Liberty Hall Collection 1820s

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Julian Ursin Niemcewicz to Peter Kean

Julian Ursin Niemcewicz
02-16-1829

Julian Ursin Niemcewicz wrote from Warsaw, Poland to Peter Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Julian had not yet received word that Peter had died and was writing to ask him about a map Peter had sent him. The letter is in French.
Julian Ursin Niemcewicz to Sarah Sabina Kean, April 23, 1829

Julian Ursin Niemcewicz
04-23-1829

Julian Ursin Niemcewicz wrote to Sarah Sabina Kean, his daughter-in-law, addressed to Ursino. He expressed his sympathy over the death of Peter Kean.

People Inlcuded: Peter Philip James Kean, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, John Kean (JK1814), Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean

Notable Quote: "The loss of Mr. Kean whom I attended & loved from his early youth is a heavy wound to me, let us all endeavor to support in [illegible] resignation the will of the supreme ordinance of good and evil. I beg you Madame to be careful of Mrs. Niemcewicz, attend to her health..."
Susan Ursin Niemcewicz with Peter and Sarah Van Horn, May 2, 1829

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Peter Van Horn, and Sarah Van Horn
05-02-1829

This legal document, between Susan Ursin Niemcewicz and Peter and Sarah Van Horn, is for the manumission (release from slavery) of Peter and Sarah Van Horn. The husband and wife were guaranteed payment, food, and clothing for future service to Susan. If one of them were to die, their wages would go to their son, Robert, at the completion of his service at the age of 25. It was signed in the presence of Mose Chandler. The file includes the original with signatures and marks, as well as a copy. There's additional text on the original verso stating that Peter and Sarah were paid after Susan's death, witnessed by James Crane.
Beverley Robinson to Sarah Sabina Kean, February 5, 1829

Beverley Robinson
02-05-1829

Beverley Robinson wrote from New York, NY to Sarah Sabina Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. He wrote regarding bonds that Sarah had sent him as payment and said he would write either her or Susan Ursin Niemcewicz soon regarding Estate matters and mentions indentures on Cornell's house.

People Included: Mr. Trumbull, Mr. McIntosh, Mr. Barclay
Beverley Robinson to Sarah Sabina Kean, January 29, 1829

Beverley Robinson Jr.
01-29-1829

Beverley Robinson wrote to Sarah Sabina Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding bonds and money due.

People Included: Mr. Trumbull, Julia Lawrence, Mr. Bahn, Peter Philip James Kean, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Cornell

Places Included: Brooklyn, NY
Henry I. Williams to Peter Kean, October 5, 1829

Henry I. Williams
10-05-1829

Henry I. Williams wrote from Philadelphia, PA to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding Susan Ursin Niemcewicz's house in Philadelphia, PA.Williams was apparently not aware of the death of Peter Kean as this letter was sent a year later.

People Included: Julian Ursin Niemcewicz
Indenture Elenor Wilson, Nicholas A. Wilson, and Nicholas Arrowsmith with Daniel Conklin and later John Kean, December 14, 1829

Elenor Wilson, Nicholas A. Wilson, and Nicholas Arrowsmith
12-14-1829

Indenture Elenor Wilson, Nicholas A. Wilson, and Nicholas Arrowsmith, Executors of James Wilson deceased, with Daniel Conklin for $1,000.The bond was passed on to John Kean on November 29, 1837.
Receipt for Annual Taxes, November, 1828

11-01-1828

Receipt for 1828 taxes sent to Peter Philip James Kean and Susan Ursin Niemcewicz.
Robert Campbell to Peter Kean, August 20, 1828

Robert Campbell
08-20-1828

Robert Campbell wrote from Hackensack, NJ to Peter Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, Essex County, NJ. He wrote asking for a loan on behalf of Gilbert Merritt of Seacacus who wanted the money to build a tavern.
Jonathan Chetwood to Mary Jouet, August 18, 1828

Jonathan Chetwood
08-18-1828

Receipt signed Jonathan Chetwood to Mary Jouet stating that the judgement had been paid in full by Daniel Willis for the title of several tracts of land.

