Ezra Stiles: Memoir and Conjecture
AD (draft): Yale University Library
May 1 1769.
Q. How came Dr. Benja. Franklin to procure several Doctorates
1. He was born in Boston in New England, and educated a
2. Removing to Philad[elphi]a in Disgust about the printing office
3. His real Idea has been coalition of all parties, being true Friend
Events produced by principles.
1. In March 1765 at Time passing Stamp Act, and when he forsaw
2. After repeal and still doubtful period, tho’ rather prospect Loss
3. In 1768, Dr. Rogers Diploma procured also by him New York.
4. They pleased all New England Cong[regationalists] and whole
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