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[Document, 1791 October 31]

81. [Document, 1791 October 31]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: October 31, 1791
  • Summary: Family news. Visited Jay's brother today (Frederick Jay); it was painful to see him sick, although he is 'tolerable'. Asked if he would stay with Jay's family until the spring and let her take care of his domestic arrangements, but he said he would ha...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 April 22]

82. [Document, 1792 April 22]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 22, 1792
  • Summary: Family news. Unsuccessful attempt to sell an unmanageable horse. Friends at Philadelphia have send his judicial robe to him, do not expect to see him again in his capacity as Chief Justice.
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 April 29]

83. [Document, 1792 April 29]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 29, 1792
  • Summary: Yesterday the vice-President called and then Mrs. Adams, who was returning my visit. Asked Mrs. Adams to dine but she declined, being indisposed. Asks if it would not be best to resume plan of building, as "you are no longer in danger of inconvenience...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 June 02]

84. [Document, 1792 June 02]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: June 02, 1792
  • Summary: The children are healthy, as well as Clarinda and the child. Mrs. Low and Mrs. Hamilton (servants) came yesterday. Asked if Mrs. Low could handle the great deal of entertaining they do when Mr. Jay is home; she believed that Mrs. Hamilton was better a...
  • Number of Images: 3
[Document, 1792 June 04]

85. [Document, 1792 June 04]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: June 04, 1792
  • Summary: People of Otsego have employed a lawyer to come to New York to defend their votes. She feels that the Otsego votes will have a consequence in his election, contrary to the confident attitude of Judge Hobart.
  • Number of Images: 1
[Document, 1792 June 10]

86. [Document, 1792 June 10]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: June 10, 1792
  • Summary: The Otsego votes will decide the election. Of the canvassers, eight are for Clinton, three for Jay. The name of Livingston is disgraced by the activities of Brockholst and Edward. Canvassers asked opinion of Rufus King and Aaron Burr; King for countin...
  • Number of Images: 5
[Document, 1792 May 06]

87. [Document, 1792 May 06]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: May 06, 1792
  • Summary: Is glad traveling has improved John Jay's health. Has heard from Polly that Jay's Marlborough cattle have been safely delivered to Rye. Received a shipment from Mr. Johnson in London; Peter paid customs and when a porter is ready, they will deliver it...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 May 08]

88. [Document, 1792 May 08]

[Document, 1792 May 13]

89. [Document, 1792 May 13]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: May 13, 1792
  • Summary: Their daughter still shows no sign of smallpox, despite her fourth inoculation. Mr. Stevens, Mrs. Livingston's father, died of a "putrid fever." Susan wishes to remind Jay of her lottery. The Munro family dines with them today. John Jay's brother and ...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 May 17]

90. [Document, 1792 May 17]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: May 17, 1792
  • Summary: Jay's brother Frederick remarried, although they were never informed of it. She and Peggy Munro would like to know what line of conduct they should take in this regard. What should she do about James Creighton and his family? Election may go for Clint...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1792 May 23]

91. [Document, 1792 May 23]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: May 23, 1792
  • Summary: She describes the laconic manner in which Frederick Jay told her of his remarriage. Comments that the new marriage to Mrs. Dunscombe has alienated the late Mrs. Jay's family. Fortunately Frederick and his new wife have left for Brunswick, which will g...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1793 July 13]

92. [Document, 1793 July 13]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: July 13, 1793
  • Summary: Has not been home in three weeks; hopes to receive letters from Jay. Went to the farm at Bedford with son, daughter and Effy. Saw the foundation of the house and the operation of the mill with Major Lyons and his wife. Wishes to see Jay and the childr...
  • Number of Images: 3
[Document, 1794 April 18]

93. [Document, 1794 April 18]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 18, 1794
  • Summary: Has heard news of his nomination. Her eagerness to see him is mingled with dread of their parting. Begs him to take Peter with him on mission as it would please the boy and console her. Asks him to continue writing her daily.
  • Number of Images: 4
[Document, 1794 April 22]

94. [Document, 1794 April 22]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: April 22, 1794
  • Summary: Her despondency at his departure has kept her from writing sooner. However, his image came before her and reminded her of her duty. Again asks him to take Peter with him to London. Every one seems to expect John Jay to do so and it would disappoint Pe...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1794 August 02]

95. [Document, 1794 August 02]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 02, 1794
  • Summary: Family well. Business transactions leave John Jay with upwards of pound 200 for which neither Mrs. Jay nor Munro can find suitable investment. Stocks too high for purchase. Americans anticipate peace and enjoy prosperity. John Jay's mission now univer...
  • Number of Images: 3
[Document, 1794 August 27]

96. [Document, 1794 August 27]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: August 27, 1794
  • Summary: Her delight at receiving his letters: "Heaven be praised for all its mercies-your safe arrival my best beloved excited a general joy, pleasure beamed from every countenance..."Has visited Peter and Polly Jay at Rye. Is at a loss whether to write John ...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1794 December 05]

97. [Document, 1794 December 05]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: December 05, 1794
  • Summary: Agrees that he should wait for spring passage. Good prospects for a young man entering legal profession in New York; hopes this will encourage Peter. Financial transactions. Plato has been bound out. Household news.
  • Number of Images: 5
[Document, 1794 December 05]

98. [Document, 1794 December 05]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: December 05, 1794
  • Summary: Receipt of John Jay's letters. Disappointed at his decision to remain in England until the spring. News of the children and other members of the family. Has received money from Mr. Morris for sale of land in which John Jay held an interest. Because of...
  • Number of Images: 4
[Document, 1794 July 07]

99. [Document, 1794 July 07]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: July 07, 1794
  • Summary: Maria, Ann and William in Rye for ten days; she is alone with little Sarah. Johnny Lyon will probably want a considerable sum but has not named it yet. The mill is raised and almost covered -- will be beneficial to the country and profitable to you. F...
  • Number of Images: 2
[Document, 1794 May 29]

100. [Document, 1794 May 29]

  • Name: Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author) Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
  • Date: May 29, 1794
  • Summary: Severe storms have caused Sarah to worry about John Jay's safety. Poplars blown to ground. Cherries blown from trees. All children well-have been fighting for honor of washing off their father's portrait near the fireplace. Two of Scattergood's relati...
  • Number of Images: 2