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Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1781 May 3; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26511
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Expects to arrive at St. Germain on the 10th. The ladies of Passy mistaken in saying he has not "common sense"; is bringing it with him.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; International Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; Finance, Personal--United States; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1781-05-03; 2022

Title: Bancroft, Edward to William Temple Franklin, 1783 July 11; Bancroft, Edward, 1744-1821. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26930
Description: Letter from Edward Bancroft to William Temple Franklin. Hears that the packet "Washington" has arrived at Havre from Philadelphia; wishes to engage passage on her for the return trip. Tells of arrangements he has made for his family in London during his absence.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; International travel; Armed Forces--Officers; Family life--18th century; Bancroft, Edward, 1744-1821; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1783-07-11; 2022

Title: Petrie, Samuel to William Temple Franklin, 1780 March 15; Petrie, Samuel. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25823
Description: Letter from Samuel Petrie to William Temple Franklin. Wishes to know if Dr. Edward Bancroft has returned and if he could convey a letter to Mr. Arthur Lee; invites him and Dr. Franklin to dinner to meet General Bieter and M. Ventades.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Political aspects; Petrie, Samuel; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1780-03-15; 2022

Title: Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de to William Temple Franklin, 1779 September 14; Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25282
Description: Letter from Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette to William Temple Franklin. He may remain in Paris for some time yet; his presence not being required at Havre. Is himself going to a country seat near Havre. Alludes to the Empress of Russia's efforts to effect a reconciliation between the belligerents. The expedition against England is still being considered by the Ministry, but doubts if it will be decided upon.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Political Philosophy; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1779-09-14; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1783 August 19; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26556
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Relating to his embarrassed affairs. Begs him to do all in his power to obtain an "arrêt de suréance" for him from Comte de Vergennes before September 6th. Encloses a letter of three pages from Augustin Morice, of Paris, one of his creditors.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Economy; Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; Finance, Personal--United States; Finance, Public--United States--History--To 1789; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1783-08-19; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1778 September 22; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25344
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Enclosing a letter for Capt. Daniel McNeill. Refers to Capt. Peter Collas and the return of the Brest fleet.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Naval operations, French; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Participation, French; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1778-09-22; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1781 April 2; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25406
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Sending drafts for acceptance.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; International Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; Finance, Personal--United States; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1781-04-02; 2022

Title: Fox, George to William Temple Franklin, 1780 October 12; Fox, George, 1759-1828. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25410
Description: Letter from George Fox to William Temple Franklin. Promises to be more discreet since his letters are subject to examination; acknowledges a letter from Joseph Mayo; asks advice about dress; is desirous of hearing the news from America; encloses a letter for John Foulke; wishes to know William Robeson's plans.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Media; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Fox, George, 1759-1828; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1780-10-12; 2022

Title: Barrington, Richard to an unknown recipient, 1783 January 16; Barrington, Richard. to ------
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26303
Description: Letter from Richard Barrington to an unknown recipient. Abbeville. Is a son of the late General Barrington and served for a time as an ensign in the 3d Regiment of Foot Guards. Has severed his connection with the English army and is living with his mother in France. Wishes to obtain employment in the United States army and offers his services.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Waging the War; Social networks--18th century; Armed Forces--Officers; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--American forces; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--British forces; Armed Forces--Officers; Employment--History--18th century; Barrington, Richard
Date: 1783-01-16; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1781 October 18; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25971
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Accepts Dr. Franklin's approval of his application to M. Jean François Joly de Fleury to furnish supplies. Has no funds belonging to Capt. William Robeson who is considerably in his debt.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Economy; Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Finance, Personal--United States; Household supplies; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1781-10-18; 2022

Title: Hillegas, Michael to Benjamin Franklin, 1781 December 28; Hillegas, Michael, 1729-1804. to Benjamin Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:10725
Description: Michael Hillegas writes a letter of recommendation of a Captain De Frey to Benjamin Franklin.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Philadelphia (Pa.)--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Social life and customs; Social networks--18th century; Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805; Washington, George, 1732-1799; Frey, Joseph-Pierre-Charles, baron de, 1740-1796
Date: 1781-12-28; 2022

