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to Robert Livingston re: forwarding a packet

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01530

to Robert Livingston re: repairs for the county jail

Robert writes that he has informed the judge and Attorney General that his father is not responsible for damage to the county jail, and is in fact interested in helping with the repairs.

GLC03107.01533

to Robert Livingston re: death of Aunt Cortlandt

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01536

to Robert Livingston re: news of the safe arrival of the King in England

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01558

to Robert Livingston re: resignation of the King of Spain

Robert writes that the King of Spain resigned his kingdom in favor of his son Lewis, and that the Duke of Orleans has died, leaving the Duke of Bourbon as the Chief Administrator of affairs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01568

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for correspondence

Robert of Clermont writes to his nephew Robert Livingston, Jr. and asks for a response to his letters, and also that nephew Robert write to his father.

GLC03107.01599

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: travel to Albany

Robert of Clermont requests that his nephew travel to Albany, as his mother and grandmother have just arrived there.

GLC03107.01610

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01611

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: pair of shoes

Robert Livingston of Clermont thanks his nephew for his letter and sends him a pair of shoes.

GLC03107.01618

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01632

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01634

Account of Robert Livingston

Robert Livingston purchased sugar loaves and a looking glass from his son Robert.

GLC03107.01637

to Robert Livingston re: customs laws

Robert expresses his annoyance with some customs laws, and gives his sympathy to his ill parents.

GLC03107.01659

to Robert Livingston re: sympathy for his father's illness

Robert Jr. expresses saddness for his father's affliction, and sends his wishes for recovery. He also discusses government posts, and the possibility of Gilbert Livingston receiving a Lieutenancy.

GLC03107.01672

to Robert Livingston re: new duty of wheat

Robert Jr. writes that a new duty has been placed on wheat in the Jersey's, which he hopes will help the Manor.

GLC03107.01674

to Robert Livingston re: Assembly meeting

Robert Jr. expresses his happiness at hearing that his father is to travel to New York to meet with the Assembly. He also mentions some provisions he has aquired to aid his father's health, and sends his gratitude to his mother for a cow.

GLC03107.01682

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sugar and salt. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01723

to Robert Livingston re: wishes for good health

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01739

Account of Robert Livingston

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01750

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01775

to Robert Livingston re: 5 Nations' mischief in Virginia

Robert writes that he sends this letter per Capt. Smith, the Agent of Virginia, who has informed him of the mischief wrought by the 5 Nations in that colony. He also notes that some pirates took Smith and held him in Sandy Hook for some time, and...

GLC03107.02125

to Alida Livingston re: no payment from the Governor

Robert writes that his father has not received payment from the Governor, and it is unlikely that he will receive anything on the palatine's account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02245

to Philip Livingston re: differences with Margaret Vetch

Robert discusses a conflict of interests that arose while doing business with their sister Margaret.

GLC03107.02435

to Philip Livingston re: wampum for Alida Livingston

Robert asks Philip to send their mother some wampum, and notes that she has enclosed a lamb and dried apples. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02436

to Philip Livingston re: severe illness of Alida Livingston

Robert writes that their mother is sicker than she has ever been, and asks Philip to send a doctor to the Manor. He concludes with a note of fear that they may lose their mother.

GLC03107.02439

to Philip Livingston re: order for a wig

Robert gives some news of the family, and asks that Philip have a wig sent to him immediately. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02444

to Philip Livingston re: trading business

Robert discusses the sale of Philip's flour, and notes that a John Collinson is "very poor and miserable," but offers to arrest him if Philip wishes. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02446

to Philip Livingston re: business and trade

Marked as a copy on p.1.

GLC03107.02475

to Philip Livingston re: business and trade

Original of GLC3107.01.02475. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02476

to Philip Livingston re: assistance with land survey

Robert requests the Philip and his surveyor travel to the Manor in order to help make some decisions concerning the establishment of boundary lines. He also mentions a dispute with Nicolaus Schuyler over boundary claims, and asks if Philip would...

