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The New-Haven Gazette and the Connecticut Magazine.Description
[FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN. 1706-1790.] The New-Haven Gazette and the Connecticut Magazine. New Haven: Josiah Meigs, December 13, 1787. No. 43. 4to (264 √ó 218 mm). 8 pp. Tiny holes to first leaf, closed cut to third leaf, some toning, few stains.
FRANKLIN QUOTES RICHARD STEELE ON RELIGION IMMEDIATELY BEFORE SIGNING THE U.S. CONSTITUTION: "... The only difference between our two churches, in the opinion of the certainty of their doctrine, is, the Romish church is infallible and the English church is NEVER IN THE WRONG. "Franklin addressed his speech to the President of the Federal Convention, i.e. George Washington, and expresses the opinion that, although he does "not entirely approve of this constitution at present" it should nevertheless be signed by all members as he doubts any better version is likely and believes a unanimous front should be presented.Condition
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4to (264 √ó 218 mm). 8 pp. Tiny holes to first leaf, closed cut to third leaf, some toning, few stains.