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Julian Ursin Niemcewicz to Moses Fraser, November 26, 1804

Julian U. Niemcewicz
1804-11-26

The following document is a receipt noting the sum received for items such as buckwheat and from Julian Niemcewicz to Moses Fraser.
Julian Ursin Niemcewicz to Nehemiah Tunis, December 6, 1804

Julian U. Niemcewicz
1804-12-06

The following document is a receipt with acknowledgment of payment received for plowing work at 20 shillings: a day three pounds 10 shillings from Julian Niemcewicz to Nemiah Tunis.
List of Articles by Julian Niemcewicz, circa October 1804

Julian U. Niemcewicz
circa October 1804

The following document is a list of articles that Julian Niemcewicz planned to bring back with him from Poland.
Julian Niemcewicz to Susan Niemcewicz, May 21, 1804

Julian Ursin Niemcewicz
1804-05-21

Julian Niemcewicz wrote from Paris, France to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Julian was at last in Paris and approaching the Sea Coast to sail as soon as possible for America. It was painful to leave his brothers, sisters, and friends. To alleviate their grief Julian told them he would try and persuade Susan to visit. He was astonished and mortified that Susan had yet to receive the handkerchief he sent. Mr. Livingston left for England. The “old lady,” Mr. and Mrs. Robert Livingston, and Peter were in Paris and received Julian with attention and kindness. Dined with the Livingstons and Mr. du Pont de Nemours. Saw Mrs. Vaulblane and her daughter, who looked sickly and very thin. A few days prior a new European was proclaimed with great awe and solemnity. The people remained quiet; they were so tired of revolutions that they preferred the quiet to any uncertain state. Susan shall see in the papers the new constitution and the titles conferred upon Bonaparte’s family. Asked Susan to tell Tom that he brought him a hat and if he behaved well, he could have it. He would also reward Betty and Philip.

People mentioned: Mr. Malure, Mr. Barnet, Mr. and Mrs. Ricketts, Maria Ricketts, Peter Kean, Mr. and Mrs. Ballasize, the Livingston family, Mr. du Pont de Nemours, and Mrs. Vaulblane.

This document also refers to enslaved people and/or servants including Tom, Betty, and Philip.
Susan Niemcewicz to John Chandler, November 9, 1804

Susan Niemcewicz
1804-11-09

The following document is a receipt for a pair of shoes for enslaved people from Susan Niemcewicz to John Chandler.

People mentioned: Tom (enslaved person).
Susan Niemcewicz to Jonas Wade, May 3, 1804

Susan Niemcewicz
1804-05-03

The following document is a receipt from Susan Niemcewicz to Jonas Wade for 1 load nut wood 90 feet.
Susan Niemcewicz with Aaron Bedford, November 3, 1804

Susan Niemcewicz
1804-11-13

The following document is a receipt from Susan Niemcewicz to Aaron Bedford for setting hoops.
Susan Niemcewicz to Mr. English, December 14, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-12-14

The following document is a note from Susan Niemcewicz acknowledging that twenty-four dollars was to be remitted to Mr. English of Basking Ridge, New Jersey for Peter Kean’s education at the College of New Jersey (later Princeton University).
Susan Niemcewicz to Unknown Person, January 6, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-01-06

Susan Niemcewicz wrote from Elizabethtown, New Jersey to an unknown person (likely James McEvers.) Before she was favored with their last letter, Mr. James Ricketts told Susan that her brother, Philip, had said if she wished it, she might be interested in purchasing lots that belonged to her father’s estate. Susan requested that her portion of the last dividend be invested in that property. She informed her brother but he was ill and did not respond to her favor. Enclosed two checks; one of her brother’s on the Manhattan Bank and one of her own on the United States. The money sent by Mr. Gahn would pay the Bond and interest due on the Carolina Company and a portion invested in United States stocks.
Susan Niemcewicz to Z. Lewis August 17, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-08-17

The following document is a receipt for issues of The Spectator from May 17, 1801 to August 17, 1804.
Susan Niemcewicz with Chapman Co., December 31, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-12-31

The following document is a receipt reflecting Chapman Co.’s account with Susan Niemcewicz for services such as letters and newspapers.
Susan Niemcewicz with Jacob Lee, November 23, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-11-23

The following document is a receipt noting the sum of five shillings was received in full for making a pump handle from Susan Niemcewicz to Jacob Lee.
Susan U. Niemcewicz with David Whitehead, October 8, 1804

Susan U. Niemcewicz
1804-10-08

The following document is a receipt to David Whitehead from Susan Niemcewicz for three chairs that were paid in full.
Susan Ursin Niemcewicz to Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, March 11, 1804

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz
03-11-1804

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz wrote from Elizabeth Town, New Jersey to Julian Ursin Niemcewicz, her husband, in Paris, France. The letter was to be sent to Baltimore first and then forwarded to Paris. She expresses concern that she has not heard from Julian, but blames the Napoleonic Wars. She gives him updates on herself, Peter Kean, and their family.

People Included: Philip Peter Livingston, Peter Philip James Kean, Otto LaForest, Mrs. LaForest, Mr. DeSartess

Enslaved People: Tomas

Places included: New York, Paris
Joseph Pitcairn to Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804 [Duplicate]

Joseph Pitcairn
1804-07-21

The following document is a duplicate of a letter from Joseph Pitcairn in Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey [near New York]. Pitcairn received, by the Duchess of Courland, Julian’s favor of the 22^nd of April along with a final parcel for Mrs. Niemcewicz. Enclosed a note of his expenses paid on Julian’s things, the amount of which Julian could pay Mr. McCormick at his leisure. Pitcairn succeeded in “getting away” Julian’s belongings and hoped from the season of the year that they reached the destination safely and in good order. Flattered that the late change of ministry in England may free them from the blockade. Pitcairn observed the vessel in which Julian expected to embark and planned to search the lists frequently for her arrival. The Continent appeared to be inclined to preserve peace.

