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Kean and Livingston, circa 1700s

Philip Livingston
circa 1700s

The following document lists the amount in sales of lands. The verso reads “Sale of Lands on Mr Livingston’s Judgment – Georgia.” This document is undated.
Philip Livingston and Susan Kean, December 15, 1796

Philip Livingston
12-15-1796

Philip Livingston and Susan Kean wrote this unaddressed document. Susan wrote down information concerning US Bank and NY Bank stock. People included: William Dayton. Places included: Bank of the United States, Bank of New York.
Philip Livingston to Susan Kean, January 10, 1796

Philip Livingston
01-10-1796

Philip Livingston in New York wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Susan Kean kept a cancelled promissory note signed by Philip Livingston to pay Susan Kean in 6 months. Philip gave the note to Susan to cancel John Kean's debt with William Otto.
Philip Livingston to Susan Kean, October 1, 1796

Philip Livingston
10-01-1796

Philip Livingston in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. This letter discussed bank stock. The fever forced the Livingstons to escape the area. People included: Mr. Burrall, Mr. Kean, Mr. Simpson, Mrs. Livingston, Livingston children, Capt. Brown, Mr. Winthrop, Mr. Ricketts, Mrs. Ricketts. Places included: Livingston House.
Philip Livingston to Susan Kean, September 6, 1796

Philip Livingston
09-06-1796

Philip Livingston in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Philip discussed business matters with Susan, including bank stock and farmland. People included: Mr. Winthrop, Mr. Steel, Mr. Risberg, Mr. Ricketts, Eoff, Mrs. Livingston. Places included: Bank of the United States.
Philip Livingston to John Rutherford, March 8, 1796

Philip Peter Livingston
03-08-1796

Philip Livingston wrote from New York, NY, to John Rutherfurd, addressed to Philadelphia, PA. He had heard via his sisters Sarah Ricketts and Susan Kean, that George Van Brugh Brown, a Captain in the British Army had arrived in Philadelphia from Jamaica. He had left his regiment in North Carolina and traveled north alone and most likely did not know anyone in the city. Philip referred to George as his cousin, but he is in fact the son of Philip's sister Mary. He asked John if he could introduce him to the British Charge des affairs, Mr. Bond. Philip's wife, Cornelia Livingston, made the same request of her sister's husband, Colonel Reade.
John Lowell to Gouverneur Kemble, October 3, 1796

John Lowell
10-03-1796

John Lowell in Boston wrote to Gouverneur Kemble, addressed to New York. This letter detailed the shipping of goods. These goods included raven duck cloth, rupion duck, iron, and hemp on the sloop Harlequin. People included: Capt. Cropsey, Mr. Rupill. Places included: New York, Rupill's wharf.
Peter McCall to Susan Kean, March 13, 1796

Peter McCall
03-13-1796

Peter McCall in Philadelphia, PA, to Susan Kean, New York, NY. Peter McCall informed Susan Kean that he gave the goods to Mr. Risberg, who paid notes to him in compensation for the customs duties. People included: Gustav Risberg. Places included: customs house.
Peter McCall to Susan Kean, March 5, 1796

Peter McCall
03-05-1796

Peter McCall in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Mr. McCall informed Mrs. Kean that her products from Asia had arrived. People included: Mr. Kean.
Janet Montgomery to Susan Kean, May 5, 17xx

Janet Montgomery
17xx-05-05

Janet Montgomery wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Janet informed Susan that she would be unable to visit her sister. She was visiting the Chancellor and fell ill with a cold that got progressively worse. If her health improved and her mother continued well, she planned to go with Edward. Asked to present her sister with love. This document is undated.
David M. Randolph wrote to James Brown, May 14, 1796

David M. Randolph
05-14-1796

David M. Randolph wrote to James Brown, addressed to Richmond, VA. This letter discussed a bill for which Randolph requested immediate remittance. Places included: Philadelphia.
Thomas M. Randolph to James Brown, June 17, 1796

Thomas M. Randolph
06-17-1796

Thomas M. Randolph in Monticello, Charlottesville, VA wrote to James Brown, unaddressed. This letter detailed a sale of wheat and clarified a previous letter. People included: Snelson, Nicholson.
Thomas M. Randolph to James Brown, November 12, 1796

Thomas M. Randolph
11-12-1796

Thomas M. Randolph in Milton, VA wrote to James Brown, unaddressed. Randolph drew on Brown for $46.72 for the Sherriff of Albemarle County. He looked to make another draft on Mr. Brown for payments to John Watson and Dr. [Currie]. People included: Mr. [Inliafino], John Watson, Dr. Currie, Snelson. Places: Albemarle.
James Ricketts to Unknown, circa 1700s

James Ricketts
circa 1700s

James Ricketts wrote to an unknown person (possibly Susan Kean), unaddressed. Ricketts informed his correspondent that he had just finished their sister’s letter of the 19^th and had the pleasure of receiving a long letter from his boy, James. James gave an account of his proceedings abroad a Frigate. James was delighted with the new captain, who offered him free use of his library. James was so taken with the city of Cadiz that he drew a sketch of it. He planned on leaving Cadiz as soon as another Frigate joined them then they were going to sail up the Mediterranean. Ricketts informed his correspondent that two years to the day, they had arrived home. This document is undated.
Sarah Ricketts to Susan Kean, April 7, 1796

