Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

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Office of Accounts to Unknown Person, June 1793

June 1793

The Office of Accounts wrote to an unknown person, unaddressed. This letter dealt with topics of claims and expenses of individual states against the United States after the Revolutionary War. An earlier dispatch between John Kean and Edward Rutledge discussed this topic in further detail.
Remedy for Dysentery, the Fever and Ague, circa 1700s

circa 1700s

The following document contains Remedies for Dysentery and the Fever and Ague. This document is undated.
Susan Kean Account Statement, April 1793

April 1793

This document is an account statement for Susan Kean. It lists various expenses including a transfer to mercantile firm LeRoy & Bayard and unspecified sundries.
Unknown to Unknown, circa 1700s

circa 1700s

An unknown person wrote from Beaufort, South Carolina to an unknown correspondent. Received both Mr. Wilcox’s and Mr. Kean’s letters. Sorry that the indisposition of Mr. Kean and Peter prevented them from attending their convalescent state. Delivered Mr. Lucenas slaves to Mr. Lithgow, an agent in the business for Mr. Ancrum. Sam finished cutting down his land but still had ten bushels of indigo seed. He would have large claims upon the surplus of that at Hilton Head. Mentioned the sale of property and Major. Wigg’s purchase as well as additional business concerning the sale of property. Indigo appeared to be in demand that year and sold for more than five shillings. Grateful for Mr. R’s generosity in the whole business. Will need to request a bill of sale from Mr. R for the slaves they purchased. This document is incomplete.

Names mentioned: John Kean, Peter Kean, Mr. Lucena, William Ancrum, Mr. Lithgow, and Major Wigg.
William Armstrong to Unknown Person, August 1793

William Armstrong
08-1793

William Armstrong wrote to an unknown person, unaddressed. Armstrong discussed New York bank shares and what they were priced at.
Nancy L. Bayard to Susan Kean, July 14, 1793

Nancy L. Bayard
July 14, 1793

Nancy Bayard wrote from New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. She shared her experience traveling by passage. Upon her return to New York, “the girls” were disappointed Susan did not accompany Nancy as she was supposed to make a trip with her before returning to Philadelphia. Nancy also extended well wishes to the family.
Mr. and Mrs. Bingham to Susan Kean, circa 1790s

Mrs. Bingham and Mr. Bingham
circa 1790s

Mr. and Mrs. Bingham wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Mrs. Bingham politely declined Susan’s invitation because she was indisposed. Mr. B was already engaged to dine in the country, which prevented him from visiting Susan as well.

This document is undated.
John Blanchard to John Kean, March 29, 1793

John Blanchard
03-29-1793

John Blanchard wrote to John Kean, unaddressed. This letter sent to John Kean concerned John Blanchard's draft on his bank account as he was unsure if he had enough because he had not seen his book lately. One of his children fell ill and he needed to go to town. Places included: Virginia.
James Buchanan to John Kean, May 18, 1793

James Buchanan
05-18-1793

James Buchanan in Baltimore, MD wrote to John Kean, Philadelphia, PA. James Buchanan discussed banking issues in this letter. People included: Wilson, Valck, Swan, and Pleasants, Mr. Dall, John Campbell, Bladensburgh, William Potts, Thomas Buchanan places included: Branch Bank of Maryland, Thomas Buchanan, Mr. Thomborough, Governor Johnston, Mr. Willing, Mrs. Bingham, LeGay Polgreens. Place included: England, Barbados.
James A. Buchanan to John Kean, February 28, 1793

James A. Buchanan
02-28-1793

James wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. James state the Bank Directors imposed an indirect censure on the Branch Bank at Baltimore. He defends himself. Names included: J.B., W. Robb, Lou. Chesterfield, Tench Coxe, James Carey, John Holmes, J. Anthony, Thomas Willing, W. Patterson, Samuel Smith, General Williams, Ro. Gilman, Theophile Casenove, W. Bingham, Mr. Carey, Wilson, Swan, Dall, Governor Johnston, LeRay, Judge Iredell, Frank, and Gale.
J. Bullock to John Kean, June 29, 1793

J. Bullock
06-29-1793

J. Bullock in Philadelphia, PA wrote to John Kean, unaddressed. This letter addressed the dock ward and its tax issues.
Bartholomew Corvaisier to John Kean, August 8, 1793

Bartholomew Corvaisier
08-08-1793

Bartholomew Corvaisier wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. This letter, with exception of the address, is entirely in French. This short letter talks about two hats Bartholomew sold to John. He sends his compliments to John and mentions their good friendship.
Bartholomew Corvaisier to John Kean, July 23, 1793

