From William Stephens Smith (unpublished)
Westminster Leicester Square 27th. Jany. 1786.
Sir.

Inclosed I have the honor of forwarding to your Excellency, a Letter forwarded from Paris by the Marquis De Lafayette—and one from the Hague which Mr. Adams committed to my care. Permit me to make use of this oppertunity to congratulate your Excellency on your safe return to your Country and friends. I am with the most perfect respect Your Excellency’s Most Obedient Servant

W. S. Smith

His Excellency B. Franklin &c &c &c
Endorsed: Col. Smith 1786
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