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Journal Of The Convention, Begun And Held At The Capitol In The Town Of Frankfort, On Monday The Twenty-Second Day Of July, In The Year Of Our Lord One Thousand, Seven Hundred And Ninety-Nine., Kentucky Constitutional Convention (1799)

Constitutional Conventions

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Signal-Book For The Ships Of War, Henry Edles

Special Collections (Miscellaneous)

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Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, December 25, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg informed Susan of a draft of money he enclosed as well as the status of her cash orders. Discussed the Legislature being in session and that Mr. Tilghman had been so busy attending Court that did not tend to Mr. Meade’s business yet. Mentioned the dividends for the insurance company and Susan’s shares. Mrs. Rinker passed away and Risberg selected a weekly publication for the amusement of Peter – the price was two dollars per annum.

Georgia Constitution Of 1798 As Amended Through 1857, State Of Georgia

Current and Historical Georgia Constitutions & Related Materials

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Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, December 13, 1798, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustavus enclosed the rent money. People included: Willing. Place included: New York.

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.

An Enquiry Whether The Act Of Congress Entitled "In Addition To The Act, Entitles An Act For The Punishment Of Certain Crimes Against The United States," Generally Called The Sedition Bill, Is Unconstitutional Or Not, William Nelson

Faculty Publications

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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.

Georgia Constitution Of 1798 As Amended Through 1849, State Of Georgia

Current and Historical Georgia Constitutions & Related Materials

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An Act For Indemnifying Governors, Lieutenant Governors, And Persons Acting As Such, In The West India Islands, Who Have Permitted The Importation And Exportation Of Goods And Commodities In Foreign Bottoms.

British Parliamentary Acts

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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.

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.

An Act To Amend An Act, Passed In The Twenty-Seventh Year Of His Present Majesty's Reign, Intituled, An Act For Allowing The Importation And Exportation Of Certain Goods, Wares, And Merchandize...

British Parliamentary Acts

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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.

An Act To Continue Several Laws Relating To The Granting A Bounty On Certain Species Of British And Irish Linens Exported, And Taking Off The Duties On The Importation Of Foreign Raw Linen Yarns Made Of Flax...

British Parliamentary Acts

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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.