People mentioned: Duchess of Courland, Susan Niemcewicz, and Mr. McCormick.

Places mentioned: France and Russia.
Joseph Pitcairn to Julian Niemcewicz, September 10, 1804

Joseph Pitcairn
1804-09-10

Joseph Pitcairn wrote from Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Pitcairn had before him Julian’s esteemed favor of the 15^th of July from Nantes and sincerely hoped Julian was in America well and happy with his family. Everything Julian committed to Pitcairn’s care for New York had been forwarded, except for a little box from the Duchess of Courland. Pitcairn planned to have someone deliver that directly to Julian. Dissatisfactions that had long been brewing between Russia and France drew to a development. The following Spring, they would either have a peace or a serious war. Hoped Julian would send him seeds or any little thing rare in the Country and Pitcairn promised to return the civility.

People mentioned: The Duchess of Courland.

Place mentioned: Nantes, France.
Joseph Pitcairn to Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804

Jospeh Pitcairn
1804-07-21

Joseph Pitcairn wrote from Hamburg to Julian Niemcewicz to the care of Henry Gahn in New York, New York. The following letter is the original of “Joseph Pitcairn to Julian Niemcewicz, July 21, 1804.” Pitcairn received, by the Duchess of Courland, Julian’s favor of the 22^nd of April along with a final parcel for Mrs. Niemcewicz. Enclosed a note of his expenses paid on Julian’s things, the amount of which Julian could pay Mr. McCormick at his leisure. Pitcairn succeeded in “getting away” Julian’s belongings and hoped from the season of the year that they reached the destination safely and in good order. Flattered that the late change of ministry in England may free them from the blockade. Pitcairn observed the vessel in which Julian expected to embark and planned to search the lists frequently for her arrival. The Continent appeared to be inclined to preserve peace.

People mentioned: Duchess of Courland, Susan Niemcewicz, and Mr. McCormick.

Places mentioned: France and Russia.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, January 31, 1804

Gusatvus Risberg
1804-01-31

Gusatvus Risberg recorded various earnings and expenditures of Susan Ursin Niemcewicz.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, April 15, 1804

Gustavus Risberg
1804-04-15

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Acknowledged Susan’s favor of the 7^th Instant and observed that Mr. Niemcewicz was still in Europe. Mrs. Cox was supposed to notify Susan if she wanted to move out of her house in Philadelphia, but Risberg doubted Mrs. Cox would move because she was fond of the neighborhood. Mr. Smith declined to receive dividends unless they were paid into the Bank, which induced Risberg to delay the transfer of the Insurance Shares in the event that a dividend be made in July. He was enabled to receive it on the Turnpike Shares as well. The Power for Mr. Simpson to receive the Bank dividend would be forwarded in due time.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, January 31, 1804

Gustavus Risberg
1804-01-31

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg enclosed his account with Susan, see “Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, January 31, 1804.” Mrs. Cox and Mr. Morris paid their rent into the Bank of the United States. Asked Susan to inform him in whose name the fifty shares of the N.A. Insurance Stock should be transferred to.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, June 26, 1804

Gustavus Risberg
1804-06-26

Gustavus Risberg in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wrote to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg’s close attendance at the Compting House prevented him from meeting with Col. Williams. Enclosed a Certificate for Fifty N.A. Insurance Shares and a Power of Attorney to Mr. Simpson to receive the Bank dividend, which Risberg asked Susan to sign and acknowledge before a Notary Public or a Judge. He also enclosed a Blank Power to receive dividends on Turnpike Shares.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, March 7, 1804

Gustavus Risberg
1804-03-07

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Favored with Susan’s letter of the 28^th of February and that of the 18^th of January, which arrived defaced on account of getting wet. As soon as he recovered from his indisposition, Risberg endeavored to procure the respective Powers for receiving dividends and forwarding them with the Insurance Shares by a private conveyance. Also planned to attend to the business with Dr. Rush and Mr. Simpson.

People mentioned: Dr. Benjamin Rush, Mr. Simpson, and Julian Niemcewicz.
Gustavus Risberg to Susan Niemcewicz, May 21, 1804

Gustavus Risberg
1804-05-21

Gustavus Risberg wrote from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Risberg informed Susan that R. W. Morris placed $106.66 in credit on her account and Mrs. Cox will have deposited $119. Susan was to draw upon Mr. Simpson (Cashier) for the sums either in one or more drafts. Regretted Mr. Niemcewicz’s long absence. Susan should select a new agent in four or five months.

People mentioned: Robert W. Morris and Julian Niemcewicz.
S. Robertson to Susan Niemcewicz, June 20, 1804

S. Robertson
1804-06-20

S. Robertson wrote from Paris, France to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Robertson could not let an opportunity pass without addressing a few lines to Susan to assure her of their affectionate remembrance and to congratulate Susan on her choice of marrying Julian Niemcewicz. Regretted that they could not enjoy Julian’s company as much as they wished on account of his habitation being in the center of Paris.
Kitty Nielson to Susan Niemcewicz, November 3, 1803

1803-11-03

Kitty Nielson wrote from Sandyhill, New Jersey to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Based on Mrs. Robinson’s account of the situation with Harriet’s arm, Kitty Nielson apprehended that she should be put under the care of a skillful surgeon. Her sister had spoken of Harriet in so light a manner that Kitty had no idea it was so serious an injury. Advised John to bring her by water as she feared the motion of a carriage would be too severe for her.

People mentioned: Harriet, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Armstrong, and Mrs. Ricketts.