To Timothy Horsfield
ALS: American Philosophical Society
Fort Allen, Jan. 28. 1756
Dear Sir,

I have the Pleasure to inform you that the 6 Waggons are just arriv’d, and I suppose all right, tho’ I have not yet had time to examine the Contents. Here are 10 Lehi People buzzing me in both Ears while I write, so can only add my Thanks for your Care and Readiness to serve the Province, and am, Dear Sir, Your most obedient Servant

B Franklin

Our Compliments to Mr. Spangenberg and to Mrs. Horsefield and all Friends. Thanks for the Beer, &c. &c.
Timo. Horsefield Esqr.
Two Rifles were sent up per the Commissioners for my Son and me. Pray let me know in your next, if they came to your Hands?
Addressed: To / Timothy Horsefield Esqr / Bethlehem
Dear Sir
There are likewise two Guns an old one by Erwin and another sent by Mr. Hughs for me. I request the Favour of you to take Care of them. I am Sir with Respects to Mrs. Horsfield Yours

Thos. Lloyd

Endorsed: Mr: Franklin
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