelly. / Dr. Benjamin Franklin / Minister Plenipotentiary, from the / United States of No. America at the / Court of / Versaille Favored by / Mr. Ray
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