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to Robert and Alida Livingston re: wishes for a merry new year

Philip Livingston's son John wishes his grandparents a happy New Year.

GLC03107.01499

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: New Year's brief

John sends his grandparents his best wishes for the new year. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01538

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading losses

John discusses some trading losses that he recently suffered, and regrets to state that he blames Robert Jr. and their brother Philip for the blunder, as they acted carelessly and without proper consideration. He also congratulates Robert, Jr. on...

GLC03107.02606

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: insurance for the ship Oswego

John requests that Robert, Jr. not take out insurance on the Oswego for him; and also forwards news of the family and Robert, Jr.'s son Philip.

GLC03107.02613

to John DeWitt re: unable to send lime juice

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02614

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: arrival of the Ancram

John writes that the Ancram has arrived with nothing of note on board; and states that he is expecting Robert, Jr. daily.

GLC03107.02664

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: elections in New York

John writes that a "Paper warr is declared on the Topick of Elections," and believes that it will be more difficult to form a party now than in the past. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02783

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: arrangements to ship provisions

GLC03107.02803

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: arrival of Capt. Keteltas from Hamburg

John discusses some trading arrangements, and explains that he is in a hurry to assist Captain Keteltas with unloading his vessel, and also to get the Dover ready for an upcoming voyage. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02811

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: safe arrival of the Sloop Storke in Hamburg

John writes that the Sloop Storke has arrived safely in Hamburg, and informs Robert, Jr. of his success in selling rum and other provisions

GLC03107.02821

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

John informs Robert, Jr. of a shipment of goods he has recently sent to him, discusses other trading matters, and mentions that the Assembly was dissolved, which should not come as a surprise.

GLC03107.02831

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news of the Governor's expected departure

John writes that the Governor is expected to leave the province some time next summer without ever meeting the new Assembly. He also informs Robert, Jr. of the goods he has shipped, and states his pleasure with the news that Robert, Jr.'s furnaces...

GLC03107.02845

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: thank you for an invitation to drink wine

John thanks Robert, Jr. for an invitation to join him in drinking his wine, and updates Robert, Jr. on some trading concerns.

GLC03107.02854

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: rum

GLC03107.02887

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: best wishes for recovery

John sends his hope that Robert, Jr. and his son will have a quick recovery from their ailments and "bear this visitation with Christian Patience & Resignation." He mentions a recent sale of rum, and notes that no news has come from Europe since...

GLC03107.02915

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: worry regarding the late Henry Hansen's debts

John expresses concern for the health of Robert, Jr.'s son Philip, and wishes Philip could come to New York to see a physician. He explains that the whole family is quite sorrowful over the death of their brother in law Henry Hansen, and are...

GLC03107.02929

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: taking French merchant ships into port

John writes that war has not erupted with France, but the English continue to take French merchant men on a regular basis.

GLC03107.02941

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: awaiting Robert, Jr.'s sloop

John writes that he awaits the arrival of Robert, Jr.'s sloop, so that they may send their mother's body up to the Manor.

GLC03107.02960

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: destruction caused by a fire

John explains how one of his enslaved people accidently set a closet on fire with a candle. A table, linens, and napkins were destroyed, but it was put out before more any more serious damage occurred.

GLC03107.02969

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: rum

GLC03107.03012

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: state of his family

John Livingston informs his brother of the state of his family and writes "We Live in Peace and Plenty, our Marketts abound with all the comforts of Life." He also notes that the city is over-stocked with European and West Indian goods, and wishes...

GLC03107.03410

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: account of family and trade

John writes that he and his family are well, and discusses the settling of trade accounts and the current prices for provisions. He also notes that by the latest news, there are no prospects for peace. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03460

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: happiness over the restoration of peace

"With Pleasure I now embrace this opportunity to congratulate you on the Restoration of Peace in America and sincerely wish it may be happy and Permanent, nothing is wanted here under the smiles of a Kind Providence, but unanimity & industry; while...

GLC03107.03493

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading arrangments

John relates his plans to sell some of Robert, Jr.'s flour.

GLC03107.03494

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: bill for nails

John writes that he has sent up a bill for nails, and notes that he searched the whole town for a better price, but was unsuccessful.

GLC03107.03495