Box 2
Contains 115 Results:
Theodore Armistead to Wilson Cary Nicholas, [enclosed are Edward Antill's direction for manufacturing hemp], includes a short letter that introduces the directions for hemp and makes some pleasantries., 1808 August 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.
Doctor [Charles] Everett to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses which of the several mineral springs would be best for his complaints., 1808 August 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.
Edmund Randolph to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses various legal and financial matters concerning Nicholas., 1808 October 23
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.
Peggy Nicholas to Wilson Cary Nicholas [her husband], describes an uprising of enslaved laborers that had been planned for the 25th of December but which had been foiled. The three culprits are to be hanged. She then entreats her husband to move the family out of "this land of terror" where she cannot live, to Lexington which she believes would be safer from domestic and foreign enemies., 1808 December 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.
Joseph C. Cabell to Wilson Cary Nicholas, answers a question posed by Nicholas, "I should prefer a foreign to a civil war. If there be any prospect of the efficacy of the embargo & non- intercourse as [?] measures, I should still be inclined to give scope to their action. Of this, you are more competent to decide at Washington, than we are here." Cabell believes that the United States should prepare for war in case it should come. Peace would always be preferable because "the embargo deprives our enemies of the trade of only one country, but us of that of the whole world." Cabell also discusses a letter from Mr. Yancey which states that all the delegates from [John Randolph of Roanoke ?]'s district have urged him to oppose Randolph in the next election. "Randolph's conduct seems to inspire general disgust. The common remark is, he makes mischief wherever he is, & it is time for him to stay at home.", 1808 December 26
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], writes, "As our friendship is irrecoverably dissolved" he is claiming his debt made by Nicholas in 1802 to be paid in two months., 1809 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 [John Taylor of Caroline], sends a note for $14,233.33 to cover the loan from Taylor plus interest. He thanks him for the loan of the money when it was needed for such a length of time. He defends himself from Taylor's belief that he was the one who supplied information used in [Thomas?] Ritchie's attacks upon Taylor, "My feelings upon this subject are such that it is impossible I could ever have directly or indirectly 'supplied the allusions' that could have induced Mr. Ritchie or any other person to attack you. Your suspicion that 'the grounds of a part of Ritchie's scurrility flowed to him' out of your letters to me is most unjust. I affirm to you that it did not.", 1809 June 07
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 Owings and his attitude toward Morrison because of the unpaid debt. The letter also discusses the financial arrangements concerning George Nicholas, Cary Nicholas, Samuel Smith, and Henry Clay., 1809 July 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.
J. W. Hollins to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], discusses the election results in Virginia with which he is happy, especially the re-election of their friend. Does not know what he will do with Mr. Jackson. They have received news from Nicholas's son, Robert, and many other vessels in the Mediterranean., 1809 October 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.
Ed[mund] Randolph to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses some business matters and some issues of politics. Informs Nicholas of the recent stroke suffered by his wife., 1809 November 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.
Philip N. Nicholas to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses business and land transactions., 1810 January 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.
James Morrison to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses various business and commerce transaction, including the trade of hemp. Briefly mentions Nicholas's service in Congress., 1810 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.
D[abney] Carr to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses land transactions., 1810 March 13
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, discusses land deals and how everything is finally sorting out in regard to them. Includes a brief discussion of how Congress could not agree on Macon's Bill and so it has been passed to the Senate., 1810 March 17
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.
Thomas Taylor to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses a note owed by Nicholas for £2000 and expects a payment of at least five thousand dollars so that he can pay his own debts and go to Kentucky in the spring., 1810 March 18
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.
J.W. Hollins to Wilson Cary Nicholas, mentions the operation on Margaretta's throat; gloomy accounts of commerce from both Italy and France; discusses the implication of the continued war between Great Britain and France; has just read a newspaper at the coffee house concerning numerous arrivals in England from the [West Indies] direct, several from this port [Baltimore]., 1810 April 13
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.
J. Mason to Wilson Cary Nicholas, notice of receipt of letter with one hundred dollars on account for his commission., 1810 May 23
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.
W[illia]m Patterson to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses a debt of $5,975 that includes the principle and the interest owed on it. Patterson is unable to grant an extension of the loan due to the slowness of business., 1810 May 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.
S[amuel] Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses the destruction of a letter to Mr. Madison from Nicholas which would be improper to pass through Smith's hands concerning an appointment for John. He believes that President James Madison's approach to filling diplomatic posts differs from his predecessors, "they wanted to educate men to fill diplomatic appointments - he wants to enable the minister to draw the salary, his own being insufficient.", 1810 May 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.
[?] Lee to Wilson Cary Nicholas, inquires about the military service and other biographical information about Samuel Smith., 1810 June 23
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.