Letter from Thomas Penn to William Smith, Aug. 14, 1754

Description
Relates his satisfaction over the reception Smith received from the Academy and thanks him for his zeal in his endeavors on Penn’s behalf particularly in regard to his advice on the German Schools. Reports on the birth of Penn’s son William, named for the founder, and comments on Smith’s religious “orders.” Marked “Duplicate” and also dated May 14, 1754.
Creator
Penn, Thomas, 1702-1775 (creator)
Smith, William, 1727-1803
Date
1754-08-14
Language
English
Geographic Subject
United States -- Pennsylvania -- Philadelphia
Collection
William Smith Papers (University Archives)
Penn in the Age of Franklin (University of Pennsylvania)
Extent
2 p. (1 leaf) ; 23 cm.
Notes
See full finding aid at: https://archives.upenn.edu/collections/finding-aid/upt50s664/
Physical Location
UPT50 S664 Box 1, Folder 43
Rights
http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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