William Stephens to John Kean, August 22, 1789

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Description

William Stephens wrote from Savannah to John Kean, address not included. He wrote regarding various friends and acquaintances that were given political appointments including, Mr. Hall, Isacc Mott, Wegman, Mr. Cagdell, Caston, John Habersham, Gela McIntosh, Berreir, and Cornelious Collins. He also mentioned that the wages for Senators and Representatives had been decided as well as the compensation for the President and Vice President. Congress was going to take up measures for peace with the Native Americans, for which Stephens was greatful. Philip Delegal wrote to Stephens regarding Islands John Kean had for sale. He believed Delegal could purchase them with his brother, David. He mentioned their dispute with Werecat should soon go to court and outlined the terms for purchasing Hutchinson's land.

Author/Creator

William Stephens

Recipient

John Kean (1755-1795)

Creation Date

8-22-1789

Document Type

Manuscript

Location

Savannah, GA

Collection

Liberty Hall Collection, 1711-1847 (bulk 1790-1830)

Inventory Location

Bay 1, Column 1, LHC Series 2

Recommended Citation

Stephens, William. William Stephens to John Kean, August 22, 1789. Manuscript. From Special Collections Research Library and Archive, Kean University, Liberty Hall Collection 1780s. https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/lhc_1780s/305

Rights

This collection is open to the public for research use. Copyright remains with Kean University. Credit this material. Personal photographs may be made for research purposes. Inquiries regarding publishing material from the collection should be directed to Lynette Zimmerman, Executive Director at the Liberty Hall Academic Center & Exhibition Hall at lzimmerm@kean.edu.

Publishing Repository

Special Collections Research Library and Archive, Kean University