Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

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Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, May 28, 1798

Gustavus Risberg
05-28-1798

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustav wrote about the rental business and the possibility of war. This included a desire by Mr. Willings to paint and paper the house. There was a decline in rents and he anticipated the further decline of rents if war broke out because of the loss of shipping. People included: Mr. Simpson, Mr. Willings, Mr. Morris, Peter Kean, Mrs. R. Places mentioned: New York, Debtors Department, N. A. Land Company, Turnpike.
Tapray to Susan Kean, March 25, 1798

Tapray
03-25-1798

Mrs. Taprav wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. This was a thank-you note. People included: Mrs. Ricketts, Mrs. Livingston.
John Walker to James Brown, May 29, 1798

John Walker
05-29-1798

John Walker wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. He wrote about various materials and goods being send to facilitate a settlement. He also talks about the crops he planted at his plantation and wishes he planted more.
Unknown Person to George Meade, June 27, 1797

06-27-1797

Unknown, Abyssinia, NJ wrote to George Meade, unaddressed. This person wrote to George Meade concerning the issue of the waterway and Dr. Rush. People included: Dr. Rush, Tilghman, Mr. Ketland.
George Van Brugh Brown to Susan Kean, June 8, 1797

George Vabrush Brown
06-08-1797

George Vanbrugh Brown wrote from Kilmarnock, Virginia to Peter Kean and Susan Kean, unaddressed. In his letter to Peter Kean, Brown was happy to hear how much progress he made since he saw him last. Informed Peter that his cousin desired her love to him and the other boys. Misfortune happened upon Aunt Livingston’s family, hoped Vanbrugh recovered. In a letter addressed to Susan Kean, Brown complimented Peter and believed he would meet his mother’s most sanguine expectations. Brown’s wife was well and hoped she would derive great advantage from the Narrowgate Watters.
George Van Brugh Brown to Susan Kean, December 2, 1797

George Van Brugh Brown
12-02-1797

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Holmes, Kilmarnock, Scotland to Susan Kean, his aunt, mistakenly addressed to Elizabethtown, NY instead of Elizabethtown, NJ. He was glad to hear from Susan that she and Peter were well, saying they gave him and Elizabeth (his wife?) much joy. He said that he looked forward to receiving another letter from Peter. He asked about multiple family members and asked Susan to send his best. His wife had been ill recently and that prevented him from writing. He wrote about his career in the army, the rising taxes, and his desire to own land in the country.

People Included: Maria Ricketts,Philip Livingston, Cornelia Livingston, Mary L., and Betsey Bayard.

Places Included: Abyssnia Estate, Elizabethtown, NJ
George Van Brugh Brown to Susan Kean, December 2, 1797

George Van Brugh Brown
12-02-1797

George Van Brugh Brown wrote from Holmes, Kilmarnock, North Britain, to Susan Kean, his aunt, mistakenly addressed to Elizabeth Town, NY instead of Elizabeth Town, NJ. He was glad to hear from Susan that she and Peter were well, saying they gave him and Elizabeth, his wife, much joy. He said that he looked forward to receiving another letter from Peter. He asked about multiple family members and asked Susan to send his best. His wife had been ill recently and that prevented him from writing. He wrote about his career in the army, the rising taxes, and his desire to own land in the country.

People Included: Maria Ricketts,Philip Livingston, Cornelia Livingston, Mary L., and Betsey Bayard.

Places Included: Abyssnia Estate, Elizabeth Town, NJ
George Van Brugh Brown to Susan Kean, February 28, 1797

George Van Brugh Brown
02-28-1797

George Van Brugh Brown wrote to Susan Kean, his aunt, address not included. He wrote that he was happy to have heard from Betsy Bayard that that Susan had recovered from her illness and that Peter was doing well. He hoped that she had received his letter that was enclosed with Mrs. R. Box about his recent change of life. This possibly refers to a marriage as he then wrote that "Mrs. B begs you will accept her kindest love". He asked that when she saw his Indies family (presumably the Ricketts) that she give them his love and mentioned that he wrote to Philip Livingston recently.
Nancy (A.B.) Brown to Susan Kean, June 14, 1794

Nancy (A.B.) Brown
1794-06-14

Nancy Brown wrote to Susan Kean in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nancy informed Susan that she found her husband William confined to their bed upon her return home. He had fallen from a beam from a newly raised house and received a terrible cut that would turn into a scar. Lady Kitty asked to be remembered kindly by Susan and John Kean. Nancy recommended Violet to Lady Kitty but she said she did not have time to attend to the servants and was afraid Violet would not be steady enough for her. The letter was presented to Susan by Coll. Beckwith. Nancy also sent John Kean gloves.
P. Butler to Susan Kean, December 13, 1797

P. Butler
12-13-1797

P. Butler in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Butler wrote to Susan confirming she had land in Georgia she wished to sell. People included: Mr. Floyd, Butler daughters. Places included: Georgia.
J. Gordon to Susan Kean, April 30, 1797

J. Gordon
04-30-1797

J. Gordon wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Susan Kean in Abyssinia, New Jersey. Gordon informed Susan that she was staying in Philadelphia because she found herself a faithful friend, an Irish painter.
J. Gordon to Susan Kean, August 8, 1797

