Liberty Hall Collection 1800s

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, April 7, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-04-07
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy had been confined to his room for a while because he was ill but was recovering. Happy to hear Susan suited herself in a house. If Susan wanted to send him her green sattins, LeRoy would do his best to dispose of some. To enable him to do it, Susan had to give him the cost of it in India, with the lowest price she would let it go at. Discussed dividends and transfers.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, circa May 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-05
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote to Susan Kean in New York, New York. LeRoy informed Susan that he had just returned from her lodgings and was sorry that she was confined to her bed. As soon as the Bank opened, the amount she wished would be sent by one of the young gentlemen. Glad to hear Susan’s brother, Philip was better.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, February 16, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-02-16
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan that if she informed him of the precise sum she wanted to be placed in Judge Grimke’s hands, his house would take charge of its immediate remittance. Whenever she decided to purchase the farm she had in mind, the money she required for its payment would be ready. Discussed whether a peace in France would have an effect on the property. Was informed a few days prior that Susan’s brother, Philip could not use his legs but his general health was improving. If he weathered the winter, LeRoy was confident he would make a perfect recovery

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, February 7, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-02-07
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan that in reply to her previous letter, he had her a/c current to be revised and no material errors were discovered in the calculations, except for 44 cents, which was passed to her credit. The dividends upon Susan’s insurance shares were omitted, but two dividends have since been received and passed to her credit with $60. Sorry to hear that Susan was in low spirits. Everyone wished for a general peace and indulged to think favorably of every change that took place in France. Many people thought there would be a peace sometime in the winter.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, January 13, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-01-13
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan he observed that she made the necessary arrangements for the reception of her dividends. Discussed Susan purchasing a “house garden” and the scarcity of vessels preventing a voyage. Enclosed a note on his house balance that was applied to Susan’s credit in new accounts.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, July 3, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-07-03
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan that a new loan was about to open and was to be sold to the highest bidder. Made a tender on Susan’s a/c for $800. Since a suitable vessel could not be procured for a voyage, it would not take place that season.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, June 21, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-06-21
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan that the House, by the first conveyance, will remit to Judge Grimke the monetary value for her shares upon her 3 Santee Canal shares. Discussed dividends and Power of Attorney with Mr. Burrell.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan Kean, March 18, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-03-18
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy received Susan’s last letter where she enclosed a check endorsed to the Branch in New York for $192.86, which was remitted to Mr. Grimke to pay the installments on the Santee Canal Shares.

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  Herman LeRoy to Susan U. Niemcewicz, July 11, 1800

  Herman LeRoy

  1800-07-11
  

  Herman LeRoy wrote from New York, New York to Susan Niemcewicz in Elizabethtown, New Jersey. LeRoy informed Susan that her favor of the 5th of July was reviewed and in conformity with her wishes the House subscribed $800 for her to the new loan at 8 percent. Congratulated Susan on her marriage with Julian Niemcewicz and wished her every possible blessing that the world could afford.

  People mentioned: Julian Niemcewicz

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  Julian Niemcewicz to Susan Kean, circa 1800s

  Julian Niemcewicz

  circa 1800s
  

  Julian Niemcewicz wrote to Susan Kean, unaddressed. Niemcewicz worried about Susan’s health and asked her to take care of herself. Planned to see her later that evening or the following morning and asked of Peter [Kean]. This document is undated.

  People mentioned: Peter Kean

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  Julian Niemcewicz to Susan Kean, January 1, 1800

  Julian Niemcewicz

  01-01-1800
  

  Julian Niemcewicz in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean, adressed to Elizabethtown, NJ. He began by wishing her a happy new year and informed her that he had delivered her dispatches to Mr. Burrall at the bank, however she would have to wait a few more days until her requests could be executed. He continued explaining how many of Susan's friends in the city inquired about her and were glad to hear she was in good health. Additionally, he made an effort to persuade Susan to purchase some land before ending the letter with an apology for not being there with her to ring in the new year.

  People mentioned: William Dayton, Mr. Burrall, Peter Kean, Mrs. Montgomery.

  Places mentioned: Philadelphia, Elizabethtown.

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  Julian Niemcewicz to Susan kean, January 2, 1800

  Julian Niemcewicz

  01-02-1800
  

  Julian Niemcewicz in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, NJ. In the letter Julian explained his surprise in seeing Susan's son, Peter, while in the city and informed her of how he spent his time visiting various individuals to celebrate the new year. He ended the letter by giving Susan an update on the health of her brother, Philip.

  People mentioned: Peter Kean, General Gates, General Hamilton, The Duke of Orleans, Mrs. Caradeux, Mr. Edgar, Brockholst Livingston, John Livingston.

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  Julian Niemcewicz to Susan Kean, June 20, 1800

  Julian Niemcewicz

  06-20-1800
  

  Julian Niemcewicz in New York, NY wrote to Susan Kean in Elizabethtown, NJ. Julian explained to Susan various symptoms he was feeling from an illness and hoped to feel better soon. Next, he informed her that he had delivered her letter to Mr. Le Roy and told her about an invitation he had received from Mr. Armstrong for tea. Additionally, a note written upside down at the top of the page reads, "If you have forgotten anything you want here write a word, remember me most affectionately to Mrs. Dayton & all our friends."

  People mentioned: Mr. Le Roy, Mr. Sims, Colonel Crane, Mrs. Dayton.