Box 1
Contains 114 Results:
John Norton to Robert C. Nicholas, discusses Nicholas's proposal to introduce copper coins and Lord Hillsborough's appreciation of the proposal and promise to speak with the King and Mr. [Charles Sloane] Cadogan, Master of the Mint. Discusses plans regarding the purchase of marble for a statue honoring Lord Botetourt (erected in Williamsburg in 1773) and the purchase of a clock for the new courthouse in Williamsburg, which will cost more than he has sent for the purchase. Advises Nicholas to discharge his bills and loans in London because of the financial crisis resulting from frequent bankruptcies among bankers and traders, not only in London, but also Edinburgh and Glasgow, partly caused by their tendency to gamble in Exchange Alley and partly by immense quantities of circulating paper, for which there is no real property., 1772 July 09
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
John Norton to Robert C. Nicholas, provides additional news about the financial crisis in Great Britain, discusses payments made to Mr. Earnshaw, Duke of Beaufort, Colonel Corbin, Colonel Richard Randolph, and Robert Miller, mentions the work on the Botetourt statue, and informs him that Lord Hillsborough has gone out of office without completing the work for the copper coinage for Virginia, over his disgust concerning the desire for a new colony on the Mississippi. Also informs that Richard Oswald plans to lend money to Nicholas without interest., 1772 August 08
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
A. Nicholas to John Richardson, discusses the conditions and requirements for hiring out his enslaved Black laborers, expecting either a portion of the crop or the supply of their clothing and good food to the enslaved laborers and payment of the taxes levied upon them; he also discusses possible livestock deals., 1783 November 24
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Monroe to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses his plans to travel to the 'western country' and congratulates Wilson on his upcoming wedding; he also shares his plans of purchasing a tract of between six and ten thousand acres near Charlottesville, photocopy of 2 pages transferred to the vault, James Monroe papers, [circa 1783]
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Monroe to Wilson Cary Nicholas, printed letter explaining that one thousand arms have been sent to the 47th regiment., 1800 August
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
Samuel Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses repaying bills and debts which are not binding without the words "value receiverae." Also discusses the establishment of local elected officials., 1800 October 12
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
Colonel T. Blackbourne to Levin Powell, discusses a present dilemma in the choice of a president between Jefferson and Burr who are tied but whose election will be decided in February by the House of Representatives. Warns of danger of civil war and disagrees with both Jefferson and Burr's views and politics. Jefferson, Blackbourne believes, has best abilities, but "he may by his fine spun theories break the thread of our government and make us a poor—divided—contemptible and dependent people." Jefferson's commercial view would commit the trade of our country to foreign nations. "Pray what has been done in Mr. Nicholas' Resolutions for a regular system of choosing [the] president and Vice President? Are there any, and what objections to it? [Levin Powell (1737-1810) was the US Representative of Virginia; Blackbourne (1740-1807 was a revolutionary war patriot.] ., 1801 January 19
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Monroe to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], Monroe apologizes for replying so late and then says that he hopes that he will be able to provide the requested money but is not sure where he would be able to find the funds to do so, transferred to Vault, James Monroe papers., 1801 April 06
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
R. Smith to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], indicates that the first bill for $3000 became due on September 11 and that he has taken an extension on it for a period of 60 days, so Nicholas need not worry about it. Also informs Nicholas of the death of Smith's son, Robert., 1801 September 11
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas, expresses Morrison's displeasure and anger in Nicholas who apparently asked questions about Morrison's character while in Washington. Morrison launches into an extended defense of himself and his previous actions., 1801 September 29
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses Morrison's intention to travel to Washington to meet with the Secretary of Treasury, to ascertain whether he could be paid for previous financial service to the country, to clear his name, and to improve his health. He continues to express his pleasure in the change to a popular administration and how this new administration will be much better for the country. He concludes by providing Nicholas with news about his family., 1801 December 28
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Madison to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], seems to discuss a bank. Transferred to Vault, James Madison papers, 1802 January 25
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas and Samuel Smith, discusses the issues continuing to surround the estate of George Nicholas's and his debts. Speaks at some length about the need to prolong the processing of these debts, (OS Edgehill-Randolph Box), 1802 February 15
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses George Nicholas's family who lives in Kentucky, urging Wilson Nicholas to move to that state in order to care for and to provide for his sister-in-law and his brother's children. Mentions his application to Congress for compensation for extra duty. Also encourages Wilson Nicholas to speak with General Smith about his contract with Mr. Williamson., 1802 February 16
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses the duty owed to Williamson of £2000 and the need to act on the deal within the next three months, preferably within the next four to six months so that more debt is not accrued and so that George Nicholas's children can be self-sufficient., 1802 July 20
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
Bishop James Madison to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], acknowledges the receipt of $100 for Robert, a student at William and Mary and [son of Nicholas?]. Discusses the conduct and possible placement of Robert with the new tutor for modern languages, geography, and civil history., 1803 February 06
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
S[amuel] Smith to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], answer from Wilson Cary Nicholas on bottom. Smith acknowledges Nicholas's request for $5438.26 to Davidson Williamson., 1803 March 10
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
R[ober]t Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses some political issues especially those relating to the 'western country,' including the type of Federalism there. Also questions Nicholas on the state of Pennsylvania. Speculates on the longevity of certain political careers., 1803 March 28
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
John Taylor of Caroline to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses judgments made concerning a debt. Also indicates that after this present business, Taylor will no longer engage in financial trade and negotiation with Nicholas., 1803 April 10
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.
Peyton Randolph to [W. C. Nicholas?], declines an offer to collect money in Goochland county because Randolph does not live there. Instead suggests that Charles Bates would be a better candidate and informs Nicholas that he has already instructed Bates in how to proceed., 1803 June 10
This collection consists of the papers of the Randolph Family of Edgehill, (commonly called the Edgehill-Randolph Papers) and the Wilson Cary Nicholas papers, ca. 787 items (6 Hollinger boxes, 2.5 linear shelf feet), ca. 1765-1869, and undated.