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to John Knight re: shipment of cornell

Livingston sent this letter with a shipment of cornell, and discusses the state of his account with Knight.

GLC03107.01762

"1 Ton flour to St: Bayard for Col Vetch"

GLC03107.01763

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased molasses from Watton.

GLC03107.01772

"Way Book of flower Cornell & Butter sold by Cornelius Van Horne . . .

. . . for Acct. of Robt: Livingston from the 18 July 1726 to the 19 August 1726."

GLC03107.01776

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased shalloon, pins, guinea stuffs, and other goods from Bayeux. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01782

Account of Robert Livingston and Cornelius Van Horne

Livingston purchased brass pieces and parts to mend a kettle. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01784

Account of wheat

GLC03107.01785

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased stone earrings and gold from Le Roux. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01789

"List of the fatt Cattle Sold to the Burgers and Soldiars belonging to . . .

. . . Rt. Livingston of Mannor Livingston which where bought of his man John Coenraet Petri & G: [?] Planck together." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01790

Invoice of sundry goods on board the Alexander bound for New York . . .

. . . and consigned to Robert Livingston. The goods included velvet, shalloon, shroud, and buttons.

GLC03107.01800

to Robert Livingston re: price of provisions in New York and Curacao

Stephen writes of the extravagant prices for provisions in Curacao, and compares them with the prices in New York. He also writes of the theft of rum from Capt. Watten's cellar.

GLC03107.01821

to Robert Livingston re: fur trade

Brockholes informs Livingston of some transactions he has completed, and asks Livinston to send more goods. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01827

Conditional release of a tract of land to King James II

During his term as Governor of the province of New York, Thomas Dongan purchased a tract of land called Saratoga from the Mohawk Indians, and then released it to a number of Dutch and English men, among them Robert Livingston, in the form of a land...

GLC03107.01828

to Robert Livingston re: shipment of goods ordered by Mr. Beekman

Knight tells Livingston that he has shipped the goods ordered by Mr. Beekman according to the prices that Livingston advised, and has enclosed a copy of the account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01420

Account of shipments of goods [in Dutch]

Contains 2 accounts, the second one dated 19 May 1722.

GLC03107.01426

Account of Robert Livingston

Account of flour that Robert Livingston sold to Delancey & Comp. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01436

Account of sales

With his letter, Knight included an account of the sale of Livingston's cornell, which he expects to receive payment for soon.

GLC03107.01442

to Robert Livingston re: advocacy for 2 acts of Assembly

Bampfeild assures Livingston that he will do all he can to have two acts of Assembly passed. One act calls for a tax on all European goods imported to the colonies, and the second would open up a line between New York and Connecticut.

GLC03107.01461

to Robert Livingston re: manufacture and sale of a fur couch

Van Horne writes that he is overseeing the construction and sale of a couch made of Livingston's furs, and also informs Livingston of some other business and trade matters. Beneath the letter he has made a copy of their account with one another.

GLC03107.01462

"List of Cloths taken to N: York"

GLC03107.01463

"Weight of Butter of RL."

GLC03107.01465

Account of the sale of flour between Livingston and Mssrs. Richards & Clarkson

GLC03107.01466

"Weight of 3 Ton Flour from Rt. Livingston to Corn: v: Horn[e]

GLC03107.01467

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased rugs, caps, dishes, and gloves.

GLC03107.01470

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased shoes and slippers from Anthony.

GLC03107.01474

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased starch from Brasher on 16 October 1722. Brasher acknowledges payment with her mark. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01475

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased muslin and other textiles from Lane.

GLC03107.01477

Account of Robert Livingston

Account of sales of merchandise from the Sloop Speedwell Arnout Schermerhorn. P.3 is ALS from Knight to Livingston explaining the sales and the state of Livingston's account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01479

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased almanacs and book binding from Bradford.

GLC03107.01482

to George Bampfeild re: matters of business for the Agent of New York

The Assembly requests a number of things of George Bampfeild, as the newly-appointed Agent of New York. His endorsement is requested of 2 Acts, one calling for a 2 percent tax on imported goods, and the other one calling for an open shipping line...

