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John Faucheraud Grimke To John Kean, September 5, 1785, John Faucheraud Grimke

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Faucheraud Grimke wrote from Charleston to John Kean, address not included. He thanked Kean for his favors and books he sent as well as his attention to the Georgia Loan Office Commissioners matter. He mentioned a proposed change to the 8th Article of Confederation, South Carolina's Treasury books, and the debts of the states. He also told Kean he spoke to Major Pinckney in the prescence of Mr. Rutledge about the chancery suit. Polly Pinckney, Kean's old sweetheart, was engaged to T.O. Elliot.

John Kean To Eliza Livingston, September 5, 1785, John Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Kean wrote from New York to Eliza Livingston, his future sister-in-law, address not included. Eliza was secluded and John wrote to her about happiness and told her she had a good heart and well organized head.

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, September 4, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her sister, Susan, addressed to 3 Hanover Square, New York about her visit with her Aunt and cousins Kitty and Peter Van Schaack. Names included: Pool, Mr. Sylvester, Mary Bayard, Eliza, and Mr. Morton. Eliza commented on pain in her head and rheumatic joint pain in her fingers. She says her aunt and cousin are also unwell. She blames the 22-mile distance from the stage for the difficulty of sending and receiving letters and is disappointed there's no mention of Otto. Eliza will head to the Landing, visit Hudson, then return to the Manor.

Eliza Livingston To John Kean, August 29, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her future brother-in-law, John Kean, addressed to No. 9 White Hall [Street], NY, at the request of her sister, Susan. Eliza alludes to something very upsetting to her.

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, August 29, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her sister, Susan, addressed to 3 Hanover Square, New York about her visit with her Aunt, who is ill. Eliza is also ill, with headaches and a poor complexion. She notes how long it takes to get a doctor to the house, and that a person could be dead and buried before the doctor arrives. Names included: Uncle Robert, cousin Harry, young Robert, Dr. Stringer, [John] Kean, Mrs. Bourdieu, Dr. Johnston, Nancy (with some alluded drama), Mrs. Bull, Nancy Kemble and Polly Ludlow of Wall St., Patty Ludlow, Mrs. Dan, Walton and Banche, F- (who she is …

Margaret Rutlege To John Kean, August 21, 1785, Margaret Rutledge

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Margaret Rutledge wrote to John Kean, addressed to NY, thanking him for recovering an enslaved "negro boy." His name is not included. She gave John Kean power of attorney, a document dated August 20, 1785, to act on her behalf.

Declaration Of Margaret Rutledge's Ownership Of Cromwell, Mingo, Beck, Vigo, And Billey, August 20, 1785, Margaret Rutledge

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Margaret Rutledge, the widow of Thomas Rutledge (c1741-1783), declared ownership of the following enslaved people: 2 young male negro slaves named Cromwell and Mingo, a female named Beck and her 2 male children Vigo and Billey," despite that they were "taken and carried away" by the British. It was signed by Andrew Aggnew and Margaret Rutledge.

Margaret Rutlege With South Carolina, August 20, 1785, Margaret Rutledge

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Margaret Rutledge appoints John Kean as her attorney, for the return of enslaved people detained from her by Mr. Ramage in New York. Signed by Margaret Rutledge, Arch [Archibald] Campbell, and Andrew Aggnew.

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, August 19, Circa 1780s, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her sister, Susan, addressed No. 3 Hanover Square, NY, while she travels. There are many updates on friends, some intentionally vague. Names included: Walton family, Mrs. Brebner, Miss Van Berckel, Margaretta, Baron Stenben, John L., the nuptials of Reed and Kelly, Eliza McEvers, Mr. Gardoqui, Mr. Ball, Mrs. Bourdieu, Kean, Nancy, Peggy M. Bayards, Mr. Sylvester and wife, Lydia Vos Berough, Wetherspoon, R- "I suppose I have lost forever," and a long list of people she asks Susan to remember on her behalf.

John Kean To Susan Livingston, August 12, 1785, John Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Kean wrote to Susan Livingston, address not included. He said that he had written to her sister, Eliza Livingston, as well as sent Susan two sets of ruffles. He said that he would see Susan at 6 pm that evening.

John Kean To Eliza Livingston, August 12, 1785, John Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Kean wrote from New York, NY, to Elizabeth (Eliza) Livingston, Bath, New Lebanon, care of P. Sylvester, Kinderhook, NY. John wrote about Eliza's sister, Susan, who later he married in 1786. He wrote candidly that Susan was his enemy, who consulted with Dutch Ambassador Minister [Pieter Johan] van Berckel and Spain’s Encargado de Negocios [Diego Maria de] Gardoqui in her schemes. He comforted Eliza about a situation not clear stated, possibly homesickness. He referenced Mr. John Gay's fables.

John Pierce To John Kean, August 8, 1785, John Pierce

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Pierce wrote from New York to John Kean, address not included. Pierce wrote regarding a financial situation involving the Office of the Army and the Office of Finance.

Eliza Livingston To John Kean, August 5, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her future brother-in-law, John Kean, addressed to No. 9 White Hall [Street], NY, at the request of her sister, Susan. Eliza wrote of Dr. Johnston that her "corporal pain is once again banished."

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, August 5, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to her sister, Susan, addressed to 3 Hanover Square, New York about her travels. Names included: De Lancey Walton, Edward, Miss Walton, Miss Backs, Peggy, [John] Kean, Morton, Jenny, Mrs. Van Schanck, Mrs. Bell, Dr. Johnston, and Dr. Treats. Eliza commented a lot on food.

