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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of flour
1778/07/10
Russell, Thomas, 1749-1796
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
1778/08/06
Hoffman, Anthony Jr., fl. 1778-1783
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
1778/08/20
Livingston, Henry, 1753-1823
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
1778/09/04
Livingston, Peter Robert, fl. 1765-1790
GLC03107.03380
Account of Elias Tooker with Robert Livingston, Jr.
1784/12/29
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
1779/01/20
Livingston, Robert Cambridge, 1742-1790
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: plans to sell goods
1779/05/12
Henry asks to be left in charge of managing a recent shipment of goods, and promises to reserve some for his father's use. The goods consist mainly of clothes, stockings, etc., and Henry asks that his father keep this information quiet. Docketed on...
GLC03107.03388
Account of William Trafford with Robert Livingston, Jr.
1779/05/20-1783/08/28
Van Buren, John, fl. 1773-1779
The account began 28 May 1779. William Trafford purchased wheat, salt, flour, and other provisions; and in turn worked at Ancram. Written at the Manor of Livingston.
GLC03107.03389
Account of Elijah Bennett re: rent and taxes
1780/05/01
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
P.2 is another account of Elijah Bennett, dated 12 August 1780. Bennett purchased rum and tea from Robert, Jr.
GLC03107.03395
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prosperous harvest and trade
1781/09/21
Robert Cambridge writes that his travels have been most taxing, but notes that the harvest was "luxurient," and that trade in Philadelphia is expected to be advantageous. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.03409
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: state of his family
[1781]/09/27
Livingston, John, 1714-1786
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
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade in Philadelphia
1781/10/12
Robert Cambridge writes that due to a drought, the buck wheat crop is not as good as was expected. He also states that trade in Philadelphia is profitable, but goes on to note that is is "frequently subject to great checks from the extravagant...
GLC03107.03411
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: delivery of cattle
1781/10/30
Bennett, Elijah, fl. 1781
Bennet writes that he has ordered the cattle that Robert, Jr. requested, and will send it to him as soon as it arrives. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.03412
Invoice of sundry goods sent to Robert Livingston, Jr.
1783/09/01
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
1783/09/03
Everts, Stephen, fl. 1783
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
1783/09/25
Wigram, John, fl. 1782-1791
GLC03107.03514
Account of Henry Livingston with Robert Livingston, Jr.
1783/10/15
Van Wagenen, G.H., fl. 1783
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
1783/10/11
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
1783/10/27
Shippey, Josiah, fl. 1783
Robert Cambridge purchased rice and sugar from Josiah Shippey.
GLC03107.03526
Adjustments of William Trafford's Ancram account from 1778-1780
1783/06/07
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
1784/02/07
Hammond, Eliakim, fl. 1782-1784
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
1784/04/14
Lansings, Abraham A., fl. 1784
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.
1784/07/09
Jenkins & Gelston, fl. 1784
Robert, Jr. purchased two hogsheads of molasses.
GLC03107.03549
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business
1784/07/19
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
1784/08/17
Robert, Jr. purchased linen, cotton, indigo, chocolate, and other goods from Robert Cambridge.
GLC03107.03554
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