GLC03107.01483

Meeting of the Justices of Albany re: raising taxes

The document lists the amount of money raised in the areas surrounding Albany for the purpose of promoting trade with the 5 Nations of Indians. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01500

to Robert Livingston re: dismissal from agency

Bampfeild writes that his position as Agent of New York has been terminated, for reasons that he is not aware. He also discusses some trading matters with Indians that require some assistance, and asks Livingston to turn to another person to sort...

GLC03107.01504

Account of Robert Livingston

Cheasman purchased 32 Casks of flour from Livingston.

GLC03107.01507

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased knitting needles from van Dam Jr.

GLC03107.01508

Account of Robert Livingston

P.1 is an account of sales from the Sloop. P.2 is ALS from Edmund Knight, in which he informs Livingston of how he has handled his account. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01511

to Robert Livingston re: goods shipped on the Sloop Caledonia

Van Horne informs Livingston of the goods that have arrived on the Sloop Caledonia, who the goods have been sold to, and at what price. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01517

"Invoyce of Merchand[ise] laden on board the Sloop Endeavour"

Knight included an account of Livingston's sales, followed by an ALS by Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01531

to Robert Livingston re: delay in passing an Indian act

Le Heup expresses his frustration with some merchants who have delayed the passing of an Indian act. He also updates Livingston on the settlement of his sons' accounts.

GLC03107.01629

Account of Robert Livingston

Robert Livingston purchased juniper, anodynes, ointments, and other goods from Nicolls.

GLC03107.01631

Account of Robert Livingston

The account records expenditures for shoes and the repair of shoes. On p.2 Smithsen acknowledges receipt of payment for the delivery of wheat and the boarding of Gilbert Livingston's daughter Alida from 1 April 1725 to 1 April 1726. Docketed on...

GLC03107.01633

Account of Cornelius Van Horne

Van Horne purchased molasses from Santford.

GLC03107.01635

Account of Robert Livingston

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

GLC03107.01637

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased a copper kettle.

GLC03107.01641

to Robert Livingston re: trade with the far Indians

Philip writes that trade with the far Indians in flourishing at the present moment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01653

to Robert Livingston re: trade of goods

Van Horne informs Livingston of the value of provisions and the outcome of transactions. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01654

to Robert Livingston re: slow trade

Joanna apoligizes for her father's poor returns on flour, and notes how slow trade the trade is. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01655

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: account balance

Knight tells Livingston that he has paid the balance of his account, and notes the price of corn and flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01660

to Robert Livingston re: request to purchase flour

Philip asks his father to purchase flour from Cornelius van Horne and to have it shipped to Barbados.

GLC03107.01664

to Robert Livingston re: introduction for friends of Philip Livingston

Philip sent the letter with the wives of Joh. Myndertse, Barent Vroman, and Jan Baptist van Eps, three of his best customers, who desire to meet Robert and Alida Livingston.

GLC03107.01665

to Robert Livingston re: sale of provisions

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01669

to Robert Livingston re: trade of provisions and furs

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01671

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: trade of powder and cornel

GLC03107.01677

Account of Phillip Schuyler re: sale of cornell

GLC03107.01678

Account of Mr. Delancey re: sale of flour

GLC03107.01679

Account of Stephen Delancey re: sale of flour

GLC03107.01680

Account of Phillip Livingston re: sale of flour

GLC03107.01683

Account of Robert Livingston

Robert purchased molasses, which he is to pay for in butter.

GLC03107.01685

to Robert Livingston re: pear thieves

Philip congratulates his father on finding a pear thief on his property, and urges him to punish the thief severely in order to set an example. He also discusses the fur trade, and the need to work more with the Indians. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01686

Account of Jacob Schermerhorne and Andrew [S]eller

Schermerhorne purchased rum from [S]eller.

GLC03107.01687

Account of Philip Livingston re: sale of flour

GLC03107.01688

Account of Mr. Hoogland re: sale of cornell

GLC03107.01689

Inventory of goods on the ship Alida [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01691

Account of Cornelius Santford re: sale of butter

GLC03107.01694

to Robert Livingston re: payment of his salary

Philip writes that he is happy that there is some prospect of his salary being paid out of the quit rents of Albany. He fears, however, that this will not be enough for him. He also writes of frustrated trade with Indians. Docketed on address leaf...

