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On The Marriage And Intermarriage Of The Deaf And Dumb, David Buxton

Deaf Rare Books

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Golden Steps For Youth (Part One), John Mather Austin

Mother Home & Heaven

Fully titled Golden Steps to Respectability, Usefulness, and Happiness: Being a Series of Lectures to Youth of Both Sexes, on Character, Principles, Associates, Amusements, Religion, and Marriage. The author, John Mather Austin, also wrote Voice to Youth, Voice to Married, and more. These "lectures" were originally written as sermons, but were published with the intent for a wider audience of young adults to, "...influence them to honestly, industry, sobriety, and religion." In this first section of the book, Austin discusses the importance of a good reputation, principles, and purpose. He also discusses selecting associates and the importance of forming …

Golden Steps For Youth (Part Two), John Mather Austin

Mother Home & Heaven

Fully titled Golden Steps to Respectability, Usefulness, and Happiness: Being a Series of Lectures to Youth of Both Sexes, on Character, Principles, Associates, Amusements, Religion, and Marriage. The author, John Mather Austin, also wrote Voice to Youth, Voice to Married, and more. These "lectures" were originally written as sermons, but were published with the intent for a wider audience of young adults to, "...influence them to honestly, industry, sobriety, and religion." In this section of the book, Austin writes about the proper approach to religion and the importance and seriousness of marriage.

Letter To Philander Chase, Mary C. Caswell

Philander Chase Letters

Mary Caswell tells her uncle Philander Chase about her life in England. She now has four children, the youngest having been born in December. She asks Chase if an eighth number of Reminiscences has been published yet, as she and her family enjoyed reading them all, particularly the seventh.

The Young Lady's Guide To The Harmonious Development Of Christian Character (Part Two), Harvey Newcomb

Mother Home & Heaven

The Young Lady's Guide to the Harmonious Development of Christian Character is a collection of writings originally written for the author's sister, and published for upper class women, but the author indicates that the, "...greater portion of it is equally suited to any other class." The author did not intend the guide to be a manual, but to bring up various topics that he felt women should consider about life as a Christian woman. This section of the book contains chapters about: "Mental Cultivation- Reading," "Improvement of Time-Obligation," "Christian Activity," "Dress," "Social and Relative Duties," "Marriage," "Submission-Contentment-Dependence," and "Self-Examination."

Letter To Laura Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Philander reflects on the institution of marriage. He also reports on George Chase's impending move to Jubilee and the recent improvement in weather.

Letter To Anna Ingraham, Margaret K.L.

Philander Chase Letters

Margaret K.L. writes to her niece Anna Ingraham apologizing for her lack of correspondence and explains that she has been ill. She then informs Anna of other illnesses among her family and friends, including scarlet fever. She gives Anna advice for marrying a clergyman and tells her to remain pious.

Letter To Mary Olivia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Philander Chase updates his granddaughter Mary Olivia about the state of Jubilee College, as well as news from the family and friends of the Chases.

The Young Lady's Aid To Usefulness And Happiness (Part Two), Jason Whitman

Mother Home & Heaven

The dedication of this volume reads: "To the young ladies of the Park-Street Parish, Portland, Maine, this little volume, originally prepared for their good, and in the form of lectures, delivered in their presence is affectionately dedicated by their friend and pastor." As the dedication indicates, the book was formed from a collection of lectures that have been rewritten as letters. This second portion of the book continues the fifth letter about "Intellectual Improvement." The sixth letter, which is the longest, describes the "Female Influence" upon her household and community, and in particular the possibility that "Females can promote moral …

Sarah Sabina Baker To John Kean, October 28, 1834, Sarah Sabina Baker

Liberty Hall Collection 1830s

Sarah Sabina Baker wrote from New York to John Kean, her son, address not included. John and Julia were invited to the wedding of Julia Palmer, however neither of them would be able to travel to Philadelphia in time. She sent him some items so he would not have to buy them and wanted him not to smoke cigars and look after his health.

People Included: William Palmer, Julia Palmer, Fanny, Julia Ursin Niemcewicz, Mr. Moukor, Christine Biddle, Looe Baker, Mr. Powell, Peter Philip James Kean

Places Included: Westchester County, Newark, NJ

Indenture Of Sarah Sabina Kean And Looe Baker With William Pennington, December 24, 1830, Sarah Sabina Kean, Looe Baker

Liberty Hall Collection 1830s

Prenuptial agreement for Sarah Sabina Kean and Looe Baker. The agreement stated that William Pennington would be the executor of Peter Kean's estate in order to preserve it for the Kean children. It was witnessed by Susan Ursin Niemcewicz.