Title: Jalouzet to Benjamin Franklin, 1777 August 17; Jalouzet, -----. to Benjamin Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25730
Description: Letter from Jalouzet to Benjamin Franklin. Chatillon. Wishes to know if he could obtain remunerative employment as physician and surgeon in the United States.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; Medical education; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Finance, Personal--United States; Employment--History--18th century; Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Date: 1777-08-17; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1780 February 24; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25494
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Glad to know about the false report, that his uncle John Williams is in London; he is with him, and in proof sends a letter from him; begs that he destroy this report.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Waging the War; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; International travel; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1780-02-24; 2022

Title: Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, Chevalier de to William Temple Franklin, 1778 September 10; Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, Chevalier de, 1723-1788. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:24608
Description: Letter from Agathon Guynement, Chevalier de Kéralio to William Temple Franklin. Is leaving on a tour of inspection of military schools. Requests William Temple Franklin to send him any important news he may receive.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; France--History, Military--18th century; Military history; Kéralio, Agathon Guynement, Chevalier de, 1723-1788; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1778-09-10; 2022

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1781 February 6; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25746
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin.Has written to M. Jacques Necker; cannot unload his ship until he receives a reply. Cannot procure freight for Capt. Joseph Conkling's vessel, the "Whim" at Rochelle.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Economy; Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; International trade--18th century; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1781-02-06; 2022

Title: Cabanis, P. J. G. (Pierre Jean Georges) to William Temple Franklin, 1779 January 16; Cabanis, P. J. G. (Pierre Jean Georges), 1757-1808. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:25567
Description: Letter from Pierre Jean Georges Cabanis. Recommending a steward; messages from Madame Helvétius and himself.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; Cabanis, P. J. G. (Pierre Jean Georges), 1757-1808; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1779-01-16; 2022

Title: Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de (James Le Ray) to William Temple Franklin, 1781 October 6; Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de (James Le Ray), 1760-1841. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26073
Description: Letter from Jacques-Donatien Leray de Chaumont to William Temple Franklin. Preparing a celebration for his mother's feast day. Would like to get some verses from M. [Amé Ambroise Joseph] Feutry for the occasion. Invites William Temple Franklin.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; International Social networks--18th century; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; Chaumont, Jacques-Donatien Leray de (James Le Ray), 1760-1841; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1781-10-06; 2022

Title: Jones, John Paul to William Temple Franklin, 1778 November 16; Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792. to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:24809
Description: Letter from John Paul Jones to William Temple Franklin. Requests him to explain a letter which he encloses. Has received another very kind from the Duke de la Rochefoucauld. Intends to leave for l'Orient shortly; thinks he is an eye-sore to the Marine at Brest.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; United States--Social conditions--18th century; United States--Foreign relations--1775-1783; Finance, Public--United States--History--To 1789; Finance, Personal--United States; Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1778-11-16; 2022

Title: Simon, Joseph to Michael Gratz, 1766-1776; Simon, Joseph
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:14419
Description: 22 collected letters between Alexander Abraham, Michael Gratz, Joseph Simon, and Barnard Gratz. Includes several ledgers and receipts.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Economy; Lived Experience; Social networks--18th century; Colonial companies; Finance, Personal--United States; Jews--United States--History; Simon, Joseph, [1712-1804]; Gratz, Michael, 1740-1811; Gratz, Barnard, 1738-1801; Abraham, Alexander
Date: 1766-1776; 2021

Title: Williams, Jonathan to William Temple Franklin, 1782 January 17; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815.to William Temple Franklin
Identifier(s): apsrevcity:26855
Description: Letter from Jonathan William to William Temple Franklin. Concerning two American prisoners in Havre.; American Philosophical Society
Subject: Lived Experience; Waging the War; Social networks--18th century; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Personal narratives; United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783--Prisoners and prisons; Williams, Jonathan, 1750-1815; Franklin, William Temple, 1760-1823
Date: 1782-01-17; 2022