From John Jay
Library of Congress; two al (drafts): Columbia University Library
Madrid 18. April 1781.
Dear Sir

This will be delivered to you by the Baron Giusti, who having been charge des affairs not only of the Emperor, but of the Grand Duke of Tuscany at this Court, is now Returning to Vi-enna. This Gentleman's knowledge and acquirements, exclusive of the Consideration he derives from the Rank & Connections, will I am persuaded, render this Introduction no less pleasing to you, than it will be agreable to him. Tho' my acquaintance with this Gentleman has not been intimate, it nevertheless afforded Enducements to my wishing it more so. I have often regretted the Circumstances which kept us at a Distance, & as often lamented the narrow Constraints which national Etiquette sometimes imposes on liberal Minds. I am, Dear Sir, with sincere Regard and attachment Your most obedient Servant

(signed) John Jay

His Excelly. Dr. Franklin.
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