receipt by Thomas Dimnor (Dinn ?) for survey for 1600 acres by Edmund Scarburge (or Scarbrough)-Northampton County

survey 1000 acres in Northampton County for Thomas Dimnor (or variation) by Edmund Scarburge-Northampton County

Survey--3700 acres in Northampton County for Argall Yeardly--located in oversize Box 14, folder 13

Deed for 40 acres in Northampton County from John Savage to Thomas Duparkes, both of Northampton County-recorded 7 September 1678; note 1 March 1682 concerning payment of tobacco from Savage's estate to Duparkes

Deed for 1000 acres in Rappahannock County from Thomas Short of Rappahannock County to John Newton of Westmoreland County-recorded 1 January 1689/90

will, Hilary Stringer of Northampton County-recorded February 1695

plat for 576 acres-county unknown

judicial records-Westmoreland County-George Eskridge as guardian for William Newton, son of William Newton

Account and receipt, 23 July 1730, estate of Matthew Phripp to William Calvert-no county

Act for docking entail of certain tract of land in Northampton County and etc. and vesting the same in fee simple for Gertrude Harmanson--located in oversize box 14, folder 10

judicial records-Westmoreland County-Benjamin Berryman as guardian for William Newton and Benjamin Newton, sons of William Newton

quitrent payment for Benjamin Berryman on land belonging to William Newton-Westmoreland County

plat for 413 acres-county unknown-John Ralls, surveyor

deed, Absalom Hall to William Tazewell--located in oversize box 14, folder 8

deed, Thomas Spady and wife to William Tazewell--located in oversize box 14, folder 8

land grant, dated 26 May 1666, from Governor William Berkeley to Mihill Hughill and Thomas Short in Westmoreland County-copy made by Benjamin Waller for William Newton

part of an account for William Randolph-one side contains a receipt to Pleasant Cocke for William Randolph from John S. Clark

survey of pretentions of Capt. William Tazewell and Mrs. Elisha Stringer--located in oversize box 14, folder 8

survey for William Tazewell and Elisha Stringer--located in oversize box 14, folder 10

survey for William Tazewell and Esther Savage--located in oversize box 13, folder 1

suit papers--William Tazewell vs. Esther Savage--2 items--located in oversize box 13, folder 2

warrant from George Nicholas, clerk of the Dinwiddie County Court for Thomas Fluwellin and William Rives

court record in suit of John Eppes and James Thweatt, tobacco inspector against Thomas Flewellin and William Rives-Dinwiddie County

complaint by James Thweatt, tobacco inspector, against Thomas Flewellin and William Rives-Dinwiddie County

deed from John Thruston of Gloucester County to William Freeman of Norfolk--located in oversize box 14, folder 6

survey of a tract of land in Stafford County belonging to Charles Harding

deposition of James Kitchen and Mary Kitchen about Richard Porch and land owned by Samuel Skinker

(date recorded)--bond from James Carter of Williamsburg to John Tayloe of Richmond County

n.d.-fragment of possible plat

memo on property of Samuel Boush of Norfolk

from Philip Ludwell Lee, Stratford Hall, Westmoreland County, to Robert Cary and Co., London, asking that the company make a payment to Malcome Hamilton and Co. and Robert Mitchell, merchant

bill (i.o.u.) from Mordicai Cook of Gloucester County to William Short of Williamsburg

survey of lands of John Tazewell and Nathaniel Savage by court order 22 October 1764--located in oversize box14, folder 13

deeds for land in Brunswick County from Thomas Twitty to Peter Twitty, George Twitty, Thomas Twitty, Jr., and John Twitty--located in oversize box 13, folder 3

deed for lands in York County from Francis and Elizabeth Willis of Gloucester County to William Nelson of York County

suit papers--Accomack County--John Goodright vs. William Bradford--located in oversize box 13, folder 3

account of William Black with Jeremiah Bowles

statement of the tobacco of Jeremiah Bowles at Black's Ferry

depositions by Thomas Spady, Ann Peterkin, and William Bishop concerning Elias Roberts living in the home now occupied by Walter Hyslop in Tazewell vs. Savage in General Court-case originated in Northampton (?)

deposition of Robert Johnston in suit of Thomas Bankes vs. William Newton-Westmoreland County (?)

Williamsburg-bond from John Thompson, Jr. to Benjamin Waller and Thomas Everard

Dudley Whitaker-fees paid to Benjamin Waller, clerk, James City County Court

decree in West vs. Bonnywell-General Court

King George County Court-Thomas Skinker vs. William Newton-verdict for plaintiff

Bartholomew Dandridge-fees paid to Waller-James City County Court

Halifax Court-Anthony Irby vs Thomas Read-court papers

letter, John Tazewell, Williamsburg, to Thomas Burke, Norfolk, concerning claims on a female slave and concerning a legal dispute between Burke and another person

judgment by General Court in case of Timothy Trytitle vs Nathaniel Littleton Savage, both of Northampton County

deed John Pool and wife to Peter Edwards--located in oversize box 14, folder 8

court order, General Court, in John Doe vs. William Newton, after decease of Thomas Skinker concerning land in King George County

bond from Samuel Calvert of Norfolk to Matthew Phripp

will of Henry Applewhite of Isle of Wight County, proved in November 1770

bill of exchange from Roger Dixon to John Backhouse, merchant in Liverpool

note from Anthony Irby concerning his suit against Thomas Read

receipt from Graves Daniel (?) for 450 pounds to tobacco from Charles Harding

Archibald Cary--invoice--located in oversize box 14, folder 10

bill of exchange from Carter and French to Perkins, Buchanan, and Brown, merchants London

bill of exchange from John Tazewell to John Breakill

deed of trust between Isham Eppes and Gray Briggs, both of Dinwiddie County-recorded July 1772

Warner Washington of Frederick County probably to an English merchant to whom he owed money

John Page to Captain James Esten-regretting that he will not be able to pay Esten total sum of what he owes-and wishing Esten good health and successful voyage

receipt from William Boon to William Newton for quitrents paid

Account, Mrs. Campbell to John Thomas for cole [coal] and turkeys

Anthony Irby to George Wythe of Williamsburg stating that Irby's opponent in a lawsuit is interested in arbitration and asking for papers relating and also when their case might be heard

account of Dr. Thomas Clayton with Phripp, Taylor and Co.

letter from Walter Coles of Halifax County to John Fox of Gloucester County stating that he will not be hiring Fox's slaves for another year and is sending them back; also includes a pass for the two slaves, Robin and Isaac

Accounts of Thomas Charles, 1749-1773 and Edward Athawes, 1747-1758

plat and survey of John Tazewell's lands in Northampton County--located in oversize box 14, folder 2

William Newton--memorandum on land he owns

receipt from Joshua Storrs to Hugh Walker for payment

judgment in York County Court-Matthew Phripp vs. Augustine Moore and Anne Mennis, executors of Charles Mennis, dec.

account of Thomas Newton Senr. and Co. with Elbeck Ross and Co.

settlement of account between William Fanning of Greensville County and (probably) Henry Tazewell of Brunswick County

memorandum of agreement between John Thackner of Dinwiddie County and Thomas Stith of Brunswick County concerning the sale of land in Brunswick County from Thackner to Stith-note on back indicates that Stith made his final payment on the property in May 1784, note on back by Richard Brodder (?) executor for estate of Thacker

receipt from John Combs to John Scott Harding for 1476 pounds of tobacco as part of cost of suit between Combs and Charles Harding

court order for Charles Harding to pay George Brodwell 584 pounds of tobacco because of Combs v Harding case

court order for Charles Harding to pay George Brodwell 1052 pounds of toabcco because of Combs v Harding case

letter from Robert Carter Nicholas of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell of Brunswick County, thanking him and the people of Brunswick for their contribution to the "association" and aid of Boston

copy of 18 March 1773 survey and plat of lands belonging to John Tazewell in Northampton County--recorded in Northampton County Court--located in oversize box 14, folder 2

indenture, directors of Town Point Company to mayor and council of Norfolk--located in oversize box 14, folder 10

receipt from John Combs to John Scott Harding for 2 l 10 s

account of estate of Christopher Calvert, deceased, with Phripp, Taylor, and Co. from 28 August 1772 to 13 October 1775-note payment in 1784

advertisement by John Heath announcing that George Glascock, Sr., and George Glascock, Jr., broke into his home and removed a slave named Joe once the property of William Glascock, dec., also includes list of names who were to receive warrants and were involved in the action

invoice to John Tazewell from James Honey and Richard Harrocks of Richard Harrocks and Co. for a coffin for Colonel Richard Bland-includes receipt, 25 November 1776 for payment by Tazewell

promissory note from John Burwell for 27 l 10 s to John Edmondson

bill of complaint in Northumberland County court by Chloe Glascock, John Hughlett, and John Heath stating that Joe had been hired out in Gloucester County-George Glascock went to Gloucester County court and received a warrant to take Joe-petitioners want to prevent Glascock from selling Joe-Joe is part of the dower of George Glascock's, (father of George Glascock) daughter married to James Heath

court motion giving Thomas Scott administration of estate of Amy Eppes

letter from Sir Peyton Skipwith of Mecklenburg County to Henry Tazewell concerning a debt owed Skipwith by William Jeter of Mecklenburg County and legal proceedings

statement by Thomas Everard of Williamsburg informing the justices of New Kent County that Mary Dandridge is unable to travel to the courthouse and state that she agrees to the sale of property by her and her husband to Henry Tazewell

Mary Read to Dr. Earbic stating that she is willing to have their dispute arbitrated so that it can end

will of William Drew, possibly of Williamsburg-also contains a note by Henry Tazewell that Drew's executors shouldn't have sold certain land-date is from Tazewell's legal opinion

receipt from Thomas Jefferson to Henry Tazewell for money recovered from estate of John Randolph for Pannell and Jones-photocopy

Jedidiah Turner to Henry Tazewell concerning a suit

Account, John Robinson to Joseph Prentis of Williamsburg

loan office certificate for $431 and 5/6th dollars money due from Benjamin Waller to Nathaniel Walthoes? legatees-signed by John Page, lt. governor

letter from Theodorick Bland to Henry Tazewell advising Tazewell to find a wife--also announces that he hopes to visit Tazewell soon--also asks that he be taken in a move to buy wine for 1/3

account of John Robinson with Curtis Patrick

Richard McKintosh to Henry Tazewell-concerning a case he'd spoken to Tazewell about and asking him to come down to handle it

certificate signed by John Donelson concerning a survey

petition from tenants of Gedney Clark in Loudoun County to Leven Powell asking for aid concerning their agreement with Clark and Clark's land

Isaac Smith to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to defend a suit for him

paper relating to Dutton Lane's claim to land in Pittsylvania County

claim for 300 acres in Pittsylvania County by Dutton Lane

H. Hill of Hog Island (Surry?) to Henry Tazewell concerning his suit against Gwatkin(?)

H. Hill to Tazewell concerning his suit

account of Bassett and Alexander Moseley with Phripp and Bowdoin

account of Messrs. Phripp and Bowdoin with Bassett and Alexander Moseley--located in oversize box 13, folder 4

Memorandum for William Tazewell--Brown ans. Moseley--located in oversize box 14, folder 10

suit between James Brattain and William Allen, both of Augusta County, concerning two slaves Allen was supposed to have sold to Brattain

letter from Mrs. William (C.) Jackson to Benjamin Waller concerning a plantation which she is suing for and asking for Waller's help

letter from Blackman Moseley of Chesterfield County to John Brown of Williamsburg paying for corn Moseley has bought of Brown

letter, John Bailey to Henry Tazewell concerning a suit involving Richard Henry Lee and his tenants and asking for Tazewell's help

receipt from William Randolph to Pleasant Cocke for 2160 l 12 s for 1/32 part of the Water Witch and cargo

letter from Henry Tazewell to Henry Farnsworth of Loudoun County concerning tenants' complaints against Gedney Clark

letter from Benjamin Waller to Henry Tazewell-Waller wants to wrap up accounts of Knox and co.-asks Tazewell's help with the high court of chancery-also comments on other suits he's connected with

Waller to Tazewell-regarding his letter of 22 March-government moving from Williamsburg to Richmond-not conducting business between now and move-Waller still asks Tazewell's help in matters after in Richmond

letter from William Fanning to Henry Tazewell-Tazewell's mother asking him to visit, her health is poor-also neighborhood news (Brunswick County)

deposition by Samuel Staples before Isaac Younghusband, justice of Henrico County-Staples states that only 4 folks were examined in Buckingham Court in Staples vs Staples-William Calloway, whom he was going to take to court left for Kentucky

an act to vest escheated lands in the County of Kentucky in trustees for a public school--located in oversize box 13, folder 4

letter, Simeon Deane of Portsmouth to Henry Tazewell concerning his petition to the legislature-hopes to have his papers back from British to show his accounts

letter, Edwin Gray of Southampton to Henry Tazewell-money from sale of brandy-bond for $1500 hasn't received yet-Henry Blunt now studying again-asks for Tazewell's opinion

account of estate of Matthew Phripp with William Hancock and receipt from Hancock to estate

letter John Tazewell of Northampton County to Henry Tazewell (nephew)-discusses health-wants to leave family comfortable-work his plantation-asks Tazewell to buy him some horses-sell his gold watch-hopes will be able to have estate free of debt-asks Tazewell to purchase flax seed

letter from William Newton of Stafford County to Henry Tazewell-land dispute between Newton and Skinker for land in Stafford County-Newton says his family's land-asks Tazewell's help

promissory note for 6000 l from Edwin Gray to Henry Tazewell

legal opinion of James Trotter Jr. concerning suit of Bratton vs Allen in Augusta County

invoice and receipt-invoice to Alexander Moseley for estate of Matthew Phripp from John Calvert-Calvert also wrote the receipt to the estate

letter from Pleasant Cocke (Prince George County?) to Henry Tazewell regarding a suit against Cocke by Mr. Mukes (?) and William Randolph-asks Tazewell to handle it for him-asks how Muckes (?) beat Tazewell in court last general court

John Heath to Henry Tazewell concerning a suit he has in court and asking Tazewell to handle it

account of Bassett and Alexander Moseley with Phripp and Bowdoin

Allan Jones to Henry Tazewell-both Jones and Robert Lucas are unable to get their witnesses to county court this term-ask Tazewell to get a continuance-Lucas agrees to this

letter from Samuel Staples of Buckingham County to Henry Tazewell-he broke his leg and won't be able to see Tazewell this court-would like to get a new trial in his suit against David Staplesin a case-anything good to come from this legislature?

James Boyd Jr., to James Henry stating he's sent Mr. Bray for the tobacco Henry is paying Boyd for supplies-regrets illness prevents him coming

W. Savage of Edenton, North Carolina, to Henry Tazewell concerning suits in Virginia courts that Savage is involved in

letter, Thomas Bolling to Henry Tazewell informing Tazewell his sister wants to visit him

estate of Matthew Phripp to Cornelius Calvert for hire of slaves

letter Richard Guthrie of King and Queen County to Henry Tazewell-suit between him and James Guthrie-would like to meet with Tazewell and pay fee-hopes for trial, cannot attend this court

letter, William Wilson of Norfolk County to Henry Tazewell-suit brought against Wilson by Elizabeth Halstead for land she and husband deeded to him but it was never acknowledged

list of bonds of Henry Tazewell

inventory of the estate of John Tazewell, dec'd, of Williamsburg

James Taylor of Northampton County to Henry Tazewell concerning a land dispute suit Tazewell is involved in

letter from Jonathan Calvert of Norfolk (?) to Henry Tazewell-accused of breach of contract by Daniel Freehand-supposed to sell a slave woman-she was hired out and person who'd hired refused to give her up-asks Tazewell to handle case

Thomas Bayly to Henry Tazewell-a deposition returned-can't get witnesses to court yet-thinks deposition will satisfy court-or hopes Tazewell can get suit put off

Hugh Donagle to Henry Tazewell asking him to handle a case

Maria Corbin (Henry's sister) to Henry Tazewell asking him to assist Mrs. Bird in a legal matter

John Harmanson to Henry Tazewell-recaptured four slaves that had gone off with the British-had robbed community-neighbors unhappy has them back-considering selling them

resolved by the general assembly that petition from Fluvanna for William Henry to build a grist mill be recognized-rejects petition of opponents of the mill

account of William Page with Henry Tazewell

notes on Thomas Scott vs John Hodges-for slave Nan and her increase

pleas before the Hustings Court of Williamsburg

John Robinson to Joseph Prentis of Williamsburg-Curtis Patrick came to his house stating Robinson owed him money-Robinson said no, showed receipt-Curtis said signature forged-calls him name points gun-Robinson calls for his-Patrick leaves, says sorry-later publishes charges against Robinson and that only apologized b/c Robinson pointed gun-Robinson says did not-Tazewell assists on case

agreement between Matthew Pearson and Henry Tazewell for Tazewell to buy a house and lot in Williamsburg-last payment to be due 1 March 1784

Alexander Tarte of Dumfries to Henry Tazewell-concerning legal business Tazewell is handling for him and payment

John Thomson of Petersburg to Henry Tazewell-received power from Thomas Hughes of SC to receive money owed by Tazewell to Hughes

William Wilson of Norfolk County to Henry Tazewell-informs Tazewell that the suit against him by Elizabeth Halstead has been settled-asks Tazewell to return all papers related to the case

memorandum from Pleasant Cocke-suit between him and William Randolph over sailing vessels

invoice and account of money owed to John Bruce by Stephen Tankard--Bruce asks Tankard to pay the money to Henry Tazewell who will issue receipt

James Jeffrey to Henry Tazewell-asks about suit against James Smith-asks for copy of final degree in the case of the Rambler and its cargo-wants to know what Tazewell has done in suit against Smith and others for removal of cargo in Portsmouth and of cargo in Port-au-Prince

Sarah Tazewell of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell-selling her house in Williamsburg and perhaps buying Henry's Williamsburg home

William Cumming of Edenton to Henry Tazewell concerning the suspension of admiralty law in NC or nationwide?-seems to be NC

John Cowper to Henry Tazewell-wishes to institute a suit against Carter Braxton in Williamsburg court-asks Tazewell to handle it

land grant for 600 acres in Bedford County to Samuel Hatcher--located in oversize box 14, folder 11

David Cochran of Richmond to Henry Tazewell-writs that Henry had sent

John Tellruer (?) at Princeton-concerning relations between Britain and the United States now that the Treaty of Paris is signed-ranging from shipping to commercial treaties, etc

Thomas Read of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell--regards a suit in the high court of chancery concerning a land dispute Read is involved in

Robert Clark Jacob of Lancaster County to Henry Tazewell-asks his opinion on where to try a suit he wants to bring

William Harmanson of Northampton to Henry Tazewell-Mr. Savage made sheriff by Harmason for 3 years paying 60 l a year-before 3rd year someone else commissioned sheriff-Savage wants Harmanson to pay-Harmanson asks Tazewell to handle suit

court papers in Maupin vs. Hornsby

John Morrison to Henry Tazewell-information about an appraisal of an estate which wasn't to be appraised-on back notes on Scott vs Hodges

B. Holmes of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell concerning an appeal by Andrew Mackie to the General Court for a case in the Isle of Wight court

Littleton Waller Tazewell of Williamsburg to his father Henry Tazewell-personal and family news

Nathaniel Lyttleton Savage Jr. of New Kent County to Henry Tazewell-claims 650 acres of land in Northampton County-currently some Indians and free Negroes on it-what steps should he take to get the land?

record of Fitzhugh vs. Turner

Matthew Cope of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell-concerning money owed him by others

deed for land in James City County from John Carter Byrd and Maria Taylor Byrd to Henry Martin--located in oversize, box 14, folder 11

account and receipt for estate of Matthew Phripp from Cornelius Calvert

copy of birth register of St. George Parish, Liverpool, England, containing the entries for the births of 2 of the daughters of William Wetwood-made by George Hodson, chaplain-also-6 March 1784 giving birth date of the third daughter, William Wetwood under oath to John Crosbie-lastly 8 March 1784-notary James Sudill states the validity of these items

William Nelson Jr. to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell for a loan anywhere from 30 to 50 l

Alexander Tarte of Prince William to Henry Tazewell-his suit against John Shute-other legal matters Tazewell is handling for him

account of John Shute with Alexander Tarte, both Prince William

memorandum-Foushee Tibbs-William Carr undertaking for Alexander Tarte

Daniel Clarke of Richmond to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to settle a dispute between him and Mr. La Tarque if a trial cannot be had

Robert Carter of Westmoreland County (Nominy Hall) to Archibald Cary of Chesterfield County (Ampthill) stating he has referred Cary's letter to Henry Tazewell-also includes note from Cary to Tazewell stating he's in the dark

Alexander Tarte of Prince William (Dumfries) to Henry Tazewell concerning legal matters

judgment, Elizabeth City County Court in case of Elianor Brough and William Brough, executors of William Brough dec'd vs. Cary Selden

John Lawrence of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell-sending certificates from Dr. Wetwood of Liverpool-see 6 March 1784

Cary Selden of Elizabeth City County to Henry Tazewell-suit brought against him-asks for Tazewell's help

Resolution of the House of Delegates regarding article 8 of the Articles of Confederation concerning requisitions from states

bond between John Roebuck and Henry Christian Wright, both of Nansemond County

Cary Selden to Henry Tazewell-update on his case in Elizabeth City County and Hampton

note on money owed by John Hubard to Richard Pringle, both deceased--James Hubard says that money has already been paid

account and receipt-estate of Matthew Phripp and Jonathan Calvert

Mary Donaldson of Isle of Wight County to Henry Tazewell-worried that John Lawrence will be unable to attend court-believes his evidence key-will rely on Tazewell

Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser-contains ad for runaway slaves from Westmoreland County-original transferred to the Newspaper Project, 27 February 2002

Joseph Peason of Charlotte County to Henry Tazewell concerning his case against Mr. Wood-will amply pay for services

Abraham Shepperd of Berkeley County to Henry Tazewell-concerns 10,000 acres one time granted to John Canmeter-ownership in doubt-offers Tazewell 100 guineas to prove family has title to land

John Willcox to Henry Tazewell-legal help on dispute involving (Principio?) Iron Works

Edmund Scarburgh to Henry Tazewell-suit against executors of Isaac Dunton -asks Tazewell to get help of other lawyers

William Cole of Petersburg to Henry Tazewell-can't make it court until following Monday-asks Tazewell to put off any action in his suit until Cole can come and talk to him

Thomas Stith to Henry Tazewell asking if Tazewell can recover his costs in his suit against Mrs. Newsum

account of Daniel Dulany executor of estate of Ann Tasker

Abel and Littleton Upshur of Northampton County to Henry Tazewell-how their suits in chancery are going since their father's death

Ralph Wormeley Jr. of Richmond County to Henry Tazewell-writ Tazewell sent given to the sheriff in November-John Tayloe assigned him a bond of John Turbeville of Westmoreland County, asks for a writ for Turbeville-asks why George Nicholas, attorney for Fairfax did not notice suit by Wormley's father in chancery to recover lands in Berkeley in Fairfax, asks Tazewell to check into it

Wills and John Cowper of Portsmouth to Henry Tazewell-want to have some depositions taken concerning the brig Courtney-ask if Wills Cowper's answer to bill of Henry Banks can be taken without Wills' attendance-other legal matters

John Tabb to Henry Tazewell-will draw up deed for land that Tazewell is buying from Tabb-photocopy

deed 50 acres in Norfolk County from William Hogwood to Mary Ann Hall--located in oversize box 14, folder 6

Edward Archer of Isle of Wight County to Henry Tazewell concerning his suit with Taylor

Samuel Waterman of London to Henry Tazewell-recovery of British debts-he's working on his accounts

Silvanus Prince to Henry Tazewell-probably or possibly Tazewell's overseer--one of the slave children has died-sorrell mare had a colt and is again breeding-planting coming along-cattle-bought cattle, asks for money to pay

commission--Patrick Henry to Henry Tazewell--located in oversize box 13, folder 5

commission from Governor Patrick Henry appointing Henry Tazewell judge of the General Court-one of two copies-negative photostat

Ralph Wormeley Jr. of Richmond County to Henry Tazewell-regarding his appointment as judge and regarding a bond between Wormeley and Tazewell

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell-Randolph can't provide a horse to Wilson Cary Nicholas's mother-asks if Tazewell could loan her a horse-photocopy

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell thanking Tazewell for the use of a horse for Wilson Cary Nicholas' mother-photocopy

deed for a slave named George from Ambrose Davenport to Henry Tazewell-cost 90 l

receipt from William Calvert to Alexander Moseley for items bought

D. Ragsdale of King William County to Henry Tazewell-Walker Powell, defendant in a suit, has paid some of the debt he owes and Ragsdale expects more at the next court-photocopy

William Urquehart of Southampton County to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to get the money Page owed him (Urquehart) and send it along-is in need of cash-has others who owe him but can't pay-has a debt of a Hamilton by way of Mr. Claiborne-wants to sue but doesn't know if possible the way he's thinking-in p.s. asks for bill of exchange for Page's debt

James Bentley of Gloucester County to Henry Tazewell-understands that Tazewell is looking for carpenters and is offering his services

John Calvert of Norfolk to Alexander Moseley asking if any common council men were chosen between 2 August 1783-19 June 1784-asks for their names

Peter Wyche of James City County to Henry Tazewell-can't pay money he owes Tazewell at the moment but will endeavor to collect enough of the debts owed to him to make the payment

plat for suit between Joseph Ball, plaintiff, and William Newton, defendant--located in oversize box 14, folder 6

from Maria Corbin of King William to her brother Henry Tazewell-wishes he were not melancholy-thinks he should be merry except when sitting on the bench-family news

Edwin Gray at Portsmouth to Henry Tazewell-offers to sell him 20-25 ewes and ewe lambs

John Nivison, legal opinion on case involving lands in Smithfield

account and receipt of Henry Tazewell with William Nimmo

deeds for land in Northampton County-100 acres from William and Mary Roberts to Littleton Savage, all of Northampton County-2 deeds between John Imray of Prince George County and Robert and Mary Burton Bolling of Dinwiddie County for 1600 acres in Northampton County-deeds copied for General Court

from Edmund Fanning of Nova Scotia to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to handle business for him in Hillsborough-gives him power of attorney

account of estate of James Honey with Henry Martin copied from books of James Honey by David Morton executor

Henry Martin's account with John Byrd

John Byrd of Charles City County to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to give Mr. Blackgrove (?) $10 on his account

Graham Frank of London to Henry Tazewell concerning items that Frank had purchased for Tazewell

account, invoice, and receipt-account and invoice from James Juhan to William Tazewell, asking Tazewell to pay Mr. Delacroix-back endorsed by Delacroix as paid

Promissory note from Samuel Calvert (Norfolk?) to Alexander Moseley

account of James Honey (dec'd) with Henry Martin for carpentry work in 1785-copied in 1787 by David Morton executor

statements on bonds owed to John Byrd by Henry Martin and Henry Tazewell

from William Nelson (?) to Henry Tazewell asking him to pay money to Peter Powell towards his account with Nelson (?)

request from John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to pay 85 l to Hugh Nelson-receipt by Nelson

bond from Henry Tazewell to John C. Byrd of Charles City County for 5154 l

receipt for 150 l 2 s 4 p from Henry Tazewell to John Byrd on bond for purchase of Kingsmill

invoice and receipt-Henry Tazewell paying George Martin for work

from B. Holmes to Henry Tazewell-concerning money owed by Mr. Beall to Mr. Greenhow and whether it has been paid

instrument of writing between John Nivison and John Stratton for use of properties

from John Byrd to Henry Tazewell-states that while Tazewell owes him 500 l, he will send folks who call on him for money to Tazewell until 500 l is paid (already happening see above for that)

invoice from Charles Taliaferro to John Byrd for work-receipt that paid by Henry Tazewell

invoice, Matthew Phripp to Beriah Butt for goods--invoice dated 30 October 1779 and paid 3 September 1787 by Cornelius Calvert

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell-will come to dinner with a friend the next day if convenient for Tazewell

bond from Henry Tazewell to John Byrd for 88 l 2 s 4 p

request from Byrd asking Henry Tazewell to pay Dr. Matthew Pope-also receipt from Pope dated 25 September 1787

from John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to set up a time that Byrd can pick up slaves-also concerning payment of rest of Tazewell's bond

note from John Byrd asking Henry Tazewell to pay 16 l 1 s 4 p to General Nelson

receipt from John Byrd to Henry Tazewell regarding payment of 500 l bond towards payment for Kingsmill-lists the payments to Byrd and others in fulfilling obligation

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell requesting Tazewell pay Samuel Griffin 100 l on Byrd's account-contains receipt from Griffin

accounts of bonds to John Byrd listed by Samuel Griffin

promissory note from Henry Tazewell to John Byrd, witnessed by William Finnie

letter from John Byrd to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to pay Colonel Finnie 200 l as per Tazewell's bond to Byrd-also asks Tazewell to supply him with fodder and straw

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell-trying to raise money to help Mr. Nelson in judgment against his security-also asks Tazewell to collect balance of bond owed by Mr. Carter-hurt that Nelson thinks he's neglecting him-also asks if Tazewell can fill his loft with fodder and straw

unidentified account

account of Henry Tazewell with Matthew Moody for lumber and construction work

Harrison Randolph to Henry Tazewell asking for a recommendation as clerk for one of the newly established district courts preferably south of the James-photocopy

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking for the loan of a wagon

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to pay Colonel Finnie 26 l 17 s which Byrd will credit Tazewell-account on back

account of Henry Tazewell with John Byrd regarding Kingsmill-lists payments Tazewell has made

Robert Rutherford of Berkeley County to Henry Tazewell recommending John Peyton as clerk for the Winchester District Court

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to pay John Eldridge 60 l-note on back by Eldridge acknowledging payment

Henry Tazewell's account with William Finnie of Williamsburg

Henry Tazewell's account with William Finnie of Williamsburg

John Byrd's account with Henry Tazewell

receipt for 28 l 15 s from John Eldridge to Henry Tazewell as part of note from John Byrd's draft

invoice and receipt for knife case, hat, and shoes for Henry Tazewell from Warington and Keene

account of Henry Tazewell with John Eldridge-also receipt from Eldridge to Tazewell for 2 l 8 s on draft from John Byrd

William Finnie of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell regarding money Tazewell owes him and asking for the balance

Henry Tazewell's account with Warington and Keene

list of tobacco from Henry Tazewell to John Byrd

receipt from James Wood for corn from Mr. Prince by Henry Tazewell's order

William Fleming of Richmond to Henry Tazewell-hopes he is feeling better-hopes to see him in Richmond soon-many in Richmond are sick but getting better-asks him to bring papers for a case and clover seed

account of Henry Tazewell with Edward Charlson

Henry Tazewell to Mr. Prince asking him to deliver 20 barrels of corn to John Gordon

receipt from John Byrd to Timothy Richards for 1000 bundles of fodder and asking for more

Robert Taylor of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell-thanks him for courtesy to his girl-would like to visit Tazewell-also payment of an account

S. Wall (aunt) to Henry Tazewell-worried that might lose home-asks for Henry's help

Edward Rice of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell-asking for 50-70 barrels of corn-photocopy

Drury Stith of Brunswick County to Henry Tazewell-regarding being appointed a district court clerk-Colonel Jones says that Stith won't have a chance

Spencer Roane of Essex County to Henry Tazewell-letter of recommendation for Catesby Jones for a district court clerkship

receipt from John Byrd to Timothy Richards (Tazewell's overseer?) for 500 bundles of fodder from Henry Tazewell

Peter Lyons to Henry Tazewell-has not read letter, will not travel, will not think about courts and justices-justice on court

from John Byrd to Timothy Richards asking for 500 bundles of fodder actually as much as possible

from John Byrd to Timothy Richards acknowledging receipt of 500 bundles of fodder-and will await other 1000

Gerhard Watters appearing before a notary public in Rotterdam-papers in suit of John Francis Gabriel vs. John Conrade Rheeling, Gerrard Watters and son, and John Johnston

Henry Tazewell's account with John Byrd-monies that Tazewell has paid out for Byrd on money owed Byrd

John Byrd to Henry Tazewell asking Tazewell to pay Mr. Charlton 18 l 9 s on his account

land grant from Governor Beverly Randolph to Benjamin Pollard for 2000 acres in Montgomery County--located in oversize, box 13, folder 5

account of James Henry with James Boyd, Jr. for 16 gallons of old spirits--sent to Henry Tazewell by Mr. Bray for suit of Henry vs. Boyd

receipt from William Coleman to Henry Tazewell for wheat on account of James Boyd

from Robert Nicolson to John Byrd for 15 l for account of Henry Tazewell

account of estate of Matthew Phripp with Cornelius Calvert-and receipt from Cornelius Calvert

account of Henry Tazewell--bought of Hunt and Adams--located in oversize box 13, folder 5

account of Henry Tazewell

Matthias Hopkins, bill of complaint in Princess Anne County Court against William Willory

papers of Gabriel vs Rheeling, Walters and Johnston

Nathaniel Burwell of Carter's Grove, James City County to Wakelin Welsh and Son, merchants London-tobacco and Mr. Hubard's estate--also note by Burwell 15 June 1790

promissory note from Miles King to Matthew Page, both possibly of Elizabeth City County, for 25 l for the hire of a Negro man Billy

note from L. Tazewell to H. Tazewell sending 19 oz of gold for 20 grains

commissioners' report in suit of John Francis Gabriel vs. John Conrade Rheeling, Gerrard Walters and son, and John Johnston in Portsmouth

bond between Robert Freeman and John Nivison

letter from Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell concerning the debts of his uncle's estate, especially one bond--photocopy

deed for tract of land in Norfolk Borough from Robert Freeman, Warren County, North Carolina, to John Nivison, Portsmouth, Virginia--located in oversize box 13, folder 5

receipt for 1366 l from Pleasant Cocke to William Randolph (Petersburg)

court papers for suit of John Francis Gabriel vs John Conrade Rehheling, Richard Walters, etc.

Henry Tazewell account with Edward Charlton-also receipt

deed, John Carter Byrd and Maria Taylor Byrd to Henry Tazewell--located in oversize box 14, folder 6

receipt by Ambrose Davenport for corn from Thomas Lawson to George Carter

bond from Henry Tazewell to William Lightfoot-note that bond was paid 12 May 1808 by Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of John Byrd with Henry Tazewell

deed between William Clark and Thomas Gerard for a lot in Petersburg--copy of a deed made 30 April 1789--located in oversize box 13, folder 5

deposition in case between Gabriels and Rheeling concerning the ship Pamela and its condition upon sailing

agreement on lease between Thomas Gerard and Samuel Kerr for a lot in Petersburg

description of lot purchased by Thomas Gerard in Petersburg

letter from Samuel McCaw of Richmond to Henry Tazewell concerning lawsuits that John Tazewell had been handling but now Henry is-asks the status of them

letter from Maria Corbin to Henry Tazewell hoping that he will come visit when his judicial duties bring him to court-looks forward to meeting Henry St. George Tucker

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell concerning his debt to Tazewell and thanking him for his patience-business in Philadelphia-photocopy

William Holt (?) of Williamsburg concerning willingness to pick up a loan

bond between John Warren of Norfolk County and Samuel Calvert of Norfolk

charter party of apprizement between James Douglass, Richard Jordan, and John Granbery all of Norfolk-concerning shipping cargoes

an act to revise the laws of Virginia-appoints Henry Tazewell as one of the revisers

letter from Samuel S. McCroskey (or McGroskey) of Northampton County to Henry Tazewell concerning payment for land that McCroskey bought from Tazewell and his difficulty in paying

agreement between William Lee and John Brack, both of James City County-Lee is renting a plantation from Brack who will make certain improvements-William Greenlaw signed for William Lee

judicial records of Petersburg-deposition by Richard Bate that Robert Butler owes him money-attachment by the court against Robert Butler

deed between Daniel Rothery and William Hobday for a lot in Norfolk Borough--located in oversize box 13, folder 6

execution in Dinwiddie County-slave Gilbert sold for 70 l-William Calvert-judicial records, Dinwiddie County

deed for a lot in Norfolk from William Hobday to Patrick Parker--located in oversize box 14, folder 11

account of John C. Byrd with Henry Tazewell

from John C. Byrd asking Henry Tazewell to pay George Jackson 10 l 7 s 9 p on his account

from John C. Byrd asking Henry Tazewell to pay Edward Charlton 6 l 10 s 6 p on his account

Robert Taylor of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell

Essay by Littleton Waller Tazewell on importance of physical science-delivered at time of graduation

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell regarding an agreement and deed with Wilson Cary Nicholas?--photocopy

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell concerning his business with Wilson Cary Nicholas-photocopy

Edmund Randolph to Henry Tazewell concerning his business with Wilson Cary Nicholas-photocopy

charter party of affreightment--located in oversize box 13, folder 6

John Whillock of Norfolk to John Nivison asking Nivison to begin a suit in chancery in Petersburg enabling him to sell a home in Petersburg currently occupied by Samuel Kerr-had been partners with Thomas Gerard who owned the home and who owed Whillock money

assignment of rents from John E. Holt to James Southall and be used to pay off a bond from John E. Holt to William Holt-if rents aren't sufficient to pay bond, will pay sum of money-accounts on back dating 1792-1793

Slingers and Sadlers account with John Lupton

receipt from John C. Byrd to Henry Tazewell for 50 l received on account of annuity

account current--Simon Vashon with John Elliott--located in oversize box 14, folder 8

legal opinion by William Nivison (or Nimmo) on a hypothetical case-on back circles with writing saying a plat of Robert Boush (but no plat)

a list of the taxable property in James City County the year 1792

a list of tithables in James City County the year 1792

complaint of Samuel Calvert against John Warren who owes him 42 l

abstract, minutes of the Common Hall, Norfolk Borough--enclosure, plan of Town Point land--located in oversize box 14, folder 14

Diploma "Universitatis Gulielmi et Maria"--Littleton Waller Tazewell--located in oversize box 14, folder 11

bond from John Savage Calvert and William Calvert to Alexander Moseley for 6 l for hire of a slave

letter from William Anderson and Company of London to Henry Tazewell informing him that they'd sold 10 of the 14 hogsheads of tobacco he shipped and lists the prices-ask Tazewell's assistance in loading the "Major" when it arrives on the York River

receipt for 20 bushels of oats from Henry Tazewell to John Eldridge on account of John Byrd

John Byrd requests that Henry Tazewell pay to James Davis 30 l on his account-receipt 22 March 1792 from Davis to Tazewell for money received

letter from William Coleman to Henry Tazewell concerning Tazewell's account with him

executions for sale of goods and chattel (including slaves) of William Calvert of Dinwiddie County-list some prices slaves were sold at

account John Warren to Samuel Calvert

wrapper to a document concerning Littleton Waller Tazewell at The College of William and Mary-possibly for his diploma

receipt from John Carter Byrd to Henry Tazewell for 2544 l 1 s 4 p for payment on Kingsmill

deed for land in Norfolk County from Samuel Calvert and Mary Bassett Calvert of Southampton County to James Warren of Norfolk County

poor rates in James City County-upper district

power of attorney from John Lupton late of Suffolk, VA, now of Liverpool to William Nivison of Norfolk, VA for suit of Lupton as surviving partner of Lupton and Irvin against Slingers and Sadler

deed from John Marsden to James Christie--located in oversize box 14, folder 11

list of the land tax in James City County

list of tithes in James City County-includes names of slaves

list of taxable property in James City County

power of attorney to collect rents from John E. Holt to Richard C. Lee(?)

complaint by John Moss against Augustine Smith in York County Court-says Smith owes him 50 l

state of the levy for James City County

letter from Edward Archer in Norfolk to William Nivison in Suffolk-concerning legal matters Nivison and his brother handled for Archer-also wife's first husband had died before his mother-when mother dies is wife entitled to estate?

invoice/account of John Warren with John Savage Calvert for goods-thread and jeans and other materials

tax account of Alexander Moseley with Borough of Norfolk

request from Howard Pool for payment of 8 l on Dr. Jonathan Calvert, dec., to Pool's account-paid by John Savage Calvert

letter from Nathaniel Burwell of Carter's Grove to Henry Tazewell

letter from Edmund Bayley Jr. to Henry Tazewell concerning his appointment at clerk of the District Court for Accomack and Northampton made by Nelson-some concern if Nelson had authority-asks Tazewell to consult with other District judges to consider validity of commission and if not valid to grant him a new commission

two writs issued by Norfolk County Court against William Whitfield

account of James Shays with Thomas Armistead-Portsmouth

Henry Tazewell to St. George Tucker-concerning powers and authority of the District Court-also refers to specific case in Henrico--photocopy

receipt to Henry Tazewell for 150 l on draft from Wilson Cary Nicholas to John C. Byrd

receipt from George Wythe to Mr. Taliaferro for 7 l 28 s 9 p

John T. Mason to Henry Tazewell sending lottery tickets

minutes of the overseers of the poor of James City County-includes a list of monies from individuals for support

commission of Henry Tazewell as Judge of the Virginia Court of Appeals--located in oversize box 13, folder 6

deposition of Charles G. Henderson, master of the "Friendship" concerning the poor behavior and abusive language of the crew hired to him by Mr. Sims

writ of Norfolk Borough Court against Thomas Wyld

bill of lading for William Lippincott in Norfolk 20 bottles porter

receipt from John C. Byrd to Henry Tazewell for 50 l for annuity

John H. Hall account with Fletcher and Otway

John C. Byrd requests that Henry Tazewell pay Mrs. Charlton 40 l on his account

Maria Corbin to Henry Tazewell stating that her son is in the area-asks Tazewell to travel back with him for a visit-her husband is ill and she thinks a visit might to him some good

receipt from Carter Nicholas to Benjamin Taliaferro-30 l for one slave boy

Matthew Campbell of Edinburgh to James McLean at Gourock by Greenock-concerning inventory of McLean's deceased brother's items by Campbell, John Gilbert and Alexander Graham aboard the brig Henrietta upon his brother's death-doesn't mind signing a copy of the inventory

