1To Benjamin Franklin from [Louis Dupas?] de Vallenais, 10 January 1777 (Franklin Papers)
ALS : American Philosophical Society As you was very busy this morning, when I have been to present my respects to you: I would not be so bold as to disturb you; though I intended confering with you before my departure. Mr. de Chaumont’s Ship in which I was to embark has lately set sail; but I know there are several others ready to sail in two or three weeks time. They are directed to Mr....