People Included: Caleb Halsted Jr., Morses Hatfield, Isaac Morse
Indenture to Sarah Kean on the death of Peter Kean, December 29, 1828

George K. Drake
12-29-1828

A Statement of Decree to Sarah Sabina Kean stating money that was owed to her late husband, Peter Philip James Kean signed by George K. Drake.
Indenture of Sarah Sabina Kean

Oliver S. Halsted
12-11-1828

Legal Indenture granted by Oliver S. Halsted , Surrogate of the County of Essex giving Sarah Sabina Kean the right to administer the estate of Peter Philip James Kean.
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, April 8, 1828

John V. Henry
04-08-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding Richard Duncan's debt due to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz.

People Included: Henry Remer, John B. Yates, Harmanus P. Schuyler , Dr. V. Campbill
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, January 22, 1828

John V. Henry
01-22-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding payments by Hermanus P. Schuyler. Included with the letter is an account list.
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, July 16, 1828

John V. Henry
07-16-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean , addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. He had received Susan Ursin Niemcewicz's answer and forwarded it to Henry and Edmund Wikes Esquires.
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, July 5, 1828

John V. Henry
02-05-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding payments due on a mortgage.

People Included: Mr. Boyd, Hermanus P. Schuyler, John B. Yates
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, June 14, 1828

John V. Henry
06-14-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding the unpaid debt on the former Duncan estate and taking the case to court.

People Included: Chancellor Kent, Hermanus P. Schuyler, John P. Cuyler, Richard Duncan, Edward Wike
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, March 26, 1828

John V. Henry
03-26-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding the Duncan mortgage.

People Included: Susan Ursin Niemcewicz

Places Included: New York
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, May 14, 1828

John V. Henry
05-14-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding the debt on the former Duncan property and a possible foreclosure.

People Included: Edward Campbill, Hermanus P. Schuyler, Richard Duncan, D. Campbill, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, May 30, 1828

John V. Henry
05-30-1828

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean addressed to Ursino.Regarding debt on the Duncan estate that was going unpaid. He referenced several court cases in the letter

People Included: Mr. Boyd, Hermanus P. Schuyler, Campbill, Mr. Winne
Receipt from Hull & Bently to Mrs. Palmer and Mrs. Ogden, October 1828

Hull & Bently
10-01-1828

A receipt from Hull & Bently to Maria Palmer and Mrs. Ogden for 4 days board at Columbia Hall in New-Lebanon Springs including a carriage to Albany and postage. This was most likely when they were attending to Peter Philip James Kean and Sarah Louisa Jay Kean who were sick and died in Lebanon, NY on October 2 and October 6, 1828.
Philip C. Johnson to Peter Kean, March 31, 1828

Philip C. Johnson
03-31-1828

Philip C. Johnson wrote from New York to Peter Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ. Johnson and an associate had purchased the Orange Spring Establishment and he wanted to know if Peter wanted them to pay the mortgage on it outright.
Receipt from William Judson to Mrs. Palmer, October 8, 1828

William Judson
10-08-1828

A receipt from William Judson to Mrs. Palmer totaling $6 for Sarah Louisa Jay Kean's coffin and box.
Account Book, October 2, 1828

Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean
10-02-1828

An Account book kept by Julian Ursin Niemcewicz Kean and possibly Peter Philip James Kean. Some sections were written in pencil and others in ink by seemingly two different people.
Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean, Peter Kean, and Sarah Louisa Jay Kean to Sarah Sabina Kean, September 8, 1828

Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean, Peter Philip James Kean, and Sarah Louisa Jay Kean
09-08-1828

Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean, Peter Kean, and Sarah Louisa Jay Kean wrote from Lebanon, NY to Sarah Sabina Kean, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ. They wrote about their trip and places they visited in Lebanon. A section of the letter is missing.

People Included: John Kean (JK1814), Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Christine Alexander William Kean, Mrs. Sedgwick, Betsey

Places Included: Itaker Village at Hancock