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William Stephens To John Kean, October 31, 1794, William Stephens Oct 1794

William Stephens To John Kean, October 31, 1794, William Stephens

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

William Stephens wrote from Savannah, Georgia, to John Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Stephens informed Kean that he enclosed a bill of exchange for $428 remitted to him from Mr. Barnwell in part of the debt against the Estate of William Deveaux. Mr. Bevan will not give what Kean asked for Barbers Islands, suggested selling for £200. Wercat’s Counsel did not give him advice on Kean paying the amount of his demand. Stephens asked for news on John Jay.


B. Walker To General Jackson, October 13, 1794, B Walker Oct 1794

B. Walker To General Jackson, October 13, 1794, B Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

B. Walker in New York wrote to General Jackson, addressed to Boston. This letter discussed financial issues. People included: Mr. [LaRochr], Mr. Harrison. Places included: New York, Boston.


Susan Kean Notes On "Man-Servants Work", 1794, Susan Kean Sep 1794

Susan Kean Notes On "Man-Servants Work", 1794, Susan Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

A lost written by Susan Kean detailing what work is to be done by the servant each day for the week. On the back are written several notes about money Susan paid to Mrs. Primmer for services such as washing.


T. Willing To John Kean, September 9, 1794, Thomas Willing Sep 1794

T. Willing To John Kean, September 9, 1794, Thomas Willing

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Thomas Willing wrote to John Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Willing [President of the First Bank of the United States] informed Kean [First Cashier of the Bank of the United States] that the Cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania called upon him to tell him that they should draw on them for $100,000. As Kean was indisposed, Willing asked the Cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania if they would delay the transaction for two or three days. They agreed to defer it.


General Jackson To Master Knox Thru Peter L. Dupont, September 26, 1794, Peter L. Duport Sep 1794

General Jackson To Master Knox Thru Peter L. Dupont, September 26, 1794, Peter L. Duport

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Peter L. Duport in Boston wrote that General Jackson paid in full to Master Knox, addressed to Hingham. Peter Duport acknowledged the receipt of two pounds sixteen shillings from General Jackson. People included: Master Knox. Places included: Boston, Hingham.


John Charles Lucena To John Kean, September 24, 1794, John Charles Lucena Sep 1794

John Charles Lucena To John Kean, September 24, 1794, John Charles Lucena

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Charles Lucena wrote from London, England to John Kean, unaddressed. Lucena informed Kean of the balance of his house and wanted the remainder to be invested in sundry articles. Hoped Kean was pleased with the glass he sent as it was the best made in London, see “Statement Neale & Bailey with Lucena Crawford” for the items sent to Kean. Lucena expressed happiness that an adjustment would be the result of Mr. Jay’s mission to London. Discussed the tumultuous war and feared Holland would soon experience the confusion and distress of negotiations.


William Stephens To John Kean, September 3, 1794, William Stephens Sep 1794

William Stephens To John Kean, September 3, 1794, William Stephens

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

William Stephens wrote from Savannah, Georgia to John Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Stephens updated Kean on Mr. Wereats’ claim against him in that Wereats’ agent had not been informed of Kean’s discharging his demand. Once done, Wereats would have no choice but to enter satisfactory on the unrighteous judgment. Stephens also mentioned his purchase of Barber’s lands and asked Kean if he would be willing to sell his wharf lot. The weather was wet and disagreeable for a while and destroyed their crops. General Clark and his adherents continued to encamp on Indian Grounds. The Treaty of New York, along …


Thomas M. Randolf To James Brown, August 19, 1794, Thomas M. Randolph Aug 1794

Thomas M. Randolf To James Brown, August 19, 1794, Thomas M. Randolph

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Thomas M. Randolph at Monticello, VA wrote to James Brown, unaddressed. Randolph received a bill larger than he hoped because the accommodation costs during a trip exceeded expectations. People included: Mr. Burton. Places included: Richmond, New York.


St. George Tucker To Unknown Person, August 13, 1794, St. George Tucker Aug 1794

St. George Tucker To Unknown Person, August 13, 1794, St. George Tucker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

St. George Tucker in Williamsburg, VA wrote to Unknown Person, unaddressed. This was a cover letter for a draft of 25 pounds. People included: Micajah Crew, William Nelson. Places included: York, Hanover.