Indenture, Looe Baker And Sarah Sabina Kean Marriage, December 24, 1830

Liberty Hall Collection 1830s

The following document is an indenture depicting the marriage settlement between Sarah Sabina Kean and Looe Baker.

Letter From Isaac Rawlings To George Sibley, March 17, 1829, Isaac Rawlings

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from Isaac Rawlings to George Sibley, March 17, 1829. Rawlings discusses wanting to marry; becoming mayor of Memphis, Tennessee.

Letter To Intrepid Morse, Mary Steinhauer

Philander Chase Letters

Mary Steinhauer confesses to Intrepid Morse all of her defects.

Peter Van Brugh Livingston To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, March 18, 1820, Peter Van Brugh Livingston Ii

Liberty Hall Collection 1820s

Peter Van Brugh Livingston wrote from Washington D.C. to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his aunt, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. He writes to let Susan know he has become engaged to a Ms. Houston of Georgia and that he thinks Susan would approve of her. He also tells her to tell Peter that he is sorry to hear about Sarah's condition and hopes she recovers soon.

People Included: Peter Philip James Kean, Sarah Sabina Morris Kean, Ms. Houston

Places Included: Georgia, Philadelphia

Permit For Intrepid Morse To Solemnize Marriages In Ohio, Abram J. Mcdawad

Philander Chase Letters

Permit for Intrepid Morse to Solemnize Marriage in Ohio

Susan Niemcewicz To Catherine Marie Le Cuillier De Beaumanoir, Comtesse De La Forest, Circa October 1816, Susan Niemcewicz

Liberty Hall Collection 1810s

Susan Niemcewicz wrote from Ursino near Elizabethtown, New Jersey to Catherine Marie Le Cuillier de Beaumanoir, Comtesse de La Forest, unaddressed (likely Paris, France). Mrs. De La Forest’s particular accounts of herself and family was highly gratifying. Peter Kean followed Mr. De La Forest’s example in that he attended to polite literature and the amusements of agriculture, which would never improve a gentleman’s fortune in this country. Susan took the liberty of introducing her nephew, Mr. Van Brugh Livingston to Mrs. De La Forest, he had gone out with their Minister Mr. Gallitin. Susan’s heart rejoiced at the happy prospect …

William Jay To Peter Kean, March 23, 1813, William Jay

Liberty Hall Collection 1810s

William Jay wrote form Beaford to Peter Kean, his cousin, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabethtown, NJ to congratulate him on his marriage.

People Included: Sutherland, Sarah Sabina Kean

Places Included: New York

The History Of Zoa, The Beautiful Indian, Daughter Of Henrietta De Bellgrave; And Of Rodomond, Whom Zoa Releases From Confinement, And With Him Makes Her Escape From Her Father, Who Was The Occasion Of Rodomond's Imprisonment And Dreadful Sufferings. To Which Is Added The Memoirs Of Lucy Harris, A Foundling, Who, At Sixteen Years Of Age Was Discovered To Be Daughter To The Countess Of B- A True Story, Unknown

Gothic Archive Chapbooks

This story is told by an unnamed narrator to a woman he calls “Madam.” The narrator begins by explaining that Rodomond is the child of his longtime friend, whose untimely death left his three children, including Rodomond, penniless. Consequently, the narrator took the boys under his care, and Rodomond grew into a successful interpreter for the East India Company in Bombay. While there, Rodomond eventually became an enemy of the natives because he demanded fair business practices. One day, Rodomond was kidnapped by five mercenaries for “the banyan,” a powerful local. Luckily, the Banyan’s daughter, Zoa, heard of her father’s …

The True And Affecting History Of Henrietta De Bellgrave; A Woman Born Only For Calamities. Being An Unhappy Daughter, Wretched Wife, And Unfortunate Mother; Containing A Series Of The Most Uncommon Adventures That Ever Befel One Person By Sea And Land, Unknown

Gothic Archive Chapbooks

This narrative is comprised of a letter from Henrietta de Bellgrave to her daughter, Zoa. As Henrietta relates, she was born in France to the daughter of a Baron and the son of a Count. The two married in secret because Henrietta’s mother was bound for a convent, which angered the Baron, who made their early marriage so uncomfortable that Henrietta’s father was compelled to accept a position as the governor of Iranadad, a colony in the East Indies. On the voyage there, their boat is attacked by pirates, only nearly saved by an English ship bound for Bombay. After …

Joseph Perovany And Jessey Perovany To Julian Niemcewicz, December 10, 1801, Joseph Perovany, Jessey Perovany

