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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: invitation to ship flour

GLC03107.03484

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

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

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

Insurance policy for the Ship Anne

GLC03107.05334

Account of Robert Livingston

Items on the account include different varieties of cloth.

GLC03107.05338

Account of sugar and other goods

GLC03107.05340

to Robert Livingston re: shipping instruction for beaver furs

GLC03107.05351

New York daily tribune. [Vol. 20, no. 5950 (May 19, 1860)]

Discusses the nomination of Abraham Lincoln as President by the Republican National Convention, which convened May 1860 in Chicago, Illinois. Reports on the reaction of citizens in New York City to the announcement of Lincoln's nomination, including...

GLC03127

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

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

Account of sundry goods sold to various individuals

Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03435

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for payment

Shephard states that in December 1780 he supplied some of Robert, Jr.'s enslaved people with pork, and asks that Robert, Jr. pay him for this expense. Shephard acknowledges receipt of payment on p.2. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03437

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

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03448

Receipt of flour from Robert, Jr.

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

GLC03107.03454

"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: 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: shipment of goods

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

GLC03107.03468

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade offer

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

GLC03107.03472

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: unmerchantable flour

Duer regretfully writes that some flour recently delivered from Robert, Jr.'s mills has been condemned as unmerchantable.

GLC03107.03492

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: 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

Account of Robert Cambridge Livingston

Robert Cambridge purchased rice and sugar from Josiah Shippey.

GLC03107.03526

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

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03562

to John DeWitt re: trading concerns

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04417

to John DeWitt re: decision on an appropriate price for wheat

Philip Livingston tells John DeWitt what price he should accept for wheat.

GLC03107.04425

to John DeWitt re: instructions to refrain from exporting grain

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04434

to Peter DeWitt re: the market for flour

Robert Livingston, Jr. discusses the various market prices for flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04447

to Peter DeWitt re: orders for trade

John Livingston asks DeWitt to sell the remainder of his enslaved people, and also orders some cattle and pigs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04451

to William D. Patterson re: decision to give up trade

Fletcher writes that he is going to give up trade, as it only causes him a loss of profit. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04551

Payments made for pork

The document states that in November 1809 and December 1810, Don. Lane made payments for pork.

GLC03107.04787

Rum to be delivered to John Livingston

GLC03107.04368

Account of John Livingston

John Livingston purchased sugar.

GLC03107.04373