GLC03107.01699

to his Excellency re: case with the merchants of London

[Livingston] thanks the Governor for speaking against the merchants of London and how they have disrupted trade. He also discusses the trading situation with the Eastern Indians. On the bottom of p.2 is written: "To Evert Wendell Esq. attorney at...

GLC03107.01704

Account of provisions

Record of the quantity of goods such as cornell, butter, and flour that were sold or shipped.

GLC03107.01713

Inventory of a shipment of goods [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01714

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased shaloons from Vallete.

GLC03107.01721

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sugar and salt. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01723

Inventory of goods shipped aboard the ship Alida [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01724

Account of butter for Moses Levy

GLC03107.01725

Account of sale and trade of flour, butter, and cornell.

Records business throughout the month of October.

GLC03107.01727

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sugar, flannel, and knitting needles. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01730

Account of Philip Livingston re: sale of butter

GLC03107.01731

Prices of imports from the West Indies

Lists prices of West Indian and African enslaved people, rum, sugar, molasses, and other items.

GLC03107.01732

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

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: delay in lawsuit

Van Vechten writes that there has been a delay in judgement in Robert, Jr.'s lawsuit against James McGee. He also makes arrangements to trade iron. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03496

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of flour

John states that he has sold all of Robert, Jr.'s flour; and adds that he will endeavor to procure some sundry goods that Robert, Jr. requested. Fragment of address leaf on verso,

GLC03107.03497

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Charges on the account are for freight for shipping Robert, Jr.'s goods to New York.

GLC03107.03500

Account of J. Robinson

J. Robinson purchased sundry goods from Robert, Jr., who in turn owed Robinson wages for labor.

GLC03107.03504

Account of John D. Robinson

Robinson purchased sundry goods from Robert, Jr., who in turn owed Robsinson wages for labor.

GLC03107.03507

Invoice of sundry goods sent to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Henry Livingston sent the goods from New York to the Manor. Items on the invoice include ribbon, thread, calico, cloth, and rum. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.03508

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: advice for selling rum

Everts advises Robert, Jr. to sell his rum for iron ore rather than cash, as he will turn a better profit if he does. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03510

Invoice of flour shipped to Robert Livingston, Jr. on the Sloop Catharine

GLC03107.03514

Account of Henry Livingston with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 27 September 1783, and records that Henry purchased flour from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03516

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of redwood

Van Wagenen states that a shipment of redwood has just come in, and offers to send some to Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03518

Account of Robert Cambridge Livingston

Robert Cambridge purchased rice and sugar from Josiah Shippey.

GLC03107.03526

Adjustments of William Trafford's Ancram account from 1778-1780

P.2 is "Adjustment of William Trafford's Account at Manor Store through the year 1778 1779 & 1780," dated 7 June 1783.

GLC03107.03537

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: offer to sell pork

Hammond offers to sell Robert, Jr. some pork at what he believes to be the lowest possible price. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03538

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for credit to build a vessel

Lansings states that due to the scarcity of money and the numerous disappointments he has endured, he must ask Robert, Jr. for a loan to build a shipping vessel. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03543

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Robert, Jr. purchased two hogsheads of molasses.

GLC03107.03549

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business

Robert Cambridge states that there is a high demand for flour in New York, but little demand coming from abroad. He also notes that the demand for dry goods has remained quite stable. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03552

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Robert, Jr. purchased linen, cotton, indigo, chocolate, and other goods from Robert Cambridge.

GLC03107.03554

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: procuring furnace stones

Robert Cambridge states that he has spoken to a mason in order to procure furnace stones, and also notes that flour and wheat prices are expected to fall.

GLC03107.03555

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Robert, Jr. purchased linen and other fabrics.

GLC03107.03559

Account of sundry merchandise purchased from Jacob LeRoy & Sons

GLC03107.03560

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Robert, Jr. purchased pad locks and mouse traps.

GLC03107.03561

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: preparing to ship goods to Robert, Jr.

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03562