what publication did ben franklin buy from his former bo
Franklin bought his share of the business and became the sole owner. On October 2, 1729 Franklin seized the opportunity to purchase the Pennsylvania Gazette from his former boss, Samuel Keimer. Under Franklin The Gazette became the most successful newspaper in the colonies. Another successful publication that brought wealth to Franklin was Poor Richardâs Almanak. It was published continuously from 1732 to 1758. However, the most profitable business was becoming the official printer of Pennsylvania in 1730 and of New Jersey in 1740. Franchise. By the early 1730s Franklin wanted to expand his business beyond Philadelphia. His idea was to expand by promoting his best workers and setting them up with a printing shop.