From Elkanah Watson, Jr., and Wanton Casey
al: American Philosophical Society
Hôtel de York. Paris. 22d. Novr. 1781

Messrs. Watson & Casey, present their respectfull compliments to his Excellency Doctr. Franklin, & beg leave to congratulate him on the important news of the capitulation of Cornwallis; and acquaint Your Excellency that we shall part for Nantes t'morrow afternoon or the ensuing morng. without fault, and shall be happy to be charg'd with any commands You may have our way.

His Excellency Doctr. Franklin Passy
Addressed: A son Excellence / Monsieur Franklin / Ambasa-deur des Etats / de l'Amerique / á / Passy.
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