From George Washington
ALS: American Philosophical Society
New York Augt. 18th. 1776.
Sir,

I have been honourd with your favour of the 16th., and the several Inclosures contained therein, which are now return’d with my thanks for the oppertunity of perusing them. I also Inclose you a Letter from Lord Howe, sent out (with others) by a Flag in the Afternoon of yesterday. With it comes a Letter for Lieutt. Barrington, who if not among those who broke their Parole, and went of for Canada, is in York, Pensylvania. With very great esteem and respect, I have the honour to be Sir Your Most Obedient Humble Servant

Go. Washington

The Honble. Benja. Franklin Esqr.
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