From Richard Speakman
als: American Philosophical Society
Gand [Ghent] 12 July 1779
Sir

I am a Native of America & am now waiting at this place— with my Wife & Children for an Opportunity to Return—but being at a loss how to find the most Eligible way—& as an American Subject—hope your Excellency will point out the most adviseable method to pursue & also to send a passport for travelling to the place your Excellency advises us to go to—

I am Yr Excellencys most Obedt Hble servt

Richd Speakman
son of Tho Speakman formerly of Boston
Carpenter
Please to Direct for me Chez Monsr Everad près la petite Bucherie Au Gand
Addressed: A— / His Excellency Doctor Franklin / A— / Paris
Notation: Carpenter Gand 12. july 1779.
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