GLC03107.02480

to Robert Livingston re: news of his arrival in Scotland

Robert wrote home to let his parents know that he had arrived in Scotland after a five week voyage at sea. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00540

to Robert Livingston re: affections sent from son to father

Robert writes to his father out of a sense of "humble duty," and assures his father that he is in good health and looking forward to his education. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00566

to Robert Livingston re: young Robert's arrival in Scotland

Robert writes to to inform his father of his voyage to Scotland. He writes of the ill-treatment he had received from Captain Drommond "in kieping Me abord a month after coming to the River of Glaskow" and of the theft of a ring given him by his...

GLC03107.00601

[to Mr. Stoddart] re: goods for Gilbert Livingston

Young Robert Livingston, in whose hand this letter is apparantly written, writes to Gilbert Livingston's schoolmaster in an effort to maintain congenial relations. He sends his wishes that "I hope [Gilbert] is a good Boy and Learns his Book and...

GLC03107.00659

to Robert Livingston re: a warning concerning Mr. Woodfoord

Young Robert apologizes for an act of disobedience, and warns his father that Mr. Woodfoord has not kept his word regarding an unspecified matter. With letters from James Douglas, 28 June 1706; John Key, 28 June 1706. Both letters are concerned...

GLC03107.00787

to Robert Livingston re: trial of John Taylo

Robert Jr. explains how Peter Vroman has asked him to assist with putting John Taylor on trial for the crime of trespassing Mr. Vroman's orchard. Robert expresses some apprehension about the job, and asks his father to make contacts and procure...

GLC03107.00864

to Robert Livingston re: settlement of Palatins

Robert Jr. requests that his father travel to the Manor in order to assist with the settlement of Palatins and the marking of boundaries. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00870

to Robert Livingston re: arrival of the Governor

Robert expresses his hope that his father has already sent his business to the Manor so that it will reach them before the Governor arrives. He also promises to look after his father's business in his absence.

GLC03107.00880

to Robert Livingston re: trade and business

Robert informs his father that he has received some prints and pamphlets for him from the Governor, and discusses some issues regarding their trade and business. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00946

to Robert Livingston re: rumor of his sister's death

Robert denies the rumor of his sister's death, and reports that the French have landed in Surinam.

GLC03107.00948

to Robert Livingston re: scarcity of business

John relates his concern over the lack of business and his need to find a useful form of trade.

GLC03107.00976

to Robert Livingston re: death of Mary Winthrop Livingston

Robert informs his father of the death of Mary Winthrop (John Livingston's wife), and also that the Duke of Hamilton and Lord Moon have killed each other in a duel. He mentions that he is waiting news from England regarding the Palatins, and urges...

GLC03107.00993

to Robert Livingston re: dispute with Philip Livingston

Robert explains how a dispute with his brother Philip and his wife, with whom he was residing, has forced him to find lodging somewhere else. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01041

to Robert Livingston re: Mr. Renselaer's land patent

Robert discusses the state of a land patent, his father's debts, and notes that he needs to find some business for himself, as he can no longer live off of his father's income. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01146

to Robert Livingston re: errors with Mr. Renselaer's land patent

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01151

to Robert Livingston re: borders between land patents

Robert states that he has found means to support himself, and also explains the new borders between Livingston's and Renselaer's land patents. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01159

to Robert Livingston re: Henry Beekman's proposal to Jo[h]anna Livingston

Robert states that Beekman's actions did not surprise him, as the Livingston family's reception of him nearly implied consent. Robert also remarks with disbelief that his sister could feel affection for such a disfigured individual. Robert also...

GLC03107.01163

to Johanna Livingston re: departure for Barbados

Robert asks where Jo[h]anna plans to stay for the winter, as he is traveling to Barbados. He also asks that Jo[h]anna make him some shirts and work clothes.

GLC03107.01189

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01229

Account of Robert Livingston

Account is from 20 May 1719.

GLC03107.01230