John Greenwood of Liverpool to Robert Hayes of Norfolk asking Hayes to handle some business in Boston and in SC for a friend, John Hawksworth-sends power of attorney and papers (not enclosed)

bond John Drinan and John Quarles to Archibald Bruce

collection of levy on tithables on James City County

Henry Tazewell account with Robert Nicolson--paid--located in oversize box 13, folder 7

note from John C. Byrd to Henry Tazewell-also Tazewell gives John Eldridge 5 l 4 s 9 p on Byrd's account

draft--at sight to pay to the order of Moses Myers 49 l 12 s 5 p and charge to the account of Samuel B. Cunningham--Watson, Scott, and Co. of Suffolk

deed for a lot in Norfolk from John Stratton of Northampton County to William Tazewell Nivison of Norfolk

receipt to Camp Fitzhugh for payment for recordation of a commission and certificate by James City County clerk

writs for taking depositions by William Thompson, Henry Major, and Lewis Clark in suit Thomas Rigby vs. Daniel Moore-3 writs

depositions by William Thompson, Henry Major and Lewis Clark in Rigby vs. Moore

William Ludwell Lee to Henry Tazewell-Tazewell about to leave for Philadelphia and the U.S. Senate-Lee offers some advice on foreign relations, mainly with France and Great Britain-hopes Tazewell will work to have weights and measures reduced to a single standard-asks if Tazewell minds if he calls upon him to send various articles-also to find out if the son of the chief justice is living in Philadelphia

deed for tract of land in Norfolk County from Henlry and Mary Acree to James Wilkins--located in oversize box 14, folder 3

John Nivison to Henry Tazewell-arrival of 3 british ships, one in distress-report that Richmond and Petersburg want deputy collectors-collection of impost-collections at Norfolk

resolves in Common Hall-resolutions concerning the streets and roads of Norfolk

summons from President George Washington to Henry Tazewell to attend the Senate chamber for a meeting of the Senate on 8 June-photostat (negative)

Miss (?) Sanders account with Thomas Gilliat marked as received by Robert Taylor

Common Hall minutes for Norfolk

letter from Charles Nicholson--Elizabeth Kerr died which ends her suit agains Samuel Kerr--asks that steps be taken to do this

complaint by John Hattersley that Watson, Scott, and Company would not honor the draft of Moses Myers which he presented them-copy of 27 May 1794 draft

bond from Miles King of Hampton to Francis Bright of York County

warrant for Abner Cox for Norfolk Court

summons by Norfolk Borough Court for Allison and Hunter

William Ludwell Lee to Henry Tazewell-asking if Tazewell had received the gunpowder he purchased for Lee and if so, asking him to send it along with a note on the cost

receipt from Robert Waller clerk to Benjamin Taliaferro for muster fines

resolves of Common Hall of Norfolk-commissioners to sell lots in Town Point Land that had been forfeited by lessees

Stevens Thomson Mason to Henry Tazewell regarding opposition to the Jay Treaty in his part of Virginia (Loudoun and Fairfax Counties)

articles of agreement between John Stratton and John Nivison--located in oversize box 13, folder 7

Alexander Madill of Greensville County to Henry Tazewell-concerning purchasers for Tazewell's lands there-dislike of Jay's Treaty-corn and tobacco damaged by freshets

account and receipt of Benjamin Taliaferro with Holloway and Birchett

John Taylor to H. A. Milton[?] account-legal services

Stephens Thomson Mason to Henry Tazewell-informing him he is on his way to Philadelphia and will be there on the 27th of January and that he is not lost

minutes of committee concerning town point lots--Norfolk

in common hall--resolution to expand committee to dispose of lots in Town Point Land in Norfolk

Comments on the Algerine treaty

letter from Samuel Shield of York County to Henry Tazewell-comments on the federal government and the power wielded by the executive-also informs Tazewell that ships carrying horses to Britain were stopped and not allowed to depart until proper authorities were notified-after notification, federal government said let them go-belligerent nations could purchase things

account of Mr. Taliaferro with Mr. Hunly

law license issued to Littleton Waller Tazewell by the Richmond Court to practice law in Virginia's courts-includes a recommendation from the Richmond Hustings court (Adam Craig) vouching for Tazewell

deed for lot in Norfolk from Manor and Ann Dyson and William Mathias, all of Norfolk for a lot on Town Point-recorded 26 September 1796

articles of agreement between Paul Loyall and Macluce[?] Moore of Norfolk for creation of a road

Power of attorney--Patrick Moore, et al, to Fletcher and Otway--oversize box 14, folder 1

survey of 1441 acres, Old Plantation-requested by John Stratton and John Nivison

warrant to sheriff of Norfolk County for John Driscol-owes Blight Brothers and Company money

Bond from Elijah Froman of James City County to Matthew Anderson of Williamsburg

Henry Tazewell to Governor[?] of Virginia [or clerk of the House of Delegates]-explaining why two resolutions haven't been presented to the U.S. Senate

Phinchus Dana of Norfolk to George Stackpoole of Philadelphia regarding soap and candles Stackpoole sent-Dana informs him that the market not good for mold candles and white soap-will wait to hear from Stackpoole about what he wants to do with them

memo of agreement between John Walden and Henry Tazewell for Walden to rent Tazewell's plantation at Cappahosiak Ferry (probably in Gloucester County) for 1797

power of attorney from Henry Henderson to Conway Whittle and Company of Norfolk

deposition of Henry Henderson of Philadelphia stating that George Stackpoole owes him $753.89

disposition of Henry Tazewell's hogs-12 sold, 17 killed for use by overseer and slaves

bill of complaint of John Granbery against James Douglass regarding a charter party

from Joseph Forrest to Henry Tazewell regarding the "price and prospects of the paper of Messrs Morris and Nicholson" interested in its cash value

Alex Madill to Henry Tazewell-informs Tazewell about how much pork his plantation has produced-also a bond owed to Madill by Fisher-administration of G. Watson ending-Captain Turner died-no political news

receipt to Alexander Madill for 11 l owed by estate of Gershom Watson to estate of Sarah Wall

Charter party between John Nivison and Howard Roberts and Gilbert Robertson--oversize box 14, folder 1

J. Ambler to Henry Tazewell-compliments of the New Year-avoided having to hear a laudatory address [to him?]-mention of a breach with the british

Agreement between John Stratton and John Nivison for land purchased by Nivison

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-will try to get Beckley's money without a suit-also willing to help Beckley and friends whenever possible-presidential election of 1796--political matters-talks about disunion-conflicting interests between South and East-Eastern wealth built upon back of South-questions the continuation of the Union

Americus-essay on the constitutional power of appointing electors

John Wigginton of Culpeper County to Gabriel Maupin of Williamsburg-William Courts has returned from Kentucky after conducting business for both of them-land purchases

agreement between James Green Martin and James Hunter-Martin will sell Hunter 300 acres near Great Bridge

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-regarding sale of horses to Mr. Harrison-settlement of Henry's debts with Greenhow, Moody, Anderson----other business and legal matters Littleton handled for him

bill of lading for goods shipped by John Granbery and Thomas Wright aboard the Sisters

from Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-disavows the comments on politics in his previous letter-a suit between two folks-asks father to ship him a writing desk care of John Nivison in Norfolk-also books-news of his sister

from John Nivison to Robert Crew of London concerning insurance for the schooner Ceres

Algerine appropriations bill-for negotiating a treaty with Algiers

bond from James Tufts to Fanny Stewart [Stuart], both of Norfolk

from William Ludwell Lee of James City County to Henry Tazewell-asks Tazewell to procure a glaziers diamond for him

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-learned of Henry's illness-wants Henry to not keep him in the dark concerning his health-expresses concern

Henry Tazewell Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell Williamsburg-says that he's not ill, just had a minor indisposition-travelling home with Thomas Jefferson-arrival of a vessel from France with news of the French refusal to receive Mr. Pinckney

Robert Greenhow of Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell-asks for payment of money Tazewell owes by July as he's trying to settle his father's estate-asks for Tazewell to purchase snuff, loaf sugar-local news on Mr. Taliaferro and family-high praise for Littleton-"Happy parent of such a son."

certificate from Dr. William Foushee that Tom, a slave of John Wickham, has received treatment for a venereal disease and will not transmit it

Josiah Cowper, ship captain arrived in Antigua, to John Nivison of Norfolk-arrived in Antigua after three days, some troubles-sold cargo at less price than hoped-list of what he sold for how much-difficulty of payment-no government bills

bill of sale for slave Tom from John Wickham of Richmond to Henry Tazewell of James City County-Tom formerly belonged to William Fanning

writ for goods and chattels of William A. Thomas Parsons for payment of 306 l to Matthew Anderson

Deed, John Nivison Galt to John Nivison, lot in Norfolk--oversize box 13, folder 8

Henry Tazewell at Kingsmill to Robert Greenhow of Williamsburg-discussing their political differences especially in handling foreign relations with Great Britain and France and commercial difficulties-2 copies of this letter

letter, by Tazewell as a pseudonym, to Willett and O'Conner, editors of the Williamsburg paper concerning the letter by "A.B."-regarding U.S.-France relations

Samuel Shield of York county to Henry Tazewell of James City County-sending crabs and fish from York River-his vessel is ready and has a cabin with four berths-asks if Tazewell and Anderson want to travel (to Philadelphia?)-bearer of letter to get barrel of brandy from Tazewell-will stay overnight if Tazewell wants time to consult Anderson-worries may not see Tazewell before Tazewell goes to Philadelphia

payment of bond, dated 8 January 1787, by Littleton Waller Tazewell for Henry Tazewell to administrators of John Tabb

debate in U.S. Senate over appointment of John Quincy Adams as minister to Berlin

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Williamsburg to Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia-discussing Henry's business matters and legal matters-relations with France-localities drawing instructions to congressmen concerning not wanting war with France-comments on the indictment of Samuel Jordan Cabell by a federal grand jury for writing a circular letter critical of Washington's foreign policy towards France-Tazewell sees danger if Cabell convicted

James Douglass account with the ship Sisters-John Granbery

bill of exchange-to be taken care of by Isaac McPherson of Alexandria or James Douglass of Norfolk

remarks by Henry Tazewell on the nomination [of a minister] to negotiate with France-made in the United States Senate

commission for Littleton Waller Tazewell as lieutenant of a company of light infantry in 2nd battalion, 68th regiment, 2nd brigade, 4th division from Governor James Wood

Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Williamsburg-postpone settling debts until Henry comes home-Senate session regarding relations with France-government seems to be trying everything but negotiations-believes France over Great Britain would be republicanism over aristocracy

Report of committee on Town Point land in Norfolk Common Hall--oversize box 13, folder 8

commission for Littleton Waller Tazewell as first lieutenant of a troop of cavalry in 4th regiment, 4th division from Governor James Wood

Thomas Willock account with William Walker

Robert Lister, minister from Great Britain to William Blount, U.S. Senator-complying with Blount's request--copy

William Blount, U.S. Senator to Robert Lister, minister from Great Britain-asking Lister to state that Blount had no conversations nor exchanged letters with him regarding France, the United States, and Great Britain to Britain's benefit--copy

resolved in Common Hall-commissioners appointed to execute deeds of lease to lessees of Town Point Land

motion in Common Hall--to introduce bill to amend ordinance for establish a market in Norfolk

Thomas Wishart of Nansemond County to William White of Princess Anne County-asks White to employ a lawyer in Richmond to institute suit to recover slaves which had been used to pay off a debt

receipt from Benjamin Taliaferro of James City County to Littleton Waller Tazewell for two bonds paid off-one of William Allen, other George Carter

request by James Madison (president of William and Mary) to Littleton Waller Tazewell to pay Benjamin Taliaferro 50 l

debt owed by lessees on Town Point property in Norfolk

statement of Town Point property in Norfolk-list of names and amounts paid and amounts still owed

protest filed by Cleon Moore, notary public, for Shreve and Laurason of Alexandria against Isaac McPherson, merchant of Alexandria and James Douglass, merchant of Norfolk

Norborne Berkeley to Littleton Waller Tazewell -regarding an account that Berkeley was paying off to Tazewell for a Mr. Erving

Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Williamsburg-concerning the purchase of a mill-also sends a receipt (not included)-report that France is sending 3 commissioners to U.S. for spoliation claims-doesn't know if report is accurate

John Nivison of Norfolk to Oxley and Hancock, merchants of London-will endeavor to get payment on a bond owed them

Markes Vandewall notes that W. Wickham sent an item to the Vendue office which was purchased by James Rind

Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Williamsburg-wants Littleton to take care of his financial accounts

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-worried about Henry having too good health-mill business is on hold-other accounts of Henry's business-also an addition for 24 December

Henry Tazewell to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning a contract with Mr. Harrison over at Brandon-also concern over storage of barley and corn at his plantation-news about France

John Page to Henry Tazewell-American relations with France-sees something sinister in how Adams administration handling affairs-attempts to hide things from the American people

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-sells Greensville plantation, 21 slaves, corn, stock to Mr. Harrison-outlines the agreement

Henry Tazewell to unknown correspondent-mentions his health-will not buy Harwood's mill-discusses some of his accounts-states has sent Mr. Madison a papers with important intelligence

deed between Champion Travis and David Meade Randolph on one part and Robert Greenhow on the other, all of Williamsburg, sell a slave woman and household furniture to be used by Elizabeth Whitaker

agreement, dated 4 November 1798, between John Eyre of Northampton County and John Nivison of Norfolk for Eyre to sell slaves to Nivison-receipt dated 8 January for payment of first installment

Henry Tazewell to Littleton Waller Tazewell-accepts contract Littleton drew up with Harrison on the Greensville plantation-comments about the clothing of the slaves involved in the purchase-not well

letter from Alexander Medill in Greensville County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-plantation and its articles turned over to Mr. Harrison's representative-Cato will get the horses, but has been delayed-notes that there is a slave woman belonging to John Wickham living on the plantation and needs clothes for family

Henry Tazewell, Philadelphia, to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Williamsburg--discusses his accounts with Waller and others-would like to get as many settled as possible-tells Littleton to sell some horses-encourages him to run for the House of Delegates from James City-no news from envoys in France

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-has tried to settle all of Henry's accounts-not completely successful-sale of some land-sale of Greensville horses-a suit involving Henry-another in York court-Littleton will run for House of Delegates from James City County-believes his chances are good

Manifest of cargo taken on the American brig Martha Bland bound from Liverpool to Norfolk

letter from "Mr. Barton[?]" to "Mr. B____n"-relations between France and the United States-very detailed-possibly originally written by a frenchman and then translated

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Henry Tazewell-his case against McCloskey-discusses his possible election-feels fairly confident of his election-Henry's business-Benjamin Harrison wants to meet about claim of the estate of Peyton Randolph against Henry

John Nivison of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia-concerned that war is inevitable-concern over trade with Britain-dismay over politics-detailed

Stephens Thomson Mason to Henry Tazewell-leaving for Philadelphia-discounts a report from England as attempt to influence Virginia's elections and further war measures

from Henry Tazewell to Mr. Anderson-apologizes for improper remarks he made while they were eating ice cream

promissory note from John Logan to William Johnston

Littleton Waller Tazewell, Williamsburg, to Henry Tazewell, Philadelphia-Littleton won election to the House of Delegates-draft on Mr. Haslett-Littleton owes for mares

also 21 September 1797 and 23 October 1797-concerning meeting of the Common Hall of Norfolk regarding Norfolk's right to the County Wharf-appoints committee

John E. Holt of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Williamsburg-sends papers which will help in his suit with Southall-comments on them and Southall's bill-if suit goes against him wants appeal to high court of chancery

Littleton Waller Tazewell, Williamsburg, to Henry Tazewell, Philadelphia-concerns purchase of Henry's Greensville land by Harrison of Brandon-surveyor says only 1009 acres-Harrison won't pay full amount-what does Henry want?-LWT heading to Suffolk for court won't be back 'till around 20 May

John Nivison of Norfolk to Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia-doesn't want kowtowing to France-concern for Norfolk-discusses party politics-detailed

John J. Pringle of Charleston South Carolina, to Henry Tazewell-concerns SC's debt to the estate of James Wall

also 12 April 1798-a committee to report on Town Point lands

from Thomas Newton of Norfolk to William Diggs of Warwick County-Col. Tucker's estate being settled-high court of chancery

from Samuel Shield of York County to Henry Tazewell in Philadelphia-commenting on foreign relations with France and Britain-tough spot to be in-asks for help in securing a U.S. army commission for Cole Robinson

James Piggett at Kingsmill to Henry Tazewell, Philadelphia-news about Kingsmill-crops, slaves, etc.

Ann Washington, Richmond (?) to Miss Nivison of Norfolk-personal note

Common Hall of Norfolk-also 13 April 1798 and 18 July 1798-whether will surrender lots on Town Point

Henry Tazewell invoice and receipt for cloth and thread from Wright Southgate

sums due on Town Point lots-Norfolk

memorandum-high court of chancery-John Calvert vs. Mary Marsden

Samuel Shield in the House of Delegates to Henry Tazewell at Kingsmill-regarding Tazewell's reelection to the Senate-opposition tries to be tricky, puts Madison's name in-Madison had stated wanted no public office-Tazewell wins reelection easily

commission as U.S. Senator-from Governor James Wood to Henry Tazewell-negative photocopy

Benjamin Taliaferro account with Buckner Crenshaw-Crenshaw asks that Taliaferro pay the balance to James Ratcliffe

receipts to James Oellers from those who took care of Henry Tazewell, burial preparations, and casket

sheet of paper with name Philip Barraud on it

account of the estate of Christopher Calvert-Southampton County

Henry Tazewell, Philadelphia, to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Richmond-trip to Philadelphia-political news-Blount's impeachment, Sedition Act-Gerry's negotiations with the Frence-stopping of ships on the sea-NC delegation-Virginia elections, including Marshall's race-Henry's last letter to his son

invoice Charles Kirkman with James Oellers-mourning material

Estate of the honorable Henry Tazewell to James Oellers, paid by John Beckley--oversize box 13, folder 8

invoice and receipt for estate of Henry Tazewell from Christ Church, Philadelphia for Tazewell's burial on grounds

John Beckley in Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-Henry Tazewell's death-his possessions-his burial

account of estate of Henry Tazewell with John Beckley-Senate committee to superintend the funeral-monies to John Beckley to pay for costs

from John Beckley for money received from Stephens Thomson Mason, Senate Committee for the funeral of Henry Tazewell

John Ambler to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Kingsmill-offers condolences on death of his father

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Kingsmill-enclosed some keys-papers will be sent with a congressman to Wickham in Richmond-clothes and other items sent to Nivison in Norfolk-states financial accounts-appreciates offer of a token of remembrance-again offers condolences

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-packet of letters being carried by Congressman Abraham Venable who will give them to John Wickham-clothes are being sent to Norfolk on ship "Little Jim"-Beckley and Mason on memorial and tombstone-sends some drafts and accounts-offers help in any way

bond from Littleton Waller Tazewell and John Ambler to Benjamin C. Waller-concerning monies on the estate of Peyton Randolph

Thomas Newton to William Diggs of Warwick County-estate of Colonel Tucker settled

copy of will of Henry Tazewell dated 7 May 1797 proved in James City County Court

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-glad that keys and papers came to hand, that there was a will-tombstone-offers again to help if necessary

list of ships and cargo seized by French ships belonging to or underwritten by Thomas Whillock of Norfolk

judicial record of York County Court-debt-Robert Thomas and George Nicolson against Peter Powell

Philip Barraud-statement that settled account of Galt and Barraud against the estate of Henry Tazewell

motion resolved to give adequate powers to high guard of Norfolk-regulations for appointment of fire wardens

Robert Crew of London to John Nivison of Norfolk-disappointed in how a suit of his is being handled

Moore Smith of Philadelphia to Benjamin Waller of Williamsburg-concerning a claim involving the United States

Benjamin Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Richmond-enclosing the above-asks Tazewell to handle it before leaving Richmond

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-information about the tombstone including estimate

account for a bottle of sherry wine from Robert Greenhow

Robert H. Waller of Williamsburg to ?-nothing in law books on hand to help in a certain suit-discusses theories, common law and state law-asks if recipient could find some type of apprenticeship for a boy of a friend who recently died

protest filed by Cleon Moore, notery public, for William Hartshorne and Sons--oversize box 13, folder 9

answer of William Norvell of James City County to the bill of complaint filed by Mr. Bingley-sent to John Nivison

from William White of Princess Anne County to John Nivison of Norfolk-concerning various legal papers

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning father's tombstone-yellow fever is in Philadelphia delaying any kind of work

list of office judgments to October District Court-probably Williamsburg

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerned because had not received a reply to his last two letters (7 July, 15 September)-asks Tazewell to write

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell--thanks him for writing--advises him to take care of his health

Benjamin Taliaferro to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking Tazewell to loan him $120 so he can pay off a promissory note

warrant for Thomas Ritson[?] in suit with George and Edward Ferry-for appearance in District Court in Suffolk

complaint of John Hurte against Charles L. Beale for watch and chain that Hurte claims he lost and that Beale now has

Commonwealth of Virginia to Baylor Hill and George Loyall to examine witnesses for a suit

notice by George C. Lacy that he will be having depositions taken on 13 January for a suit brought against him by John Thompson

depositions in Thompson vs. Lacy taken by George Loyall and Baylor Hill

deposition of John Sinclair in a suit involving James Gordon and Robert Cairns of Glasgow and Johnston and McDowell of Norfolk, all merchants

account of Miles King of Elizabeth City County with Littleton Waller Tazewell for legal services

deed between John Wickham of Richmond, and Edward Carrington, Daniel Call, both of Richmond, and Littleton Waller Tazewell of Kingsmill-gives them shares in Bank of Baltimore to be held in trust-from estate of William Fanning

agreement between John Hutchings and Aaron Cottle for repair of a vessel at Hutchings' expense

