To Benjamin Franklin from Caroline Edes, 12 December 1781
From Caroline Edes
ALS: American Philosophical Society
Wednesday, December the 12th. [1781]5
Sir,
I did not receive your favor dated Monday the 10th:6 till this day at Noon, consequently it was then too late to do myself the honour of waiting on you according to your Appointment. I therefore take the liberty of inclosing Mr Bridgen’s letter, and entreat the favor of your Answer as soon as possible.
I am, with great Respect, Sir, Your most Obedient Servant
Caroline Edes
Addressed: Benjamin Franklin, Esq:
Notation: Edes
[Note numbering follows the Franklin Papers source.]
5. Dated by BF’s answer of the following day.
6. Missing.