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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: unable to pay his balance

Peter explains that it is simply impossible for him to pay his balance at the present moment, and asks that Robert, Jr. be patient. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02970

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: denial of debt to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Newkerck writes that he has been informed that his uncle died with an outstanding debt to Robert, Jr., but notes that he is not his uncle's heir and not responsible for paying his debts. He refers Robert, Jr. to his uncle's widow and her new husband...

GLC03107.02994

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade of Robert, Jr.'s provisions

Walter and Robert Cambridge inform their father of the prices they have received for trading his goods, and express relief that "those troublesome Banditti, who have pestered you for this longtime past are become tired of their own folly." With a...

GLC03107.03122

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: offer to settle account balance

Bogardus offers to settle his outstanding balance by shipping Robert, Jr. some indian corn. With ANS by Bogardus and docket on address leaf.

GLC03107.03133

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: promise to pay off debt

Dies explains his plan to sell parts of his estate, and promises that he will continue to sell property until he makes enought money to repay his debt to Robert, Jr. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03150

Promise to make payment to Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03153

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty selling pig iron

Robert Cambridge supports his father's endeavor to procure bonds for the numerous small debts due to him, and believes that it will help him to save a good deal of money. He also states that pig iron is selling very slowly, and suggests working out...

GLC03107.03164

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plea for an extension of his debt

Davis explains that he has been under extreme financial stress since the death of his business partner, Mr. French, and needs more time to settle his affairs. He states that an extension on the payment of his debt would be enormously helpful...

GLC03107.03179

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling debt with Robert, Jr.

Davis writes that he has been in correspondence with Robert, Jr.'s lawyer regarding a debt to Robert, Jr., and has found the lawyer's methods to be questionable and out of course. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03184

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: proposal to suspend payment of debt

Trumbull explains that he has no funds readily available to pay a debt to Robert, Jr., and instead offers a tract of land as collateral security. He also requests that Robert, Jr. refrain from pursuing legal action.

GLC03107.03189

Financial bond to Robert Livingston, Jr.

The document holds Matthyse Smith and his son Matthyse Smith, Jr. responsible for repaying a debt to Robert Livingston, Jr. within a designated period of time. With ANS on p.2 by Robert Livingston, Jr. stating that the above bond is "discharged by...

GLC03107.03190

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of unpaid debts

Peter Robert writes that he has been awaiting the arrival of Captain Harris, who was supposed to bring him a remittance of 6000 pounds that would then be used to pay his debts. He fears, however, that Harris will not have any money, and "If he...

GLC03107.03192

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sending a trading vessel to Quebec

Peter Robert informs his father that he is sending a trading vessel to Quebec, and believes that his debts will soon be secured. With a copy of Governor Aubry's letter to Peter Robert, 11 July 1769, New Orleans, in which Aubry states that he has not...

GLC03107.03195

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of Robert, Jr.'s flour

Robert Cambridge informs his father of how he sold his flour, and states that he has settled the account of their partnership. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03196

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to resolve debts

Peter DeWitt gives an extensive account of his most unfavorable and unfortunate financial circumstances, apologizes for any misunderstandings, and hopes that he and Robert, Jr. may come to an agreeable resolution of their business and debts.

GLC03107.03209

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: expulsion of English merchants from New Orleans

Peter Robert explains that he has news that Capt. Harris must stay in New Orleans a little longer to collect some debts, and notes that the Spanish Governor has ordered all English merchants (with the exception of Harris) out of the territory.

GLC03107.03213

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: celebration of the birth of a son

Duane announces the birth of a son, and assures Robert, Jr. that he will procure Mr. Du Bois's debt to him. He also notes that he has no news of Col. Renselaer doing anything to harm him, and offers his assistance to Robert, Jr., who lives with the...

GLC03107.03215

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: resolution in the House

Peter Robert states that the legislative House has adopted a resolution dictating that no money will be given to Troops. He also notes that he is anxiously awaiting the arrival of Capt. Walker, who is carrying money that Peter Robert must use to pay...

GLC03107.03216

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for payment

Williams asks Robert, Jr. to order his friends to repay him for the sheep and pork they purchased some time ago. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02906

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: ungracious attitude of Dudley Davis

Yates expresses wonder at Dudley Davis's criticism of himself, and believes that Davis has made these remarks out of desperation and a desire to blame some one for his troubles. Yates therefore advises Robert, Jr. to stay away from him "for fear (if...

GLC03107.03298

to Joseph Whiting re: orders to pay Bull's bill

Bull requests that Whiting make a payment to Capt. Andrew Bolcher on the account of Robert Livingston.

GLC03107.00183

to Robert Livingston re: news from around the colonies

Jamison, a merchant in New York, reports to Livingston on the state of the Assembly in Albany, which continues in its trend of not remitting bills on time. Jamison also sends word of a fleet of 150 ships sailing "for all parts," and that Sir William...

GLC03107.00188

"Letter of Attorney" re: naming Robert Livingston as Meriwether's lawyer

The first two pages are the Letter of Attorney, transfering title of attorney in the matter of Meriwether vs. Jeremiah Todhill to Robert Livingston. Todhill was alleged to have been in debt with Meriwether to the sum of one hundred pounds. Page...

GLC03107.00189

Account of Robert Livingston

Account sheet itemizing transactions between Livingston and Harwood, including shipping fees and customs duties. Records Livingston's outstanding balance to Harwood. .

GLC03107.00190

to Laurence Read re: orders to pay Samuell Sewell and Maj. Penn Townsend

Read owed the sum of £110 to Sewall and Townsend, who have signed over the Bill to Stephen Van Cortland, who signed the bill over to Robert Livingston, who signed the bill over to Orville van Suiton.

GLC03107.00193