DAVID HARTLEY TO B. FRANKLIN.
London, July 17th, 1780.
My Dear Friend,
Enclosed I send you a copy of a conciliatory bill,[22] which was proposed in the House of Commons on the 27th of last month. It was rejected. You and I have had so much intercourse upon the subject of restoring peace between Great Britain and America, that I think there is nothing further left to be said upon the subject. You will perceive by the general tenor of the bill, that it proposes a general power to treat. It chalks out a line of negotiation in very general terms. I remain in the sentiments which I ever have, and which I believe I ever shall entertain, viz. those of seeking peace upon honorable terms. I shall always be ready, and most desirous to join in any measures which may facilitate peace.
I am ever your most affectionate,
D. HARTLEY.
TO C. W. F. DUMAS.
Passy, July 26th, 1780.
Dear Sir,