Box 3
Contains 108 Results:
M. Moore to Wilson Cary Nicholas, mentions his expectations of a fine tobacco crop this year and discusses the purchase of farmlands—prices, acreage, and type., 1818 August 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to W[illiam] Jones, draft, discusses the general opinion that the recent policies and directives coming out of the Bank of the United States, intentionally or not, will crush the state banks and tries to come up with ways to avoid that., 1818 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.
Thomas Marshall to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses improvements in farming techniques, his farmland and its successes and failures., 1818 September 05
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], informs Wilson of the upcoming visit of John's son, George, who is sickly and traveling to Virginia in hopes that it will benefit his health., 1818 September 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.
Peggy Nicholas to Jane [Mrs. T. Jefferson] Randolph, indicates her surprise and displeasure that Patt was beaten for misbehavior. Mentions the visits of Ellen and Virginia [Randolph] with Jane; Continues to fill in on the gossip of the town, especially gossip concerning the wooing of the younger girls and their eventual coming-outs., 1818 [December?] 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.
Benjamin Vaughan to Wilson Cary Nicholas, inquires whether Nicholas has read or heard of the Treatise on Rivers and Torrentswith the method of regulating their course or an essay on navigable canals, both by Paolo Frisi (1728-1784), a Barnabite monk, and recommends them to Nicholas as beneficial for anyone interested in Richmond. Suggests that a Book Society should be established for the sharing of books and discussions of them., 1819 May 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.
John Hollins to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], asks Nicholas to "commit it to the flames," after reading his letter discussing the removal of Mr. McCulloh as cashier and the distressing financial conditions of the banks., 1819 May 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to William Wirt; with Wirt's reply on the same letter. Nicholas sends through several questions concerning the issues surrounding the banking situation in America and bonds, hoping his answers will help him decide which debts to forbid the payment of. Wirt answers the questions on the same letter, returning both to Nicholas., 1819 August 10,11
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.
G. L[awson] Nicholas to his uncle, Wilson Cary Nicholas, sends a parcel of clothing for his father, from Geneva, and asks for prompt payment as to keep his credit good. Also G. L. indicates that his father's health continues to be poor and is getting worse., 1819 August 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.
William H. Cabell to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], considers it unsafe and unwise to enter into any kind of agreement with [Joseph?] Darmsdatt because it would hurt his credit. Continues to discuss why a protest would have destroyed his credit at the U.S. Bank and the Farmers Bank, and that he is pleased that he used the injunction that Chancellor Green gave him to prevent the protest., 1819 October 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.
Lewis Nicholas to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], encloses a letter from Mr. Edward Garland of Goochland and asks Nicholas to respond on behalf of himself as well., 1819 November 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.
William H. Cabell to Wilson Cary Nicholas, promises to remain silent about the changes of the terms made by the United States Bank since the first proposition was made by Nicholas to them and he discusses the financial arrangements made by them in regard to his debt in detail. Continues to discuss agricultural pursuits and mentions the editorial remarks of Roane in the Intelligencer., 1819 November 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.
P[hilip] N[orbonne] Nicholas to Wilson Cary Nicholas, mentions several suits against Nicholas on the docket and urges him to be present in court so that he can take the oath of insolvency., 1819 November 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.
Joseph C. Cabell to Wilson Cary Nicholas, apologizes for his delayed response, describing his wife's near fatal infection as a reason why he had not responded sooner. Reassures him that Doctor [John Augustine] Smith will not press his debt to the College [of William and Mary?] but will be satisfied with the interest. Asks about Nicholas's opinion of the book on canals which he lent him before., 1819 December 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.
Wilson Cary Nicholas to Bernard Peyton, with fragment [in WCN's hand?], discusses the buying and selling of pork. Continues to discuss more financial and speculative issues, with Nicholas refusing to participate in a proposal that Peyton had put forth., 1819 December 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.
William H. Cabell to Wilson Cary Nicholas, discusses his travel plans and his inability to visit Nicholas on his way to Richmond because he will be traveling with his wife. Discusses some legal issues including that "the answer of one defendant in Chancery can never be used as testimony against another defendant" and other rules of evidence and equity. Relays information that [Joseph?] Darmsdatt is dead and that Cabell does not know if he ever responded to his bill of injunction., 1820 January 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.
Dr. John Augustine Smith to [Wilson Cary Nicholas?], discusses financial transactions, specifically the deposit of money from Mr. [Joseph?] Marx into Smith's account $477.82 and that he expected Mr. Marx to deposit, in total, $1100., 1820 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.
William H. Cabell to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], discusses in detail his conversation with General Marshall about the financial affairs of Nicholas, and how his testimony could safely be admitted in court concerning the lawsuits against him. Cabell believes the "most favorable plan for the endorsers would be for suits to be immediately brought against them by the persons holding your paper" and "the only other advisable plan would be a suit in Chancery to perpetuate your testimony." Also discusses the impact of Mr. Giles suit upon Nicholas' own case, and mentions other suits that may exert an influence upon his affairs. He notes that the half year's interest on the $20,000 due the United States Bank will be due in three or four months., 1820 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?], discusses his present financial situation and reputation. Preston requests that his name be removed as an endorser to the recipient's note at the bank of Virginia., 1820 February 04
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 Marx to Wilson Cary Nicholas, describes his recovery from a severe bout of gout. Informs Nicholas that he has been unable to sell his pork but is keeping it in the smoke house as he continues to try to sell it and lodge the sale amount to the credit of Dr. Smith. Mr. Christian, the bursar at the College of William and Mary, requested him to send the last receipts that he had from Mr. Coleman concerning the payment of his debt, because there appears to be a discrepancy., 1820 February 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.