J. Gordon
08-08-1797

J. Gordon wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Gordon was disappointed as she was not able to leave Philadelphia and visit Susan. Asked Susan to send greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Ricketts and Mrs. Livingston. Had her likeness taken by a friend of hers who was an excellent artist. She was drawn in the “allitude” of hope with her anchor in her right hand and a letter from her mother in her left, which was entirely legible. She was dressed in muslin with the tartan turban and tartan scarf, the background was the sea with a vessel in the distance. The painting was to be sent to her mother as filial gratitude.
J. Gordon to Susan Kean, December 4, 1797

J. Gordon
1797-12-04

J. Gordon wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Rejoiced exceedingly to hear Susan perfectly recovered. Informed Susan she needed to live for Peter’s sake. She made no engagements and had no desire to change her situation. Discussed Mr. Capron and said he was a Frenchman and a Patriot. His sentiments were very different from her own as Gordon considered herself Briton. When she first arrived, several Patriots frequented the house. Now they shunned the house like they would a British man of war. Told them she would rather see the Devil than a “sans culottes.” She was much more at ease and chose her company, whom were French Aristocrats and two or three Italians in whose language she made considerable progress. This document is incomplete.
J. Gordon to Susan Kean, November 8, 1797

J. Gordon
1797-11-08

J. Gordon wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Jessey informed Susan that a French gentleman whom she had not seen for three years had come to see her the previous evening. Mrs. Capron proposed that Jessey stay on the same footing to get married and to give Mr. Perovany 100£ per annum and board. Mr. Perovany was to teach drawing.
J. Gordon to Susan Kean, October 8, 1797

J. Gordon
1797-10-08

J. Gordon wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Abyssinia, New Jersey. Since Jessey left Abyssinia, she had been thinking about Susan’s well-being. Dreaded to hear accounts on Mrs. Tapray. Her journey was tiring and she was accompanied by a French man. Spoke with Amsly at the tavern and he was as weak as a lamb.
John F. Grimké to Susan Kean, October 23, 1797

John Faucherand Grimké
10-23-1797

John F. Grimké in Charleston, SC wrote to Susan Niemcewicz, unaddressed. Susan sent John a picture of Peter. John offered his advice on education. He discussed the letter of the secretary of the Santee Company concerning company shares. People included: Peter Kean, Richard Shubrick, John Kean.
Meade, Ingersoll, & Tilghman to Susan Kean, June 7, 1797

Jared Ingersoll and William Tilghman
06-07-1797

Meade, Ingersoll, & Tilghman wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. The three discussed the problems with the house on Walnut Street in Philadelphia and its deed. People included: George Meade, Thomas Willing, Mr. Ketland. Places included: Walnut Street, Philadelphia.
Susan Kean to John Rutherfurd, September 25, 1797

Susan Kean
09-25-1797

Susan Kean in Elizabeth Town, NJ wrote to John Rutherfurd, addressed to Tranquility, NJ. Letter discussed Peter's studies and poor health. People included: Mr. R., Robert, Mary, Mr. & Mrs. Ricketts. Places included: New York.
Susan Kean to Philip Livingston, November 20, 1797

Susan Kean
11-20-1797

Susan Kean wrote to Philip Livingston, unaddressed. Philip sent Susan her balance sheet. People included: John Kean.
Susan Kean to Unknown Person, November 1797

Susan Kean
11-1797

Susan Kean from Elizabethtown, New Jersey wrote to an unknown person, unaddressed. This letter is a draft and appears to be in the hand of her brother, Philip Livingston. Susan Kean informed the unknown correspondent that if they were to decline the trust reposed in them by Mr. Kean’s will, she would have been confident that they would do everything in their power to the advantage of her and Peter. Mentioned bonds the correspondent purchased with John Kean, a suit between Mr. Thomas Shubrick and John Kean, and property in Georgia.

People mentioned: John Kean, Peter Kean, Thomas Shubrick, and Jacob Read.
Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, January 12, 1797

Herman LeRoy
01-12-1797

Mr. LeRoy wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. LeRoy enclosed his bill to Mrs. Kean for review. People mentioned: Philip Livingston.
Brockholst Livingston to John Jones, September 29, 1797

Brockholst Livingston
09-29-1797

Brockholst Livingston in Elizabeth Town, NJ wrote to John Jones, addressed to New York, NY. Brockholst wrote to John that he sent him a check for $1642.50.
Brockholst Livingston with Asa Rosetter Customs Form, October 20, 1797

Henry Brockholst Livingston
03-20-1797

Customs from signed by Brockholst Livingston claiming a shipment at the Port of New York from Asa Rosetter from the Port of London.
Philip Livingston to Susan Kean, April 2, 1797

Philip Livingston
04-02-1797

Philip Livingston in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. The letter discussed the health of various family members and business advice concerning the impending conflict with France. People included: Cato, Greenleaf, Van Brugh Livingston, Mrs. Livingston. Places included: France, Court of Chancery.
Philip Livingston to Susan Kean, May 31, 1797

Philip Livingston
05-31-1797

Philip Livingston wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Philip listed the balance of Susan's account.