The Life of Benjamin Franklin, Illustrated by Tales, Sketches, and Anecdotes

CHAPTER IX.

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Reform of the City Watch. Fire Companies. Rev. Mr. Whitefield. Effects of his Preaching. His Project of building an Orphan House in Georgia. Anecdotes. Franklin's Opinion of him. Franklin's Prosperity. Military Defence of the Province. Formation of Companies. 72