Letter from William Smith to Richard Peters, June 17, 1763

Creator:

Smith, William, 1727-1803 (creator)

Name:

Peters, Richard, 1704-1776

Date:

1763-06-17

Description:

Smith received Peters’ letter from April 28th and is touched by its affection. If it were not for Peters’ support, and that of a few others, Smith would not have much incentive to return to Philadelphia which he describes as an unthankful place. Some are suspicious of the Brief gatherers but Smith is not apprehensive as all accounts will be published and therefore verifiable. Smith thinks he may set sail for America in August but it could very well be the following August. He seeks news from Peters on when the Trustees will conclude his mission successful and permit his return. Smith is anxious to avoid a dangerous winter journey having done this twice already.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

2 p. (1 leaf); 37 cm.

Geographic Subject:

United States -- Pennsylvania -- Philadelphia

Rights:

https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Notes:

See full finding aid at: https://archives.upenn.edu/collections/finding-aid/upt50s664/

Physical Location:

UPT50 S664 Box 2, Folder 79

Collection:

William Smith Papers (University Archives); Penn in the Age of Franklin (University of Pennsylvania)