From Jonathan Williams, Jr. (unpublished)
Friday Even’g [April 1783]
Dear and honored Sir

I shall give you pleasure by informing you that the Washington Capt. Barney arrivd at Phila the 12 March. This Carrier by a ship arrived at L’Orient from Virginia which brings no other news.

I suppose you know Mr. Hartly is in Town. I am as ever most dutifully Yours

J Williams

Addressed: A son Excellence / Monsieur Franklin / A / Passy
Endorsed: Payez au Porteur 24 s.
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