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Joseph Pitcairn To Julian Niemcewicz, September 10, 1804, Joseph Pitcairn

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Joseph Pitcairn wrote from Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Pitcairn had before him Julian’s esteemed favor of the 15^th of July from Nantes and sincerely hoped Julian was in America well and happy with his family. Everything Julian committed to Pitcairn’s care for New York had been forwarded, except for a little box from the Duchess of Courland. Pitcairn planned to have someone deliver that directly to Julian. Dissatisfactions that had long been brewing between Russia and France drew to a development. The following Spring, they would either have a peace or a serious war. Hoped …

Unknown Person To Julian Niemcewcz, August 31, 1804

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document appears to have been written in French and needs to be translated before a proper description can be composed.

Susan Niemcewicz To Z. Lewis August 17, 1804, Susan U. Niemcewicz

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is a receipt for issues of The Spectator from May 17, 1801 to August 17, 1804.

Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers To Susan Niemcewicz, August 3, 1804

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. When LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers last furnished Susan with her current account, the dividends of her Bank Stock had not been remitted to them from Philadelphia. Since then, they credited her. Delivered this letter to Mr. Gahn and enclosed Certificates for 3 Shares in the Santee Canal Company.

People mentioned: Henry Gahn.

Leroy, Bayard, & Mcevers With Susan Niemcewicz, August 3, 1804

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is Susan Niemcewicz’s account with LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers.

Indenture Bill Of Sale From Henry Masicar To Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, August, 1804, Henry Masicar

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Bill of sale in Bergen County, New Jersey by Henry Masicar to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz for the sale of a enslaved woman named Sarah and her son and daughter for the sum of 100 pounds.

Henry Gahn To Susan Niemcewicz, July 28, 1804, Henry Gahn

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Henry Gahn wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Informed Susan that their dear friend, Julian was in Paris on the 31^st of May and less anxious of returning to America by the first good opportunity. Mr. du Pont de Nemours wrote to his son in New York and said that “he would write more fully by Mr. Niemcewicz, then in Paris, and on the eve of returning to America.”

People mentioned: Julian Niemcewicz and Mr. du Pont de Nemours.

Places mentioned: Paris, France.

Joseph Pitcairn To Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804, Jospeh Pitcairn

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Joseph Pitcairn wrote from Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz to the care of Henry Gahn in New York, New York. The following letter is the original of “Joseph Pitcairn to Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804.” Pitcairn received, by the Duchess of Courland, Julian’s favor of the 22^nd of April along with a final parcel for Mrs. Niemcewicz. Enclosed a note of his expenses paid on Julian’s things, the amount of which Julian could pay Mr. McCormick at his leisure. Pitcairn succeeded in “getting away” Julian’s belongings and hoped from the season of the year that they reached the destination safely …

Joseph Pitcairn To Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804 [Duplicate], Joseph Pitcairn

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is a duplicate of a letter from Joseph Pitcairn in Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey [near New York]. Pitcairn received, by the Duchess of Courland, Julian’s favor of the 22^nd of April along with a final parcel for Mrs. Niemcewicz. Enclosed a note of his expenses paid on Julian’s things, the amount of which Julian could pay Mr. McCormick at his leisure. Pitcairn succeeded in “getting away” Julian’s belongings and hoped from the season of the year that they reached the destination safely and in good order. Flattered that the late change of …

Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers To Susan Niemcewicz, July 17, 1804

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LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The scarcity of stock in their market and the closing of the transfer office soon after receiving Susan’s favor of the 30^th of May prevented LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers from making the investment of her money until a few days prior. Enclosed Susan’s current account. Mr. Smith of Charleston, South Carolina transmitted to them Certificates of three Santee Canal shares made out in Susan’s name with the following remark:

“Mrs. Niemcewicz’s old friend Judge Grimke says that they ought to have been …

George Van Brugh Brown To Susan Niemcewicz, July 12, 1804, George Van Brugh Brown

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George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Haddington, East Lothian (Scotland) to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Hoped that Susan was happy by the presence of Julian Niemcewicz. With regard to themselves, their daughter Elizabeth had been complaining very much in the greatest part of the spring. The surgeon thought worms were the cause, but that did not appear to have been the disorder and since then she had gotten better. With care and attention, Brown hoped she would soon get perfectly strong he took her out on horseback every day. Their son John, or rather as he called himself …

Susan Niemcewicz With William Dayton & Co.

