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Peter Kean To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, February 8, 1809, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Savannah, GA to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his mother, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Peter discusses selling the land in South Carolina and Georgia and a dispute over who owns part of it.

People Included: Robert Barnwell, Shubrick, S. Miller, Stryton,John Habersham

Places Included: St. Phillips Parrish, Chattam County, Ogeechee River, Midway River

Indenture From Susan Ursin Niemcewicz To Peter Kean, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Henry Brockholst Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Indenture drawn up by Henry Brockholst Livingston on Behalf of Susan Ursin Niemcewicz to give Peter Kean power of attorney to sell or lease her property in South Carolina and Georgia.

People Included: Catherine Livingston

Places Included: Charleston, SC

The Ghost Of A Scrag Of Mutton, C. Dibdin

Broadside Ballads: England

Moral related to the Napoleonic Wars and British might.

Christine Biddle To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, January 19, 1809, Christine Biddle

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Christine Biddle wrote from Philadelphia, PA to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. She asks about ground rent due by the Morris estate and give updates on friends and family.

People Included: Peter Philip James Kean, Thomas Biddle, Christine's mother, George, Becky, Mrs. Ernhine, Mr. Chew, the Daytons

Places Included: Washington D.C.

Peter Kean To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, January 18, 1809, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Savannah, GA to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his mother, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ.Peter writes about the land is Georgia and South Carolina, the steps they need to take to sell it, and the current problems.

People Included: Robert Barnwell, Mr. Stephens, Mrs. Kollock

Letter From George Sibley To Samuel Sibley, January 18, 1809, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to brother, Samuel Sibley, January 18, 1809. George discusses

Joseph Bayley To Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1809 January 16

The Saint Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton Family Papers

No abstract provided.

Peter Kean To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, January 2, 1809, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his mother, in Elizabeth Town. The letter is actually written over the course of the 2nd, 4th, and 8th of January. Peter requests his mother give him power of attorney over land in Georgia so he can sell or lease it. He also discusses selling 1/3 of the land in South Carolina, possibly to Robert Barnwell.

People Included: Robert Barnwell, Mary Barnwell, John Barnwell, Mrs. Barnwell, Mrs. G Barnwell, Mrs. Gough, Mrs. Bull, Mr. Means, Judge Stevens

Places Included: Georgia, New York

Declaration And Address Of The Christian Association Of Washington, Thomas Campbell

Stone-Campbell Books

No abstract provided.

Unknown Person To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, 1809

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Envelope addressed to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz at Elizabeth Town, NJ. On the reversed side is an embroidery pattern of flowers. The sender and exact date are unknown. The inclusion of North America in the address suggests that they were not located in the United States.

Instruction Of The Deaf And Dumb; Or, A Theoretical And Practical View Of The Means By Which They Are Taught To Speak And Understand A Language; Containing Hints For The Correction Of Impediments In Speech: Together With A Vocabulary Illustrated By Numerous Copperplates..., Joseph Watson

Deaf Rare Books

No abstract provided.

The Life And Surprising Adventures Of Mary Ann Talbot, In The Name Of John Taylor (1809), Mary Ann Talbot, Paul Royster (Transcribed And Edited By)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries: Faculty Publications

"Comprehending an Account of her extraordinary Adventures in the Character of Foot-Boy, Drummer, Cabin-Boy, and Sailor. Also of her many very narrow Escapes in different Engagements, while in the Land and Sea Services, and of the Hardships which she suffered while under cure of the Wounds received in the Engagement under Lord Howe, June 1, 1794, &c. &c. &c."

An important document in the history of cross-dressing, transvestism, male impersonators, and women soldiers, this autobiographical narrative tells the life story of an orphan girl who was trapped into service in the British army and …

Peter Kean To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, December 28, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his mother, in Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. He describes to her his journey from Charleston and arrival in Beaufort. He discusses at length possible plans for the property he has inherited and what its value is. He plans to go to the property in Georgia after South Carolina. He asks her to send copies of releases right away to him.

People Included: Robert Barnwell, John Barnwell, Mrs. Barnwell, Judge Grimke, Mr. Greyson, Philip Peter Livingston, Mr. Jay, Mrs. Bells

Places Included: New York, Albany, Parris Island, Georgia,

Minutes Taken At The Annual Conferences, 1809, Methodist Episcopal Church.

South Carolina Conference 1785 Journal

No abstract provided.

Benjamin Strong And Archibald Gracie For The Presbyterian Church In Cedar Street, December 19, 1808, Bejamin Strong, Archibald Gracie

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Certification by Benjamin Strong and Archibald Gracie regarding the election of trustees for the Presbyterian Religious Society in Cedar Street, City of New York. The certification also states that they were to now be known as The Presbyterian Church in Cedar Street.

People Included: Oliver Wolcott, Selah Strong, Elisha Cait, Lynde Catlin, Ebenezer Stevens, Caleb S. Riggs, William Codman, William Lovett

Peter Kean To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, December 16, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Charleston, South Carolina to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his mother, in Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Peter arrived in Charleston the day before and tells her of his plans and the people he will see there.

