From Charles Williamos (unpublished)
Paris 31st. March 1785

Mr. Williamos has the honor to present his Most respectfull compliments to Doctor Franklin begs leave to send him two spermacety candles, the only ones he has left, Mr. Jefferson having told him last night that he wanted some, and if His Excellency could spare him part of a Candle of the two sorts he shew’d Mr. Jefferson, Mr: Williamos would be infinitely obliged to him but only in case it does not rob him in the least.

Addressed: His Excellency / Doc: Franklin
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