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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of sheep

Bogardus informs Livingston that he has sent him a flock of 60 sheep all marked with paint so that they may be distinguished from other sheep. P.2 contains 3 signed receipts acknowledging payment from Robert Livingston, Jr. from the hand of Jacob...

GLC03107.03439

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: price of sugar

Van Vechten informs Robert, Jr. of the sale and trade of goods, and states that due to the extravatently high price of sugar, he will not purchase any until he receives direct orders from Robert, Jr. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03440

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business

Van Vechten writes that he has had trouble procuring payments due to Robert, Jr., and notes that the sale of iron is slow at the moment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03443

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business

Van Vechton informs Livingston of the goods he has managed to procure, and how he has sold Robert, Jr.'s iron. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03444

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping flour

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03445

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trade

Van Vechten states that he has sold all of his wagon tire, and asks Robert, Jr. to send him more. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03446

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: apology for failure to make a payment

Van Deusen apologizes for not paying Robert, Jr. for iron, and assures him that this is not due to carelessness, but to the numerous misfortunes that have befallen him. He promises to pay his debt as soon as he has the resources available to do so....

GLC03107.03447

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to purchase flour

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03448

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of hay

Vielie writes that a shipment of hay has just arrived, and desires to know if Robert, Jr. intends to purchase a portion of it. With ANS on p.2 by Robert Livingston, Jr., in which he states that he directed Vielie to purchase a portion of the hay for...

GLC03107.03450

to [Robert Livingston, Jr.] re: proposal of Mr. Ketchum's [fragment]

The letter states that Mr. Ketchum has proposed to purchase all of Robert Livingston, Jr.'s flour.

GLC03107.03451

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to purchase flour

Ketchum makes arrangments to pick up a shipment of flour from Robert, Jr. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03452

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prices of tea, coffee, and sugar

Van Vechten informs Robert, Jr. of the prices of sugar, coffee, and tea; and makes further trading arrangements. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03453

Receipt of flour from Robert, Jr.

Welsh acknowledges receipt of 67 barrels of flour, and promises to deliver it to Joseph Ketchum.

GLC03107.03454

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for flat iron

Van Vechten asks Robert, Jr. for a shipment of flat iron.

GLC03107.03455

Bill of sale of slaves, livestock, and other goods to Robert Livingston, Jr.

P.2 is "A Schedule of the Slaves, Cattle, horses, & Goods sold and delivered as per the bill of sale on the other side with their particular Prices for the use of Coll Livingston." Signed by both Robert Livingston and Peter Bain.

GLC03107.03456

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

Jared Lane informs Robert, Jr. that he just purchased some sugar, and also gives him the current price of flour in Boston.

GLC03107.03457

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

"An Inventory of Goods & Chattles Now in Posession of Peter Bain"

Items on the inventory include enslaved people, horses, cows, sheep, a wagon, and a loom. Some of the items are noted to have been sold to Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03461

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: extravagent prices

Van Vechten writes that he has delayed purchasing kersey and other woolen goods due to extravagent prices, and asks Robert, Jr. for further instructions regarding this matter. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03462

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

Isaac Davis informs Robert, Jr. of his trade transactions, and notes that it is better to sell goods for wheat at the moment since money is so scarce. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03465

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade arrangments

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03466

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of goods

Lane informs Robert, Jr. that he has sent him coffee, woolen cloth, and other goods. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03468

Account of John Williams with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 21 December 1782. Williams purchased salt, sugar, and other goods from Robert, Jr., who in turn owed Williams wages for carpentry services. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03469

to Robert LIvingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading arrangements

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03470

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade offer

Wangener asks Livingston if he would like to trade iron for flour.

GLC03107.03472

Account of Ann Griffith

The account began 13 January 1783. Ann Griffith purchased cloth, tea, and sugar from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed work as a seamstress. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.03474

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prices of wheat [fragment]

Yates informs Robert, Jr. of the expected prices for wheat. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03320

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: 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

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: 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: arrangements to sell provisions

GLC03107.03380

Account of Elias Tooker with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 23 December 1778. Tooker purchased wheat, beef, pork, cornell, and other provisions from Robert Livingston, Jr., and in turn worked at Robert, Jr.'s iron works.

GLC03107.03381

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decline to purchase a house

Robert Cambridge thanks his father for recommending a house to him, but decides that he will wait to purchase one until both the war and his own personal affairs are settled. He explains that a large shipment of iron has just arrived, and though...

GLC03107.03383