To Hugh Roberts
als: R. Sturgis Ingersoll, Penllyn, Pa. (1956)
Boston July 16. 1753
Dear Friend

By a Vessel yesterday from London I receiv’d the enclos’d from the Agent Rd. Patridge, which please to communicate to the Speaker.

I had a delightful Journey hither, and have felt but one hot Day since my Arrival. On the Road I often thought of you and wish’d for your Company, as I pass’d over some of the best punning Ground perhaps in the Universe.

My Respects to Mrs. Roberts, and to all our old Friends of the Junto, Hospital, and Insurance. I purpose to set out on my Return in about ten Days, to have the Pleasure of seeing them and Philadelphia again. I am, Dear Friend, Yours affectionately

B Franklin

Addressed: To  Mr Hugh Roberts  at  Philadelphia  Free  B Franklin
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