From Tench Coxe (unpublished)
May 18th. 1787
Sir

Some of my friends having advised me to the publication of the little Essay read on friday evening before the Society for political Enquiries, I do myself the honor to enclose a copy for Depositing among their papers. I have taken the liberty to add a copy for your own perusal, if it shall appear worthy of it. I have the honor to be, with the most perfect respect Sir; your most obedient Servant

Tench Coxe

His Excellency B. Franklin Esqr
Addressed: His Excellency / Benj. Franklin Esquire
Endorsed: Tench Coxe May 18. 87
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