John Beckley to Littleton Waller Tazewell-father's tombstone-possibility that Tazewell may be in Philadelphia

statement of receipts by John Wickham of monies and etc. from the estate of William Fanning--oversize box 13, folder 9

will of Denwood Smith of Somerset County Maryland-written 8 October 1798 and codicil 27 August 1800

promissory note to refund to Richard Hurst $44 for brig if not brought to Hampton Roads

sheet of paper with Augustine Moore's name on it

receipt from John [?] to Francis Bright for Miles King

will of Andrew Watson of Norfolk written 30 March 1798-recorded on 24 February 1801 in Norfolk Hustings court

Mr. Nivison's issue docket

receipt for 1 gallon rum

promissory note from Augustine Moore to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $5

receipt from Benjamin Taliaferro to Littleton Waller Tazewell for 100 l due Taliaferro from the estate of Henry Tazewell

unidentified account, last entry 6 July--oversize box 13, folder 9

deed from Tristram and Eliza Butler to Matthew Butler, all of Norfolk County for 150 acres of land in St. Bride's Parish-acknowlegement of deed by Eliza Butler 23 July 1801-deed recorded 15 January 1802

will of Benjamin Taliaferro of James City County-recorded 5 October 1801

letter from Mary Fanning (his grandmother) concerning John Wickham's desire to settle the estate of William Fanning (her 2nd husband and father of Wickham's deceased wife)-concern over the poor health of Benjamin Taliaferro

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell thanking Tazewell for an act of friendship that he can never forget-doesn't mention the act of friendship-sending 12 volumes of British statutes at large

commission from Governor James Monroe appointing Littleton Waller Tazewell notary public for Norfolk

account of George Jackson with Littleton Waller Tazewell-last entry is 16 September

receipt to Benjamin Taliaferro for payment of tax on chariot

receipt from John [?] to Francis Bright by an order on Miles King 24 l current money for bay mare and colt

will of John Stratton

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with Peter Powell

promissory note for 60 l 19 s from Rebecca Taliaferro and William P. Harris to Littleton Waller Tazewell executor of estate of Benjamin Taliaferro

John Harris of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell at Kingsmill-money owed him by the late Benjamin Taliaferro

Plat of Town Point in Norfolk (positive photostat)--oversize box 14, folder 14

William Ludwell Lee of James City County to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Norfolk-concerning a lease involving Mr. Skipwith and Mrs. Paradise-mill is being improved, delay bringing a suit-paying a debt to Tazewell-asking Tazewell to handle a suit for him-sending venison along with the letter

promissory note from Thomas Willock to Messrs. Soulage and Andre for $175

receipt from William (?) Burney to Richard Hurst for $190 paid

from William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received letter from Tazewell-since Tazewell sure of invalidity of lease between Corbin and Skipwith asks that he institute an action-will relay a request to Major Allen-Lee not purchasing rum

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Lee at Major Allen's (who apparently had bought Kingsmill from Tazewell)-valuing the furniture which Tazewell was selling to Allen

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asking Tazewell to forward letters-asking about a deed for his 3 shares of Dismal Swamp Canal Company-Company said it was sent-Lee never received---asks what does he do if it is lost-hopes to see Tazewell at March Court in James City County-asks if process is issued against Skipwith-if so, please send and Lee'll take care of it

agreement between Emanuel Jacomi of Norfolk County and Thomas Guin of Princess Anne County-Thomas Guin will purchase 63 1/3 acres on Broad Creek-installment of payments

receipt from J. Williamson to Richard Hurst for $6 for payment

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending Tazewell money he owes for Tazewell paying a fee for him-invites Tazewell for a visit next time he's in James City County

John Nivison of Norfolk to Governor James Monroe-actions of 54th Regiment during potential insurrection by blacks-detailed a guard to patrol at night-according to the mayor, free black had stated would have money out of bank and blacks out of jail-2 slaves convicted and sentenced to die, 2 others likely receive same-Nivison defends actions since insurrection not actual as stated in VA statutes-acted to protect city and inhabitants from potential insurrection-should've informed Governor earlier, but brigade general said he'd already written

judicial record, James City County-debt Josias Moody against Littleton Waller Tazewell, executor of Benjamin Taliaferro-Moody is owed 58 l 8 s 8 p-discharged by payment of 29 l 4 s 4 p-interest and costs

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell regarding his case against Moody-sends a fee, puts case into his hands-also reminds Tazewell of ejectment against Skipwith

John Calvert of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell (in Suffolk at the time) regarding survey lands involved in suits involving Calvert-recommends having the land surveyed

District Court in Accomack-William Ronald's admr vs John L. Fulwell's admr-judgment for 328 l 7 s 5 p

receipt from William Wright to Francis Lynch for 21 l 14 s

indenture between Prince "a Negro boy" and William J. Richardson, both of Norfolk, for Prince to serve aboard ship as an apprentice

answer of William King of Norfolk County in response to bill of complaint brought by Robert Milton exr of Edward Hareford-admits having Peter a slave who had been purchased by Milton-states that Milton had wanted to buy slaves but that John Nivison had not sold slaves to him

commission from Governor James Monroe to Littleton Waller Tazewell appointing him 2nd lieutenant of a cavalry troop in the 4th regiment, 4th division

receipt from William Wright to Mr. Lynch for payment of 21 l 5 s for quarter rent

promissory note from John Cowper and company to James Hawat and Compnay $1557.64

invoice W. Burney to Mr. Bayley asking him to pay Rosemary for 6 days' work aboard the sloop Betsey

William Ludwell Lee to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for copy of subpoena in a case so that Lee can send it to sheriff

agreement with Christ Church Norfolk and John Nivison to rent pew number 26

Littleton Waller Tazewell's account for clothes with William Richard-receipt that it is paid

John Nivison as notary public filing a protest against maker of a promissory note from John Cowper and Company to John Howat and Company

receipt from William Wright to Francis Lynch for payment of 21 l 4 s for a quarter rent

Cyrus Griffin of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell--replying to a letter from Tazewell--how an out of state creditor can get his money from an estate for debts owed

survey for John Nivison along Main Street

note from William Ludwell Lee stating he is sending a quarter of venison

bond from Joseph Barlett to Littleton Waller Tazewell executor of Benjamin Taliaferro for hire of a slave named Charles

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning some bonds of Wickham's in Tazewell's possession

John Wickham to Littleton Waller Tazewell-personal business

Benjamin Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller-Cato has brought the horses-glad that Tazewell and his brother-in-law had a good trip-mentions bill on the British government

Benjamin Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell -death of William Ludwell Lee-left Tazewell his chariot, horses and made him an executor

receipt from William Wright to John Johnson for 21 l 5 s for quarter rent

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with William P. Harris

Judicial records quarterly session court of James City County-John Ambler and William P. Harris exrs of William Wilkinson vs Littleton Waller Tazewell exr of Benjamin Taliaferro-defendant must pay 62 l 13 s

William P. Harris agent for Lucy Ludwell Paradise against Littleton Waller Tazewell exr for Benjamin Taliaferro-owes 37 l 2 s

Benjamin Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-glad to hear that Tazewell will soon be up-will accompany him back to Norfolk--glad to hear Mrs. Tazewell is well

James City County Court-exrs of William Wilkinson vs Littleton Waller Tazewell exr of Benjamin Taliaferro-Tazewell must pay 12 l 11 s 3 p

John Wickham of Richmond to John Nivison of Norfolk-has received receipt for half note for $500 and is now sending the rest

draft of letter, sender and recipient unknown, concerning the estate of a Mr. Boreland and his administrator Mr. Gillies

Quintin Hamilton of Hampton to Conway Whittle concerning a note of Mr. William Thompson which has been paid

promissory note from William Ward to David Moore

judgment in James City County Court-John Ambler and William Price Harris exrs of William Wilkinson vs Littleton Waller Tazewell exr of Benjamin Taliaferro-plaintiffs recover 44 l 16 s 5 p

judgment in James City County Court-John Ambler and William Price Harris exrs of William Wilkinson vs Littleton Waller Tazewell exr of Benjamin Taliaferro-plaintiffs recover 42 l 16 s 5 p

John Duthey vs Robert E. Steed-judgment for plaintiff for $75, damages and cost

William Lane of Mathews County to Alexander Love of Norfolk-is working to get the money to pay Love what he owes

Cyrus Griffin of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-can't hold court at time Tazewell wants-other business

deed between John and Ann Taylor of Norfolk, first part, Matthias Jones and Thomas Darden, second part, and James Riddick 3rd part, Jones, Darden, and Riddick all of Suffolk-Taylors sell Riddick lot in Norfolk

William Stiles to John Johnson regarding a suit of ejectment against Stiles by Aminadab Seekright in Norfolk court-other side is the ejectment

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-legal opinion

account and receipt-William Gregory to Charles Davis for Davis cleaning his pistol

Christopher Fry of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to begin a suit for him

Benjamin Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-bill of exchange-invitation to stay with him if up for August Court-urges Tazewell and wife to visit

Benjamin Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-financial matters

to Christopher Fry-from a New York merchant firm concerning goods purchased by a Norfolk firm

Benjamin Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-financial matters

William Wirt in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received money sent-glad that Tazewell is sending his wife to the Eastern Shore, but unhappy that Tazewell will be staying in Norfolk during the Yellow Fever

Robert B. Taylor of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell currently in Northampton-setting a date for a case they are involved in-envies Tazewell being in Northampton during sick time

accounts of John Nivison and Littleton Waller Tazewell as notary publics to Commonwealth of Virginia

estate of William Wilkinson in account with William P. Harris, executor

judgment in Williamsburg District Court-for Thomas Dent and Company against Littleton Waller Tazewell, administrator of Benjamin Taliaferro-payment for 74 l 8 s 8 p

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell--letter--oversize box 13, folder 10

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-legal matters

shipping bill for Beriah Foster with Captain Owens on the schooner Olive Branch out of Norfolk

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking Tazewell to send his old docket and papers for Williamsburg District Court

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-discussing going to Suffolk court

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received his of the 29th September with $30 for fee-regrets not answering sooner-regrets professional engagements prevent him from seeing Tazewell

suit by John Duthie against Robert Steed dropped with Steed paying costs-Suffolk District Court

account of the Commonwealth of Virginia with John Nivison

complaint of Joseph Henderson against Stephen Harris for $545.64

Peter Martin pltf vs Robert E. Steed def. for battery dismissed at defendant's costs

Benjamin (?) Treson (?) to John Nivison asking Nivison to collect the money owed to him by Mr. Christian from a suit

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Norfolk to John Randolph in Congress-introduces the British minister Merry and wife-asks Randolph to comment on the current politics-had meant to avoid politics but upcoming presidential election drawing him in-asks for Randolph's opinions

William Wirt in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Thomas Nelson died-Wirt interested in his position-asks for Thomas M. Randolph's help-asks for Tazewell to write letters if he will-asks about lodgings-chides Tazewell for not letting him know if he's dead or alive-news of health-may send his daughter down

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-is ill, can't make journey down for Norfolk court yet-hopes to be there for second day-"scolds" Tazewell for not replying about finding a house

deed from John Hamilton with power of attorney for James and Margaret McDowell of Glasgow, Scotland, to John Nivison for a lot in Norfolk-recorded 23 July 1804

Bond of John Hamilton to John Nivison for $1666.66 for a lot in the borough of Norfolk

John Stratton of Northampton County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Stratton had given Tazewell's legal opinion to Isaac Nottingham-Nottingham's offer of reimbursement too low-says if Tazewell sends charge, Stratton will try to collect it-asks Tazewell to forward an enclosure to Wirt

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Washington-concerning the slave trade-how to punish the violators of the law-Captains make money even if lose ship--American vessels meeting up with Spanish or Portuguese vessels-wants Randolph to work to strengthen the laws

Peyton Southall of York County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has suit in Richmond chancery court-depends on the deposition of a man named Francis De Ende-asks Tazewell to see if this man is alive and in Norfolk-congratulates Tazewell on election to House of Delegates

Benjamin Pollard to Littleton Waller Tazewell-spoke with Bennett Armstrong who said that he would pay $2 an acre for the swampland conveyed to Tazwell-if Tazewell is interested in Armstrong's offer, Armstrong will be at the county court-can mention it to him

William Pennock to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding money owed

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Williamsburg-price of corn-shipping corn?

John Randolph in Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-briefly met Mr. Merry (British minister) but not wife-SC has reestablished the slave trade to Randolph's dismay-warns of the experience of St. Domingo-has no real news-thinks that if slaves rose up and took over lower SC and GA, not much could be done to remove them-if sent army they would flee to the swamps

W. Skipwith to Littleton Waller Tazewell-note calling upon Tazewell

William Lane of Mathews County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding the estate of Fulwell-Lane's handling of some Fulwells' estates-John Simpkins handling some others

commission from Governor John Page for Littleton Waller Tazewell as captain of a troop of cavalry in 4th regiment, 4th division

Robert H. Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received money that Burton owed Tazewell and will send it-says Tazewell should call upon his services in Williamsburg more often

promissory note from Pressild Gibson to Joseph Bartlett for 23 l 13 s-Bartlett assigns the note to John Pearman of Williamsburg

John Shaw of Nixonton, Pasquotank County, NC to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking for Tazewell's legal opinion in a case of bankruptcy

John Pearman of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning note signed to him by Joseph Bartlett-heard that Tazewell is going to bring suit upon it-will send it down for Tazewell to handle

Adam Lindsay bond to Littleton Waller Tazewell, lawyer for John Duthie and Peter Martin against Robert Steed

receipt from P. and J. Dollond merchants of London to Captain Richardson for supplies bought

from Prosser and Moncure of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking him to handle an execution against a debtor now settled in Norfolk

John Semple of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-bank bill in the house of delegates-marine insurance bill in house of delegates-discussion of Tazewell's politics

John Pearman of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning the note he received from Joseph Bartlett-possibility of a suit against Gibson

John Shaw of Pasquotank County NC to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking for an answer to his of 4 February 1804

John Randolph in Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has had a chance to really meet the Merrys-thinks highly of them-mentions that the caucus has met and nominated George Clinton for v.p.-Jefferson unanimously supported

Thomas Swasson (?) to Littleton Waller Tazewell-receipt of Mrs. Steater for 28 l for dower in Tucker's neck land-bearer (Mr. Jones) will give Tazewell money to make up for $100 sent Swasson for paying dower.

Sterling Ruffin of Brunswick County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding two bonds that he sent Tazewell-were they lost?

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Washington-glad that Randolph liked the Merrys-concerned since they shared the view of the British court that Jefferson's administration was pro-french and rude and unpolished-disappointed that Clinton rather than Burr is to be the v.p. candidate-what reason is Burr dumped other than charges in papers-Tazewell believes him innocent of them-hopes Randolph will think well of Burr-disgusted by political intrigue-attacks caucus and political system-corrupted, ends don't justify means even if for republican virtue-despite railings, will support Jefferson whole heartedly and thinks Clinton is a valuable citizen-will not risk the present order during 1804 election-postscript-many who fled St. Domingo now are pirates in West Indies attacking U.S. vessels and looting them-asks for immediate government attention

John August(?) Soulier of New York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Tazewell recommended as an able and honest lawyer in Norfolk-asks Tazewell to handle a debtor for him

John Stratton of Northampton County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Custis selling part of his estate on eastern shore-Stratton considering buying half of Smith's Island-also has heard contrary opinions on the banking legislation passed by house of delegates

James Stewart of Cabin Point, Surry County, to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Tazewell defending a blacksmith named Heath-Stewart writing about the suit-Heath, Stewart says, was allowed to serve aboard because he said he wanted no wages and wanted to improve his health-as far as Stewart knows, he didn't apply for wages-hopes Tazewell will disappoint Heath who committed "dishonorable and unnatural" act for trying to ruin reputation

Deed from James and Susanna Maxwell to John Nivison--oversize box 13, folder 10

Alexander Love of Norfolk County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Abbot had bought sweet potatoes but never picked them up-wants suit against him-also mentions other suits he wishes instituted

Philip Norborne Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending a draft asking to have it accepted and remitted to him

Mary Fanning (grandmother) to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received his letter after worrying he'd forgotten her-in answer to his suggestion that she come live with him, not sure about that but would like to come for a visit in September-will travel with whomever Tazewell feels comfortable sending to her-thanks Mrs. Tazewell for presents-strong maternal feelings for her

John Waller of Gloucester County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-selling corn to Tazewell at 20 cents and freight-will send other items for Tazewell to barter in town

John Seawell of Gloucester County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-money loaned by Tazewell to Seawell-rather pay Tazewell interest every six months-doesn't think that Tazewell should take money and put it in the bank

Robert H. Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-checked for judgments against Tazewell as administrator of Benjamin Taliaferro in James City and York Counties-lists the ones he found

Thomas Newton to Littleton Waller Tazewell-introduction for his son George Newton

John Waller of Gloucester County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sends corn that had sold to Tazewell, also other peas and beans that he'd like bartered for rum and butter-may draw $200 on Tazewell in future

Robert H. Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-found a few more judgments against Tazewell, admr of Taliaferro in the new James City County order book-apologizes-mentions a teacher in Williamsburg who might be willing to go elsewhere-humorous

John Randolph back home at Bizarre to Littleton Waller Tazewell-getting along very well with the Merrys-sent his respects and Tazewell's-they reciprocated-Randolph's opinion of Burr quite different than Tazewell's-originally high regard after 1800 election and what Burr did in NY-however after observation, lost all confidence-believes Burr is committed to the Federalist party-Burr personally wounded Hamilton since one of Burr's mistresses had been Maria Reynolds-concedes the evil of the current political system but feels it could be worse-wants Tazewell in Washington

Stone Johnson to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asking for his professional help

Richard Smith of New York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning a claim involving Smith against a Captain Lawrence

William White of Princess Anne County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-will be defendant in suit brought in Suffolk District Court by Jeremiah Land-asks Tazewell to handle case-land sale

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-health of his family-regret that Tazewell unable to visit when in Richmond-hopes that he will when assembly meets-Smith will send servant and horses-distrusts the Federalists who are giving difficulties over the bank-Venable elected bank's president-Smith speculates on new senator-thinks Giles will be elected-other between Jones and Carr-both objectionable-thinks legislature would appoint Tazewell if he wanted-legacy of Nancy's father

John Power of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Power is a candidate for door keeper in the next session of the assembly-asks for Tazewell's consideration

wills of Richard Barnes written 31 October 1789, 18 July 1800, and 1803-all wills presented in court in St. Mary's County, Maryland

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph at Bizarre-collector of the port of Norfolk is open due to resignation-doesn't want to be seen as an office seeker

Edmund Randolph to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asking about a statement of financial transactions between Henry Tazewell and Randolph-also discusses a case in Suffolk (photostat)

Soulage (Savage?) and Andre, merchants of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning a legal matter he is supposed to take care of for them

Robert H. Taliaferro (James City County?) to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding bond for hire of a slave girl-didn't send one because he's under 21-but will send one if money isn't paid punctually-he is owed money on a horse by Benjamin Taliaferro's estate (he's BT's brother)-respects to Tazewell's sister (also BT's wife)

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County currently in Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning trip from Norfolk-fears that Richard Smith's health is still fading-hopes the Tazewells will be able to visit

deed between James and Susanna Maxwell and J. K. Read, Robert B. Taylor and Littleton Waller Tazewell-recorded 22 October 1804

Larkin Smith to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Norfolk--Richard died at Mrs. Taliaferro's (Tazewell's sister)-wife "afflicted," but now appears "reconciled"-again invites Tazewell for visit during Norfolk's yellow fever season

John Randolph to Littleton Waller Tazewell-apologizes for not answering sooner-when wrote earlier did not know Tazewell had been elected to House of Delegates from Norfolk-last session's delegates were bad, triumph for enemies of freedom and Virginia-eyes of Union on Virginia and it can't make a mistake-apologizes for riff, blames heat (2 copies of this letter-one on tissue paper and last page is missing)

John Roper of New Kent County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-vacancy in office of doorkeeper on death of Thomas Cowles-would like to be considered and would like Tazewell's support

John Prentis Jr. of Williamsburg-"a partial statement of Litt. W. Tazewell's accounts put into my hands for collection by Benja C. Waller."

John Shaw of Pasquotank County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-believes Tazewell has forgotten his case which he forwarded early February-asks for answer

John Prentis Jr. of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-collection of Tazewell's debts in Williamsburg and surrounding counties-see memo of 12 June

Sterling Ruffin of Brunswick County to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning a letter from January in which he enclosed 2 bonds against Dr. Read of Norfolk-has not heard from Tazewell and asks to hear from him as soon as possible

Wilson Cary Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for a loan of 500 l to 1500 l-wheat has been damaged by rains-Nicholas is owed money but hasn't received it

Thomas Newton of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-had intended to leave for Richmond, but is unwell

John M. St. George of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to forward a mortgage to Surry Court House from Holt to Spratley if he has it or if it is in Norfolk (photostat)

Somerville and Conrad of Petersburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-a Philadelphia company had John D. Burk to bring suit against S. Myers in guarantee for debt contract by Thomas Rainbow two years earlier-Burk gave Tazewell papers to handle-want to know how it is going

William Savage of Northampton County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-will his suit against John Rowley be in August court?

Cary Selden of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has received from Mr. Large on account of schooner Clotilda $227.43 for Tazewell-will pay to Tazewell as he wants-however, Selden asks that if Tazewell doesn't need the money right away, could he borrow it?

