Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

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LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers to Susan U. Niemcewicz, December 12, 1800

1800-12-12

LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers wrote from New York, New York to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers informed Susan that they had not heard from her since their receipts of August 16, 1800, where a balance remained on their hands in her favor of approximately $1300. Enclosed their account with her balanced up to the 16^th of September [1800].
LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers with Susan U. Niemcewicz

1800-12-12

The following document is an account between LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers and Susan U. Niemcewicz. See “LeRoy, Bayard, & McEvers and Susan U. Niemcewicz, December 12, 1800” for mention of the enclosure of this account.
Susan Kean Niemcewicz and Julian Niemcewicz Indenture, July 2, 1800

1800-07-02

The following document is an indenture that outlines the marriage contract between Susan Kean and Julian Niemcewicz.
Vanderhorst & Miller to Susan Kean, April 8, 1800

1800-04-08

Vanderhorst & Miller wrote from Charleston, South Carolina to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Vanderhorst & Miller informed Susan that by the direction of Robert Barnwell, they remitted on her account under cover to Philip Livingston, Mr. L. Robinson’s bill for fifteen hundred dollars. Included with the receipt is the exchange slip.
Vanderhorst & Miller to Susan Kean [Duplicate], April 8, 1800

1800-04-08

The following document is a duplicate of Vanderhorst & Miller to Susan Kean, April 8, 1800.
Isabelle Bell to Susan Niemcewicz, December 23, 1800

Isabelle Bell
1800-12-23

Isabelle Bell wrote to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Bell expressed her disappointment in not receiving a line from Susan. She sent Bell Lucretia Rephans subscription epistle, but Susan refrained from writing a letter to her. Bell did not execute any of Susan’s commissions in New York because her time there was short. Miss Resham heard that Mr. B Livingston told his sister, Mrs. J. Livingston that he would offer Bell a salary to live in his house and take charge of his children’s education. Asked if Susan what she thought of her being an author and if Susan would subscribe to a small volume that may have the good fortune to rival the poems of the immortal Scarron.
George Brown to Susan Niemcewicz, August 10, 1800

George Brown
1800-08-10

George Brown wrote from Fort George to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Although he feared his letter would be late reaching Greenock to catch the ship en route to New York, he could not resist writing to his aunt. Concerned over the account Susan gave of his uncle’s health. Heard from Maria R that Mrs. L had a baby boy and asked Susan to extend his congratulations to her. Discussed The Quasi-War with France and possible peace negotiations. His brigade had no less than twenty Irish Prisoners of whom the two O’Connors were the most remarkable. Brown mentioned his family was well. They had John inoculated twice, though unsuccessfully. Proposed trying again in the autumn.

People mentioned: Julian Niemcewicz and Peter Kean.
George Brown to Susan Niemcewicz, September 8, 1800

George Brown
1800-09-08

George Brown wrote from Fort George to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Brown hoped that one day Peter and his little boy could be acquainted and develop a friendship. His baby boy was learning to walk, speaking a few words, and clapping his hands when desired. His daughter was quite randy but very smart. They were uncertain regarding peace and war. The foreign journals reported a separate peace, which Brown did not believe. Observed in the newspapers that the French sent over Mr. Otto as charge “des” affairs and asked if this was Eliza’s father.
Elias Budinot to James Morris, September 9, 1800

Elias Budinot
09-09-1800

Elias Budinot wrote from Philadelphia to James Morris, address not included. The letter originally included two deeds for Lord Perth to execute.

People Included: Mr. Chalpmess, Lord Perth, Mr. Shimicy

Places Included: Burlington, NJ
Jonathan Burrall to Susan Kean, January 3, 1800

Jonathan Burrall
1800-01-03

Jonathan Burrall wrote from New York to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Burrall informed Susan that her power of attorney applied to her eight stocks and he applied the interest to her credit. Discussed interest rates of stocks and was of the opinion that the government would be obliged to borrow four or five million more in 1800 but was unsure if that would affect the price. Also discussed the purchase amount of Bank Stocks.
Jonathan Burrall to Susan Niemcewicz, July 14, 1800

Jonathan Burrall
1800-07-14

Jonathan Burrall wrote from New York, New York to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Burrall informed Susan that he had received her Bank Book from Mr. Ghan and all entries up to the present date were made. Mr. Ghan would return the Bank Book to her. Observed that a Power of Attorney was not necessary to transfer stocks from the Books of the Treasury to those of the Commissioner of Loans in the State of New York, but the Certificates needed to be sent to the Register of the Treasury, with Susan’s request that they be transferred to the Books of the Commissioner of Loans in New York. However, it was necessary to send a Power of Attorney to the Cashier of the Bank of the United States to receive the interest up to June 30, as the new certificate for placing it in New York will have interest from July 1. Advised that Mr. Niemcewicz join in the power to prevent the necessity of a certificate respecting their marriage contract. Burrall and his wife joined in congratulating Susan on her marriage.

