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Land Deed, North Carolina, 5 December 1798, Author Unknown

Personal and Business Correspondence, 1821-1840 (Series 1.1)

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Land Deed, North Carolina, 5 December 1798, Author Unknown

Personal and Business Correspondence, 1821-1840 (Series 1.1)

No abstract provided.

Unknown Person To George Meade, Circa November 1798

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

An unknown correspondent wrote to George Meade, unaddressed. This letter is a copy sent to George Meade and appears to be written by Susan Kean, although it is not in her hand. The unknown correspondent reiterated the legal dispute between Meade and Susan Kean regarding the waterway issue in Susan’s backyard of her home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

George Van Brush Brown To Susan Kean, October 31, 1798, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Linlithgow, Scotland to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Brown informed Susan that he took up the sword once more and was stationed at Ayr, Scotland. He remained there with his regiment until the beginning of October. Mrs. B. and their daughter, Elizabeth, stayed with him for a few weeks in Ayr and were at present with him. Brown also discussed how four men in his regiment were married. Spoke highly of Peter Kean, asked about Betsey McIntosh, and requested to be remembered by his uncles.

George Meade To Susan Kean, October 18, 1798, George Meade

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Meade in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, Elizabeth Town, NJ. This letter informed Susan about the ongoing difficulties concerning the flow of water in to George Meade's yard and ice house. People included: Mrs. Meade, Miss Meade, Mr. Ketland, Mrs. Ketland, Peter Kean.

Jessey Perovany To Susan Kean, October 1, 1798, Jessey Perovany

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Jessey Pervonay wrote from Germantown, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Pervonay informed Susan that she left Mrs. Capron’s three months prior and Capron refused to pay her even though she knew Pervonay was leaving. Mr. Perovany spoke highly of the famous portrait artist John Smart who praised his artistic skills and claimed Italy could not produce a better artist. However, Mr. Perovany could not make any money; they were starving and she was breeding and very sick. Mr. Perovany developed a violent fever but was recovering. He would be leaving for Havana soon for work, which would …

John Faucheraud Grimké To Susan Kean, September 13, 1798, John Faucherand Grimké

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Faucheraud Grimké in Charleston, SC wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Grimké wrote concerning the Santee Canal Co. shares and how another payment would be necessary. The engineer in charge made poor calculations. People included: Peter Kean, Mr. Smith. Places included: Santee Canal.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, August 10, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. This letter has two different dates. On August 10, 1798, Gisberg informed Susan that Mr. G. Willing paid the last quarter’s rent and he enclosed a draft of a remittance for one hundred and ninety dollars. Willing decided to postpone the papering of Susan’s home until the fall. Painting was completed for thirty-two dollars. Nothing had been done regarding Susan’s claim against Mr. Meade regarding the waterway. Mentioned that the profits of the North American Insurance Company were inconsiderable and no dividend could be made as a …

Elizabeth Livingston To Susan Kean, August 2, 1798, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Elizabeth Livingston in Union Hill wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. The letter discussed family issues and Elizabeth regretted not being able to see Peter. People mentioned: Peter Kean, Eliza Barclay. Places mentioned: New York, Philadelphia, West Chester, Elizabeth Town.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, August 1, 1798, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Holmes, Kilmarnock, North Britain to Susan Kean, Elizabethtown, New Jersey [New York]. Brown had not heard from Susan in a while and was losing hope in ever hearing from her again. Desired to introduce Susan to his baby daughter and his wife. The small pox went vastly well away. Had to remain in Holmes until the war was over. Mentioned the death of Mr. Bayard.

Philip Livingston To Susan Kean, June 1798, Philip Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Philip Livingston wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Livingston informed Susan that she should immediately draw for her balance, lest he be out of town. Suggested she write to Mr. Lucena about the Bill for he had never heard of it.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, June 19, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustav wrote to Susan stating that Mr. Willing would not pay more than 225 pounds per year for renting the house. People included: Mr. Willing.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, June 10, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Willing demanded a lowering of rent and that repairs be made to the house. The African-American woman remained on the estate and promised to pay back rents. Gustav hoped that war was to be averted as to avoid Peter needing to endure it. People included: Mr. Willing, Capt. Stiles, James Fisher, R. Bostock. Places included: Capt. Stiles Estate, Dayton House.

Letter, From S. Vincent To An Unidentified Royal Naval Officer In France, June 7, 1798, J. Vincent

Todd A. Herring Archival Collection

This handwritten letter, written in script and dated June 7, 1798, is addressed to a royal navy officer requesting service to deliver ""His Majesty's"" store ships to the King's Naval store houses.

