Box 2
Contains 115 Results:
Edmund Randolph to Thomas M. Randolph, asks Randolph to take the money owed him from the estate of T.M. Randolph's father and pay it to his account with Doctor Wardlaw, for fifty dollars of medicine furnished to Edmund and his wife., 1811 April 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.
[Lt. Governor George William] Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, responds to a letter which Nicholas wrote about facilitating connections between the eastern and western waterways of the state. Smith indicates that such decisions are to be made by the Executive and not the Legislature., 1811 September 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.
Nelson Nicholas to his uncle, Wilson Cary Nicholas, requests Wilson's approval with his plan to accompany William Rives to Williamsburg to attend college and study mathematics for as Nelson puts it, a man without knowledge of mathematics is ignorant in all things. The letter continues to explain that Nelson will still plan on studying law but will do so after finishing his college work. And indicates that he believes that he can counteract any negative impulses that he is exposed to in college., 1811 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.
Nelson Nicholas to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], indicates his safe arrival to Williamsburg and his arrangements for lodging while in college which are more expensive than he originally thought they would be. Has yet to start attending law lectures and doubts that he will be able to do so until mid-December., [1811] November 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.
Samuel Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses the likelihood that America will declare war on Great Britain for commercial reasons which Smith does not endorse but understands as Great Britain's trade embargo hurts many Americans, especially because of the price of certain goods such as wheat., 1811 November 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.
W[illiam] A. Burwell to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses the growing anxiety in the country with the prospect of war with Great Britain and an understanding that Wilson Nicholas probably shares this unease, so Burwell tries to explain why such action may be necessary. Closes by asking Nicholas to provide money that he owes., 1811 November 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.
S[amuel] Smith to Wilson Cary Nicholas, indicates that enclosed is a title for the sale of 255 acres of land to Henry Clay which Nicholas must sign. Continues to discuss the financial issues surrounding George Nicholas's children and Owings., 1811 December 01
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, minimally revised copy of 1811 December 1 letter., 1811 December
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 Hollins to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses a payment of $3000. Discusses the success of Commodore [John] Rodgers in opposition to some British vessels. Describes patriotic feelings for America., 1812 January 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.
D[abney] Carr to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], informs that mail should be directed to Richmond not Charlottesville as his living arrangements have changed., 1812 February 03
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. Preston to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], expresses thanks for Nicholas's concern and wishes that he was not going out of office so that he could show his thanks., 1812 February 03
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 Miles Cary to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], responds to a request about transactions that have been so long-standing that Wilson Cary can no longer remember what they were for precisely. Inquires after Wilson Nicholas's daughter and says that Nelson Nicholas is excelling in his studies of mathematics., 1812 March 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.
Wilson Miles Cary to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], expresses some confusion in regards to a request for papers of Wilson Nicholas's brother [George?]., 1812 March 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.
Lewis Nicholas to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], asks for $30 to be sent to Peter Carr whom Lewis owes. Thanks Wilson Nicholas for about $150 previously given., 1812 April 03
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 Nicholas to Wilson Cary Nicholas, requests that Wilson Nicholas pays Mrs. Johnson's interest of $385 as soon as possible. Continues to catch up on other business and familial issues., 1812 May 03
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 [?], draft fragment, discusses America's options in relation to the current war between Great Britain and France, suggesting that the war is forcing American minds against the government. The question, in Nicholas's mind, is whether it is better for America to go to war against one [Great Britain] or both of the countries., 1812 May 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. Preston to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], discusses the payment of $3000 and possible places for relocation., 1812 May 27
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.
General Mason to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses a business transaction of pork at $16 per item and the price of salt., 1812 June 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.
J. Nicholas to Wilson Cary Nicholas, writes to follow up on Mrs. J[ohnston]'s interest that he inquired after last year and which he still has not received. Discusses the war with Great Britain, expecting there to be an early peace. Includes a bill of account., 1812 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.
General Mason to Wilson Cary Nicholas, informs Nicholas that he got the contract for pork at $16. Goes on to say that the Secretary of the Navy will write soon with details on the contract., 1812 June 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.