From George Washington to Benjamin Franklin, 9 December 1783
Philada 9th Decr 1783
Dr Sir,
Doct: Witherspoon I believe is known to you, consequently it is unnecessary for me to inform you that he is among the most respectable Citizens we have in the United States. Business carries him to Gt Britain, & business or inclination may possibly lead him to France—in which case I persuade myself he will partake of those Civilities and attentions, which you bestow so liberally upon every American. I am &ca
G: Washington
DLC: Papers of George Washington.