Peyton Southall of Yorktown to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has gotten the signature on the paper Tazewell needed and will return it by next mail-has had a son-good eater-wants Tazewell to make a lawyer out of him

William Wirt in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-trying to sell a slave to Mr. Bramble of Norfolk-poor house servant but a good sawyer-wants $500 will take $450-asks Tazewell to handle sale

Thomas Swepson of Suffolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-unable to get signatures of Mr. Whitlock and Mr. Jones on assignments-others are signed-thinks that Whitlock's can be gotten in Richmond at insurance meeting-Jones back in 10-12 days

W. T. Nivison of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has signed the assignment

W. Aitcheson of Norfolk County to William Farrage of NC?-can't be in Camden County NC court-asks that Farrage handle his legal concerns-is not well-should be getting money soon and will pay wha he owes-is sending some turnips-p.s. to not forget clover seed

Wilson Cary Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Nicholas has been appointed a director of the Norfolk branch of the Bank of the United States (1st)-but needs stock-would Tazewell divest himself of the smallest amount of shares so that Nicholas will qualify?

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning June Borough court-also asks Tazewell to lay in wood for him-needs a lot

John Seawell of Gloucester County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-signed his name to the endorsement of the script-also glad Tazewell used his name to get shares in the Bank

notes from Robertson and Brown of Norfolk-suit involving Mr. Farmer

Mary Fanning of Brunswick County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-congratulates him on the birth of her great granddaughter-would like to visit, but he will have to come get her as she has no carriage and cannot afford to pay for one-surprised that Nancy is married-best wishes

Wilson Cary Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-thanks Tazewell for willingness to transfer shares of stock-personal business

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-personal news-has drawn $1000 on Tazewell's name

note for $1000 for Tazewell to pay Captain Warner Ashley for Larkin Smith

Philip Norborne Nicholas of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending an auditor's receipt-also received the $20 Tazewell sent to him that Ashley owed him

Edward Richardson of James City County to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking Tazewell to collect money for him and pay himself out of that money

Joseph Bertrand to Littleton Waller Tazewell-note

William L. Poindexter of New Kent County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-will be sending down 3 dozen (?) every stage-some for Tazewell some for Nivison

John M. St. George of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-mortgage of late William Holt to Kegh (?) Spratley-would Tazewell send it to him?

William Roberts of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-terms on which his sister Mrs. Aitchison will let the house on Catharine Street be used for a bank

John M. St. George in Surry County-again asking for the Holt to Spratley mortgage

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Suffolk-asking him about some notes-informs him that everyone is well

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-many in his household ill or recovering-they will be in Williamsburg in November and Smith hopes to see Tazewell in Norfolk shortly after-wonders about lack of news-thoughts on England and France

William Byron of New York to Captain James Caton of Norfolk--personal and business news

Thomas Armistead-stating that John Maxwell appeared before him and took an oath that he delivered the following message to William Kay-message from Thomas Calvert that he will be taking depositions on 5 November in suit of Kay vs. Calvert

deposition of John Ritson in suit of Kay vs. Calvert

deposition of Michael Corran in suit of Kay vs. Calvert

commanding that the deposition takers appear in the Court to enter depositions in Kay vs. Calvert

note from Carter Harrison that the general assembly will consider an application to vest in Ann Brown the property of Henry Skinner deceased-Harrison will not object to shortness between notification and meeting of assembly

Robert Oliphant of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning agency and the Virginia Bank

Robert Oliphant to Littleton Waller Tazewell-agency's relationship to the bank

Robert Oliphant to Littleton Waller Tazewell-agency's relationship to the bank

John Henry Purviance in London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-letter addressed to James Monroe reached London after he'd left and has been forwarded to him in Paris-order and bill of exchange taken care of

account of John Rennolds with Hodson and Esdaile-items for Tazewell

receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell from Mr. Plum for items purchased

John Rennolds in London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-package aboard the Protectress

James Stewart of Surry County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning case in admiralty court by Heath-who apparently is a blacksmith not a sailor-see earlier letter by Stewart

Samuel Smith of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Mr. King and Mr. Lee (probably the delegates from the Norfolk area)-enclosing a petition to meet a petition to repeal an act to extend Church Street in Norfolk

Wilson Cary Nicholas in Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-mentions a petition sent by Norfolkians to incorporate an insurance company-unpleasantly surprised to hear that Tazewell's seat is being challenged-worries Nicholas because he wants Tazewell to continue his political career-will be in Richmond next month

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-had a rough return to Norfolk-glad to hear opposition to Tazewell's seat is gone-gale blew up and damaged some of Tazewell's property-petition for another insurance office-wants bill against destroying grain and fodder by fire-slaves usually to burn them-recommends a punishment-Lee will not be a bank director-Nivison doesn't want his name in there

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-will expect to see Tazewell on Monday, however should keep his servant if necessary-asks him to pick up some dishes

Robert Oliphant of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-glad that opposition to Tazewell defeated-petition for another insurance company in Norfolk

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-business matters

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-hopes that will be disappointment on subject of new bank

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-business matters-insurance petition

William Wirt in Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-will be a candidate for notary to the state bank if Tazewell is not a candidate-Barbour on the abolition of the public printer-worries about it-recommends that Tazewell make the acquaintance of Jacob Kenney-a Norfolkian had tried to depict Tazewell as a political apostate in the House-believes that Tazewell will easily turn the tables-mentions John Nivison's bad trip to the Eastern Shore

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell-John Nivison Jr. (?) can't leave because weather is so bad and can't cross the river-a schooner was lost a few days ago-no survivors-might salvage some cargo-no insurance

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-hire of slaves-Tazewell's new schooner-his friends trying to ruin existing company with taxes-state politics-state bank-not concerned about not being a director

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-political attack on Tazewell, saying only reason went to legislature was to secure presidency of bank for Nivison-groundless

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell-loss of the packet Paragon-death of a friend in its sinking-local politics-attacks on Tazewell-O'Neil(?) willing to sell land for 3 l

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell--cost of a lost ship and its cargo-William Wirt and others want to be public notary-other news

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell--local politics on appointing president of the bank in Norfolk (see Nivison to Tazewell January 1805 letters)--R. H. Lee and his son--next election--located in oversize box 13, folder 11

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-had hoped to see Tazewell before he left Richmond for Norfolk-had followed the proceedings of the House of Delegates-sending to Tazewell via Captain Ashley a blank draft for him to fill out-sends best to family-will be down in April for a visit if convenient

Lucy Ludwell Paradise-is leaving England-writing Tazewell as was a friend of her nephew William Ludwell Lee-she hopes to meet him-is waiting on remittance from Benjamin Waller for her corn and wheat (photocopy)

Larkin Smith of King and Queen County to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-concerning the blank draft he'd sent-the general assembly, not like earlier ones, Republican party too unwieldy on subordinate issues-still hopes to visit in April although health has been bad

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with Exum White and Company-notes payment received

invoice (bill of lading) for items shipped by Calon and Vale of Norfolk aboard the ship Calpis

Meriwether Jones of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to determine the value of Jones' share of a warehouse in Richmond that Jones can use in a land deal

Littleton Waller Tazewell's account with Jesse Bradley-work picked up for Tazewell by John Fisher

condemnation of the Calpis and its cargo at Algiers

William H. Cabell to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to enquire about some prints, busts, etc. being shipped to him to Baltimore, then forwarded to Norfolk care of Wilson Cary Nicholas-has not heard from anyone about them-asks if Tazewell can find something out

Philip Parcell to Robert Farmer of Norfolk-regarding account with Mr. Willock-that Mr. Willock has distorted the account-Parcells gives his version

deposition or papers filed in suit of Curren vs. Hodges

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-mentions sale of a lot in Norfolk-Nivison having problems being paid money owed him-Tazewell's overseer came, has no directions-question about canal

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond to John Nivison of Norfolk-states he has sold bank stock to Benjamin Mosby for land-lays out terms of deal-brief news on the legislative session

Thomas Stewart (?) of Dinwiddie County to Theodore Armistead of Norfolk-asks Armistead, a lawyer for help-slave he had loaned son-in-law has been seized by the sheriff to be sold to be paid for son-in-law's debt-Stewart says the slave is his and asks help to retrieve her-also had loaned daughter a slave and furniture-those being threatened with sale also-asks Armistead to be his lawyer

Christopher Fry to William Farmer-letter concerning details of Dunn vs. Captain Baker-written to support Baker

court order in Johnson Stone exr of William Keeling and Johnson Stone and Sarah his wife, daughter of the late William Keeling vs. John Stone and Elizabeth his wife, Mary Keeling widow, and William Keeling and Mary Keeling, infants-Williamsburg Chancery District Court

will of Charles Carter of Charles City County written 10 May 1803 with several codicils written in 1805-will proved in Charles City County 18 September 1806-a copy

Mary Y (or G.) Lightfoot of Antigua to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-apologizes for imposing on him who was a friend of Nicholas Lightfoot's-asks Tazewell to forward a trunk and letter to Williamsburg-also asks for a copy of the will of Nicholas Lightfoot, who died not long after leaving the U.S. for Antigua

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with Robert Jordan for peas, powder, shot, tobacco, stock lock-payment received on the date given

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-concerning two protests of nonpayment of two bills of exchange

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-a copy of Rennolds of 18 October with note stating he has sent the original bills

Auditor's receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell, notary of the Norfolk District--$176.70

From Sir Thomas Hardy captain of the British squadron in the Chesapeake Bay to Littleton Waller Tazewell-inviting Tazewell and a Captain Saunders to dinner-written during the tensions over the Chesapeake-Leopard affair?

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-James Monroe still in England has not left yet-refers to his two letters of 18 October and 14 November 1806 and the nonpayments of the bills of exchange-some articles being purchased and sent-also sending magazines-high praise for Monroe

William Lightfoot of James City County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding a trunk forwarded to him by Tazewell which contains the clothes and other items of his brother Nathaniel who'd left for the West Indies-asks Tazewell how it came that he sent it to Lightfoot-see 28 September 1806 from Mary Lightfoot to Tazewell

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-has received his order and will get it filled

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with Thomas Swepson

William McCandlish of Powhatan County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerns estate of Benjamin Taliaferro and that portion which should go to his wife-specifically a slave of hers that Taliaferro sold about 1797-a p.s. notes that Robert Taliaferro is very ill and may die

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-shipped some goods-hope are o.k.-sending a sporting magazine-expected Monroe to have left, but he remains to hear the results of the treaty he worked out in England-Rennolds states has heard reports that the president objects to part-worries about its rejection-believes Monroe to have done much-Monroe made best treaty possible

Thomas Lawson of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning a suit of Lawson's and its possible settlement

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell (not in Norfolk at the time)-has been sick-news about Tazewell's plantations-poor conduct of Miller (Tazewell's overseer?) who struck the cook-chastised by Nivison-news concerning Monroe's arrival in Norfolk and the treaty he negotiated-Monroe apparently feels it's the best possible

Littleton Waller Tazewell, account with Oden and Moon-marked received payment

Robert H. Fisher of Suffolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-plat of a tract of land Fisher owns in Suffolk/Nansemond County-will sell it for $10 an acre

Robert Pollard of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-an acquaintance is interested in buying military land along the Cumberland River that Tazewell has for 2 s 6 p per acre-Pollard has no interest in the land, but will willingly serve as a go-between

John Rennolds of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-is sending May and June issues of Sporting Magazine

W. J. Richardson of London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has not heard back regarding his letters-ready to comply with orders-accounts of the Nivisons in London

Thomas Mathews, headquarters, Norfolk, to Littleton Waller Tazewell, Major--mission to the British squadron is ceremony for the interchange of flags

Thomas Mathews headquartered at Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell (major)-will take the officers and seamen and return them to Sir Thomas Hardy under a flag

Sir Thomas Hardy commanding the British squadron at Lynhaven Bay to Littleton Waller Tazewell-their meeting aboard ship when Tazewell returned the men as ordered by Mathews-Hardy will endeavor to work with Mathews-(the undated item at beginning of folder 3 probably written by Hardy late July 1807)

Thomas Griffin of Yorktown to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for loan of 1000 l to be paid after 10 years as 2000 l

William Lightfoot of James City County to Conway Whittle of Norfolk sending a bond he has of Henry Tazewell and a bond he has of Littleton Waller Tazewell and asks Whittle to collect them for him

John Randolph at Bizarre in Cumberland County to Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk-sends him a letter he asks to forward-regretted that there was an attack on Tazewell in the papers, glad nothing came of it-asks what Tazewell thinks of the Chief Justice's opinion on treason-asks Tazewell to let him know what the ships bring-asks to give his best to [Robert Barraud] Taylor

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-Nancy (Ann N. Tazewell) had a son (John Tazewell)-Nivison also going over to Tazewell's plantation to see how things are going

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending some documents for Tazewell-Nancy (Ann) not feeling well-says that the children are well

John Waller of Gloucester County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has no money-will sell some slaves or when sells corn will have money

deed between James Bacon and Samuel M. Laurence, both of Norfolk, for a slave, cost 90 l

John F. Kirck to Littleton Waller Tazewell-rather harsh letter asking why Tazewell has treated him so badly and not handled his legal business

John Minor of Fredericksburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending a bill of lading for barley-and will send barley when threshed

John Lee of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-he is applying for a position with the Bank of the United States

will of Henry Skipwith of Powhatan County

Johnson Stone admr of William Keeling and Johnson Stone and Sarah his wife, daughter of the late William Keeling vs. John Stone and Elizabeth his wife, Mary Keeling widow, and William Keeling and Mary Keeling, infants-Williamsburg Chancery District Court--decree

John Minor of Fredericksburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell--concerning oats and barley he's sending

bond between Noble and Arbuthnot, D. O. Fernandez bound to Bernard Magnien and L. Decormie

John Randolph in Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-forwarding this letter through safer means than the post office-tells Tazewell not to worry, will not risk his life (in a duel with General James Wilkinson-concern over non-importation (embargo) against the British-mention of a caucus

John Minor and Alexander McRae of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-ask Tazewell to come to Richmond and work for their goals for the election (meaning of Monroe in 1808)

deed from Theoderick Armistead of Norfolk to Robert Wells of Elizabeth City County for a lot in Norfolk

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with Robert Taylor

Summons to Norfolk Borough court in case of M. Maxwell against William Laittimor (witness for Lattimore)

Armistead Thomson Mason to Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning the will of Richard Barnes of St. Mary's County, Maryland-has sounded some of the leading lawyers in Maryland-is asking Tazewell's opinion-see Richard Barnes' will above (7 May 1804)

Armistead Smith of Mathews County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerns the situation of the family of John Smith who is in the lunatic asylum in Williamsburg

William T. Nivison in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has not heard back from Francis Jerdone-may have to use compulsory measures-Mr. Wickham has a calf he'll sell Tazewell-news on farmers in Richmond-other livestock

William T. Nivison to Louisa G. Nivison and Mrs. Hull (another sister?)-personal news-some belles are heading down from Richmond to Norfolk-should entertain them-other news to Mrs. Hall

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Francis Jerdone of Louisa County-concerning a lawsuit he handled in which the defendant paid Tazewell with the note he had from Jerdone-Tazewell is trying to collect the debt that Jerdone should pay him for owing the defendant-(photocopy)

legal opinion from Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning shipping and the embargo

Littleton Waller Tazewell exr of Benjamin Taliaferro vs John Barrett and company-legal papers

two plats, n.d. and n.p.-possibly connected to the Batture case (see William Wirt to Tazewell-24 October 1810)

account-Littleton Waller Tazewell(?) with various sources

Caton and Soule of Norfolk to Captain Richard Jones of Windsor County, North Carolina-concerning the Calpe and shipment of items

Edwin Gray of Southampton County and representative in Congress to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning Macon's bill-returned by Senate with amendments-Eppes also made changes-this version will probably pass and will mean war-Randolph expected soon-Giles married a 16 year old girl

letter from auditor's office to Littleton Waller Tazewell stating sent enquiries to state treasurer-also inside state treasurer's answer

Charles Barret of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-waiting for reply to a judgment that he'd forwarded for his father to Tazewell

William T. Nivison in Philadelphia to Ann Nivison Tazewell of Norfolk-is looking for china for her-likes Philadelphia

agreement between William Plume, Thomas Newton, Elizabeth Tucker, and John Nivison for road improvements in Norfolk

William Wirt of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to handle some cases for him if possible-glad that Tazewell will be working on the Batture case with him-sizes up the opposition on that case-asks about family

judgment from Williamsburg Hustings quarterly court--Littleton Waller Tazewell, assignee of Benjamin C. Waller vs. Henry Skipwith

Promissory note (blank) to be paid to Joseph Kinder and his wife-reverse contains a land transaction between Faithfull Cherry and Theophilus Cherry

deed between Conway Whittle, 1st part, Bank of the United States, 2nd part, and Robert B. Taylor, 3rd-property in Norfolk owned by the BUS-deed recorded 29 January 1811

promissory note for $29,395.93 from Conway Whittle to Richard Blow, both of Norfolk

agreement with Richard Blow and the BUS for debt of $29,395.93

Account of the Estate of Benjamin Taliaferro, dec'd, Littleton Waller Tazewell exr

Account of the estate of Benjamin Taliaferro, dec'd, Littleton Waller Tazewell, exr.--located in oversize box 14, folder 5

Littleton Waller Tazewell of Norfolk to Larkin Smith of King and Queen County-too faded to read

promissory note from James Chadrick, agent for Lucy Ludwell Paradise to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $88.88-this goes with William Waller to Tazewell, 1 February which is in repair

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-collection of a debt owed by Lucy Ludwell Paradise from her agent Chadick-Skipwith's debt-asks for a bill of exchange be drawn up with Mr. Lee for money to Mrs. Paradise

deed from John and Sarah Nivison to William Tazewell Nivison for a plot of land in Norfolk-recorded 25 February 1811 in Norfolk borough court-also verification that Sarah Nivison agrees to sale

Littleton Waller Tazewell to ----- --discussing remarks by James Wilkinson in his memoirs-Tazewell recounts a bet with Captain Saunders and how that got back to Wilkinson-requests recipient to show letter to Randolph and others-French minister arrives-with expressions of amity-talks about France and the Napoleonic wars-asks after Randolph-failure of BUS recharter, reaction in Norfolk

John Wickham in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning a draft that Tazewell gave John Randolph and asked Wickham to attest-case of Henry and Whittle (includes a photocopy of the letter)

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding taxing a lawyer's fee in a certain suit-current clerk agrees but says was previous clerk's decision-previous clerk disagrees-his father received a fee from a Mr. Bunard to hire Tazewell

copy of will of William Browne of Surry County-will written 19 June 1783, codicil 7 March 1786-proved in Surry Court 27 June 1786

copy of will of William Browne of Surry County-will written 14 November 1799, codicil same date-will proved 24 December 1799

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewll-received payment of Skipwith-working to get payment from Jackson for money owed Tazewell as executor of Benjamin Taliaferro-some business for his father

George Hay in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-batture case

Deed for Bank of the United States property in Norfolk, Virginia--located in oversize, cabinet 22, drawer 5

George Hay in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-political gossip concerning Monroe and Joel Barlow-Randolph and Eppes have settled disagreement-letter from Jefferson regarding Batture case

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Skipwith's account-Jackson's debt, not bond yet-bond of Littleton Tazewell (not LWT)-looking for some judgment Tazewell wants

James Webb of Essex County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-no slaves as Tazewell wants are part of Braxton's estate-also Benjamin C. Waller's account against Braxton-judgment of that account

William Waller to Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Jackson's debt to Taliaferro's estate-bond of Littleton Tazewell-Skipwith's debt

John Myers in London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-news about Anglo-American relations-Britain might retailate against whatever Americans try

accounts of John Lawrence of Norfolk

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-several cases in Richmond including Livingston vs. Jefferson, the Batture case

George Hay of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Batture case

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell--Henry vs. Whittle--expectes Livingston vs. Jefferson (Batture case) will bring him to Richmond

Estate of Benjamin Taliaferro in account with Littleton Waller Tazewell, exr.--date should read only September 1811--located in oversize box 13, folder 11

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell--reluctant to come down in Myers case because doesn't believe that his advice will be any better than that of Myers' lawyers in Norfolk, but will come down if Myers and Tazewell really believe it would be helpful--strong expression of friendship for Tazewell--sorry family is ill

Wake Welch (?) in London to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sent letter of attorney-dividends received-money owed Waller's estate

promissory note from John Hodges and William Bennett to John Hamilton for $1085 payable 23 July 1813

deed from John and Sarah Nivison to William Tazewell Nivison for a tract of land in Norfolk

William Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending him some lottery tickets that Tazewell wanted

Luke Wheeler of Prince William County (Occaquan) to Littleton Waller Tazewell-his financial condition-has no real way to pay debts

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Washington D.C.-letter of introduction for his brother-in-law, William T. Nivison-also hopes to see Randolph soon if can arrange it-asks Randolph to write

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-embargo cases in District Court

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Myers case, his bail-other matters

James Webb of Essex County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sent payment of money owed by Braxton estate to Benjamin Waller-asks for court decree so can settle claim-asks that Tazewell have Waller send something stating money should be paid to Tazewell

James Marx of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Richmond Theatre fire-season wishes-sending coal, requesting that it be split between Tazewell, Robert B. Taylor, and James Taylor

notes on Algerine treaty

Edwin Gray of Southampton to Littleton Waller Tazewell--concerning a suit he's involved in--leaving for D.C.--DeWitt Clinton is there and is mentioned as a presidential candidate

Edwin Gray in Washington D.C. to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending newspapers-salt tax passed in negative-motion being made to reconsider