Bartholomew Corvaisier
07-23-1793

Bartholomew Corvaisier wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. This letter is entirely in French. Bartholomew wrote this letter to acknowledge John's deteriorating health and wished him the best.
Samuel Courtauld to John Kean, February 16, 1793

Samuel Courtauld
02-16-1793

Samuel wrote to John Kean, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. Samuel sent a letter from Alexander Chisholm regarding a balance for a bond. Samuel requests that John pay the balance to John Brown.
Beaumanoir De Laforest to Susan Kean, September 10, 1793

Beaumanoir De Laforest
09-10-1793

Beaumanoir wrote to Susan, address torn off. She's concerned about yellow fever in Philadelphia and tragic events in Paris. Beaumanoir, whose husband was the Vice-Consul General of the Kingdom of France to the United States, lived briefly in the United States. She had a daughter, Caroline.
Catherine Duer to Unknown Person, February 12, 1793

Catherine Duer
1793-02-12

Catherine Duer wrote from New York, New York to an unknown correspondent (likely Susan Livingston Kean), unaddressed. Although she had been silent for some time, Duer informed her cousin that she constantly enquired after them and their family. Concerned to find that they are ill. Enclosed Violet’s account, which included charges such as paying board. Supposed Miss Marshall would be delighted to hear Mr. McCoomb was speedily settling his affairs. Duer thought highly of him and it seemed an important step towards a settlement more near to her heart. Presented regards to all of their family and friends.

People mentioned: Alexander Macomb and Jane Macomb (neé Miss Marshall)
R. Footman to Susannah Livingston Kean, July 30, 1793

R. Footman
07-30-1793

A receipt from R. Footman to Susannah Livingston Kean. This receipt is for the purchase of an andiron shovel.
Franks Footman's Auction, June 21, 1793

Richard Footman
06-21-1793

Richard Footman received content from Footman's Auction involving C. Franks.
Eliza Gough to Susan Kean, May 10, 1793

Elizabeth Gough
05-10-1793

Eliza Gough wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. The writer announced the birth of a granddaughter, who died after being afflicted with spasms and an unidentified disease. The mother of the child has yet to recover from the loss. The letter discussed the children of various people and their health. The writer is likely in South Carolina. People included: John Kean, Peter Kean, Dr. Stuart, Mrs. Farthez, Mr. E. Barnwell, Mrs. J. Barnwell, Mrs. Cathben. Places included: Charleston, Beaufort, Gain Island.
John Faucheraud Grimké to Messrs. Lydig or Barnes, May 13, 1793

John Faucherand Grimké
05-13-1793

John Faucheraud Grimké in Charleston, SC wrote to Messrs. Lydig or Barnes, addressed to New York, NY. This contract was an agreement to pay John Kean $70. People included: Lydig, Barnes, John Kean, Mary Harnett, John Wilkes, Jonathan Burrall, Whitehead Fisk, David Baker. Places included: Charleston, South Carolina, New York.
Isaac Hall to Susan Kean, December 13, 1793

Isaac Hall
12-13-1793

Isaac Hall to Susan Kean. A receipt for Susan Kean from a wholesale linen drapers merchant on Market Street in Philadelphia.
Ralph Izard to John Kean, October 22, 1793

Ralph Izard
10-22-1793

Ralph Izard wrote from Hartford to John Kean, addressed to Cashier of the Bank of the US in Philadelphia. He was glad to hear John Kean had escaped the Yellow Fever and is making use of Izard's kitchen and parlor. He hoped that the cold weather would help the epidemic slow down. After leaving Hartford he would stay in New York until it was known where Congress would meet.

People Included: Mrs. Cortright, Mrs. Izard, Benge the Upholsterer, Mr. Debbois, Mr. Vanhan, Mr. Willing

Places Included: Boston, MA, New York, NY
John Jackson to Susan Kean, July 5, 1793

John Jackson
07-05-1793

John Jackson wrote from London, England to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Jackson discussed news pertaining to family and friends and offered well wishes to many mutual acquaintances.
John Kean to Bayard & LeRoy, March 13, 1793

John Kean
03-13-1793

John Kean in Philadelphia of PA wrote to Bayard & LeRoy, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. This letter discussed business and financial matters. People included: Mr. Biddle.
John Kean to John Faucheraud Grimké, July 23, 1793

John Kean
07-23-1793

John Kean wrote to John Daucheraud Grimké. The letter was marked as a dead letter for an unknown reason and sent to the General Post Office. When its contents was read it was returned to the post office in Philadelphia. Mrs. Kean was mentioned as being the widow of John on the back, showing the letter was returned after John Kean had died.