To William Ellery (unpublished)
Philada. Nov. 14. 1785.
Sir,

I received the Letter you did me the honour of writing to me the 10th of last Month, enclosing one from Mr. Vernon. Herewith I send the Answer which I beg you would do me the Favour of forwarding to that Gentleman.

I am much oblig’d by your kind Congratulations on my Arrival here. Be pleas’d to accept my Thanks, and believe me to be with sincere Esteem and Respect, Sir, Your most obedient and most humble Servant

B Franklin

Honble. Wm. Ellery Esqr.
Endorsed: B. Franklin N. 14. 1785
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