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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin · Character

Hugh Meredith

Franklin's partner in his first printing business in Philadelphia.

minor

Also known as Meredith

First appearance: v early friends in philadelphia

Hugh Meredith shows up with force in VII: Beginning Business in Philadelphia. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Partners with Franklin in the new printing house, described as honest and sensible but given to drink.
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SKSamuel KeimerWFWilliam FranklinSPStephen PottsRGRobert GraceSVSamuel VernonHMHugh Meredith

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  • Other

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  • Extended Network and Collaborators
  • Rivals and Adversaries
  • Childhood and Financial Ties

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  • Closing

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