From David Hartley
ALS: American Philosophical Society; transcript: Library of Congress
London, Dec 10 1778
My Dear Friend

I recd two days ago notice at the Admiralty that the last terms wch I transmitted from you were accepted and agreed to, and that his Majesty had consented. I was likewise told that I might expect in a few days to receive special notice of the place and time of the exchange. As soon as I receive any such notice I will not delay a moment in advertising you. I hear as you do that the Subscription for the prisoners is nearly exhausted. I have had several interviews with the Gentlemen who have had the Management of that subscription and I have pressed very strongly upon them the renewal; notwithstanding the present prospect of Exchanges, as more prisoners may come or unexpected delays may happen. Your affecte

D H.—

p.s. Sometimes I write longer letters than this—
Addressed: To Dr Franklin
Notation: D. H. Dec. 10. 1778.
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