John Page To Unknown Person, August 1, 1794, John Page Jul 1794

John Page To Unknown Person, August 1, 1794, John Page

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Page in Rosewell, VA wrote to an unknown male, unaddressed. John Page wanted to settle accounts with the receiver by the post to Yorktown's postmaster. This letter discussed the financial transactions, including Page's payment to Commodore Nicholson. People included: Mr. Kenedy, Mr. Charlton, Mr. Shedden, Mr. Burton, Commodore Nicholson, Mr. Maxwell. Places included: York Town, Virginia, London, New York.


Robert Barnwell To John Kean, July 22, 1794, Robert Barnwell Jul 1794

Robert Barnwell To John Kean, July 22, 1794, Robert Barnwell

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Robert Barnwell wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to John Kean, unaddressed. Barnwell enquired about Kean and his family and in turn, offered information on their mutual correspondents from South Carolina. Barnwell also discussed his Indigo crops, leasing a great thicket of lands in Georgia, and the French Revolution. Barnwell extended his greetings to Mrs. Kean and Peter Kean.


John Walker To James Brown, July 21, 1794, John Walker Jul 1794

John Walker To James Brown, July 21, 1794, John Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Walker in Belvoir, VA wrote to James Brown, addressed to James Brown, Richmond, VA. This letter detailed issues concerning commerce in Virginia. One item in particular of interest were nails. People included: Col. Bell, Gravis. Places included: Charlotte, Richmond.


Statement Neale & Bailey With Lucena Crawford, July 15, 1794 Jul 1794

Statement Neale & Bailey With Lucena Crawford, July 15, 1794

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

This document is a receipt of items purchased from Neale & Bailey, Cut Glass, Lustre & Girandole Makers to His Majesty. The receipt lists items such as wine glasses, goblets, cream bowls, and candle sticks. Lucena Crawford’s name is handwritten on top of the manuscript.


Recipes For Sugar Cakes, Loaf Cakes, And Soap, Circa 1700s Jul 1794

Recipes For Sugar Cakes, Loaf Cakes, And Soap, Circa 1700s

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

The following document contains recipes for Sugar Cakes, Loaf Cakes, and Soap. This document is undated.


Partial Recipe, Circa 1700s Jul 1794

Partial Recipe, Circa 1700s

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

The following document is a partial recipe. This document is undated.


Recipe For Eau De Coing, Circa 1700s Jul 1794

Recipe For Eau De Coing, Circa 1700s

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

The following document is a recipe for Eau de Coing. This document is undated.


Partial Recipes For Currant Shrub, Honey Mead, And Crab Apples, Circa 1700s Jul 1794

Partial Recipes For Currant Shrub, Honey Mead, And Crab Apples, Circa 1700s

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

The following document contains partial recipes for Currant Shrub, Honey Mead, and Crab Apples. This document is undated.


Daniel Huger To Susan Kean, July 6, 1794, Daniel Huger Jul 1794

Daniel Huger To Susan Kean, July 6, 1794, Daniel Huger

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Daniel Huger wrote from Perth Amboy, New Jersey to Susan Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It gave Huger great pleasure to hear from Mrs. Ricketts that Susan, John Kean, and Peter planned to spend time with him in Perth Amboy. He informed Susan that beef mutton, lamb, veal, ducks, geese, fowls, chickens, eggs, butter, excellent cream cheeses, blackfish, sea bass, lobsters, and crabs could all be had there. Also informed Susan of the cost of servants. Hoped that Mr. and Mrs. Heard and Mr. And Mrs. Bingham were part of the party. A packet for passengers went regularly twice a week …


John Walker To James Brown, July 5, 1794, John Walker Jul 1794

John Walker To James Brown, July 5, 1794, John Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Walker in Belvoir to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. This letter discussed the shipping and trade of a variety of goods. People included: [Caslot], Mr. Kintosh. Places included: Richmond.


