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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 …

Sarah Ricketts To Susan Kean, June 4, 1789, Sarah Ricketts

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Sarah Ricketts wrote to her sister, Susan Kean, address not included. The first 8 pages of the letter are no longer with pages 9-11. She wrote updating Susan on their family and friends. She mentioned that Mr. B was in bad debt and would have to do something or else he would go to jail, according to their father Peter Van Brugh Livingston. Robert Barnwell had been staying with them but left to go to J.R. Livingston's wedding to Eliza McEvers, then he would go to Mr. B's and then stay with them the Ricketts again until he left for …

Margaret Livingston To John Kean, March 31, 1789, Margaret Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Margaret Livingston wrote from Cleremont to John Kean, addressed to Beaufort, SC. she had received his letter and the oranges he sent and expressed her gratitude. she was also glad that he, Susan, and their son arrived safely as there was a big storm the day after they left New York which caused everyone to fear for their safety. Her daughter Alida Livingston married General Armstrong and all Margaret's children except Johnny were there.

Daniel Huger To Susan Kean, February 10, 1789, Daniel Huger

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Daniel Huger wrote from Charleston to Susan Kean, address not included. He wrote that he hoped to visit her and John Kean, her husband before deaprting for New York, but was not sure if that would be possible. He shared news of several weddings including, Alida Livingston and General Armstrong, Mrs. General Scott and Mr. Miers, and Mr. C. Apthorp's second daughter and Dr. Williamson. He also wrote that Mrs. Jarvis died and Charlotte White had consumption.

Samuel Wilcox To John Kean, October 1, 1788, Samuel Wilcox

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Samuel Wilcox wrote from Hartford to John Kean, addressed to New York. Wilcox recently married Miss Falcott and the two were heading down to Carolina in the fall. He said that they would be in New York in 12 days and try to sail down with John Kean.

Lewis William Otto To John Kean, March 18, 1787, Lewis William Otto

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Lewis William Otto wrote from New York to John Kean, addressed to Beaufort, SC. He shared his excitement over his recent marriage to Elizabeth Livingston, John's sister-in-law and said that his wife, Susan Kean, and Sarah Ricketts were all very excited to see John soon. He also briefly discussed politics and John's reelection as a delegate from South Carolina.

John Kean To Susan Livingston, September 27, 1786, John Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Kean wrote to Susan Livingston, address not included. He wrote the letter on the morning of their wedding and said that it was the happiest day of his life and he had had the ring altered and hoped she would like it.

John Kean To Susan Livingston, C. 1786 (14), John Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Kean wrote from an unknown location to Susan Livingston in Hanover Square, NY. Relatives of Susan had recently gotten married and John explained what beautiful time of year it must be for such an event. John jokingly asked Susan if he could be her novice and learn from her polite and well mannered ways. This item is not dated.

Poem, Sir Philip Sidney's Ourania, Nathaniel Baxter, Jay Looney

Early Visions Bucket

"Nathaniel Baxter, born in Colchester, Essex, received his Master's degree from Magdalen College, Oxford, in 1577. Following his time at Oxford, Baxter held several posts in the church, including warden of St. Mary's College, Youghal, Ireland, where he probably knew Edmund Spenser. ... In 1606 Baxter published his most notable work, excerpted here, Sir Philip Sydneys Ourania, That Is, Endimions Song and Tragedie Containing All Philosophie (1606).