From John Dickinson (unpublished)
Philadelphia December 22d. 1783
Sir,

Mr. Vernon proposing to return from a Visit to America thro France, and earnestly desiring to have the Honor of your Acquaintance, I cannot forbear complying with the Wishes of a Gentleman recommended by his Politeness and his favorable Dispositions towards this Country I am with the sincerest Esteem Sir, Your most obedient and humble servant

John Dickinson

His Excellency Benjamin Franklin Esquire
Endorsed: John Dickinson 22 Decr. 1783.
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