From Thomas Jefferson (unpublished)
Paris Aug. 6. 1787.
Dear Sir

This will be handed you by Doctor Gibbons a young gentleman, who after studying physic and taking his degrees at Edinburgh has passed some time here. He has desired the honor of being known to you, and I find a pleasure in being the instrument of making him so. It is a tax to which your celebrity submits you. Every man of the present age will wish to have the honor of having known, and been known to you. You will find Doctor Gibbons to possess learning, genius and merit. As such I ask leave to present him to you, and of assuring you at the same time of the sentiments of profound respect and esteem, with which I have the honor to be Your Excellency’s most obedient and most humble servant

Th: Jefferson

His Excellency Doctr. Franklin.
Addressed: His Excellency / Doctor Franklin / President of / Pennsylvania
Endorsed: M. Jefferson
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