From Benjamin Franklin to Woestyn frères, 20 April 1779
To Woestyn frères9
Copy: Library of Congress
Passy April 20 1779
Gentlemen
I am very sensible of the Honor you propose to do me in the naming of your Vessel; to which I have but this Objection, that I cannot merit it by taking a Part in the Enterprize. I have communicated your Scheme to some of my Friends; But they are already engaged in such Undertakings as far as they chuse to be. I shall however try some others, and I most heartily wish you all the Success imaginable.
I have the Honor to be &c
Messrs. Voestyn (Dunkirk)
[Note numbering follows the Franklin Papers source.]
9. In answer to their requests of March 20 and April 16; see above, under March 20.