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is a receipt for 25 chestnut rails charged to Susan Niemcewicz from William Dayton & Co.

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Niemcewicz, June 26, 1804, Gustavus Risberg

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Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wrote to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg’s close attendance at the Compting House prevented him from meeting with Col. Williams. Enclosed a Certificate for Fifty N.A. Insurance Shares and a Power of Attorney to Mr. Simpson to receive the Bank dividend, which Risberg asked Susan to sign and acknowledge before a Notary Public or a Judge. He also enclosed a Blank Power to receive dividends on Turnpike Shares.

Sarah Sabina Morris To Mary Ann Morris, June 22, 1804, Sarah Sabina Morris

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Sarah Sabina Morris wrote from Butternuts, NY to Mary Ann Morris, her sister, in Cooperstown, NY. Sarah thanked Mary for some items she sent home, gave updates on their parents, and asked for a muffin recipe. In the postscript she mentioned that Mary's enslaved woman is well and asked when Mary will come home, but her name is not given.

People Include: Jacob Morris, Mary Cox Morris, Mrs. Cooper, Isaac, Mr. Pemroy

S. Robertson To Susan Niemcewicz, June 20, 1804, S. Robertson

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

S. Robertson wrote from Paris, France to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Robertson could not let an opportunity pass without addressing a few lines to Susan to assure her of their affectionate remembrance and to congratulate Susan on her choice of marrying Julian Niemcewicz. Regretted that they could not enjoy Julian’s company as much as they wished on account of his habitation being in the center of Paris.

Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers To Susan Niemcewicz, May 29, 1804

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LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Asked that Susan inform them where she wished to invest her money. Suggested stocks to invest in.

Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers To Susan Niemcewicz, May 25, 1804

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The check for $2230 which Susan delivered in April to Mr. McEvers was handed over to Mr. LeRoy for the purpose of making an investment in stocks. Discussed further business ventures. Enclosed Susan’s current account with LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers, and a receipt confirming Susan’s payment of $17.64 was received.

Julian Niemcewicz To Susan Niemcewicz, May 21, 1804, Julian Ursin Niemcewicz

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Julian Niemcewicz wrote from Paris, France to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Julian was at last in Paris and approaching the Sea Coast to sail as soon as possible for America. It was painful to leave his brothers, sisters, and friends. To alleviate their grief Julian told them he would try and persuade Susan to visit. He was astonished and mortified that Susan had yet to receive the handkerchief he sent. Mr. Livingston left for England. The “old lady,” Mr. and Mrs. Robert Livingston, and Peter were in Paris and received Julian with attention and kindness. Dined with the …

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Niemcewicz, May 21, 1804, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg informed Susan that R. W. Morris placed $106.66 in credit on her account and Mrs. Cox will have deposited $119. Susan was to draw upon Mr. Simpson (Cashier) for the sums either in one or more drafts. Regretted Mr. Niemcewicz’s long absence. Susan should select a new agent in four or five months.

People mentioned: Robert W. Morris and Julian Niemcewicz.

Julian Niemcewicz To Susan Niemcewicz, May 17, 1803, Julian U. Niemcewicz

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Julian Niemcewicz wrote from Puławy, Poland to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Julian had the pleasure of seeing his brother who promised to be punctual in his payment that was to take place at the end of June. He accepted the kind invitation of Prince Czartoryski to spend a few weeks at his country seat. Julian wrote to the Chancellor in Paris and asked when he planned to embark for America. Spent time in Warsaw preparing manuscripts for the Edition of his works. Had some vexation with his cousin the Princess Dominique Radziwill. She lost her husband and her …

Peter Kean To Susan Niemcewicz, May 10, 1804, Peter Philip James Kean

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Peter Kean wrote from Princeton, New Jersey to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Peter’s journey was very agreeable by the amusing and instructing conversation of Mr. and Mrs. Kollock. If Uncle R’s family went to England, Peter feared he would never see them again. If Susan saw them, Peter asked that she tell them he would never forget their kindness to him and would always remain their grateful and affectionate nephew and cousin. Susan did not mention Mrs. Williams in her letter and Peter asked if she was well. Was met with a kind reception from Miss Smiths and …

Isabelle Bell To Susan Niemcewicz, May 10, 1804, Isabelle Bell

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Isabelle Bell wrote from Albany, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Removing into a new house and low spirits due to a bad cold prevented Isabelle from writing to Susan sooner. After receiving Susan’s friendly epistle informing her of Mrs. Wilkinson’s terms, poor Margaret fell ill with a cold and developed a rash on her face and neck. Isabelle desired to write Susan and inform her of the circumstances but Margaret recovered. Catherine and Angelica Van Rensselaer took her with them to Mrs. Wilkinson’s. The party Margaret sailed with stopped at Mr. Gilbert Livingston’s when they arrived …

Susan Niemcewicz To Jonas Wade, May 3, 1804, Susan Niemcewicz

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

The following document is a receipt from Susan Niemcewicz to Jonas Wade for 1 load nut wood 90 feet.