Philip Livingston To John Kean, July 2, 1794, Philip Livingston Jul 1794

Philip Livingston To John Kean, July 2, 1794, Philip Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Philip Livingston wrote to his brother in-law, John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. He discussed various issues surrounding his stocks and dividends. Philip ended the letter by sending his love to his sister and John's wife, Susan, and their son, Peter.


A.I. Dallas To Edward Tilghman, June 23, 1794, A.I Dallas Jun 1794

A.I. Dallas To Edward Tilghman, June 23, 1794, A.I Dallas

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

A.I. Dallas wrote to Edward Tilghman, unaddressed. The included a judgment in Georgia amounted to $2,576.65. Places included: Georgia.


An Act For Supplying Such Of The French Islands, As May Be In His Majesty's Possession, With The Several Sorts Of Corn, Meal, Flour, And Biscuit, Necessary For The Maintenance Of The Inhabitants Of The Said Islands. Jun 1794

An Act For Supplying Such Of The French Islands, As May Be In His Majesty's Possession, With The Several Sorts Of Corn, Meal, Flour, And Biscuit, Necessary For The Maintenance Of The Inhabitants Of The Said Islands.

British Parliamentary Acts

No abstract provided.


Receipt To Gustavus Risberg For Carriage, June 5, 1794 Jun 1794

Receipt To Gustavus Risberg For Carriage, June 5, 1794

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Receipt written for Gustavus Risberg for a carriage. Risberg paid a tax for a carriage. Places included: Philadelphia, PA.


John Walker To James Brown, May 27, 1794, John Walker May 1794

John Walker To James Brown, May 27, 1794, John Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Walker in Belvoir, VA wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. Walker wrote about building materials. People included: Mr. Lindsay, Broder, Jackson, Greenhouse, Mitchell, Gardner, Mr. Caton, Mr. Walker, Mins, Galt, Darnsdale.


William Stephens To John Kean, May 11, 1794, William Stephens May 1794

William Stephens To John Kean, May 11, 1794, William Stephens

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

William Stephens wrote from Savannah, Georgia to John Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Stephens mentioned a claim against Kean by Mr. Wereats(?). He went on to express his belief that Congress would steer the United States through the current sea of trouble. Preferred the nonimportation business over the sequestration of debts as he felt it wrong that individuals should suffer. With the appointment of John Jay as Envoy Extraordinary to London, Stephens hoped that the people of England would continue to preserve peace. Requests news on mutual acquaintances and asks Kean to enquire on the state of numbers he included in …


Sarah Ricketts To Susan Kean, April 29, 1794, Sarah Ricketts Apr 1794

Sarah Ricketts To Susan Kean, April 29, 1794, Sarah Ricketts

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Sarah Ricketts wrote from Elizabethtown, New Jersey to Susan Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ricketts expressed her desire to see Susan Kean again and shared family news.


Jacob Read To John Kean, April 25, 1794, Jacob Read Apr 1794

Jacob Read To John Kean, April 25, 1794, Jacob Read

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Jacob Read wrote from Charleston, South Carolina to John Kean in Philadelphia. Read informed Kean of a discrepancy between accounts.


Bartholomew Corvaisier To John Kean, April 23, 1794, Bartholomew Corvaisier Apr 1794

Bartholomew Corvaisier To John Kean, April 23, 1794, Bartholomew Corvaisier

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Bartholomew Corvaisier wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. This letter is written entirely in French. This letter discusses Mr. Corvaisier’s attempt to address what he believes was a miscommunication between him and Mr. Kean regarding Mrs. Corvaisier. This letter explores Mr. Corvaisier’s redefined intentions regarding his divorce with Mrs. Corvaisier.


Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase Apr 1794

Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Written when Bishop Chase was 19 years old and an undergraduate at Dartmouth, in danger of suspension for supposedly cutting off a freshman's hair during prayer. Chase claims he was framed by his enemy, Nathan Noyes, who accused Chase of the crime.


Bartholomew Corvaisier To John Kean, April 22, 1794, Bartholomew Corvaisier Apr 1794

Bartholomew Corvaisier To John Kean, April 22, 1794, Bartholomew Corvaisier

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Bartholomew Corvaisier wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. This letter is written entirely in French. This letter discusses the arrangements being made to further address the divorce between Mr. Corvaisier and Mrs. Corvaisier.