Liberty Hall Collection 1790s

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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. Grimke to Susan Niemcewicz, October 23, 1797

John Faucherand Grimke
10-23-1797

John F. Grimke 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.
George Meade to Susan Kean, July 3, 1797

George Meade
1797-07-03

George Meade wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. The bulk of Meade’s letter addressed the waterway situation between his and Susan’s yards in Philadelphia. Meade informed Susan that the water from his yard needed to pass through her yard and then through Dr. Rush’s. The deed clearly outlined that Meade’s waterway was to enter her yard. Found it strange that Susan insisted Meade pay the expense.

People mentioned: Dr. Benjamin Rush, Peter Kean, John Kean, Sarah Ricketts, and Edward Tilghman.
George Meade to Susan Kean, June 26, 1797

George Meade
06-26-1797

George Meade in Philadelphia, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. This discussed the issue of the water at the property in Philadelphia. People included: Edward Tilghman, Willing, Risberg, Dr. Rush, Mrs. Meade, Mr. and Mrs. Ricketts, Mr. Ketland.
Richard Moore to Susan Kean, June 16, 1797

Richard Channing Moore
06-16-1797

Richard Moore in Richmond, VA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Moore apologized for the slow response to Susan's letters. He wrote of Peter Kean and stated he had no account of time that Peter was at the parsonage. People included. Dr. Halstead, Peter Kean, Mrs. Livingston. Places included: unnamed parsonage.
S. Ogden to Susan Kean, November 12, 1797

S. Ogden
11-12-1797

S. Ogden wrote from Montreal, Québec, Canada to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Ogden apologized for her delay in responding to Susan’s epistle. Her husband had two fistula operations and was recovering. Mentioned Harriet was a half boarder in the Convent of the Sisters of the Congregation where she attended from seven in the morning until six in the evening to perfect her French. Ogden’s two eldest boys went to the country to spend the winter with French Priests where they will speak only French. Planned to send Henry to New York the following summer to live with a merchant and Isaac wished to join the army. Her youngest boys were attending a local school. Enquired about Peter and suggested once boys reached a certain age, they were better off away from home. Montreal, at present, was enlivened by Mr. Ricketts who built a handsome circus and performed wonderful feats of activity and horsemanship.

People mentioned: John Bill Ricketts
Mr. Ogden and Mrs. Ogden to Susan Kean, December 30, 1797

Unknown Ogden
12-30-1797

Mr. Ogden and Mrs. Ogden wrote to Susan Kean, address not included, to invite her to dinner at their house on Saturday. On the back of the letter is an embroidery pattern.
Thomas M. Randolph to James Brown, June 21, 1797

Thomas M. Randolph
06-21-1797

Thomas M. Randolph wrote to James Brown. The letter is a short personal correspondence talking about various topics such as his health and the latest harvest. Contents are very difficult to decipher.
Jacob Read to Susan Kean, July 2, 1797

Jacob Read
07-02-1797

Jacob Read in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Jacob stated he was slow to respond as he was in Carolina. People included: Mr. & Mrs. Ricketts, Mrs. H. Dayton, Mrs. C, Dr. Rush, Mrs. Reed, postmaster. Places included: Carolina.
Maria S. P. & James Ricketts to Susan Kean, April 29, 1797

James Ricketts
04-29-1797

Maria S. P. & James Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. Maria informed Susan of the improved health of grandma. James wrote to Susan about business matters such as a deed execution and other issues. People included: Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong, Capt. Ogden, Peter Kean. Places included: Parson Augustine House.
Sarah Livingston Ricketts to Susan Kean, June 2, 1797

Sarah Ricketts
06-02-1797

Sarah Livingston Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. She discussed dining with the newlyweds and requested lobster and a box of spermaceti. People included: Bob, Mr. A. Odgen, Bibby, Miss Ricketts, Miss Ramsey, Peter Kean, Mr. Bize, Mrs. A., William Ricketts, Molly. Places included: New York.