People mentioned: Julian Niemcewicz
Jonathan Burrall to Susan Niemcewicz, September 19, 1800

Jonathan Burrall
1800-09-19

Jonathan Burrall wrote from New York, New York to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Burrall informed Susan that he purchased 1800 Dollars deferred debt at 16/10, which with the Brokers Commission amounts to 1522.57 Dollars arguably to the amount enclosed. Asked Susan to direct him as to which name he should have it placed in the Books.
LeDoux Caradeuse to Susan Kean, July 3, 1800

LeDoux Caradeuse
1800-07-03

LeDoux Caradeuse wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Caradeuse asked Susan to confirm her marriage to Julian Niemcewicz. This letter is written in French.
Catherine Church to Susan U. Niemcewicz, July 5, 1800

Catherine Church
1800-07-05

Catherine Church wrote to Susan U. Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Church expressed her and her friends’ sincere interest in Susan’s partnership with Julian Niemcewicz. Hoped for Susan’s felicity and that of her esteemed partner. Noted that Susan did not fix her residence closer to Church and their mutual friends, but supposed Susan would visit soon. Expressed well wishes and friendship to both Susan and Julian.
Abraham Clark to Susan Kean, March 17, 1800

Abraham Clark
1800-03-17

The following document is a legal manuscript composed by Abraham Clark in reference to Susan Kean purchasing property in Elizabethtown, New Jersey.
Abraham Clark to Susan Kean, April 26, 1800

Abraham Clark and Susan Kean
1800-04-26

The following document is a reminder noting that Susan Kean promised to pay Abraham Clark $225 sixty days after April 26, 1800.
Jane Dayton to Susan Kean, May 7, 1800

Jane Dayton
1800-05-07

Jane Dayton wrote from Elizabethtown, New Jersey to Susan Kean at Mrs. Caradoux’s corner of Moore and Pearl Streets, New York. Jane Dayton informed Susan that Mr. Dayton had just heard that Mr. Paul was going off immediately and thought it the best mode of sending Peter to her. Hoped he reached her safely. Sorry to hear Susan was unwell and confined with gout. Mentioned a wedding that took place the night prior and that they had a party of twenty. Jane wrote her letter in haste as she had three or four people around her. Mentioned that they were supposed to go to the falls but the rain disappointed them. Jane had been so much engaged with company and hindered by bad weather from going to the house for a day or two but furnished Betty with lime and a brush and have read to her Susan’s directions.
Beaumanoir de la Forest to Susan Kean, July 15, 1800

Beaumanoir de la Forest
1800-07-15

Beaumanoir de la Forest wrote from Paris, France to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Forest informed Susan that Mr. Pichon, who was formerly War Secretary to the Embassy, would return to the United States and planned to deliver Susan’s letter, which included a drawing from Eliza. Mr. De La Forest had gone to Lunévilleand Beaumanoir de la Forest planned to join him in a fortnight and planned on taking her daughter Caroline with her. Although she would lose a little on account of her education, she would get to see more of the world. Beaumanoir added more to her letter on the 19^th of July where she informed Susan that Mr. Brognare[?] was planning on following Mr. Pichon to America and going to Washington. She was an accomplished young lady, well brought up by her parents, sensible, and full of talents. She did not speak English and Beaumanoir asked Susan to recommend her to her friends.
Beaumanoir de la Forest to Susan U. Niemcewicz, July 13, 1800

