From George Mercer
American Philosophical Society
Poland Street No. 9 April 4th. 1765. Thursday
Sir

I took the Liberty to wait on you to consult you upon some Quaeries which were sent me from the Stamp Office, which I confess myself incapable to answer. As I would wish to have the Matter properly represented, and am convinced Sir there is no one so capable to instruct me as yourself, I must beg you’ll give me Leave to wait on you to morrow Morning at any Hour that will be most convenient to you with the Quaeries: or if it should interfere with any Appointment if you would be so obliging to allow me a Perusal of your Answer to those sent you, I shall be extreamly thankful for the Favour.

I beg your Pardon for taking this Freedom with you, but really Sir I know no Body else, who can instruct me; I profess myself ignorant, and have been sent to already for my Answer. I am with Respect Sir Your most obedient Humble Servant

Geo: Mercer

Addressed: To / Benja. Franklyn Esqr. / Craven Street
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