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John Rutherford To Susan Kean, July 31, 2022, John Rutherfurd

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Rutherfurd in Tranquillity, NJ, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Rutherford offered to send either the bond to James Morris as his agent to call on Mr. Winthrop to receive the money and forward to her or direct it to New York and he would transmit it by post. People Included: James Morris, Mr. Livingston, James Ricketts. Places included: New York, Elizabeth Town.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, July 29, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg sent $200 of remittances to Mrs. Kean. Risberg concluded business with Mr. Simmons concerning a dispute over penalties. Mr. Tilghman examined the deed and advised accommodating with Dr. Rush as he has full rights to the property. Mr. Willing raised the land on the property to avoid flooding even though it darkened the kitchen. He advised that the Turnpike would likely not have a dramatic increase in dividend revenue for a year. He advised against purchasing bank stock. He reiterated that the colored satins …

P. Bond To Susan Kean, July 27, 1796, P. Bond

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

P. Bond in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Mr. Bond discussed Susan Kean's legal case against Dr. Rush concerning her grievances with him over his wall that has led to water filling her lot in Philadelphia. They attempted to develop a case that Dr. Rush's wall was unlawfully creating problems for Mrs. Kean's property. People included: Miss Fanny, Mr. Tilghman, Dr. Rush, Mr. Ricketts, Mrs. Ricketts, Mr. Houston, Mrs. Houston, Mr. Alex Campbell, Mr. Meade, Mr. Ketland. Places included: US District of Virginia.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, July 22, 1796, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from New York to Susan Kean, his aunt, addressed to James Ricketts, Elizabeth Town. He inquired about Susan's health and how their friends in Elizabeth Town were. He mentioned that he saw Susan's brother who was soon heading out to the country, he was most likely referring to Philip Peter Livingston.

People Included: Miss James, Mrs. A, Peter Philip James Kean

Places Included: Monty Bay

Susan Kean To Gustavus Risberg, July 18, 1796, Susan Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Susan Kean wrote to Gustavus Risberg, unaddressed. Mr. Bond wrote this power of attorney statement on behalf of Susan Kean for Gustav Risberg. People included: Mr. Bond, John Kean, Gustavus Risberg. Places included: Elizabeth Town, Philadelphia.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, July 14, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg enclosed $250 to Susan in anticipation of income to be received from rent and dividends. He expected to receive a dividend from the Turnpike Company. At that point, sales had reached $1000 but still needed to sell the colored satins before sending her the returns. Mr. Risberg continued with the issue of the property deed that had caused much trouble. Susan Kean, Elizabeth, NJ, wrote a draft letter to Gustav Risberg on the date of July 18, 1796 on this letter from Risberg. She …

Copy Of A Letter By Brockholst Livingston To Unknown Person, June 28, 1796, Brockholst Livingston

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

This was a copy of a letter by Brockholst Livingston, in Elizabeth Town, NJ, to an Unknown Person, unaddressed, as noted on the verso of the letter (written in Susan Kean's handwriting). This letter concerned the property dispute between Mrs. Kean and Dr. Rush over their properties in Philadelphia, where Dr. Rush built on the disputed property.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, June 26, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg, Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustavus Risberg received a copy of the deed from Mrs. Kean. The property dispute arose from two problems. When Dr. Rush constructed two back buildings that created water stoppage that in turn flooded the Kean property, especially during the rain. The previous owner of the properties, Mr. Ketlands, gave a slice of the property twice. This created a dispute between Mrs. Kean and Dr. Rush over who owned the property as their deed stated both did.

People included: Peter Kean, Mr. Kean, Mr. Willing, Dr. Rush, Mr. …

Thomas M. Randolph To James Brown, June 17, 1796, Thomas M. Randolph

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Thomas M. Randolph in Monticello, Charlottesville, VA wrote to James Brown, unaddressed. This letter detailed a sale of wheat and clarified a previous letter. People included: Snelson, Nicholson.

John Faucheraud Grimké To Susan Kean, June 8, 1796, John Faucheraud Grimké

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

John Faucheraud Grimké, from Charleston, SC, wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Grimké wrote to Mrs. Kean about a statement from the South Carolina Treasurer on the interest and principal of bonds. He suggested Federal bonds were more profitable. Grimké advised disposing of it because of the low rates. The letter discussed Santee Canal and the Catawba Canal issues. He advised that they avoid further investment in the canals if they failed to receive a profit in the following year after the interest expired. People included: Peter Kean, State Treasurer, Mr. Barnwell, Mr. Kean. Places included: Catawba Canal, Santee Canal, South …

Gustav Risbert To Susan Kean, June 7, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustav Risberg, Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Risberg hoped that Mr. Cogniac returned the piece of satin in good order. Dr. Rush wanted to construct a building that was on property claimed by Mrs. Kean, but the deed for the property was not present in the records office. Gustav requested that Susan furnish a copy of the deed to him to prevent the construction on her property. People included: Dr. Rush, Mr. Cogniac, Mr. Meade. Places included: Record's Office, Kean house Philadelphia.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, June 4, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg, in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg discussed the rent for Mrs. Kean's property. There was a lottery that Susan and Sarah partook in. Mr. Livingston stated that he was satisfied in his dealings with Mr. Coxe. Mr. Cogniac promised to take charge of the satins from China. Mrs. Jane Corvaisier's memorandum went through Mr. Simpson to Mr. Risberg. On a separate scrap of paper (included) Jane Corvaisier asked about payment. People included: Mr. Livingston, Mr. Cogniac, Mr. Simpson, Jane Corvaisier, Peter Kean, Mr. Simons, Bonsall Places included: Germantown

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, May 22, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan (Livingston) Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg had a new renter. He settled the financial dispute with Mr. Coxe and established a plan for selling satins. People included: Bonsall, Mr. Livingston, Mr. Coxe. Places included: turnpike.

