Box 1
Contains 114 Results:
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.
L.H. Lean to S[amuel] Smith, discusses the treatment of a young woman who seems to have not been improving despite a series of medicine and a regimen to help her. Lean suggests that Smith should consult other sources including Colonel Nicholas and that he should pay Nicholas $100., 1803 October 02
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.
M.B.N. [Mary B. Nicholas] to 'Pappa' [Wilson Cary Nicholas], expresses her inability to commit to a union with 'Mr. H[arvie?]' for whom she does not have the affection 'that would render a union with him either happy or honourable.' Also expresses concern that she has let her father down and that it might appear she has misled Mr. [L. Harvie?]., 1804 March 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to L. H[arvie?], draft. Wilson's daughter Mary wrote her father on March 14 about how to break off an engagement to a Mr. H[arvie]. This letter is a draft that Wilson composed for her to give Mr. H. with an explanation of why she must break off the engagement., [1804 March]
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] S[mith] to Wilson Cary Nicholas, predicts a very close upcoming election concerning [Aaron?] Burr and the possible consequences if he is elected or not., 1804 April 14
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], refers to his concern over the new post of Collector at Norfolk taken by Nicholas., 1804 July 21
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, with a Bill of Account enclosed, discusses an account with Mr. Rutherford and how the money involved in that account has thus far been dealt with. Also suggests that Nicholas's balance has been reviewed and balanced., 1804 August 22
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.
D. Carr to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], makes a second request for money that Nicholas owes Carr so that Carr can make necessary payments., 1804 November 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to General [Abram] Trigg, discusses an offer that Trigg made for some land of Nicholas's. Nicholas is upset at the smallness of the offer and makes a detailed counter- offer., 1805 January 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to Peggy [his wife, Margaret Smith], tries to reassure her about the unfavorable comments people have made about him and his decision to leave the Senate and take the post of Collector at Norfolk which was based upon the advice of both her brothers and the President [Jefferson] and discussion with herself., 1805 March 28-30
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, discusses his thankfulness that the [ship] Canton is reported safe, as it had considerable cargo; discusses the Enquirer [William Duane?], and the tyranny of the press as exhibited by the Philadelphia newspaper Aurora., 1805 April 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.