[1 Benjamin Franklin [1766
Q. Would they do this for a British concern, as
suppose a war in some part of Europe, that did not
affect them?
A. Yes, for any thing that concerned the general
interest. They consider themselves a part of the
whole.
Q. What is the usual constitutional manner of
calling on the colonies for aids?
A. A letter from the Secretary of State?
Q. Is this all you mean; a letter from the Secretary
 of State?
A. 1 mean the usual way of requisition, in a
circular letter from the Secretary of State, by his
Majesty’s command, reciting the occasion, and recomending
 it to the colonies to grant such aids as
became their loyalty, and were suitable to their abilities.

Q. Did the Secretary of State ever write for
money for the crown?
A. The requisitions have been to raise, clothe,
and pay men, which cannot be done without money.
Q. Would they grant money alone, if called on?
A. In my opinion they would, money as well as
men, when they have money, or can make it.
Q. If the Parliament should repeal the Stamp
Act, will the assembly of Pennsylvania rescind their
resolutions?
A. 1 think not.
Q. Before there was any thought of the Stamp
Act, did they wish for a representation in Parliament?

A. No.

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