Beaumanoir de la Forest
1800-07-13

Beaumanoir de la Forest wrote from Paris, France to an unknown correspondent (likely Susan Niemcewicz) Forest extended her condolences on the death of Susan’s mother. Claimed that America was a terrible country for sudden changes of luck, one day you were sick and the next the reverse. Though she did not have a great love for America since it was not her country, she would always remember how pleasant it was and would return to pay a visit. Her children Eliza, Caroline, and Angelica would soon be young ladies. The first two were tall for their ages and Angelica was a sweet girl. Mentioned Alexander Hamilton and how he was her favorite amongst the Americans although she was ready to not be so cordial with him. If the reports were true, Hamilton was too in love with the English, and the English were “wicked people” always blowing the fire of war while they (the French) were in earnest to extinguish it. Mr. Otto was appointed Commissary for the Exchange of Prisoners to London. Forest also discussed mutual acquaintances and family.
John Grimke to Susan Kean, January 14, 1800

John Grimke
1800-01-14

John Grimke wrote from Charleston, South Carolina to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Grimke informed Susan that he had recently returned to Charleston and his attorney received from Mr. Reed the amount of the two payments that Susan’s brother (Philip) made on account of the monies paid by Grimke on Susan’s Santee Canal Shares. His attorney also informed him that he advanced another payment on Susan’s scrip of $64.29. Expressed his disappointment that Colo. Senf (John Christian Senf) deceived them. They were now in the month of January and were called on for a further subscription of $128.57. All of the proprietors were extremely disappointed at the length of time their engineer was taking to do the work. Senf had already doubled the first estimate he laid before the Directors for the total expense. Hoped there was a probability of the Santee Canal being completed and it becoming a lucrative part of his fortune. Mrs. Grimke received an old letter from Susan that she only just received on account of their long absence from Charleston. Grimke expressed his thanks for Susan’s attention to him in the prescription forwarded, but the disorder he suffered from was asthma. Mrs. Grimke would have responded to Susan herself, but Grimke suffered from an asthma attack as soon as they arrived in Charleston and Mrs. G was therefore preoccupied with her family affairs. Their second daughter struck her elbow against a teapot and scalded her right arm from her wrist to her shoulder. Hoped she would not lose the use of her arm, nor contracture at the elbow. As it began to suppurate, it required all of Mrs. G’s attention.
John Grimke to Susan Kean, March 22, 1800

John Grimke
1800-03-22

John Grimke wrote from Charleston, South Carolina to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Grimke thanked Susan for the recipe she shared with him however, he no longer needed to take medicine for his asthma but kept it in case of a relapse. Enclosed a statement on the Santee Canal. The Directors called for another payment in July, as they incurred a large debt by borrowing money from the Bank in Charleston and engaged to repay as soon as the Canal was finished. Grimke and Mr. Barnwell discussed Susan’s affairs in the Southward and Grimke was pleased to inform her that the rise of the value of lands that belonged to the estate had considerably increased her property. By the time Peter reached adulthood, he would have a very handsome competence to begin the world with. Conversed with Mr. Shubrick and Mr. Barnwell on Shubrick’s intended Chancery suit.

People mentioned: Peter Kean, Robert Barnwell, Richard Shubrick, and John Kean.
Finances of Susan Kean, August 13, 1800

Susan Kean
08-13-1800

A book of Susan Kean's various financial activities primarily from October of 1795 up to 1800. An entry dated as late as 1816 can be found as well. The writings contain information on money received and paid out, various stocks, dividends, and bonds held by Susan, and the value of certain possessions.
Susan Kean to Gustavus Risberg, January 1, 1800

Susan Kean
1800-01-01

The following document is a draft of Susan Kean’s proven Power of Attorney where she named Gustavus Risberg as her true and lawful attorney. The document was to be acknowledged before the Judge of the Court of Common Pleas. See Gustavus Risberg to Susan Kean dated December 31, 1799, for mention and an enclosed Power of Attorney.
Thomas Law on Washington Theatre, November 26, 1800

Thomas Law
1800-11-26

The following document is an excerpt of Thomas Law’s on the opening of Washington Theatre. The excerpt was published in the National Intelligencer dated November 26, 1800 “On Opening the Theatre at the City of Washington, in the Great Hotel.” The document was transcribed and sent to Susan Kean from an unknown correspondent.
Thomas Law to Julian Niemcewicz, April 7, 1800

Thomas Law
1800-04-07

Thomas Law wrote from Washington, D.C. to Julian Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. Law congratulated Julian on his marriage to Susan. Mrs. Niemcewicz’s amiable qualities were well known to all of Mrs. Laws’ friends. Invited Julian and Susan to Washington. Mr. Thornton’s the Secrets of Lesatron[?] was with him and he anticipated Liston within a few days.