People Included: Judge Grimke, R. Izard, William Hayward, General Pickney

Places Included: Beaufort

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, December 6, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Petersburgh, Virginia to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter tore himself away from Richmond much sooner than he would have liked but was looking forward to returning to the arms of his true parent and to the society of his Sally. The manners of the inhabitants of Richmond whom Peter became acquainted with were friendly. He was indebted to the Gibsons, Mr. J. Taylor and his lady, and Mr. B. Harrison. Major Gibson went looking for Peter as soon as he arrived in Richmond and invited him to his house. Judge Griffin and Colonel Carrington …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, November 24, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Washington, D.C. to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter delayed writing because he was surrounded by noise and bustle and found it impossible to concentrate. Hoped that Congress would take up the Embargo question but they continued to delay it from day to day. The House was setting with closed doors over a motion of Mr. Randolph’s. Some conjecture that his propositions was to declare war against France and others and that he wished the House would disclose what was kept behind. The Mayo’s arrived on Sunday and were staying with Mr. Madison. Peter had …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, November 14, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Washington, D.C. to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The following letter is incomplete and appears to be missing the first five pages. The letter documents part of Peter’s travels to South Carolina and Georgia. On the 4^th, Peter occupied himself on delivering letters of introduction, including one to Mr. Harper who invited Peter to a dance at his house that evening. The company was large and the ladies well dressed. The ladies of Baltimore were generally pretty and their manners were affable and polite. The character of Mr. Harper was well known, his …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, November 12, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Belvedere, Maryland to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Susan may be a little surprised to find that Peter was still in Belvedere but the kindness and hospitality he received made it difficult for him to leave. He planned to tear himself away the following morning so he could be present at the debate Monday, which he trusted would be interesting as it pertained to raising the Embargo. Peter attended a dance at Mr. Hollens where he saw a great number of beautiful woman, but none who could make him forget Sally Jay. On Tuesday, Peter …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, November 5, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Baltimore, Maryland to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter arrived in Baltimore after a ride of two days. As soon as he arrived, he ordered a hack [hackney] to proceed to Belvedere. Just as he and Mr. Dallas were about to step into the carriage, Mr. Harpor’s nephew invited them to a dance at his uncle’s for the following evening. Mrs. H was rejoiced to see Peter and offered him a bed immediately. The Colonel and John were out, but returned within the hour. The Colonel observed that they had better send their hack back …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, October 31, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter received Susan’s letter also enclosing one from Mr. Colden. Peter planned to leave Philadelphia the following day and travel by land to Baltimore. Peter dined at Mr. Dallas’s and during dinner he suggested to his son George, a friend of Peter’s, accompany him to Baltimore. His father overheard and encouraged him to go to Washington so Peter had an agreeable companion all the way. Met Mr. J. Smith and was met with the greatest kindness and attention from the Biddle family. The evening Peter arrived in …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, October 27, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter arrived in Philadelphia after a ride of twelve hours; a little tossed and jostled. At the moment, he was sitting comfortably in Mrs. Biddle’s parlor. Mrs. B was perfectly well and in good spirits. Peter expected to stay with her until Monday.

People mentioned: Mrs. Biddle, Dr. Smith, and Mary.

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, October 27, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Richmond, Virginia to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter left Elizabethtown on the mail stage on his way to Beaufort in South Carolina and the night was stormy and cold. One of his fellow travelers, whom Peter took to be an Irishman, had recently visited Canada and informed him that Sir James Henry Craig, the Commander in Chief of his British Majesties Forces in that Country, was expending £1000 on the works of Quebec, which were so strong that they would battle all attempts to take or destroy them. From the same person, Peter learned …

Robert Barnwell To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, September 29, 1808, Robert Barnwell

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Robert Barnwell wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz in Elizabeth Town, NJ. Peter Philip James Kean will visit Beaufort shortly and stay with Barnwell to see the property he has inherited.

Places Included: New York, Northwardly

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, September 27, 1808, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Albany, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter informed Susan that he was doing well and that there was no inflammation on his face. Mrs. B.z. arrived along with the dear girl Peter loved. Sorry to find Susan out in the storm and hoped she got over her fatigue. Miss Jay spoke of traveling by boat the following week and Peter thought he would accompany her. Mrs. Bell and Margaret would not be able to visit Susan as they had business in the Western Country to attend to.

People mentioned: Mrs. B.z., Sarah …

Letter From George Sibley To Samuel Sibley, September 16, 1808, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to brother, Samuel Sibley, September 16, 1808. George gives an account of his journey, his first interactions with the Osage tribe; construction of the fort.

Herald Of Gospel Liberty Vol. 1, No. 1, Elias Smith

Early Pentecostal Periodicals

Touted as the "first religious newspaper" in North America, the Herald of Gospel Liberty was published by Elias Smith on September 1, 1808 in Massachusetts for the purpose of promoting the restoration of primitive Christianity to the church and for promoting religious liberty from government and ecclesiastical control. Smith was among a growing number of New England clergy who were promoting a return to primitive Christianity as a result of the Second Great Awakening in America. This first issue is one of the items held in Holy Spirit Research Center and is now available online. While this scan is not …

Robert Barnwell To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, August 5, 1808, Robert Barnwell

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Robert Barnwell wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz in Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. He states that in accordance with John Kean's will the conveyances to Peter are in Barnwell's name and will go to Peter when he turns 21.

People included: John Kean (JK 1755), Peter Philip James Kean

Herald Of Gospel Liberty, Elias Smith

Books and Other Holy Spirit Artifacts

Touted as the "first religious newspaper" in North America, the Herald of Gospel Liberty was published by Elias Smith on September 1, 1808 in Massachusetts for the purpose of promoting the restoration of primitive Christianity to the church and for promoting religious liberty from government and ecclesiastical control. Smith was among a growing number of New England clergy who were promoting a return to primitive Christianity as a result of the Second Great Awakening in America. This first issue is one of the items held in Holy Spirit Research Center and is now available online. While this scan is not …