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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin · Character

Ebenezer Kinnersley

Friend and collaborator who helped Franklin with electrical experiments.

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Also known as Mr. Kinnersley

First appearance: Scientific Experiments

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Ingenious neighbor encouraged by Franklin to perform electric experiments for money; lectures based on Franklin's notes.
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