Temple's Diary
A Tale of Benjamin Franklin's Family
In the Days Leading up to The American Revolution
May 21, 1775
I am now enrolled in the College for the fall. When they asked for the date of my birth, I hesitated and they left a blank. When they asked for my mother's name, I remained silent and they left another blank. Not a brilliant beginning! I had a quick look at the names of some other boys: Griffith, Witherspoon, Fox, Drummer, Mayo ... Will I find a Caldwell among them, a real good friend who likes me just as I am? Well, I have until October 4 to worry about that.
