From — Hellfriedt
ALS: American Philosophical Society
<Marseilles, February 11, 1778, in English: Letters from unknown
persons must arouse your skepticism; please inquire
about me, therefore, from the bearer. I have commercial proposals
of great importance to lay before you in person, and
am ready to come to Paris as agent for a powerful merchant in
Denmark, who has at his disposal a secure harbour, storehouses,
and the other facilities needed for carrying on trade
with America; more I dare not say until we meet. I am writing
in English to conceal my message from any one who might
see it despite my precautions, and I must insist on the most
absolute secrecy.>
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