1From Benjamin Franklin to the Baron de Servières, 8 February 1780 (Franklin Papers)
Copy: Library of Congress I never say or heard of the Book you mention. If such a Work has been published in England, undoubtedly you may obtain it by sending thither for it. Having never lived in that Part of america where Tobacco grows, I know nothing of its Cultivation. If I could give you any material Information on the subject, I should do it readily and chearfully. I have the honour to...