Edwin Gray to Littleton Waller Tazewell-more papers containing message from President to Congress-news from England-Henry spy business

Edwin Gray to Littleton Waller Tazewell-his suit in Williamsburg court-no declaration of war-caucus meeting for 1812 election-Henry affair hurting Madison

William Wirt in Louisa County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell about a suit he'd ask Tazewell to handle for a John Downing of Louisa

Document from the Anglican Church to Elizabeth Roberts--located in oversize box 14, folder 13

power of attorney from Elizabeth Roberts of North Wales to Thomas Williamson of Virginia to handle the financial matters of her husband's estate in Virginia-vouched for by Matthew Hodson and verified by Claudius Stephen Hunter lord mayor of London

bond of William Livingston, William Pollock, and William Babbington to Robert Brough, John Shields, James L. Matthews and Bernard McGuire(?), gentlemen justices of Norfolk for $1000

William Gaston of Newbern North Carolina to Littleton Waller Tazewell-will gladly handle legal matters for Tazewell's friends the Marxes

Wilson Cary Nicholas in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sent a letter to be opened only by Tazewell-if Tazewell was not in Norfolk, it was to be forwarded-letter neither opened nor forwarded-writes Tazewell currently in Norfolk to have it sent to him there

George Loyall in Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning the will of Mr. [John?] Tyler and problems it has created for his widow

Edwin Gray to Littleton Waller Tazewell-war news from Congress

Ann Stratton Tazewell to Mrs. George Ticknor-sending items (ham, peas, potatoes) in thanks for Mrs. Ticknor's kindness to her son [filed in wrong year?] [probably 1823]

John Nivison account with James O'Conner

Benjamin Watkins Leigh in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-why assembly voted commendation to Decatur-have made congressional districts-bill for dividing chancery districts-Farmers bank asks for extension-War news-Smyth on frontier-Monroe should command-wonders about the administration

list of cotton shipped from Charleston SC to Alexandria-includes bill of lading dated 2 February 1813

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in New York-news of the british blockade-Taylor doing what he can with troops-fire in town-other news

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in New York-news of the war at home

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in NewYork-family is in Princess Anne County-British still moving around-Taylor may take field-received no help or recognition from government

Luke Wheeler of Georgetown to Littleton Waller Tazewell in New York--concerning some personal business

Charles Curtis of Boston to Tazewell and Wheeler asking how his brother gets share of prize money from ship captured while serving with John Rodgers

Robert Gatewood in Europe to Littleton Waller Tazewell-European news including the war between Britain and France

William T. Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-asks that when Tazewell comes home through Williamsburg he picks up Sally and Louisa and brings them home-letter from Brooke talking about a campaign

court order-Greenbrier County Court in James Kirk v Abraham Haptenestall and Benjamin Grigsby

Simonsin in Norfolk to M. Cazoeul-letter in French

must be 7 January 1815 [filed in 1815]-Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Philadelphia-long letter on the common law in Virginia and the inability to seize land with a "common" execution-Tazewell feels very strongly about the subject

Richard H. Cocke of Bacon's Castle to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sent plows from Surry-other agricultural products, apples, cotton seed-mentions apple brandy-will be coming to Norfolk in March-asks Tazewell to draw up some legal papers

Archibald Stuart of Staunton to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sends papers of suit against Grigsby-asks for return-asks to be remembered to Nivison and R. B. Taylor-thanks Tazewell for his help

account of the United States with Littleton Waller Tazewell

will of Thomas Custis of Accomack County-written 7 July 1810-proved 31 January 1814-enclosed with below letter

Peter Custis of Accomack County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-brother's will made him guardian of his niece-court assigned her to her mother-asks Tazewell for legal help

Theoderick Armistead of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell-wants him to initiate a suit against the sheriff for a slave as per inclosed letter (not included)

John Cropper of Accomack County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-had thought Thomas Custis had hired Tazewell to handle a suit for Custis and Cropper a few years before-case dragging and apparently Tazewell isn't the lawyer-discusses disposal of a seized vessel-offers home on Eastern Shore

will of Anthony Walke of Princess Anne County-proved 5 September 1814

account of John Jamesson (baker) to J. Cleaver-Norfolk

John F. May of Petersburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to take on a suit for the Shores in Federal court-compensation

Joseph and George Marx of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Thomson and Edgar will be sending Tazewell papers regarding the Aurora

William Cowper of Isle of Wight County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-mill owned by estate of Colonel Parker falling down-advice on what to do to sell estate to repair mill

Caleb Boush to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks him to send subpoenas to be delivered

John Barber of Isle of Wight County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-cases that Tazewell has helped him with-account to Tazewell

John Barber to Littleton Waller Tazewell and [Robert B.?] Taylor-unable to attend Norfolk's superior court-legal matters

B[affin?] Stith of Halifax County NC to John Hopkins of Richmond-sends copy of an account-had to move to Camden NC-many books and papers back at old residence-will get them to you

Alexander Stuart in St. Louis MO to Erasmus Stribling of Staunton-concerning debts-says to sell Mary (only for full value)-thanks him for writing and taking care of things

will of Daniel Desmond of Norfolk-written 20 June 1814-proved 25 July 1814

will of Daniel Desmond of Norfolk-written 20 June 1814-proved 25 July 1814-copy of the above

William Wirt in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-Coalter's place sold-may try to buy Randolph Harrison's "Bear Garden"-Thomas Jefferson's treaty to end the war-used Tazewell as a trustee in a deed of trust with Davis Whitehurst who died-Whitehurst's slaves are in Norfolk "going about"

Alexander Stuart in St. Louis MO to Erasmus Stribling of Staunton-hasn't received many letters from people-wrote to McDowell concerning a slave woman he'd bought and who has fits-wants McDowell to take her back-glad Mary wasn't sold-appreciates Mrs. Lyle's treatment of his daughter Mary-is sending Stribling a slave girl-his brother and Mr. Coalter are supposed to buy him some slaves asks Stribling to help-asks Stribling to write-can't write his wife Nancy, asks that Stribling give her Stuart's love

Caleb Boush to Littleton Waller Tazewell-respecting a patent-needs to get some one in Richmond to search

Henry Tazewell of Norfolk to his father Littleton Waller Tazewell-sending family news

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-problem as executor of his uncle John-John's daughter-in-law is to be paid $200 a year out of his estate-his King William estate to be sold for money to create this annuity-she wants her money as it is due, but note for estate's sale not yet due-what to do?

Alexander Stuart of St. Louis to Erasmus Stribling of Staunton-McDowell will take back slaves and rescind deal-may want some slaves sent out-discusses fight with the Indians-misses his children

William Wirt of Richmond to Litlteton Waller Tazewell--concerning John B. Ogg and the estate of Davis or Dennis Whitehurst--Wirt supposed to get $500 from estate's sale of slaves in Norfolk--asks Tazewell to look out for his interests

William Wirt of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-discussing an appeal from Williamsburg between Cropper and West settled for Cropper-thanks Tazewell for help regarding Ogg-Wirt handling an appeal in admiralty

John Randolph in Philadelphia to Littleton Waller Tazewell-wishes to refute the northern notion that debts aren't as recoverable in Virginia since lands can't seize with common execution

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Philadelphia-answer to Randolph's of 22 December

must be 7 January 1815 [filed in 1815]-Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph in Philadelphia-long letter on the common law in Virginia and the inability to seize land with a "common" execution-Tazewell feels very strongly about the subject

George Fitzhugh to Littleton Waller Tazewell-considers himself bound to pay Tazewell $100 to handle suit for him against Jennings and Roddy

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph of Charlotte County-concerning sending Randolph's nephew to the Mediterranean for his health-recommends man-o-war as opposed to merchant ship-declines Randolph's request to publish his last two on Virginia's laws for land seizure-Randolph's claim against Tucker-Tazewell doesn't want to run for Congress-doesn't believe Monroe can be president in 1816-offered an estate in Halifax County

John Randolph at Roanoke to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning his nephew-Randolph will be running for Congress

Wilson Cary Nicholas in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell--asks to borrow money

John Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Philadelphia-says furniture has arrived-Louisa has been Richmond-no business going on-interested in getting a carriage

Wilson Cary Nicholas in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for Tazewell's views on internal improvements

William Cranston to C. and F. Whittle, attorneys in Norfolk-regarding bill filed by Isaac Stewart and Co.-how things are progressing

Wilson Cary Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-commenting on Virginia politics and its relation to the federal government

promissory note from Henry Barrett to John and Francis Wood-$2659-also a note from a notary

promissory note from Henry Barrett to John and Francis Wood-$2659

Richard[?] Corbin to Littleton Waller Tazewell-is sending some questions for Mrs. Skipwith concerning her husband's estate-King's Creek property-annuity to Mrs. Skipwith

Wilson Cary Nicholas to Littleton Waller Tazewell-would like to see Tazewell and get his opinion on the upstart banks

promissory note from Theoderick Armistead to Arthur Cowper-$500

promissory note from Theoderick Armistead to Arthur Cowper-$500-also note from notary

Theoderick Armistead in account with Robert Wells

W[?] Carter of Elizabeth City County to Joseph Hayes of Norfolk-concerning agricultural items and their shipment

note to Samuel Moseley-marked paid

will of Richard Corbin of Laneville in King and Queen County

note from Robert Jennings stating has bought a plantation in Princess Anne County from Littleton Waller Tazewell

deed between Robert Cary Jennings, 1st part, Littleton Waller Tazewell, 2nd part, and James Taylor 3rd part-land in Princess Anne County-proved in Norfolk Court 23 March 1816-second copy

deed between Robert Cary Jennings, 1st part, Littleton Waller Tazewell, 2nd part, and James Taylor 3rd part-land in Princess Anne County-proved in Norfolk Court 23 March 1816

William Wirt of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-president wants to know if Wirt would like to be appointed district attorney-asks Tazewell's advice-asks him to ask clerk what the fees are-if says yes, will be money, not honor of position

Herman Thorn of New York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-financial matters

Lewis A. Parham of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning his cause in court

John Nivison in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-general news

William T. Nivson in Northampton to Albert Allmand in Norfolk-asks him to hold off having Caleb Upshur's draft acted upon-will be in Norfolk soon

William T. Nivison as notary public of the District of Norfolk-concerning letters of attorney

memo regarding deed of assignment for stocks between Alexander Lukie[?] and trustees of George Lukie[?]

power of attorney from John Southgate of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

power of attorney from Robert B. Butt of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

power of attorney from William S. Camp of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

power of attorney from George Webb of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

power of attorney from John Perry of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

power of attorney from Beverley Baylor of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell

November court docket, judgments

John Nivison of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Richmond-in court-Virginia banks-Norfolk needs capital--canal

Messrs. Blow and Nivison of Norfolk to clerk of Isle of Wight Court for recording deed

John W. Taylor of the House of Representatives to Littleton Waller Tazewell-business matters

John W. Taylor to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks if Tazewell had received receipt

certificate for $39.96 to Littleton Waller Tazewell from the treasurer of Virginia

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-amusing anecdote about the "ablest member of any legislature"-concerning remarks made in Enquirer-George Hay

John W. Taylor in Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-acknowledges receipt of $124.05

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-fears hasn't been good correspondent-has looked for Peter Mariner to no success-packet boat Powhatan-disappointed Tazewell not in legislature next year-hopes western counties quieted-no other news-likes his profession

William Waller in York County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for Tazewell's opinion regarding a will, written in 1782, and the how the property should be divided-convoluted case

John Randolph in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-hopes to see him in Norfolk-asks Tazewell to take of a dog if it arrives for Randolph-has one for Tazewell-wrote Decatur, no answer

William Wirt of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-case in Williamsburg-would like Tazewell to handle it

Archibald Henderson, brevet major U.S. Marines, in Portsmouth NH to Benjamin W. Crowninshield, Secretery of the Navy-preferring charges against lt. col. Franklin Wharton-asks that be submitted to a court martial

William Tazewell of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-reply to LWT's queries concerning water transportation-doesn't know if interested or not

William Waller of York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-trying to get claim due Wakelyn Welch by estate of Skipwith paid-dickering with the exrs. Edmund Harrison and Henry Skipwith-Harrison earlier had promised to pay-Waller asked-Harrison now proposes to pay half and Skipwith the other half-still trying to get Jackson to pay-Jackson tries to avoid-Jackson deserves no indulgence

William Waller in Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning the decree in Tazewell's suit against Jackson

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning a deed of which Tazewell was named a trustee-heading north for a few months-anything he can do for Tazewell while there?

Appraisment of Hugh McPherson's estate made February 1807--copy made 30 July 1817

letter to Captain Charles Stewart president of the court martial board for Lt. Col. Wharton-encloses specifications filed in Navy department by Archibald Henderson

William Waller to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning decree for Tazewell against Jackson-Waller will again advertise land-reminds Tazewell of boundaries

Louisa Dickinson of Richmond to Philip Hilop of Norfolk-abuse she has received from her husband-what to do

Isaac Coles from Halifax Court House to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks him to forward a letter to Dr. Fontaine in Jamaica

Richard Jones of Edenton NC to Arthur Emmerson of Portsmouth-concerning vessels in and out of Edenton-personal news

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-travelling to DC by boat-asks Tazewell to make reservations on the Norfolk-Baltimore boat and ask captain to hold vessel past departure time if Wirts can't make it on time

account of trustees of George Leckie with Richard Blow

account figures of trustees of George Leckie to John Nivison and Richard Blow-money to be paid to Littleton Waller Tazewell or William T. Nivison

Seth Williams-promissory note to Littleton Waller Box 3, Tazewell for $50 for hire of a male slave

Joseph Lewis Jr. in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-two bills-one for removing the capital-another for taxing the 2nd B.U.S.-2nd is delicate, involving rights and interests of two governments

William T. Nivison in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-conversation with Wickham-DeLacy threatening to sue ownership of Powhatan-doing it to look like a serious businessman-Wickham told him to drop it when asked for legal advice-going to Benjamin Watkins Leigh whom Nivison expects will also advise thusly

Hugh Mercer of Fredericksburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sends Tazewell a profile Mercer's late brother had done of him

Spencer Roane to Littleton Waller Tazewell-thanks him for a legal opinion-sends $20 and hopes it covers fee

will of James Williams of Petersburg-proved in court 20 August 1818

receipt from George Fisher for $14,212.19 for a sale of the steam packet Powhatan-also receipt for $764.55 1/2 for Tazewell's account

financial condition of the Powhatan and distribution of $35,000

Tazewell's account with the steam boat Powhatan for $764.55 1/2

promissory note from Littleton Waller Tazewell to James Taylor for $518.52

Account of George Fisher with the stockholders of the Powhatan

Remarks on Mr. Fisher's profit and loss

balance sheet from the books of the steam boat Powhatan

agreement between William Loyall and William Bradshaw, both of Norfolk to dissolve their partnership in the exchange coffee house

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Robert Walker-concerning the Powhatan

Robert Walker of Petersburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-the Powhatan and the Norfolk-deal with the men from Newbern NC

George Fisher of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding the Powhatan and its accounts

docket of the Norfolk County Superior Court-July special session

note from Robert Walker-Littleton Waller Tazewell to pay $1000 to Walker Atkinson and Co. on sight

promissory note from Jacob Klein and James Thornburn to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk--$255

court papers from Southampton County regarding estate of Christopher Calvert-estate from administrator to the sheriff-sheriff ordered to pay Benjamin Pollard, admr of James Taylor dec'd 36 l 6 s 1 p

Thomas Griffin of York County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asking him to handle a suit

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $96 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

receipt from Vincent and Bonford of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell for purchase of fine linen

receipt from Richard Blow to John Nivison for Nivison's payment of $887.03

account of trustees of George Leckie with John Nivison and Richard Blow

Bill of exchange-pay to Samuel and Peter Christian

invoice for Madera wine to Mr. Thomson on account of William H. Thompson

Littleton Waller Tazewell finances with Bank of Virginia

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-thanks Tazewell for his opinion-wishes Tazewell would undertake the military work because he has a good understanding of it-Wirt too busy

James Weasser[?] of Baltimore to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning legal business-mentions John Scott a Baltimore attorney

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with William Francis

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $400 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $148.50 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $112.50 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $140 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

Jacob Klein and James Thornburn-promissory note for $210 to the Union Insurance Company of Norfolk

expenses for the month of January-Littleton Waller Tazewell

Corporation of Norfolk in account with J. Nivison [and T. Reiley] commissioners for tobacco warehouse--located in oversize box 14, folder 9

account of the borough of Norfolk with J. Nivison and T. Reiley commissioners for tobacco warehouse

receipt from Robert E. Steed to Littleton Waller Tazewell for payment of $25 for tuition for his sons with Rev. George Halson-note on back states paid 5 January

draft for $1250 from Littleton Waller Tazewell to Albert Allmand (treasurer)-drawn on the Bank of the United States

John Swartwout of New York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received Tazewell's check for money owed him out of the Algerine captures

acknowledgement of receipt by Giles B. Cooke having received $1093.76 from George Loyall, William Loyall, Benjamin Pollard, Eliza Pollard, Cary Selden, and Frances Selden-money owed by George Loyall dec'd to Mariam Talbot

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with Caleb Bonsal-paid on date-received by John H. Nash

deed between Ann T. Davis, Maria T. Hansford, Hugh Pannell, Courtney Pannell, William Pannell, Sarah C. Pannell, and William H. Bennock on the one part and Littleton Waller Tazewell on the other-a lot in Norfolk for $10,000-includes anything on it-recorded 27 January in Norfolk Hustings court

Hugh Pannell and William Pannell-receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $2500 paid-1st payment of $10,000 for property purchased (see above)

accounts-Littleton Waller Tazewell with grocer Robert E. Steed (3)

protest made by Littleton Waller Tazewell as Notary Public for failure to pay a promissory note for $255 dated 29 July 1818 by Jacob Klein, James Thorburn, and W. A. Armistead to Union Insurance Company

attachment-court papers

certificate for stock (24 shares) for Robert Hines in the James River Steam Boat Company

J. D. Elliott to Littleton Waller Tazewell-finally received Tazewell's letter-took steps for payment-congratulates him on Gosport getting docking and fitting establishment

deed for land in Norfolk County between Magdalen Magagnor to Richard Powell-William T. Nivison trustee-deed of trust recorded 16 September 1819

account of estate of John Nivison with Caleb Bonsal-Bonsal notes received payment

Edgecombe County, North Carolina, court records--located in oversize box 13, folder 12

court papers involving the Ritchie family of North Carolina-depositions for Williamsburg District Court

account and receipt for property owned by William T. Nivison and insured by the Mutual Assurance Society

account of Mrs. Tazewell at F. Brette and Vincent-also notes payment received

Charles Carter in King William County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning a suit that Tazewell's nephew Richard Corbin is involved with

William T. Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Williamsburg-regarding some suits he's working on

United States against three trunks threads imported by James Arbuthnoth-collectors office Norfolk

James Heron of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has an offer for Tazewell's U.S. stock on 12 month credit

Promissory note for $2028.45 from John Nivison to John Anderson-notices of payment on inside back (1821-1822)

deed between William H. Thompson and the Bank of the United States for property in Elizabeth City County-to cover his debts with the bank-acknowledged in Norfolk Clerk's office 19 February 1820

John Nivison in Saratoga NY to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning personal and business matters Tazewell is handling for him-John Nivison and William T. Nivison are traveling to Northern springs to try to restore John's health

account-John Nivison with Samuel Vickery

William T. Nivison in Ballston NY to his sister Louisa Nivison in Norfolk-discussing his travels in Northern springs-personal news

John Nivison in Ballston NY to his wife Sarah Nivison-personal news-discussing his health and the spa

list of notes deposited in the Bank of Virginia by Littleton Waller Tazewell

William T. Nivison in Ballston NY to Louisa Nivison-glad to get letter-prefers Norfolk to the NY springs-his disappointing encounter with a Boston Belle-light humorous discussion of the women at Ballston-another tale of romance (not involving him)-visit of King Joseph (Bonaparte) to Ballston-two French cooks reunite after not seeing each other for many years-discusses William Short and is peculiar bachelor habits-also Mr. Pollock-WTN doesn't want to be a bachelor-a poem to a Miss W---- Colonel [James] Talmadge at Ballston, he's a drinker

John Nivison and William T. Nivison in Albany NY to Sarah Nivison-traveling to Lebanon Springs NY-John--asks her to pass along a request to Tazewell-health-William-his father's health-John needs to control what he eats-however believe his health is coming back-John wants to go home-traveling to Lebanon Springs-will be in New York soon

William T. Nivison in Lancaster PA to Louisa Nivison-missed her letter in NY-but left because of yellow fever-discusses their trip through Troy NY-looked for their acquaintances the van Brackles-trip to Albany nice, but not Albany-while there enjoyed hospitality of van Rensalaers, "Lord Mayor" and the "Patrune" [Patroon]-nice time at Lebanon springs

Benjamin Thomas or Hormans of the Navy Department to Commander Arthur Sinclair at Norfolk-orders a court-martial for John Barrat charged with desertion-asks him to appoint a judge advocate (Tazewell?)

