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From Jonathan Williams, 17 November 1778
Williams, Jonathan
JA
From Jonathan Williams, 17 November 1778
Williams, Jonathan
Adams, John
From Jonathan Williams
Sir
Nantes Novr 17. 1778
Jona Williams
1778-11-17
By the Tenor of your Favour of the 8th Instant I apprehend I have committed an Indiscretion. The Satisfaction I feel in contributing to your Pleasure was my only motive and I beg that may be considered as my excuse.
The Rum cost me nothing, I cannot therefore fix a price, but Billy Franklin is my Banker in small affairs and you may settle it with him as you think proper.
I am with great Respect, Sir Your most obedient and most humble Servant