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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision regarding representation

"DeNoyoll yesterday moved for leave to bring in a bill to Prevent the Bouroughs of Westchester, Schenectady, & the 3 Manors from having an exclusive right to vote for the Member that they each respectfully send; but that each freeholder in the County...

GLC03107.03225

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: uproar in the City

Peter Robert states that there has been great turmoil in the City since some British soldiers attempted to cut down the liberty pole. A number of skirmishes between citizens and soldiers resulted, with some blood shed, and Peter Robert notes that...

GLC03107.03228

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: seditious uprisings in the City

Duane states that "We are now run mad with Faction & party; not in defense of our Common Rights, but against each other," and criticizes the seditious plots that seem to proliferate at the moment. He explains that he lives in constant fear of...

GLC03107.03235

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to run for Treasurer

Glen explains that in light of the recent failure of his trading business, he would like Robert, Jr. to support him in an election for Treasurer.

GLC03107.03236

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: further frustration with the DeLancey's

Peter Robert states: "The DeLanceys are striving their utmost to make our famaly ridiculous and to keep them out of all Posts of Honour Profit and are determined to oppose every thing and every Body that they support which is too hard to bear I could...

GLC03107.03238