John Nivison in Georgetown DC to Sarah Nivison-serious carriage accident-involving him, William T. Nivison, and Benjamin Watkins Leigh-got others out, he was trapped-finally rescued-later went Washington-saw Decatur who invited them to visit-will when feels better-William T. Nivison also gives his account of the accident-thankful that no one was hurt-believes that his father's health was improved by the trip to New York

Littleton Waller Tazewell to unknown recipient-naval commission-mentions Decatur-concerning courts-martial-situation of the recipient and naval discipline

charge and specification of charge exhibited against John Barrat-naval court-martial-Norfolk

William T. Nivison in Richmond to Louisa Nivison-they are in Richmond-Catharine and Joe's new son-stayed with the Decaturs in Washington-had a great time-dined with William Wirt-Richmond is gloomy-not glittery like before-suffering during the hard times-John Myers up by steamboat-looks desperate-say hello to the family

true copy of a letter from T. Wrorkley [?] to John Taylor stating that his ship is leaving for England and requesting that he board without delay-29 October 1819-notes that Taylor had brought "spirits" which he drank from a lot and gave some to the crew-not sure when letter was originally written

T. Wrorkley [?] to Littleton Waller Tazewell-information about John Taylor's voyage aboard the Isabella in May 1819-ship had to return to Norfolk rather than go to England-Taylor got off before Norfolk-had supplies aboard-see true copy of letter of Taylor to Wrorkley [?] copied 19 October

will of Jonathan Beard copied from Baltimore County will book-original written 31 January 1806

deposition before the mayor of Baltimore, Edward Johnson, by Rev. John Hargrove, Colonel Mathew McLaughlin, Ann Barling, Sarah Barling, Henry Howard, Caroline French, and Hannah E. Hargrove-stating they were present at the home of John Hargrove 26 December 1806 when Harriet E. Hargrove married Jonathan Beard

John Hargrove certifies that he married Dr. Joel Hopkins and Harriet E. Beard (widow of Jonathan Beard) in matrimony 30 October 1817

deposition before the mayor of Baltimore by James A. Buchanan of the firm Smith and Buchanan that Jonathan Beard was constantly employed by the company before his death sometime in 1806-that Beard lived in Baltimore and had no other home when ashore-states that Beard married daughter of Rev. Hargrove before his last voyage

memorandum of agreement on sale of "Old Plantation" between Edward Wilson of Somerset County and William T. Nivison of Norfolk

deed from John Custis Wilson and Edward H. C. Wilson of Somerset County MD to William T. Nivison of Norfolk for Old Plantation in Northampton County

power of attorney from Joel Hopkins of Ann Arundal County MD to James Rudden of Portsmouth to reclaim property for him

power of attorney from William T. Nivison to John Nivison concerning the purchase of Old Plantation from Edward Wilson of Somerset county MD

agreement between Edward Wilson of Somerset County MD and John Nivison attorney for William T. Nivison concerning William T. Nivison's purchase of "Old Plantation"

deed between Edward H. C. Wilson of Somerset County MD and William T. Nivison of Norfolk for Old Plantation in Northampton County-recorded Northampton County 9 May 1820

promissory note from John Nivison to William T. Nivison for $2000

Littleton Waller Tazewell concerning his account with the Farmers' Bank of Virginia

17 and 18 February 1820-rough copies of two letters from Littleton Waller Tazewell to Robert Walker-steam boat company affairs-James River Steam Boat Company not doing too bad-would do better if not for Petersburg-Newbern Steam Boat Company not doing well at all-discussion of the steam boat business in Norfolk waters

eleven receipts and accounts of the estate of John Nivison

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $270 to be paid to Robert Saunders or bearer signed John Nivison

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $148 from John Nivison to William T. Nivison

Promissory note for $2000 from John Nivison to William T. Nivison

Nathaniel Macon in the U.S. Senate to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington-asks Tazewell to visit in the evening-has some items he'd like Tazewell to take to John Randolph in Baltimore

draft on the Bank of Virginia to pay William T. Nivison or bearer $100 from John Nivison

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $46 to be paid to Mr. Babbington from John Nivison

agreement between Edward H. C. Wilson and William T. Nivison concerning "Old Plantation"

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $50 to be paid to William Sharp or bearer from John Nivison

-John Mettatier [?] of Prince Edward County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks Tazewell to handle three suits which will be in the Chancery Court in Williamsburg-will send details

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $270.58 to be paid to John Henderson or bearer from John Nivison

draft on the Bank of Virginia for $25 to be paid to Keziah [?] or bearer from John Nivison

bill from Tennison's Hotel in Washington DC--$20 for time from 28 March to 6 April

Robert B. Gibson of Nottoway County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has two cases going to court in Williamsburg Chancery by order of judge of the Superior Court of Chancery in Richmond-lays out the cases for Tazewell-asks for his help

Francis Corbin in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sends $25-laments that no one has money all are broke "The times! the times! no dividends!-no crops making money-blames those running banks-discusses allotment of land in a case-bemoans the current government as bad and corrupt

notes in a suit against the Commonwealth

Will of John Nivison

William Bernard of possibly Frederick [now Clark] County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for legal help

letter from William T. Nivison to Maria Stokes of Philadelphia containing a draft for $54 on the Bank of Virginia signed by John Nivison-letter written by William T. Nivison-John Nivison's last signature ever-signed 12 May, died 13 May

John Nivison in account with James Woodward-last entry, 13 May 1820, is for Nivison's coffin

John Hargrove of Baltimore to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding the estates of Captain Jonathan Beard and of Captain Richard Beard, specifically property in Portsmouth-bill has been filed and his daughter, widow of Jonathan, now married to Joel Hopkins, asks for Tazewell's legal help (see documents above 12-14 November 1819)

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with S. B. Werckmuller

rule docket for June court

check for $1277.70 on Bank of Virginia from W. T. Nivison to Executors [probably of his father's estate] or bearer

Mutual Assurance Society Policy 2794 to Sarah Nivison, Louisa Nivison, and William T. Nivison--located in oversize box 14, folder 12

Mutual Assurance Society Policy 2793 to Sarah Nivison, Louisa Nivison, and William T. Nivison--located in oversize box 14, folder 12

Francis Walker Gilmer in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks for Tazewell's notes concerning Long v. Colson

monies of Littleton Waller Tazewell to Bank of Virginia

[?] Brunet of Norfolk to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Williamsburg-sends the last will of Major James Williams-asks for Tazewell to handle a case

receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $25 for 3 month tuition for his sons to be tutored by Rev. George Halson-Robert E. Steed by J. E. [?] Wilkinson

Littleton Waller Tazewell to Thomas Derbyshire of Philadelphia-enclosing a note on the Bank of Pennsylvania for $22.07

Captain William Chowning of sloop Intercourse account with Alexander Rind [?]-shipping 2000 bushels of coal for Davenport and Allen

deed from Rosanna Murphey to Mary Cosby-slaves

Ann Nivison Tazewell to her sister Sarah S. Skipwith of Mecklenburg County-their sister Louisa is at Green Springs in Goochland County-visited by Mr. Whittle who plans to move his family to Mecklenburg-local and family news-recipe for yeast

account of William T. Nivison with William Plume and company

bill of lading-6 boxes of marble shipped by Richard North aboard the sloop Ann Eliza Davis going from Philadelphia to Norfolk-shipped to James Taylor

Littleton Waller Tazewell to an unknown recipient-genealogical information on the Littleton family which settled on the eastern shore

circular letter concerning the creation of The Amercan Academy of Language and Belles Lettres-includes a constitution

John Inskeep [?] of Philadelphia to James Taylor of Norfolk-regarding the tombstone for John Nivison shipped from Philadelphia-the cost

promissory note from Nathaniel Hickman and Thomas Fitchel to William T. Nivison, executor of John Nivison $15.55

James Taylor account with William Babbington for wharfage of 6 boxes stone from Ann Eliza Davis (sloop)-50 cents

John Inskeep [?] of Philadelphia to James Taylor of Norfolk acknowledging receipt of $205.97 for tombstone for John Nivison

William T. Nivison account with clerk of Northampton County

Will of William T. Nivison-inside notes on his debts and money in the bank-copy of will

inventory of the estate of John Nivison in Northampton County-includes list of slaves and value (finished 29 July 1820)-inventory of the estate of John Nivison in Princess Anne County-includes list of slaves and value (finished 25 September 1820)-recorded in Norfolk quarterly court 29 November 1820

account of the estate of John Nivison with the clerk of Norfolk Borough

receipt from Peter Land, sheriff, to Littleton Waller Tazewell for payment of Parish Levy for 1821 and 1822

David Milhado (dec'd) account with John W. Southgate

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph-received several letters from Randolph-apologizes for not answering them-regrets that a pamphlet about Decatur was published-not a good idea-spends time on his plantation-provides argument he made in a case before the Chief Justice regarding neutral courts and prizes

F. Vincent to Jane Collins, both of Norfolk-regarding notes he received from her in discharging Mr. Carraway's claims

William Floyd Jr. to William T. Nivison-Floyd's dogs killed his sheep-other trouble with livestock-is going to sow his oats-invites Nivison for a visit

William T. Nivison to Mr. Absalom concerning the hire of Nivison's slave Sam Barber--$60 for 5 March to 1 January or $2 a week-note on back states gave him up 15 June but agreed to take him back for $1.50 a week

William T. Nivison account with the Mutual Assurance Society-marked received payment by Benjamin Pollard

note from R. McCandlish in Williamsburg to Miles King of Norfolk-sending a copy of a deed that King had asked for

unidentified account

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding Indian Fields estate-whether Tazewell would buy it or not-will not accept payment for an old bond that he and his brother found-could Tazewell write up a new bond?

William T. Nivison to Louisa Nivison in Northampton County-family news-execution of two Spaniards

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell-thanks him for his letter-impressed with his writing-fatherly advice

dinner invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Macon to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington

William L. Cardell of New York to Littleton Waller Tazewell-the American Academy of Language and Belles Lettres-officers and members-Tazewell voted in unanimously-see circular dated 1 October 1820

Daniel Brent of the Department of State forwards a letter to Littleton Waller Tazewell

statement from William Smith that Robertson [?] cut wheat 3 days at Lawsons in Princess Anne County

account of William T. Nivison with William Parsons for best pattern sights plated-received 50 cents from Nivison by William Floyd

William T. Nivison in account with Thomas F. Nixon (butcher)

Littleton Waller Tazewell in account with Henry McDowell for candles

receipts to John Nivison and William T. Nivison for payments to the Northampton County sheriff

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding a deed of trust and lien that Tazewell has on property of Harry Tompkins-Edward Taylor would buy the land under that sale by Tazewell

receipt from J. Newcomb to Littleton Waller Tazewell for payment of $16.80

account, William T. Nivison with Josiah Willis

James Scaife requests that William T. Nivison pay William Smith $1.25 for picking mill stones

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-again concerning Tazewell's lien on property of Harry Tompkins-Edward Taylor would like Tazewell to enforce deed of trust

William F. Wickham in Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell now in Washington-Tompkins' land will be sold-if Tazewell can't attend, Wickham and his brother will represent him-concerning the Spanish claims commission board Tazewell sits on-Wickham's father will be in DC

William T. Nivison account with Nim. Carter for sides of leather-received payment by way of William Floyd

James Taylor to Ann Nivison Tazewell-sends the carriage for her-offers to keep her family while she travels to Petersburg

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks how the family is-says that Richmond is healthy right now

William F. Wickham to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sale had to be delayed

William T. Nivison-payment of taxes on land slaves and tithes-Northampton County[?]

William Smith bought 3 bushels of salt from Peter Lugg

receipt for fish oil bought from N. Gregory

Tobias Watkins of Washington DC to Littleton Waller Tazewell-thanks for Tazewell's "dialogue"-asks some questions about insurance and insurance companies in the United States-if Tazewell has time and doesn't mind answering them

bill of John DeJarnette with Littleton Waller Tazewell for $83.31-note says paid 23 October 1821

account of William T. Nivison with Richard Field of Petersburg-paid 23 October 1821

account of William T. Nivison dec'd with Bragg and Jones of Petersburg-note says that the bill is paid 23 October

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-father (John Wickham) couldn't write, his youngest daughter died-hopes Tazewell's health better-encourages him to send Henry and John Tazewell to Richmond-Wickham's brother in New York-asks for more news on Tazewell's family's health-provides address for Tazewell

Tobias Watkins of Washington DC to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sympathies on death of William T. Nivison-Spanish Claims Commission-insurance

Sollomon Kendall-2 baskets made, 1 repaired for William T. Nivison paid $1.50 by William Floyd

receipt from Peter Land for taxes on land, etc., on the estate of William T. Nivison-paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

William T. Nivison account with Robinson Crusoe-paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

receipt from Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell upon receiving $251.28-annuity from estate of her husband John Nivison

receipt John Loyd to William Floyd for payment of $1.75 for suits for slaves of William T. Nivison

payments received by John N. Stratton which were owed to the estate of John Nivison

receipt from Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell upon receiving $656.22-annuity from estate of her husband John Nivison

will of William T. Nivison written 28 November 1820-recorded date-also see will under 20 November 1820

estate of John Nivison dec'd in account with Sarah Nivison

estate of John Nivison dec'd in account with Sarah Nivison

Michael Carter of City Point to Littleton Waller Tazewell-asks if has received the money Carter was owed by Peter Boyle

account of William T. Nivison with John N. Scott-paid by William Floyd

William T. Nivison account with John Casey-paid

note from Littleton Waller Tazewell asking Dr. Jacob Parker to pay Captain George Eshon on his account $15-payment received 10 December 1821

account of estate of John Nivison with William Fauquier-paid

inventory of items that Captain Eshon is transporting to King's Creek on the Eastern Shore for Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of William T. Nivison with T. Dup[?] paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

Littleton Waller Tazewell account with George J. Ham for building materials, etc-paid to John D. Gordan for Ham

account of William T. Nivison with William Floyd

account of John Nivison's estate with John and P. E. Tabb

Robert Barry of Baltimore to William Dickson-regarding a suit that he'd sent papers to Dickson in 1816 and Dickson had delivered to Tazewell

receipt from Willoughby Butt to estate of William Nivison for ploughs

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with Willoughby Butt for ploughs-14 December date of payment

Tobias Watkins of Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-still has questions about a particular case in Claims Commission-Hugh Lawson White remembers the case the same way as Tazewell-White complaining that during commission break, still gets no rest-Watkins saw Tazewell's DC landlady who wants to know if Tazewell will be back-Watkins remembered that he wanted a furnished house-will look for accommodations for Tazewell

account of estate of John Nivison with William Floyd-paid

account of estate of John Nivison with William Smith-paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of Sarah Nivison executrix of William T. Nivison with the clerk of Norfolk Borough Court-copies against Cooper

account of Sarah Nivison executrix of William T. Nivison with the sergeant of Norfolk Borough Court-serving writs against Cooper

account of Sarah Nivison executrix of William T. Nivison with the clerk of Princess Anne County Court for court fees

account paid by Sarah Nivison to the Mutual Assurance Society-policies 2793 and 2794

bill for carpenter's work on home-stated bill had been mislaid but will be paid

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with Cole and Gray-received payment from Henry Tazewell by Silvanus Studley

Thomas Gray of Southampton County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-long time since they've corresponded-Gray caught up in his brother financial difficulties and is attempting to recover what he can and pay what he must and to help his brother's children-brother got him into land speculation in Florida-brother spent money with no accounts, now is dead-[brother was in congress, now dead-Edwin Gray?]-nephew George had a conversation with men in NY about a company, possibly one his brother involved in-asks for help from Tazewell as member of Commission to see if can find anything about this company-also Gray gave some legal business to Baker

account of Sarah Nivison with Littleton Waller Tazewell

sale of pork by William F. Bryan to William Smith

account of William Smith with Willoughby Butt-a plough

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning the application of T. Emmerson to be agent to the Cherokee Indians-Wickham can be of very little help-perhaps Tazewell could lend aid-would like to see Tazewell if he passes through Richmond-should send boys to spend some time in Richmond-personal news--family o.k.--also extract of letter from Thomas Emmerson to John Wickham, 16 November 1821, Calhoun, McMinn County, Tennessee--interest in being agent for Cherokee east of Mississippi River

account of the estate of John Nivison with William B. Lawton-housing Jacob a slave in jail

account of estate of John Nivison with Josiah Cherry for taking up Jacob, a slave

John Randolph in Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington-wants Tazewell to sit for a portrait

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John Randolph-regrets that he isn't feeling well and therefore unable to attend dinner-not enough sleep bad news from home

receipt to William Floyd from Thomas Kell[?] paid for work on a chimney

note from William Smith to Littleton Waller Tazewell-price of a midwife who was with Sally when she gave birth

account of estate of John Nivison with John C. Rosson-paid

account of William T. Nivison's estate with Satchell and Nottingham-paid

Josiah Cherry receipt to William Smith for paying fee for Jacob, a slave

account with Andrew How-paid

bought of J.M .Duperee items for the estate of John Nivison by William Smith

Sarah Nivison receives from Littleton Waller Tazewell $251.81-annuity from estate of her husband

William Gray to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning the possibility that Tazewell might be interested in buying the house Gray is in, part of Mr. Whittle's estate-to rent Tazewell's house

William Gray to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding Tazewell's purchase of the Whittle home and letting Gray rent Tazewell's current house

received payment for oil from William Floyd for William T. Nivison (bought September 1821) for oil bought by Floyd for Nivison from Nathaniel Widgen

William Waller of Williamsburg to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has the papers from Davenport v. Bernard Brothers-sending them down by Robert McCandlish-sorry to hear about Tazewell's health-his own is bad-wishes Tazewell would buy Randolph Corbin's estate, it is great

William F. Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-suit involving Mrs. Waddey and her children-shares of James River Company-invites Tazewell to visit-Leigh is going to Kentucky-[land claims by VA and KY?]

William Smith to J. Riggs payment for two mule collars-payment received by Riggs

receipt from Thomas B. Dixon for payment from William Smith

John Wickham of Richmond to Littleton Waller Tazewell-court of appeals over-probably wouldn't have heard Tazewell's case-health not been good-discusses another case before the court-Tazewell should come to Richmond

Mutual Assurance Society Policy 439827 to Louisa G. Nivison--located in oversize box 14, folder 12

estate of John Nivison in account with William Roland[?]-paid

account of estate of John Nivison to William Floyd Jr.-paid by Tazewell

John N. Tazewell at Cambridge MA to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sends his school bill for the quarter-wants to move into a room at college-costs less closer to chapel and won't miss an exercise-news of the school-a ruckus and "riot" which included John Q. Adams' son-transcript

estate of John Nivison account with J. G. Parker--paid

John N. Tazewell at Harvard to Littleton Waller Tazewell--sends his bill for the quarter--wants to move into a college next year--less expensive and close to chapel and classes--news from campus--a ruckus and "riot" which included John Q. Adams' son

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with Peter Bowdoin for forage for horses and food for people-paid

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell for candles, cotton and other items-paid

receipt from L. Willis [?] for $15 from Littleton Waller Tazewell for use of his boat for 3 days to bring corn from Lawson's

Henry Lee of Westmoreland County to Littleton Waller Tazewell--concerning some legal matters he's involved in

receipt of Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $250 for payment of annuity from her husband's estate

Francis Walker Gilmer to Littleton Waller Tazewell-accepts invitation for Sunday-not around during hours when Tazewell visited earlier

receipt from James Wilkins to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $20.10 for payment for freight of 500 bushels of corn from Old Plantation

receipt of John Anderson to Littleton Waller Tazewell, executor of John Nivison for $400 on a bond due Anderson

receipt from William Hall to Littleton Waller Tazewell for freight for 1998 bushels of corn from Old Plantation and 1498 from Lawson's

estate of John Nivison in account with William Smith-paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with William Roger-paid

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with John R. Wiatt-paid

receipt from Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell for money paid from estate of John Nivison to estate of William T. Nivison

deed between Edward H. C. Wilson and his wife Sarah and Sarah Nivison, executrix of William T. Nivison concerning sale of Old Plantation

note from E. H. C. Wilson to Littleton Waller Tazewell asking him to pay Peter Bowdoin $1750

William Floyd to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sent Tazewell 550 "cockies," and Mrs. Nivison 18 chickens-asks for a barrel of whiskey-supplies for slaves-Mrs. Tazewell's soap is ready except for one pot-hilling corn-oats-40 pigs-asks for cart wheels

purchase of whiskey form D. Woodland-paid

account of trustees of George Leckie dec'd with estate of John Nivison dec'd

receipt from Christ Church for pew 26-estate of John Nivison

account of estate of John Nivison, Littleton Waller Tazewell exr, to J. M. Duperee-paid

John Anderson receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell, exr of estate of John Nivison for $800 for bond due

Dick Dorsey repair of scythe for Lawson's-payment of $1.25 made

Edward H. C. Wilson receipt of $1653.75 from Littleton Waller Tazewell for estate of William T. Nivison

receipt from Nathaniel Nottingham to William Floyd for 9 days mowing

bought of R. Jeffery and A. Gale by estate of John Nivison-noted paid 17 August 1822

receipt from John Anderson to Littleton Waller Tazewell, exr of John Nivison--$400 on bond due

William Duane [?] receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell, exr of John Nivison, for sundry articles

receipt from Peter Williams to William Floyd for cradling scythes for Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of John Nivison's estate to William Smith-paid

