Was informed that he was still embarrassed in his money affairs. Advises him to return to America; can see no necessity of his staying in Paris any longer. Is willing to lend him more money to pay off his debts, on condition that he returns to America.
Sunsbury, Pennsylvania. Is the daughter of John Croker and was once at Franklin's house when she was little; is at least a head taller since the receipt of Franklin's letter.
Announcing a celebration to take place on January 14, celebrating the birth of the dauphin and restoration of the queen. Will include a concert, a banquet, a reading, a comedy, etc.
Passy. Acknowledging his favor of the 8th inst. Thinks maladies caused by obstruction may be helped by electricity; doubts the existence of animal magnetism; fears the new method will prove a delusion.; Printed in Works (Sparks, X, 75; Bigelow, VIII, 460) and in Hale's Franklin in France, II, 293.
Charleston. Congratulations on his safe return and on his devoted services to his country. His friendship for her late husband [Peter Timothy]; has brought up her son to be worthy of the illustrious name he bears; would have sent him to see Franklin had the season not been so far advanced.
General physical description: A.L.S. 1p.
Marseilles. Enclosing a letter from his friend, M. Jean Antes; and will send a packet of music from him upon the first opportunity; will be flattered to be made use of in any way. (In French.)
General physical description: A.L.S. 2p.
London. Arrival of Mr. [Samuel] Jennings with Franklin's letter of recommendation; the young gentleman's fame for painting had already preceded him; will give him every assistance in his power. News of his family. Mr. [Caleb] Whitefoord's desire to hear from Franklin.
General physical description: A.L.S. 1p.
Baltimore. Still in a state of suspense as to the fate of her husband; has received, from London, a denial of the reported catastrophe. Account of her children. Her friendship with Madame Lenox. (In French.)
