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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shameful neglect of business with the Sheriff

Yates writes that some business concerning the Sheriff has been shamefully neglected, and notes "this is one of my Reasons why I have left off the Mayors Court Practice above four years since."

GLC03107.03110

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: a house on Dock Street

Walter and Robert Cambridge inform their father that they have found someone to build him a house on Dock Street, but they have no estimate of the cost. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03142

Account of Edward Welch with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 18 November 1766. Welch purchased wheat and a steer from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed labor at the furnace.

GLC03107.03081

Sales of flour for the account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

P.2 records the goods purchased on trading ventures to Madeira and Belfast, for the account of Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03113

Account with Robert Livingston, Jr. re: labor

GLC03107.03116

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: smith work [in Dutch]

Dates on the account are 9 December 1766, 7 March 1767, and 13 May 1767.

GLC03107.03087

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to pay Robert, Jr.

Abraham informs Robert, Jr. that he would like to pay him a visit, but has been so absorbed with his business that he has not found a moment ot get away.

GLC03107.03119

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: order for iron

Davis asks Robert, Jr. to satisfy Mr. French's order for iron, and also asks that he send his entire account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03151

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade of Robert, Jr.'s provisions

Walter and Robert Cambridge inform their father of the prices they have received for trading his goods, and express relief that "those troublesome Banditti, who have pestered you for this longtime past are become tired of their own folly." With a...

GLC03107.03122

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for tar and molasses

Elliott asks Robert, Jr. to send him some tar and molasses immediately, and states that the two barrels of pork he just received were without heads and were partially empty as well. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03125

Account

GLC03107.03096

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for assistance with a land survey

John Van Renselaer explains that the south end of his estate is to be surveyed, but a great portion of the boundaries run through land that is now a part of Livingston Manor. He therefore requests Robert, Jr.'s permission to run through these lands...

GLC03107.03128

Account of Abisha Washburn with Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03067

Account of John Baker with Robert Livingston, Jr,

GLC03107.03099

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: new Governor for New York

Peter Robert states that New York is supposed to have a new Governor, "a Gent[leman] of great fortune and Regal Blood." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03131

Account of masonry performed for Robert Livingston, Jr.

Docket states that the account was entered on 23 November 1767.

GLC03107.03134

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: defense of title to Manor of Livingston

Duane informs Robert, Jr. of the 3 main points that he must emphasize in the law suit challenging his rights and title to the Manor of Livingston. Duane expresses great confidence in Robert, Jr.'s chances of winning the case.

GLC03107.03105

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: unable to make mill irons

Elliott apologizes that he will not be able to make any mill irons at the moment, as the forge is not yet in order. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03137

Account of Ebenezer Loomis

GLC03107.03044

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: increase in flour shipping to Liverpool

Robert Cambridge states the price of flour and brown bread in New York, and notes that there has been an increase in flour shipping between New York and Liverpool. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03108

Order that Jacob Leisler and Jacob Milbourne pay the charges against them

GLC03107.04854

Account document [in Dutch]

GLC03107.05270

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: anxiously awaiting the arrival of his vessels

Peter Robert writes that none of his vessels have arrived yet, which makes him quite nervous. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03111

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade with Spain

Peter Robert states that a ship from Spain has arrived carrying their cash, and he expects to receive full payment. He also hopes to renew a trading contract with the Spanish Governor, as they were completely out of flour a few months ago. Docketed...

GLC03107.03143

Account of Johan P. Rose with Robert Livingston, Jr re: shoes

GLC03107.03114