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Joseph and Jessey Perovany wrote from Havana, Cuba to Julian U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Joseph Perovany informed Julian Niemcewicz that his wife’s occupation did not allow her the pleasure of responding to his kind letter to her. She was so tired during the day that in the evening she could not do anything. Wrote several times to Mrs. Kean [Susan Livingston Kean Niemcewicz] but did not receive a response. Both he and Jessey were delighted with Julian and Susan’s union. Discussed articles of trade and the economy. Perovany’s work in the theatre was going well but was having …

Julian U. Niemcewicz To Susan U. Niemcewicz, November 14, 1801, Julian U. Niemcewicz

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Julian Niemcewicz in New York, NY wrote to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, NJ. Due to not being able to settle certain financial business, Julian had to stay in the city for a day longer than he anticipated. Additionally, he claimed that if had came to town on Thursday or Friday, he would have been able to purchase shares of a valuable bread company that sold out before his arrival. He then briefly informed Susan on the status of friends and family in the city and let her know where he stayed and how he spent some of his time.

S. Sartre To Susan Niemcewicz, April 9, 1801, S. Sartre

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

S. Sartre wrote to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The kind and motherly affection Susan had always shown Mary Livingston made it Sartre’s duty to be the first to acquaint Susan with their marriage. Had he not been overruled by the most urgent reasons to keep it a secret, he would have asked for Susan’s consent first. Wished Susan continued her affection towards his wife, Mary.

People mentioned: Mary Livingston

Catherine Church To Susan U. Niemcewicz, July 5, 1800, Catherine Church

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Catherine Church wrote to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Church expressed her and her friends’ sincere interest in Susan’s partnership with Julian Niemcewicz. Hoped for Susan’s felicity and that of her esteemed partner. Noted that Susan did not fix her residence closer to Church and their mutual friends, but supposed Susan would visit soon. Expressed well wishes and friendship to both Susan and Julian.

Ledoux Caradeuse To Susan Kean, July 3, 1800, Ledoux Caradeuse

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

LeDoux Caradeuse wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Caradeuse asked Susan to confirm her marriage to Julian Niemcewicz. This letter is written in French.

Copy Of Julian And Susan U. Niemcewicz Marriage Certificate, July 2, 1800

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is a copy of a marriage certificate between Julian Niemcewicz and Susan Kean. Witnesses present include C.B. Dayton, W. Dayton, Jane Chandler, E. C. Dayton, Mary G. Hobart, Jane T. Dayton, and Peter J. Kean.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, February 28, 1797, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote to Susan Kean, his aunt, address not included. He wrote that he was happy to have heard from Betsy Bayard that that Susan had recovered from her illness and that Peter was doing well. He hoped that she had received his letter that was enclosed with Mrs. R. Box about his recent change of life. This possibly refers to a marriage as he then wrote that "Mrs. B begs you will accept her kindest love". He asked that when she saw his Indies family (presumably the Ricketts) that she give them his love and mentioned …

Robert Barnwell To John Kean, Circa December 1789, Robert Barnwell

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Robert Barnwell wrote to John Kean, unaddressed. Barnwell informed Kean that they were busy in their melancholy preparations for the “Columbia penance” and believed he would set out for Columbia in a fortnight. Most inconvenient will be the tax bill and an Act respecting their paper medium. Did not doubt that the general want of accommodation will cause the investigation of private businesses. The Act would be an installment of the debt and make one-third payable while the remainder would be payable for the ensuing years. Mr. Geurard took his disposition to the “land of shades.” He was on his …

Lewis William Otto To Susan Kean, June 23, 1789, Lewis William Otto

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Lewis William Otto wrote from New York to Susan Kean,his sister-in-law, address not included. Mr. Houston had told him about in room in the house in Beaufort which Susan and her husband John called "Mr. Otto's room". He regretted that he was unable to visit them, but his stay in America is still uncertain. Robert Barnwell was leaving for South Carolina, the two became better antiquated while in Elizabethtown. Eliza Otto is growing, but according to Mr. Houston, Peter Kean is bigger. Mrs. Bell's sister died, Lewis said she died of a broken heart caused by the "infamous conduct of …

Beaumanoir De Laforest To Susan Kean, June 29, 1789, Beaumanoir De Laforest

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Beaumanoir De Laforest wrote from New York to Susan Kean, her friend, address not included. She was concerned for John Kean's health and hoped that all was well in Beaufort. She gave updates about all their friends and associates in New York. She wrote how she still felt like a stranger in America and could not adjust to some of the customs. She was planning a trip to the country to see one of her relations there, going to Bethlehem, the Falls, Newark, and then Elizabethtown to see Lady Christine. There were rumors that General Clarkson was to marry Susan …