Charles S. Copes receipt to William Floyd for making flax break for Littleton Waller Tazewell

account of estate of William T. Nivison to Thomas Dickson-oil, tar, paint brush, etc.-paid

receipt from Joseph T. Allen to Littleton Waller Tazewell for cloth brushes-paid

receipt from Thomas Dickson to Littleton Waller Tazewell for plough-paid

receipt from J. M. Dupuree for 4 pairs of cards-paid

receipt from Joseph Martin to Littleton Waller Tazewell-paid

receipt from R. Jeffery and A. Gale to Littleton Waller Tazewell-paid

receipt from Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $250 for annuity from her husband's estate

estate of John Nivison to city of Norfolk for rent of Town Point lots-paid

James Baylor [?] to Littleton Waller Tazewell-account of wheat bought from Tazewell-note

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell to Jane E. Barron-tuition for Sarah Tazewell-supplies

account of estate of John Nivison to J. Ham-paid

receipt--Beverley West to Littleton Waller Tazewell

[Louisa?] Gertrude Nivison of Norfolk to Sarah S. Skipwith of Mecklenburg County-news of family and friends

Mutual Assurance Society Policy 3851 to Sarah Nivison--located in oversize box 14, folder 12

Mutual Assurance Society Policy 3852 to Sarah Neivison and Louisa Nivison--located in oversize box 14, folder 12

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Tazewell in Boston (and Henry)-letter begun by Ann Nivison Tazewell 30 September (the first paragraph has a typescript copy)-had hoped that the boys would've stayed at New Haven (Yale) rather than Cambridge (Harvard)-hopes that they will do well-will send supplies like sweet potatoes and Virginia ham-family news-letter finished by Littleton Waller Tazewell-Mrs. Skipwith has passed-letter finished 2 October

transcript of first paragraph of letter above

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell (and Henry) in Cambridge-letter not as detailed as would like-figures they are comfortable-wonders why they haven't been to tutor-surprised that John wanted to wait to enter-John needs to enter college so that Tazewell can make certain provisions for him-asks how spends time-will be leaving for Washington expects to have letters from them by way of Mr. King-says they should be grateful to Mr. Ticknor for all his help-take Ticknor's advice etc.

receipt for fish oil from R. Jeffery and A. Gale-paid

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell with Whiting and Vaughan-paid

account Henry Tazewell with the New Monthly Magazine-paid

account of William T. Nivison dec'd with John Casey-paid

account of William T. Nivison per William Floyd to John N. Scott-paid

unspecified account

unspecified account

receipt from George Raincock [?] to Littleton Waller Tazewell-barrel of tar

bill from Nathaniel Meany fro cloth to William Smith

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell in Boston-remarks about John's health-glad he has entered a college-did well on exams-offers fatherly advice-recommends he take up French-would like an accounting of his expenses-encourages him to join an Episcopal church-if not an Episcopal then any church-rather than no church

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John and Henry Tazewell-will let them be able to purchase other books than class books-provided are good-understands that Henry wants to leave Cambridge-disappointed-not angry-their college stay-write

receipt to Mr. Tazewell from Joshua Bumstead (in Boston)

Henry Tazewell account with Mr. Gilliard

Henry Tazewell account with M. and E. Dana, apparently tailors-paid

Mr. Tazewell account with Mr. Plympton-paid

Ann N. Tazewell to John N. Tazewell in Cambridge-glad to hear he and Henry are doing well-sent them some hams and sweet potatoes-flannel shirts-father expected home soon-wants to hear from them more often-spate of crimes in area-"bad company is the root of all evil"-implores them to keep good company-Mr. Skipwith and girls here

abstract of letter written by Ann Tazewell to John Tazewell-glad to hear boys are well-glad mistake of gun purchase not theirs-Edward Berry going to college there-sweet potatoes and ham-see original currently in conservation

unidentified account

William Smith receipt from Littleton Wilson for payment for weaving Wilson did

Ann S. Nivison to John N. Tazewell in Cambridge MA-they received his letters-glad they got the hams and potatoes, although potatoes probably bad-will send oranges she'd gotten from Florida in trade for apples-would like a regular packet between Norfolk and Boston-practicing frugality-boys should practice frugality-sorry to hear he's been sick-offers a remedy for ague-wish could repay the Ticknors for their help to John and Henry-news of family-also abstract/transcript of letter

Ann S. Tazewell to John and Henry Tazewell in Cambridge-sending sweet potatoes, shaddocks, oranges, peas, gingerbread-if sweet potatoes good, need to send some of the best to Mr. Ticknor-best wishes to Ticknors-take care of kegs and send them back-aided by Captain Anderson to pack barrels and kegs-news about their brother Littleton-recommends John drink Madeira or Porter-don't eat too much, will get sick-will send some bacon--also abstract/transcript of letter

account estate of John Nivison to William Floyd

account of estate of John Nivison with William Floyd-paid

account of estate of William T. Nivison with John E. Nottingham and Co. for salt-paid

account-William Smith for estate of John Nivison-salt from Peter Lugg-paid

account of estate of John Nivison with William Smith-paid

estate of William T. Nivison to Mutual Assurance Society-paid

John Tazewell to Charles Lenox-boot cleaning, bringing up wood-paid

John [?] Tazewell to G. Bradford-visits and medicine-paid

Henry Tazewell to William Hillard-paid

Henry Tazewell to Joseph Jenkins-tailoring-paid 13 January 1823

Henry Tazewell to T. Whitmarsh-tailor-paid

Henry Tazewell to Davis, Watson, and Company-lamp-paid

Henry Tazewell to Caleb Hartshorn-gloves, hats-paid

Henry Tazewell to C. M. Tubyee [?]-blacking, leather-paid

Henry Tazewell to Harrington and Russell-shoes and related items-paid

Henry Tazewell to Joseph S. Read-letter postage and newspapers-paid

Henry Tazewell to M. and E. Dana-cloak, pantaloons-paid

2 January 1822 [1823]-horse and chaise to Boston, 26 December 1822-paid

Henry Tazewell to Harvard College-payment for first quarter bill ending 3 October 1822-paid

Henry Tazewell to Levi Farrell [?]-October to December 1822-paid

Henry Tazewell to Wailand [?] and Marshall-October to December 1822-paid

Henry Tazewell to Harvard College-payment for second quarter bill-paid

estate of John [?] Nivison to D. Wooland for barrel of tar

John N. Tazewell in Cambridge to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has sent letters with his account-missed seeing Henry-has been studying this holiday except for 2 days skating-asks him to send some French books-Edward Barry is in his class-no one writes him-transcript

Sarah Nivison, executrix of William T. Nivison's estate to the clerk of Princess Anne County Court-court fees

John N. Tazewell to Littleton Waller Tazewell-has just recovered from a sore throat-heading into the country on advice of Mr. Ticknor-hasn't had a letter from home-Edward Barry is in college-has a burn on hand and biles also-transcript of letter

receipt from Mutual Assurance Society to Sarah Nivison payment for insurance

receipt from Mutual Assurance Society to Sarah Nivison and Louisa G. Nivison payment for insurance

account estate of John Nivison taxes in PA county [?]-paid to Peter Land, sheriff

account-Sarah Nivison executrix of estate of William T. Nivison to clerk of Norfolk court-paid

John N. Tazewell in Cambridge to Littleton Waller Tazewell--has sent letters with his account--missed seeing Henry--has been studying this holiday except for two days skating--asks him to send some French books--Edward Barry is in his class--no one writes him--should be just January, not the first

estate of John Nivison to Peter Lugg for salt-paid

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell in Cambridge-proud of John's success at Harvard, worried about his health-advice on health-doesn't advocate a trip south at this time, despite doctor's recommendation-settling a dispute-glad to hear Edward Berry is doing well-surprised that John has to recite Homer already-best to Henry-his cold is not better

Henry Tazewell to J. Chamberlin for table-paid

account of Littleton Waller Tazewell for estate of John Nivison for purchase of hand saw, hatchet, and chisel-paid

Henry Tazewell to Ann Gray for board-paid

receipt from William Hilliard to S. Higginson for $100.06 in payment of Henry Tazewell's bill

estate of John Nivison to Whiting and Vaughan for supplies-paid

Stephen Higginson of Boston to Usher Parsons of Providence Rhode Island introducing John Tazewell

John N. Tazewell to Littleton Waller Tazewell--has just recovered from a sore throat--heading into the country on advice of Mr. Ticknor--hasn't had a letter from home--Edward Barry is in college--has burn on hand and biles also

Stephen Higginson of Boston to Henry Sigourney of Hartford Connecticut introducing John Tazewell

Stephen Higginson of Boston to John N. Tazewell containing letters of introduction

estate of John Nivison to collector of Norfolk County-revenue tax on land-paid

receipt from James Flynn to Mr. Willkins-plough moulds [?]

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-sorry hadn't written earlier-last heard about John from Mr. Ticknor who said John was traveling to Hartford and Providence-dissatified with the accounts Higginson has rendered-will now let John handle his own finances-sending him check for money in Bank of Boston-pay to Mr. Higginson that part which should be Henry's

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-sending some more money

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-received his of 25 March-will let him rely on Higginson to handle his accounts again, although Tazewell not satisfied-only John's request and Ticknor's "expostulations" reason why-wants John to look sharp after his accounts-sends some more money-his blessing to John becoming roommates with Edward Barry

account-William Smith for estate of John Nivison with William B. Lawton for jail fees for Jacob-paid

Henry Tazewell account with Mary Cunningham, seamstress-paid

account William Floyd for estate of William T. Nivison with Levin Scott-paid

John N. Tazewell account with T and S. Whitmarsh-gloves, coat-paid

Sarah Nivison receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell, executor of estate of John Nivison sum of $250-annuity from husband's estate

Henry Tazewell account with T. S. Whitmarsh-coats-paid

receipt-from Phoenix Fire Insurance Company of London to Mrs. L. Coles (late L. Nivison)-for payment of $40 premium

Ann S. Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-personal and family news-would like to send some bacon but doesn't think will be able to-hasn't seen him in 9 months-father pleased with his conduct

account John N. Tazewell to Levi Farrell-gloves, socks-paid 18 August 182[?]

John N. Tazewell account with M. and E. Dana-paid

Henry Skipwith of Mecklenburg County to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding the property of the estate of John Nivison

George Ticknor of Boston to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received Tazewell's letter-complains of education system-pleased to hear about University of Virginia-Tazewell proposed Ticknor teach there-Jefferson had earlier-flattered but remaining in Boston-John is doing well-disturbance in senior class over one Woodbury who the seniors believe is an informer-were going to drive him out of class-some seniors expelled-hopes that Tazewells will visit in summer-sending Tazewell syllabus on his Spanish literature course-sending accounts from Higginson-Henry had a pistol left at a shop-does he want it back-needs to pay if does, if no can it be sold-asks to be remembered to Henry and willing to help with further education-transcript of above letter

Ann S. Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-is sending him bacon-would like to send some sweet potatoes, but doesn't know if will be able to get some before ship sails-sending 12 hams which should be hung out to dry-John should send 4 to Mr. Ticknor in his own name-glad that John's class not involved in disturbances at Harvard-recommends he stay at the boarding house-did he get the wedding cake?-eat or dream?

Ann S. Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-is sending him bacon-would like to send some sweet potatoes, but doesn't know if will be able to get some before ship sails-sending 12 hams which should be hung out to dry-John should send 4 to Mr. Ticknor in his own name-glad that John's class not involved in disturbances at Harvard-recommends he stay at the boarding house-did he get the wedding cake?-eat or dream?-abbreviated transcript of above letter

George Ticknor of Boston to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received Tazewell's letter-complains of education system-pleased to hear about University of Virginia-Tazewell proposed Ticknor teach there-Jefferson had earlier-flattered but remaining in Boston-John is doing well-disturbance in senior class over one Woodbury who the seniors believe is an informer-were going to drive him out of class-some seniors expelled-hopes that Tazewells will visit in summer-sending Tazewell syllabus on his Spanish literature course-sending accounts from Higginson-Henry had a pistol left at a shop-does he want it back-needs to pay if does, if no can it be sold-asks to be remembered to Henry and willing to help with further education

William Smith to Littleton Waller Tazewell-note stating that John Nivison's estate owed C. W. Whitehurst for a colt--$10.25

C. W. Whitehurst receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell for payment of $10.25 for estate of John Nivison for a horse

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-discussing John's finances-not happy the way he's handling them-if John and Mr. Ticknor have not planned John's next vacation, would like him to come home for a visit-mentions Ticknor's praise of John-says Henry told him he'd given the gun to John provided John pay the bill-John should do so-family news-Skipwith will get Lawson's and Tazewell will get Old Plantation-concerns about Henry who does nothing

John N. Tazewell's bill from Harvard for 4th quarter-paid

receipt for New Monthly Magazine-John N. Tazewell

Mrs. Nivison account with William Floyd-paid

John N. Tazewell-bill with Charles Lenox-paid

John Tazewell account with Abigail Gorton for laundry-paid

receipt Elijah Cotton to Littleton Waller Tazewell, executor of John Nivison's estate-payment for mowing wheat at Lawson's

settled the account of prize money for the 1st Mediterranean Squad under command of Decatur-future supplication for funds should be directed to the Navy department

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-John's accounts at Harvard-John's next vacation plans-family news-going to Washington and taking Henry with them-news from Eastern Shore

Williamsburg Superior Court of Chancery-Isaac Coles and his wife Louisa G. formerly Louisa G. Nivison and Helen Skipwith and Sarah Skipwith infant children and heirs of Sarah Skipwith suing in behalf by Humbarston Skipwith their father and next friend and the said Humberston Skipwith in his own right plts vs. Littleton Waller Tazewell surviving executor of John Nivison deceased, and the said Tazewell his wife Ann and Sarah Nivison-court papers

Obedience Hunt receipt to William Floyd $6 paid for her "boys" mowing 6 days for Mr. Nivison's estate

William Floyd to William Parsons $12 for his slaves mowing 12 days -receipt

Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Tazewell at Cambridge-again John's accounts-would like to see him-family news

John N. Tazewell to Harrinton and Russell-receipt from them for payment of items

Ann S. Tazewell to John N. Tazewell at Cambridge-chastises him for not writing-saving hams for him when he gets home-can't wait to see him-could've traveled to Boston with the Wickhams, but figured better to wait for him to come home-family news

brief transcript of part of the above letter

estate of William T. Nivison account with Nathaniel Widgeon-paid

John N. Tazewell account with Ann Gray for board-paid

receipt-William Floyd from William Nottingham for purchase of oil

account and receipt-John N. Tazewell to Gamaliel Bradford for medicine-Bradford makes receipt

deposit-Littleton Waller Tazewell--$14,970.25 in Bank of the U.S.

account H. Tazewell with C. McIntier-paid

John N. Tazewell account with Stephen Higginson-expenses of John N. Tazewell

William Wirt of Washington to Littleton Waller Tazewell-concerning Tazewell handling the claims for comptroller (see first item in folder 10)-says that Tazewell shouldn't resign from claims commission-no one knows the subject more intimately-will talk to the president

estate of John Nivison to the corporation of Norfolk-rent of town point lots-paid

William Smith receipt to Littleton Waller Tazewell for $90 for Tazewell's (as executor of estate of John Nivison) payment for Smith's wages for running the Princess Ann County plantation

receipt-James Boush to William Smith-Smith paid $12.47 1/2 for use of Boush's horses to tread wheat at Lawson's

receipt-Frances Moore to William Smith-Smith paid $6.70 for use of Moore's horses at Lawson's

receipt-George Vardenmon to William Smith-Smith paid $7.87 1/2 for use of Vardemon's horses at Lawson's

receipt-William Boush to William Smith-Smith paid $10 in a Carolina note for Boush's horses to tread wheat at Lawson's-cost was $9.12-gave Smith 80 cents in specie

Thompson and Bathurst of Baltimore to Littleton Waller Tazewell-regarding sale of Tazewell's wheat

receipt-Thomas P. Howle to William Smith-Smith paid $1.50 for Howle's horses to tread wheat at Lawson's

receipt-Jane Lester to William Smith-Smith paid $15 in a Carolina note for Boush's horses to tread wheat at Lawson's-cost was $13.50-gave Smith $1.37 1/2 in specie

receipt-Frances Moore to William Smith-Smith paid $3.75 for use of Moore's horses at Lawson's

receipt-Mary R. Valentine to William Smith-Smith paid $2.0 for use of Valentine's horses at Lawson's to tread wheat

receipt-Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell executor of John Nivison's estate--$250 as the annuity from her husband's estate

receipt-Thomas Moore to William Smith-Smith paid $1.00 for use of Moore's horses at Lawson's to tread wheat

account of Mr. Smith with Archer and Company-paid

receipt-Eliza M. Coxell to William Smith-Smith paid $3.75 for use of Coxell's horses at Lawson's to tread wheat

P. Haxall and Company to Littleton Waller Tazewell-wheat not good had to sell-other business matters

account of John Nivison's estate with William Smith for the hiring of horses to tread wheat at Lawson's-paid

certificate from Harvard College-John N. Tazewell dismissed at his father's request [health]

receipt from James Kellam to Littleton Waller Tazewell--$2 for freight of 700 bushels wheat to Baltimore and 613 bushels to Richmond

receipt-Sarah Nivison to Littleton Waller Tazewell executor of John Nivison's estate--$500 annuity from her husband's estate

estate of John Nivison account with J. M. Dupuree [?]-paid

Henry Tazewell to Littleton Waller Tazewell in Philadelphia-received earlier letters-family has sent letters-passed instructions to Mr. Smith regarding plantation-can't get the work done on the garden because grandmother has Jim constantly employed

George Ticknor of Boston to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sad to hear about John's poor health-sorry he won't be back to Harvard-sends the account from Higginson-John's "dismission"-offer John his kindest regards and offer of help in the future-best to Mrs. Tazewell-p.s. offering services to Tazewell or friends in future

George Ticknor of Boston to Littleton Waller Tazewell-sad to hear about John's poor health-sorry he won't be back to Harvard-sends the account from Higginson-John's "dismission"-offer John his kindest regards and offer of help in the future-best to Mrs. Tazewell-p.s. offering services to Tazewell or friends in future-incomplete transcript

estate of John Nivison bought of Jeffery and Gale [or Galt] oil-paid

John Cap[?] receipt to estate of John Nivison-purchase of oil

Maria White receipt to Mrs. Tazewell for payment of $4 for curing Billy's hand

Edward Barry at Harvard to John N. Tazewell-regrets John's illness forcing him to withdraw from Harvard-will send his books when can-how to dispose of furniture-campus and class news-promises to write-p.s. on someone saying John owed him money-does John? doesn't trust the other guy

Edward Barry at Harvard to John N. Tazewell-regrets John's illness forcing him to withdraw from Harvard-will send his books when can-how to dispose of furniture-campus and class news-promises to write-p.s. on someone saying John owed him money-does John? doesn't trust the other guy-transcript

Nathaniel Collins receipt to estate of William T. Nivison for work

receipt from William Smith to Littleton Waller Tazewell-wages for Smith from estate of John Nivison

receipt from John S. Tait to estate of William T. Nivison for payment for clothes made

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-sending a note for $5000 which is to go toward paying a debt-also sending an add for the newspaper-glad that John still wants to go to college, but needs to recover his health-outlines a general plan for John to follow to keep on top of studies

William Smith to Willoughby Butt for ploughs-paid

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-had talked to Mr. Oliver of Baltimore about beagles-may not get home around Christmas-commission might work for 10-14 more days and take a longer break

George Ticknor of Boston to Littleton Waller Tazewell-received John's "dismission" from Harvard despite some small outstanding debts-(see 23 September 1823)-an excellent recommendation for John-went around and spoke to Barry about John's books and items and how to ship them-possibility of reform at Harvard-glad that Tazewell would like to continue their correspondence

account of estate of William T. Nivison with John N. Scott and company-paid

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-sending some instructions-hiring Jonathan Smith and keeping William Smith as overseers-where each will go-possibility that Col. Coles would like J. Smith for Lawson's, then Tazewell will take a fellow named Brown-if hire of Smith or Brown doesn't go right, hire someone to do monthly until Tazewell gets back-Negroes can stay where they are for now-had some pain

Littleton Waller Tazewell in Washington to John N. Tazewell-received a letter from Ticknor containing John's discharge from Harvard-very pleased with Ticknor's letter which he quotes-has a reputation-can't lose it at William and Mary which is a declining institution

Edward Barry at Harvard to John N. Tazewell-has sent many of John's books and his small desk to Norfolk-wasn't able to get them all due to time, but will eventually send them-held on to one of Henry's books since it was being used in class-news of some of their acquaintances-tougher to matriculate-sent some poems-Everett has sold his share in the N. American to Sparks

Edward Barry at Harvard to John N. Tazewell-has sent many of John's books and his small desk to Norfolk-wasn't able to get them all due to time, but will eventually send them-held on to one of Henry's books since it was being used in class-news of some of their acquaintances-tougher to matriculate-sent some poems-Everett has sold his share in the N. American to Sparks-transcript

account of estate of William T. Nivison with William Floyd-paid by Littleton Waller Tazewell

receipt from Mutual Assurance Society to Sarah Nivison for payment for insurance-declaration 3852

note, n.d., from Littleton Waller Tazewell to John Randolph -apologizes for not seeing him yet-has some work to do, but will visit as soon as possible

receipt from Mutual Assurance Society to Sarah Nivison for payment for insurance-declaration 3851

William Wirt to Littleton Waller Tazewell-had sent Tazewell a copy of the argument in a case-asks Tazewell to send him the typographical corrections

receipt-William Smith from King's Creek Ferry for payment for crossing to and from Nofolk

note from William Smith to Littleton Waller Tazewell stating that the estate of John Nivison owes Mr. Fountaine