To James Alexander
als: American Philosophical Society
Philada. Augt. 15. 1745
Sir

I return you herewith your Draughts, with a Copy of one of them per Mr. Evans and a few Lines relating to it from him. I wrote to Mr. Parker last Post that they might be got done in Boston by one Turner who is said to be a good engraver. Our only tolerable Engraver here will not undertake the Jobb. And for my own Part I would rather chuse you should get them done there, or by Mr. Evans, than abide by the Proposal I made you: Tho’ I will do them for you with what Dispatch I can, if you conclude on that Method. I have mislaid yours of June 17. and forget what further Explanation you desir’d. I am, Sir, Your most humble Servant

B Franklin

Addressed: To  James Alexander Esqr  at  Perth Amboy
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