To John Dickinson (unpublished)
Passy, Sept. 3. 1784
Sir,

Mr. Charles Helsted, whom his Majesty the King of Sweden has appointed Consul of that Nation, will have the Honour of presenting this Line to your Excellency. He is recommended to me by the Swedish Ambassador at this Court, as a Gentleman of great Merit: As such I beg leave to recommend him to your Civilities and Countenance. With sincere Esteem, I have the honour to be, Sir, Your Excellency’s most obedient and most humble Servant

B Franklin

Governor Dickinson
Addressed: To His Excelly. / Governor Dickinson. / Philadelphia
Endorsed: B. Franklin.
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