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Geroge Washington... France notes Ben Franklin's death...
Geroge Washington... France notes Ben Franklin's death...
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September 15, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 15, 1790 A pg. 3 report from Philadelphia says that: "...the President, during his...stay...received every mark of respect...and affection...the pulbick...could demonstrate. Mentions the elegant fete Champetre given to his amiable consort and family...on the banks of the Schuykill..." and that: "...the President [then] proceeded on his journey to his seat in Virginia."
Also word that the National Assembly of France mourned the death of Franklin for three days. Also word that Dartmouth College gave an honorary Doctor of Laws degree to Alexander Hamilton.
Complete in four pages with lite scattered foxing, otherwise in nice condition.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's