Sarah Ricketts
04-07-1796

Sarah Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. Sarah complained of a headache that kept her up last night. Madame Tapray planned on going to New York to get scholars to teach music. Sarah offered general updates on various people and their goals. People Included: Miss Gordon, Captain [Brown], Mr. Jackson, Philip Livingston, Mrs. Livingston, Livingston child, Mr. Rickett, Madame Tapray, Mr. Bandyek, Mrs. Carredeaux, Brockholst, Mrs. Lewis, Nick, Mrs. A-g. Places included: New York, Scotland, Puerto Rico.
Sarah Ricketts to Susan Kean, circa 1700s

Sarah Ricketts
circa 1700s

Sarah Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean in New York, New York. Sarah’s children were well over the measles but she feared they would get sick with colds. Hoped Peter recovered and that Susan’s leg was better. Received a letter from George Brown dated the 4^th where he informed Sarah that he was in Philadelphia at 129 Arch Street and supposed that they would see him in New York soon. Longed to see Susan but supposed she would not be able to leave town until their brother made another dividend.

People mentioned: George Brown, Peter Kean, Mrs. Armstrong, Mrs. Livingston, Philip Livingston, and Mr. Ricketts.
Sarah Ricketts to Susan Kean, circa 1790s

Sarah Ricketts
circa 1790s

Sarah Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean in New York, New York. Sarah had just heard Cato intended to go early in the morning to New York, therefore she could only write a few lines. She had been troubled with a headache and languor for a few days. She attributed her restlessness to wanting to exercise and she planned on riding on horseback. Sarah took medicine but did not feel better. Feared Peter had no more Methegalin [Metheglin]. She received a letter from G. Brown and he said he would set out soon with Captain Duncanson. The children were all recovered. This document is undated.
Sarah Ricketts to Susan Kean, circa January 1796

Sarah Ricketts
circa January 1796

Sarah Ricketts wrote to Susan Kean addressed to the care of Philip Livingston. Sarah informed Susan she had written to her a few days ago that her children were sick. They all had bad colds but were otherwise well. Thanked Susan for the Barley and Raisins and hoped her business was almost completed. Advised her not to be uneasy about bringing Peter to visit as Susan kept him free of infection. Discussed a room being quite smart and decorated with green silk. Sarah had letters addressed to Susan that she believed were from Mrs. Corvaisier and a gentleman who stopped at Lyons.
Sarah Ricketts to Susan Kean, January 11, 1796

Sarah Ricketts
01-11-1796

Sarah Ricketts in Elizabeth Town, NJ wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to New York, NY. The children became sick with some sort of illness. People included: Mr. Houstown, Mrs. Livingston, Mr. Kean, Mr. Ogden, Peter Ricketts, Phil Ricketts, James Ricketts, Joseph [Ricketts], Robert [Ricketts], George [Ricketts], Miss Gordon, Peter Kean, Philip Kean.
Gustav Risbert to Susan Kean, June 7, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
06-07-1796

Gustav Risberg, Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Risberg hoped that Mr. Cogniac returned the piece of satin in good order. Dr. Rush wanted to construct a building that was on property claimed by Mrs. Kean, but the deed for the property was not present in the records office. Gustav requested that Susan furnish a copy of the deed to him to prevent the construction on her property. People included: Dr. Rush, Mr. Cogniac, Mr. Meade. Places included: Record's Office, Kean house Philadelphia.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, April 14, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
04-14-1796

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed at New York, NY. Gustavus Risberg wrote to Susan Kean concerning a payment from Mr. Willing for rent. He also noted a former servant that had called concerning any letters for him. People included: Mr. Willing, Mr. Burrall, Peter Kean, unnamed ex-servant.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, April 25, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
04-25-1796

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA, wrote to Susan Kean, addressed at New York, NY. Risberg attempted to renegotiate rent with Mr. Willing who refused to pay more. A former servant took the textile with him. The Congress debated passing the treaty with England, if they accepted it, there would be greater confidence in the market. People included: Mr. Willing, Mr. Burrall, Peter Kean, unnamed ex-servant, Capt. McCray. Places included: England, Congress.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, August 15, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
08-15-1796

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg informed Susan the negotiations with Mr. M. were at an end as he lost his assets to his creditors. They settled their dispute with Dr. Rush. People included: Bonsall, Mr. M., Coxe, Livingston, Dr. Rush, Mr. Cogniac, James Ricketts. Places included: New York.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, August 30, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
08-30-1796

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Mr. Risberg enclosed a bank draft from New York. People included: James Ricketts. Place included: Branch Bank in New York.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean, December 26, 1796

Gustavus Risberg
12-26-1796

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, PA wrote to Susan Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Gustavus sent Susan a list of the sales of goods from China and advised that if there was another expedition to India, he would be able to advise on what to purchase. People included: Philip Livingston, Mr. Simpson, George Spooner, William Brown, John Negus, John Shields, Joseph Mussi, Bailey, John Myers, Jon Wolff, Sam Howell, George Wilson, Richard Jolliff, Mrs. Lockyer, Joseph Shoemaker, Edward Bartlett, Henry Lawrence, John Folwell, Ferdinand Gourdon, John Genther, John Guest, John Kean, Peter McCall. Places included: India (Asia), Canton, China.