Huron Reflector in Norwalk, Ohio

Franklin's life and public work detailed in 18th century tract

A long biographical sketch traces Benjamin Franklin from Boston birth in 1706 to his rise as printer, author, inventor, and statesman. It covers his early schooling, printing career, Poor Richard's Almanac, scientific experiments, organizational roles at the University of Pennsylvania and American Philosophical Society, diplomatic missions, and colonial political influence culminating in plans for colonial unity. The piece also notes his Albany Plan of Union and later public service.