[Letter] 1779 Feb. 13, Paris [to Benjamin] Franklin / Caron de Beaumarchais.

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[Letter] 1779 Feb. 13, Paris [to Benjamin] Franklin / Caron de Beaumarchais.

Regrets that the machinations of Mr. Lee has caused him to diminish the performance of his duties and assures Franklin of his esteem; offers to send parcels to America on ships about to leave for Virginia.

[1] leaf ; 23 cm.

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