Julian Niemcewicz To Susan Niemcewicz, April 22, 1804, Julian U. Niemcewicz

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Julian Niemcewicz wrote from Berlin to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Julian sent the box and letter configured to him for Mr. Provenchius, whom he believed resided in Wilmington, Delaware. He asked that Susan send them to an agent. Julian was detained in Berlin on account of passports and feared, since everything was terror and suspicion, that he would have difficulties every step of the way. Hoped that he and Susan reunited soon. The excerpt from Henry Gahn was written in French.

Julian Niemcewicz To Susan Niemcewicz, April 18, 1804, Julian Niemcewicz

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Julian Niemcewicz from Berlin, Germany to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Julian informed Susan that he was on his way homeward. Had it not been for the cursed war, the winter season, and the entreats of his family, he would have been back in Elizabethtown sooner. Stayed with Mr. and Mrs. De La Forest and planned to leave Berlin the following day to proceed by way of France to the first Sea Port. Hoped Chancellor Livingston would give him the best advice and assistance. Since the conspiracy against the life of the first Consul, utmost difficulties and precautions were …

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Niemcewicz, April 15, 1804, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Acknowledged Susan’s favor of the 7^th Instant and observed that Mr. Niemcewicz was still in Europe. Mrs. Cox was supposed to notify Susan if she wanted to move out of her house in Philadelphia, but Risberg doubted Mrs. Cox would move because she was fond of the neighborhood. Mr. Smith declined to receive dividends unless they were paid into the Bank, which induced Risberg to delay the transfer of the Insurance Shares in the event that a dividend be made in July. He was enabled to …

Leroy, Bayard & Mcevers To Susan Nicmecewicz, March 26, 1804

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Agreeable to the contents of Susan’s note of the 25^th to Mr. LeRoy, LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers enclosed Certificate No. 7684 for $2100. It had been over a month since they remitted Mr. Smith the $600 to pay off Susan’s Santee Canal Bonds but LeRoy, Bayard & McEvers had yet to hear Mr. Smith’s answer to their letter. Hoped to receive it soon along with the canceled Bonds.

Isabell Bell To Susan Niemcewicz, March 11, 1804, Isabell Bell

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Isabell Bell wrote to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Isabell attempted to complete a letter to Susan for the last six months but was constantly interrupted by saucy, prattling girls. Met with Susan’s friends the Governor and Mrs. Crawford. Heard that Julian Niemcewicz received an agreeable reception from his friends abroad and that he was determined to return to America. Isabelle encouraged Susan to visit her place of residence and considered that Mr. N[iemcewicz] would not dislike such an excursion once he returned. Discussed their mutual friends and correspondents.

People mentioned: Julian Niemcewicz, Peter Kean, Governor and Mrs. Crawford, …

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz To Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, March 11, 1804, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz wrote from Elizabeth Town, New Jersey to Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, her husband, in Paris, France. The letter was to be sent to Baltimore first and then forwarded to Paris. She expresses concern that she has not heard from Julian, but blames the Napoleonic Wars. She gives him updates on herself, Peter Kean, and their family.

People Included: Philip Peter Livingston, Peter Philip James Kean, Otto LaForest, Mrs. LaForest, Mr. DeSartess

Enslaved People: Tomas

Places included: New York, Paris

Gustavus Risberg To Susan Niemcewicz, March 7, 1804, Gustavus Risberg

Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Favored with Susan’s letter of the 28^th of February and that of the 18^th of January, which arrived defaced on account of getting wet. As soon as he recovered from his indisposition, Risberg endeavored to procure the respective Powers for receiving dividends and forwarding them with the Insurance Shares by a private conveyance. Also planned to attend to the business with Dr. Rush and Mr. Simpson.

People mentioned: Dr. Benjamin Rush, Mr. Simpson, and Julian Niemcewicz.