Liberty Hall Collection 1820s

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Peter Kean and Sarah Sabina Morris Kean to Susan Niemcewicz, June 4, 2022

Peter Kean and Sarah Sabina Morris Kean
06-04-1822

Peter Kean and Sarah Sabina Morris Kean wrote from Elizabethtown, New Jersey to Susan Neimcewicz who was staying at Thomas Biddle’s home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Gouverneur. Glad to learn from Susan’s letter of Monday that she and their dear friends on Chestnut Street were all well. Sarah had written to Susan that they found their little darling in perfect health and that John met them at the Point looking as well as possible. Poor Mary Ricketts suffered dreadfully from her face, she was in agony on Sunday at Lawrences. Peter had not seen Phil till their return as he was fishing with Dr. Dewes[?] on Long Island. Mary went over to New York on Monday accompanied by Maria and her girls and Julia, John, Lawrence, and Catherine Ricketts. Peter spent Monday in Newark on Lombard Bank business. Peggy Rutgers, Sally, and the children dined with them in Elizabethtown. Cornelia had been ill and was quite indisposed. Christine was delighted with the children. Sarah Kean added a few lines where she mentioned that Mrs. Gouverneur was so kind to send Susan some flowers, vegetables, etc. Sarah sent Mrs. Gouverneur word that the dresses and patterns could not be sent on horseback by the person who came for them. Sarah decided to bring them herself to save her dresses from destruction. Apologized for such a short excerpt but the carriage was waiting for her to deliver the dresses.

People mentioned: John Kean; Mary Ricketts; Mrs. Biddle; Phil (enslaved?); Dr. Dewes(?); Julia, Lawrence, and Catherine Ricketts; Peggy Rutgers; Sally; Cornelia; Christine; and Mrs. Gouverneur
Sarah Sabina Kean to Miss Rutherford, February 15, 1822

Sarah Sabina Kean
02-15-1822

Sarah Sabina Kean wrote to Miss Rutherford, her cousin, addressed to Edgerston, Bellville, NJ. Sarah invited her and Miss Scots to the Christening of her daughter Susan Mary Kean.
James Ricketts to Susan Niemcewicz, May 29, 1822

James Ricketts
1822-05-29

James Ricketts wrote from Abyssinia, New Jersey to Susan Niemcewicz Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (at the Biddles). Maria received Susan’s kind letter and intended on answering it right away. However, as the ladies were preparing to receive the town between 12 and 3 pm, they deputed James to tell her that they were all in perfect health and spirits. They all went after church to Ursino to see the dear children who were all well and longing for Susan’s return. James and the family were received with the greatest attention by Peggy and Philip and were given plum cake and wine. They planned to go to New York the following day to see the launch and to return for dinner. In the post script James mentioned that Susan would be pleased to hear that Maria and Julia were delighted with their new sister. Phil was the most attentive slave Susan would have ever seen. Wished Susan, Peter, and Sarah were there to partake in their cake and punch. Note this document is undated and 1822 is an estimated year.

People mentioned: Maria Ricketts, Peggy (Enslaved), Philip (Enslaved), Mrs. Comer, Mr. and Mrs. Biddle, Maria and Julia (Kean?)
Beverly Robinson to Peter Kean, February 28, 1822

Beverly Robinson
02-28-1822

Beverly Robinson wrote from New York to Peter Kean, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding accounts and a proposition from Judge Benson.

People Included: Mr. Rutgers
Christine Biddle to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, May 28, 1821

Christine Biddle
05-28-1821

Chistine Biddle wrote to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ and forwarded by Maria P. Ricketts. Christine mentions that she told Peter Kean her family was looking for a new home. She was confined in town and send her family of children to the country during the month of August. She felt this was the best decision because her last two confinements had her in very precarious circumstances. She kept to her bed for a week and her room for a month before the event took place. Her and her family are now settled in their new home on 4th Street.

People Included: Mrs. Biddle, Peter Philip James Kean, Sarah Sabina Kean, Thomas Biddle, Mr. Rushes, Harry, Julia (Williams?), Mrs. Armstrong
Jacob Morris to Lewis Morris, October 20, 1821

Jacob Morris
10-20-1821

Jacob Morris wrote from Butternuts, NY to Lewis Morris, his brother, addressed to Morrisania, Harlem, NY. Jacob wrote about the rent and yields on their South Carolina property, his wife Mary Cox Morris's health, and their brother Staats.

