From Jonathan Williams, Jr. (unpublished)
Nantes 23 Augt. 1783.
Dear and honoured Sir,

Inclosed is an Account of the Expenses of Master Johnnott including his passage to Philadelphia amounting to £752 lt. 2s. for which I have this day drawn a bill on you in favour of Messr: Laral & Wilfelsheim, It was not possible to get his passage at a Cheaper rate, though extravagant and unreasonable all have been obliged to Submit another Lad of the same age of Johnnot has also been made to pay it. I thought best to send him as there is no prospect of another opportunity Soon and the difference would be Soon swallowed up in daily Expenses. I am as ever &c

M Benj franklin
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