From R. Hamilton
ALS: Historical Society of Pennsylvania
<Paris, November 21, 1777, in English: Excuse this trouble from
a young man unknown to you, who has come from London
to consult you about his future. I am a clothier, without the
capital to establish myself in Britain, and have decided to try
America. Enclosed are my thoughts on how to begin wool
manufacture there. If you can find time to look them over
before Sunday morning, I will call on you then. Your approval
will fulfil my highest expectation from the journey; your recommendation
to American acquaintances will virtually assure
my success. As no one has less claim on your favor, so no one
will be more grateful for it.>
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