B. Franklin to Robert Morris. Passy, July 26th, 1781,
Expressing his satisfaction with Mr Morris's appointment.—Difficulties in the situation of a public officer.
B. Franklin to Robert Morris. Passy, July 26th, 1781,
Disposition of the moneys raised in France.
To the Governors of several States. Philadelphia, July 27th, 1781,
Importance of a compliance with the recommendation of Congress for laying an impost on imports.—Answer to the objection, that commerce will not bear the duty.—Error of the notion that the duty should be carried to the account of the State where levied.—The debt cannot be apportioned to the States.—Hopes of the enemy from disunion.
To John Jay. Philadelphia, July 29th, 1781,
Enclosing the above letters to the Governor of Havana and Mr Smith.
To the President of the Council of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, July 30th, 1781,
Financial operation's of Pennsylvania.—Accounts with the United States.—Mr Searle's mission to Holland.