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Account of William Trafford with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began January 1775. Trafford purchased wheat and cornell, and in turn worked for Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03321

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sending goods back to England

Peter Robert writes that a ship carrying goods just arrived from London, but is presently under armed guard to ensure that nothing is unloaded from the ship. He believes that "the People in general are determined she [the ship] shall go back."

GLC03107.03322

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of shoes

Ludlow & Shaw inform Robert, Jr. of some recent shipments of goods, and state that the letter accompanies his order of shoes. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03323

Account of Elias Tocker at Ancram

Elias Tocker purchased sundry goods, and also worked at Ancram. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03325

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: attempts to calm tension with England

John Patterson writes that he shall soon set out for Philadelphia, and notes that the people there seem to have become more moderate due to changes in the Assembly. In addition to this more moderate political sensibility, Patterson hopes that the...

GLC03107.03326

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: outrage at Great Britain and support for war

"Our publick affairs are at length arrived at the most dangerous Extremity. The ministry with inflexible obstinacy persevere in that inhuman system of Despotism which was contrived to rob us of our Liberties; and because we cannot submit to so...

GLC03107.03331

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: advice to sell flour quickly

Robert Cambridge writes that he has sold the last of his flour, and explains: "I thought it too dangerous to keep produce on hand at present it being most probable that a termination of our Commerce will take place about the middle of July and...

GLC03107.03332

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading and business arrangments

Robert Cambridge urges his father to send him all his flour and wheat, as he believes that their right to export and trade it will be curtailed in the near future. He also mentions a rumor that regiments of 2000 to 3000 soldiers are being sent to...

GLC03107.03334

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: selling flour

Henry writes that he got the best price he could for his father's flour, and discusses the settlement of their accounts.

GLC03107.03336

Account of William Trafford with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 15 January 1776, and shows that Trafford purchased cornel, wheat, flour, and other provisions from Robert, Jr.; and in turn performed labor at Ancram. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03339

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: good price for iron

Walter writes that some customers were pleased with Robert, Jr.'s price for iron; and also notes that he will bring some bread down later in the week.

GLC03107.03340

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading difficulties

Robert Cambridge states that it has been extremely difficult to obtain dry goods as of late, and has therefore not included any carpet in his last shipment to Robert, Jr. He also writes that he has had difficulty disposing of his father's flour, and...

GLC03107.03344

Instructions for making specific sizes of iron

The document gives instructions for iron to be made to particular measurements, and includes a sketch of the measurements. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.03353

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of leather

Van Vechten informs Robert, Jr. that he has just sent him the sole and upper leather that he has requested.

GLC03107.03356

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: order for iron

Lewis gives Robert, Jr. an order for different types of iron, and notes that he has a good supply of money at the moment, and would therefore like to settle their old account and begin anew.

GLC03107.03362

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for iron for Morgan Lewis

GLC03107.03363

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: stagnation of business

Henry informs his father that business has stagnated due to the scarcity of money. He also notes that the store houses in Boston are full of dry goods, but he is hesitant to purchase now, as he believes it wise to hold on to one's money. Docketed...

GLC03107.03364

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: anxious for the issues of the next campaign

Henry writes that people seem anxious to learn the issues that will be prevalent in the next campaign, and notes that trade continues to be extremely slow in Boston, with almost no demand for iron.

GLC03107.03367

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade of goods

John states that he has sent Robert, Jr. one "bladder" of snuff, a kettle, a towel, and some squash seeds; and asks Robert, Jr. to send him a firkin of butter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03370

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: safe places for storing flour

Henry discusses some possible safe places to store his father's flour, and makes arrangements to trade goods. He gives news of a French declaration of war against England, and also states that he fears the enemy will come up the river soon....

GLC03107.03373

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fluctuating markets

Henry states that he can not send his father accurate market prices since it fluctuates so dramatically. He explains that the scarcity of money caused the market to stagnate, but there has been a sudden rise due to a large quantity of cash sent to...

GLC03107.03374

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of flour

Russell informs Robert, Jr. of the flour he has sold for him, and also gives him the current market price. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03375

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request to borrow an anchor and a cable

Anthony Hoffman, Jr. asks to borrow an anchor and a cable from Robert, Jr.'s sloop, as he is in a rush to send a shipment of flour down the river to supply their army.

GLC03107.03376

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: apology for not visiting his father

Henry apologizes for not paying his father a visit, but explains that he has been awaiting the outcome of a business venture that should make him an "independent fortune." He adds that if this plan fulfills itself, he will desire to purchase all of...

GLC03107.03377

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a shipment of iron

Docket and address leaf on recto.

GLC03107.03378