1To Benjamin Franklin from John Channing, [on or before 4 September 1778] (Franklin Papers)
ALS : Historical Society of Pennsylvania I Leave A List of Americans who made their Escape from England, myself who had a Leuitnts Commission for the Continental Navy. We are desitute of money for to Repair to America therefore request your assistance and am with Respect Sir Your very humble Servant PS We will wait on yr honor at 9 oClock When BF and JA gave them 10 louis apiece:...
2To Benjamin Franklin from John Channing, 24 August 1778 (Franklin Papers)
ALS : American Philosophical Society The Bearer of this is one of our Particular friends, Capt. Tristram Barnard An American, who has distinguishd himself by his Generossity towards the unhappy Prisoners who have fellen this way. I therefore Recomend him as one Worthy your honors Notice. I am with due Respect, Your honors Most humble Servant Addressed: To / The Honbl. Benm. Franklyn Esqr. /...