People Included: Montgomery
Henry I. Williams to Peter Kean, January 2, 1821

Henry I. Williams
01-02-1821

Henry I. Williams wrote from Philadelphia to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding his account with Susan Ursin Niemcewicz.

People Included: Mr. Randall
Account of Estate of Samuel Pitney, May 20, 1820

05-20-1820

Account of the estate of Samuel Pitney, administrator of the estate of Aaron Pitney, created for Hannah Pitney.
Charles Austin and Jackson H. Baggatt to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz and Peter Kean, June 23, 1820

Charles Austin and Jackson H. Baggatt
06-23-1820

Charles Austin and Jackson H. Baggatt wrote from New York, NY to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz and Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ. Susan had ordered some supplies from them and they wrote to say they were on their way via the Steam Boat Atalanta. Ursino is spelled incorrectly in the letter and on the exterior as Orsino.
Catherine Barclay to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, October 6, 1820

Catherine Barclay
10-06-1820

Catherine Barclay wrote from New York to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. She intended to go visit her Aunt Learny, but fears the weather will prevent her. She also wrote about family news regarding her brother.

People Included: Henry Barclay, Mrs. Symmes, Catherine's brother (possibly Dr. Watts),Aunt Learny
Henry Barclay to Peter Kean, September 8, 1820

Henry Barclay
09-08-1820

Henry Barclay wrote from New York, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ, declining an invitation to visit.

Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Lady Mary, Mrs. Barclay Catherine Barclay, Mrs. Kearny, Mrs. Ricketts, Captain Barclay, Mr. Cormac
Christine Biddle to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, April 5, 1820

Christine Biddle
04-05-1820

Christine Biddle wrote from Philadelphia to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz addressed to Ursino near Elizabeth Town. NJ. She wrote that she is expecting Susan and her bed chamber is made up for when she arrived.

People Included: Thomas Biddle, Peter Philip James Kean, Sarah Sabina Morris Kean
Christine Biddle to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, August 11, 1820

Christine Biddle
08-11-1820

Christine Biddle wrote to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ. She wrote about visitors she has had and her brother Harry's recent marriage.

People Included: Mr. P, Harry, Mrs.Bradford, Mrs. Cuthbert, Mr. Palmer, Becky, Mrs. Ricketts, Mrs. Palmer, Julia Biddle, Chlem Biddle, Tom Biddle Jr.

Places Included: Burlington, NJ, Mount Plesant
Christine Biddle to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, March 12, 1820

Christine Biddle
03-12-1820

Christine Biddle wrote from Philadelphia, PA to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Ursino near Elizabeth Town, NJ.She pleads with Susan to come visit Philadelphia as she has four little boys she "wishes to secure a place in [Susan's] maternal heart". She is sorry to hear of Sarah's misfortune and illness but glad to hear she has recovered.

People Include: Peter Philip James Kean, Sarah Sabina Morris Kean, Thomas Biddle, Harry, Mrs. Ricketts
Christine Biddle to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, March 24, 1820

Christine Biddle
03-24-1820

Christine Biddle wrote from Philadelphia to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. She again tries to persuade Susan to visit her in Philadelphia as she thinks it will be good for her health. She also shares news of friends and family.

People Included: Mrs. Ricketts, Peter Philip James Kean, Sarah Sabina Morris Kean.
L. Bradish to Peter Kean, February 21, 1820

L. Bradish
02-21-1820

Mr. Bradish wrote from New York to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, near Elizabeth Town, NJ.He wrote to express sympathy to Sarah over her loss. It is possible this refers to the death of William Augustus Morris, her brother, but he is not explicitly named.

People Included: Sarah Sabina Kean, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, August 10, 1820

John V. Henry
08-10-1820

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean addressed to Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding money received towards payment of the debt of Richard Duncan.

People Included: Charles Townsend, Hermanus Schuyler, Mr. Winne

Places Included: Bank of Albany
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, July 13, 1820

John V. Henry
07-13-1820

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding the payment of debts owed by the now deceased Richard Duncan.