Letter To Dudley And Alice Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Philander tells his parents he will be traveling to New York on a new assignment and asks them to send money so that he may purchase a horse and supplies.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, May 30, 1798, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Holmes, Kilmarnock, North Britain to Susan Kean, his aunt, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. His wife, Elizabeth, had recently had a baby girl also named Elizabeth. He wrote that both mother and child were well, but the baby had begun to have toothaches and was waking up in the night. He wrote that his American friends were the worst correspondents he had often going months without letters from them. He asked for Peter Kean, Susan's son to write him soon. He would be entering the Scotch Militia, but he did not expect them to …

John Walker To James Brown, May 29, 1798, John Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Walker wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. He wrote about various materials and goods being send to facilitate a settlement. He also talks about the crops he planted at his plantation and wishes he planted more.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, May 28, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustav wrote about the rental business and the possibility of war. This included a desire by Mr. Willings to paint and paper the house. There was a decline in rents and he anticipated the further decline of rents if war broke out because of the loss of shipping. People included: Mr. Simpson, Mr. Willings, Mr. Morris, Peter Kean, Mrs. R. Places mentioned: New York, Debtors Department, N. A. Land Company, Turnpike.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, May 17, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustav discussed the issue of rent and the water course. People included: Mr. E. Tilghman, Mr. Meade, Peter Kean.

Santee Canal Stock, May 11, 1798, John Faucheraud Grimké

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Faucheraud Grimké wrote to Susan Kean concerning the Santee Canal Stock and other assets from the John Kean estate. The Santee Canal was located in South Carolina.

People included: Josiah Smith, John Kean, and Santee Canal Company.

This document was likely sent with the letter from John Faucheraud Grimké to Susan Kean, May 1, 1798.

John Grimké To Susan Kean, May 11, 1798, John Faucheraud Grimké

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Faucheraud Grimké, in Charleston, SC, wrote to Susan Niemcewicz, unaddressed. Grimké responded to Susan's letter requesting the disposal of the South Carolina loan office certificate. This letter discussed Santee Canal and Catawaba Company shares.

People included: Mr. Smith, Mrs. Grimké, John Kean. Places included: South Carolina, Santee Canal, Catawaba Company.

This was likely sent with the document by John Faucheraud Grimké, May 1, 1798.

Philip Livingston And Susan Kean, April 12, 1798, Philip Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Philip Livingston and Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. This was a balance statement.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, March 26, 1798, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Holmes, Kilmarnock, North Britain to Susan Kean, his aunt, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. His wife, Elizabeth Brown, had given birth to a little girl also named Elizabeth. George wrote that the next daughter should be named Mary after his mother. He mentioned having hear from Betsy Bayard that Susan was not in Elizabeth Town. He thought it best that Peter in the winter still exercise as much as the distance between Sarah Ricketts's house and town. He wanted to come visit everyone in America with his family but said he could not until …

Tapray To Susan Kean, March 25, 1798, Tapray

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Mrs. Taprav wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. This was a thank-you note. People included: Mrs. Ricketts, Mrs. Livingston.

Susan Kean To John Grimké, March 3, 1798, Susan Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Susan Kean in Elizabeth Town, NJ wrote to Judge Grimké, unaddressed. Susan wrote to Grimké about Santee and Catawba as per in relation to the Kean estate. There was another draft letter for Mrs. Josiah Smith of Charleston. People mentioned: John Kean, Mr. Dayton, Philip Livingston, Mr. B. Places included: New York, Charleston, SC.

Letter To Dudley And Alice Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Letter from Philander Chase to his father regarding a possible appointment as clergyman.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, February 11, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Gustav wrote about Mrs. Kean's income. The letter mentioned the rent and balance. An African-American woman pleaded for help because her husband was seemingly lost at sea. People included: Edward Tilghman, Mr. Simpson, Mr. Pinket, Barrow, George Willing, Peter. Places included: New York.

John Faucheraud Grimké To Susan Kean, February 3, 1798, John Faucherand Grimké, Josiah Smith

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Faucheraud Grimké wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Grimké discussed developments concerning the Santee Canal. This is written on the back of the letter from Josiah Smith who wrote about obtaining authorization for selling South Carolina loan certificates. People included: Mr. Josiah Smith, Mr. Barnwell, John Kean. Places included: Santee Canal.

Jessey Perovany To Susan Kean, January 1798, Jessey Perovany

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Jessey Perovany wrote to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Perovany informed Susan of Mrs. Capron’s terrible situation. She had recently finished the novel Camilla and was moving on to The Italian. Perovany transcribed one of her favorite parts in the novel. Shared news on family and mutual acquaintances and wrote fondly of Peter. In the postscript, Perovany shared that she was married on New Year’s Day and passed along compliments to Mrs. Armstrong, Miss Ramsay, Miss Gordon, and Mrs. Dayton.

Susan Kean And William Dayton, January 6, 1798, Susan Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

William Dayton wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Dayton listed expenses made on Susan's behalf. People included: Peter Kean. Place included: New York.