Robert Barnwell To Susan Kean, May 14, 1796, Robert Barnwell

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Robert Barnwell in Charleston, SC wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. Robert Barnwell wrote to Susan Kean to inform her of state bonds received from John Kean and wanted the difference between the nominal and real bond price. He expressed his desire to liquidate his debt with her and demanded a prompt reply. People Included: John Kean, Mr. Desaulpure, Mr. Elliot, Mr. Winthrop, Mrs. Ricketts, Edwards family, LeRoy family, Benson, King, Philip Livingston. Places included: Georgia, South Carolina.

David M. Randolph Wrote To James Brown, May 14, 1796, David M. Randolph

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

David M. Randolph wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. This letter discussed a bill for which Randolph requested immediate remittance. Places included: Philadelphia.

Janet Montgomery To Susan Kean, May 5, 17xx, Janet Montgomery

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Janet Montgomery wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Janet informed Susan that she would be unable to visit her sister. She was visiting the Chancellor and fell ill with a cold that got progressively worse. If her health improved and her mother continued well, she planned to go with Edward. Asked to present her sister with love. This document is undated.

Leroy, Bayard, & Mcevers And Susan Kean, May 4, 1796, Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

This receipt was from LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers and Susan Kean's transaction. This receipt was evidence that Hermann LeRoy had one share in Bank of New York stock.

Francis Walker To James Brown, April 30, 1796, Francis Walker

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Francis Walker wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. This letter requested money be sent to Rev. Maury. People included: Mrs. Gelmer, Mr. Hopkins, Rev. Maury.

An Act For Making The Port Of Scarborough, In The Island Of Tobago, A Free Port, Under Certain Regulations And Restrictions

British Parliamentary Acts

No abstract provided.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, April 25, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed at New York, NY. Risberg attempted to renegotiate rent with Mr. Willing who refused to pay more. A former servant took the textile with him. The Congress debated passing the treaty with England, if they accepted it, there would be greater confidence in the market. People included: Mr. Willing, Mr. Burrall, Peter Kean, unnamed ex-servant, Capt. McCray. Places included: England, Congress.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, April 14, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed at New York, NY. Gustavus Risberg wrote to Susan Kean concerning a payment from Mr. Willing for rent. He also noted a former servant that had called concerning any letters for him. People included: Mr. Willing, Mr. Burrall, Peter Kean, unnamed ex-servant.

Polly Therny To Aaron Pitney, April 13, 1796, Polly Therny

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Bill of sale from Polly Therny to Aaron Pitney for Toan (or Tean) a 9-year-old enslaved boy sold for 75 pound current lawful money.

Gustavus Risbert To Susan Kean, April 10, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to the care of Philip Livingston Esq. near the Battery, New York, NY. Gustavus Risberg wrote to Susan Kean about business matters, including the sale of goods from China that yielded moderate profits and concerning the building leased for rent. Included are two invoices, with near-identical item level lists, and a receipt for items shipped from Philadelphia to New York, via the ship Winthrop.

People included: Bonsall.

Places included: India, China, New York.

Sarah Ricketts To Susan Kean, April 7, 1796, Sarah Ricketts

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Sarah Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. Sarah complained of a headache that kept her up last night. Madame Tapray planned on going to New York to get scholars to teach music. Sarah offered general updates on various people and their goals. People Included: Miss Gordon, Captain [Brown], Mr. Jackson, Philip Livingston, Mrs. Livingston, Livingston child, Mr. Rickett, Madame Tapray, Mr. Bandyek, Mrs. Carredeaux, Brockholst, Mrs. Lewis, Nick, Mrs. A-g. Places included: New York, Scotland, Puerto Rico.

Invoice Of China Ware To Susan Kean, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

An invoice of one case of China Ware received by the Ship Pigou Captain Richard Dale from Canton and forwarded by Gustavus Risbert to New York on board the Schooner Winthrop Ja[unclear] McCorea by order of Mrs. Susan Kean. Includes an item level list and charges.

Marianne Williams To Susan Kean, March 24, 1796, Marianne Williams

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Marianne wrote from Mount Pleasant to Susan, care of Ricketts Esq, Elizabeth Town, NJ. Her boys recovered from measles, they visited friends “in the Delaware,” then became ill for an extended time. The roads are in poor condition, preventing her female friends from visiting. Marianne inquired about Jane Grove Corvaisier, who lived in Germantown when Mr. Bradford died [U.S. Attorney General William Bradford 1755-1795]. Corvaisier was melancholy and recently moved in with Mrs. Duponseau (?).

Names included: Mr. Williams, Christine Williams, Mrs. Green, Mrs. Ricketts, and Peter Kean.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Kean, March 20, 1796, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed at New York, NY. Gustavus Risberg wrote to Susan Kean about business matters, including the sale of goods from China that yielded moderate profits and concerning the building leased for rent. People included: Bonsall. Places included: India, China, New York.

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Kean, March 19, 1796, George Van Brugh Brown

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Major Brown wrote from Abyssinia, in New Jersey, to his Aunt Susan, addressed to New York. George was in Philadelphia longer than expected. He met Mr. Rutherford there and thanked Susan for the introduction. He enclosed a letter from Miss Bond, and another letter addressed to Mrs. Livingston. There are addition and subtraction problems on the verso of the letter.

Names included: Mr. and Mrs. Ricketts.

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

No abstract provided.

Peter Mccall To Susan Kean, March 13, 1796, Peter Mccall

Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

Peter McCall in Philadelphia, PA, to Susan Kean, New York, NY. Peter McCall informed Susan Kean that he gave the goods to Mr. Risberg, who paid notes to him in compensation for the customs duties. People included: Gustav Risberg. Places included: customs house.