The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin · Character
Joseph Breintnal
Philadelphia merchant and member of Franklin's Junto club.
minor
Also known as Breintnal
First appearance: VII: Beginning Business in Philadelphia
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First member of the Junto, a copyer of deeds and lover of poetry.
Joseph Breintnal first appears in 0010 vii beginning business in philadelphia.
In VII: Beginning Business in Philadelphia: First member of the Junto, a copyer of deeds and lover of poetry.
Later, in Business Success and First Public Service: Assists Franklin with producing correct blanks for his stationer's shop.
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