People Included: Charles Townsend, Mr. Van Kleeck, Lieutenant Governor Taylor, John C. Cuyler
John V. Henry to Peter Kean, October 10. 1820

John V. Henry
10-10-1820

John V. Henry wrote from Albany, NY to Peter Kean, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ regarding debts being paid on the Duncan Estate.

People Included: Ermine Townsend, Hermanus P. Schuyler, Richard Duncan

Places Included: Bank of Albany, New York Bank
Peter Kean to J. R. Livingston, July 14, 1820

Peter Philip James Kean
07-14-1820

Peter Kean wrote from Ursino to J.R. Livingston, address not included. He wrote saying that he had purchased a steam boat and asked for legal advice regarding patents and Colonel A. Ogden's debt, and sailing the boat. He mentioned Robert R. Livingston and Robert Fatton for legal advice as well.
Peter Kean to Mary Morris, February 3, 1820

Peter Philip James Kean
02-03-1820

Peter Kean wrote from Ursino to Mary Morris, his mother-in-law, addressed to Butternuts, Otsego County, NY. Peter expressed sympathy for a loss in the family and drew a comparison to Mary Mother of God's grief. The letter is possibly referring to the death of Mary's son, William Augustus Morris, but he is not named in the letter.

People Included: Jacob Morris, Sarah Sabina Kean, Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean
Sarah Sabina Kean to John Cox Morris, December 28, 1820

Sarah Sabina Kean
12-28-1820

Sarah Sabina Kean wrote from Ursino to John Cox Morris, her brother, addressed to Butternuts, Otsego, NY. She updated him on her family and discussed Christmas and a James Fenimore Cooper book.

People Included: Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, Peter Philip James Kean, John Kean, Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean, Sarah Louisa Jay Kean, Rutherford Family, Cormac Family, Mrs. N. Banchay, William Dayton, Mr. and Mrs. Rudd, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence, Aunt and Uncle Ricketts, Mr. and Mrs. James, Mrs. Palmer, Mrs. john Kearney, Eizabeth, Miss. Edgworth, Walter Rutherford, Mary Rutherford, Mrs. Barnabus, Jane, Jacob Morris, Lewis Lee Morris, General Jacob Morris, Mary Cox Morris

Places Included: New York, NY
Sarah Sabina Kean to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, August 15, 1820

Sarah Sabina Kean
08-15-1820

Sarah Sabina Kean wrote from Butternuts, NY to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, her mother-in-law, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. She wrote to Susan about her children and what she was doing while visiting her family.

People Included: Ann Morris, Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean, John Kean, Sarah Louisa Jay Kean, Peter Philip James Kean, Jacob Morris, Mary Morris, Rosa, Anna, Elizabeth Cooper, Mrs. Pomeroy, Mrs. Palmer, Mrs. Armstrong, Aunt Sally, John Cox Morris, Margaretta, Anna

Places Included: Upton Park, Utica, Canada, Abyssinia
Sarah Sabina Kean and John Cox Morris to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, September 14, 1820

Sarah Sabina Kean and John Cox Morris
09-14-1820

Sarah Sabina Kean wrote from Butternuts, NY to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, her mother-in-law, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ. She told Susan about the children, particularly Julia Ursin Niemcewicz Kean and wished for her improved health. Sarah's brother, John Cox Morris also wrote to Susan at the end of Sarah's letter and addressed her as Mother.

People Included: Peter Philip James Kean, John Kean, Sarah Louisa Jay Kean, Jacob Morris, Mary Cox Morris, Lewis Lee Morris, Uncle Ricketts, Peggy, Uncle Rutherford, Miss Cathy, Dr. Post, Sabina

Places Included: Upton Park, Chemango Point, Carolina, St. Lawrence
Charles Livingston to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, July 3, 1820

Charles W. L. Livingston
07-03-1820

Charles Livingston wrote from New York, NY to Susan Ursin Niemcewicz, his aunt, addressed to Ursino, Elizabeth Town, NJ.

People Included: Mrs. McIntosh, Miss Lewis, Mrs. Lewis, Peter Van Brugh Livingston