They have ever been applied with prudent frugality to the honour and advantage of the public, and the king's immediate service, to the general approbation of the people: the credit of the government has been preserved, and the debts of the public punctually discharged.
Franklin praises the prudent management of public funds, which has maintained government credit and public trust.
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