Governor William Moultrie To South Carolina Congress Delegates, July 30, 1785, William Moultrie

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Governor William Moultrie wrote from Charleston to the South Carolina Congress Delegates, addressed to New York. He had recieved their letter and said the first part would be answered by George Abbot Hall who was on his way to New York via Philadelphia. He wrote about treaties with Native American tribes, in particular, the Cherokee and how that would affect them, Georgia, and North Carolina. He also mentioned work being done by Dr. Ramsay, George Meade and Captain Tate.

Benjamin Harrison To Alexander Donald, July 29, 1785, Benjamin Harrison

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Benjamin Harrison wrote from Brandon, VA to Alexander Donald, addressed to Richmond, VA. He wrote regarding a bond between him and a Mr. Tabb. He mentioned that his fishing club met and he hoped that Alexander would come soon to a meeting and bring Mr. Manson. He thought their upcoming trip to Norfolk would be good for his health as he had had a fever.

People Included: Mr. Matthews, Betsy, Mr. Gammell, Col. Harrison, and Miss A_l_a.

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, July 28, 1785, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza Livingston wrote from Lebanon Post to Susan Livingston, her sister, addressed to No. 3 Hanover Square, New York. She wrote about the trip she and he aunt had taken so far. She included an account of a family they stayed with during a storm, and rooms they rented from Mr. Jones and Mr. Cheney. She would have addressed the letter to her father, but figured he still was not home.

Eliza Livingston To Susan Livingston, July 25, Circa 1780s, Elizabeth Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Eliza wrote to Susan, addessed to No. 3 Hanover Square, New York, about her travels to Kinderhook, NY. Names include: Lydia Vos Berough, Mr. Sylvester and his son, Mrs. V, Mr. Cruger, Mr. D. van Schaack, Mrs. J. Stiles and sister H. Tuttle, Mrs. Kenny, P. Arnold, Ford, Aunt Lawrence, and Peggy.

John Faucheraud Grimke To John Kean, July 16, 1785, John Faucheraud Grimke

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Faucheraud Grimke wrote from Charleston to John Kean, address not included. He wrote that he had spoken to Mr. Holmes about Kean's bonds, but was not hopeful. He inquired about a trip he heard Livingston made as an ambassador and asked Kean to find out more about it and informed him of the death of their friend Barnard Elliot at Port Royal.

Joseph Nourse To John Kean, July 7, 1785, Joseph Nourse

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Joseph Nourse wrote from the Register's Office to John Kean, address not included. He wrote about the debt of the States, specifically, Pennsylvania.

John Faucheraud Grimke To John Kean, July 2, 1785, John Faucheraud Grimke

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

John Faucheraud Grimke wrote from Charleston to John Kean, addressed to New York. The letter started with Grimke telling Kean that he heard Miss R, who Kean had been talking about, was engaged to Mr. Farmein. He advised Kean to stay away from her and all Northern Women. The rest of the letter he wrote about various topics including the land office bill, East Indies trade, farming, and South Carolina's state debt. He also mentioned that if Mr. Rutledge was to be appointed to the League he would probably name his son, John Rutledge, as his secretary, Grimke named Henry …

Stephen Drayton To John Kean, June 30, 1785, Stephen Drayton

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Stephen Drayton wrote from Charleston, SC to John Kean, addressed to New York. John Kean had recently taken his seat in Congress. Stephen was accompanying the Governor of South Carolina on a tour of the state's back country. He talked specifically about the Camden district.

War Office Department Of The Quarter Master General Report Signed By Joseph Carleton, June 10, 1785, Joseph Carleton, War Office

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Report from the Quarter Master General Department of the War Office. It listed names of different men, their pay, and subsistence cost. The report is signed by Joseph Carleton.

War Office Pay Signed By Joseph Carleton, June 10, 1785, War Office, Joseph Carleton

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

A list of War Office expenses for pay. The list is organized division and rank and listed the number of men employed at each rank. It is signed by Joseph Carleton.

War Office General Estimate Signed By Joseph Carleton, June 10, 1785, Joseph Carleton, War Office

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

General estimate of the expenses the War Office from November 1, 1784-

October 31, 1785 totaling $149,143. The estimate was signed by Joseph Carleton, on behalf of the Secretary of War.

War Office Subsistence Signed By Joseph Carleton, June 10, 1785, War Office, Joseph Carleton

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

A list of titled Subsistence listing items and cost submitted by the War Office and signed by Joseph Carleton.

War Office Clothing Estimate Signed By Joseph Carleton, June 10, 1785, Joseph Carleton, War Office

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

An estimate for clothing to be used by the War Office signed by Joseph Carleton.

Joseph Nourse To John Kean, June 9, 1785, Joseph Nourse

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

Joseph wrote to John, addressed to the Honorable John Kean, in Congress, no address. He responded to a letter from Kean, concerning the Salary of the Charge des Affairs at the Court of Madrid, it was left blank, but is now settled. The United States never fixed any salary for the Agent of Marine as the late Superintendent of Finance agreed to act in Cash Office. Mr. James Read acted as Secretary and Paymaster. He left the part of the civil establishment without offering any salary under the idea that no offices would immediately be appointed. Lists the salaries of …

List Of Prisoners In Jail, Worcester, Massachusetts, June 6, 1785., Worcester County

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

List of prisoners "confined in the Common Goal in Worcester." List includes names of prisoners and charges for which they were imprisoned.

Commissioner Of Treasury To Unknown, June 3, 1785, Commissioner Of Treasury, Walter Livingston, Samuel Osgood

Liberty Hall Collection 1780s

The Commissioner of Treasury wrote from New York to an Unknown person. The letter contain a list of names with money owed and whether or not they paid. The letter is signed Walter Livingston and Samuel Osgood.