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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trial of John Lamb for libel

Peter Robert gives an account of a proceeding against John Lamb for libel, and notes that the Sons of Liberty are on his side and will work to exonerate him.

GLC03107.03219

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision regarding Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston

Peter Robert states that he believes a favorable decision regarding Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston's seat in the legislature will be made in the next week.

GLC03107.03220

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage of sister Alida

Peter Robert writes that he is happy that his father is no longer angry with his daughter Alida for marrying without consent, and notes that she made a good choice with her husband. He also states that some new measures have been proposed regarding...

GLC03107.03221

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision regarding representation

"DeNoyoll yesterday moved for leave to bring in a bill to Prevent the Bouroughs of Westchester, Schenectady, & the 3 Manors from having an exclusive right to vote for the Member that they each respectfully send; but that each freeholder in the County...

GLC03107.03225

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: uproar in the City

Peter Robert states that there has been great turmoil in the City since some British soldiers attempted to cut down the liberty pole. A number of skirmishes between citizens and soldiers resulted, with some blood shed, and Peter Robert notes that...

GLC03107.03228

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: commotion regarding the Liberty Pole

Peter Robert states that there has been a great uproar in the City regarding the destruction of the Liberty Pole, and explains that they are looking for a new place to erect it.

GLC03107.03231

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: seditious uprisings in the City

Duane states that "We are now run mad with Faction & party; not in defense of our Common Rights, but against each other," and criticizes the seditious plots that seem to proliferate at the moment. He explains that he lives in constant fear of...

GLC03107.03235

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to run for Treasurer

Glen explains that in light of the recent failure of his trading business, he would like Robert, Jr. to support him in an election for Treasurer.

GLC03107.03236

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: further frustration with the DeLancey's

Peter Robert states: "The DeLanceys are striving their utmost to make our famaly ridiculous and to keep them out of all Posts of Honour Profit and are determined to oppose every thing and every Body that they support which is too hard to bear I could...

GLC03107.03238

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trial of rioters of Monmouth County

Walter writes that he just tried the rioters of Monmouth County, in which some were acquitted, and others were fined or imprisoned. He notes that they were so satisfied with themselves that they pulled down their own liberty pole.

GLC03107.03242

Memorial to John Earl of Dunmore Captain General & Governor in Chief of New York

Robert Livingston [(1718-1775)] explains that as a member of New York's Supreme Court, he is entitled to sit in the General Assembly and vote on issues of great significance. However, he explains that Mr. Colden denied him this privelege, which is a...

GLC03107.03250

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: conflict regarding seat in the Assembly

Robert Livingston (1718-1775) describes recent developments in his attempt to regain a seat in the Assembly, and how party politics have obstructed the process. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.03253

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: meeting of supervisors

Stevenson informs Robert, Jr. that he spoke to Mr. Ten Eyck regarding the meeting of Supervisors, and found out that the last meeting was adjourned due to a low attendance. He also notes that he has sent Robert, Jr. a pound of green tea. Docketed...

GLC03107.03254

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: dissatisfaction with politics

James Duane describes how he is overwhelmed with his business at the moment, and airs some frustrations regarding New York's political situation:"Timidity has induced the Colony to make a most unreasonable sacrifice to the Massachusett's bay. I fear...

GLC03107.03278

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: appointment of Lord Louden to commander in chief

William writes that Lord Louden was appointed commander-in-chief in America, but it is uncertain if he will travel immediately. He also states that General Shirley is moving to Jamaica. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02967

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: warning of the character of Governor Pownal

William writes that he has enclosed a draft of a letter to Governor Pownel, and warns Robert Jr. that the Governor "is a man who would sacrifice any body to his own Interest, and cares for nobody any farther than he can make him subservient to his...

GLC03107.02985

Order for Robert Livingston, Jr. to form and command a foot militia

Colden appoints Robert, Jr. to lead a regiment of soldiers drawn from the inhabitants of Livingston Manor.

GLC03107.03005

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: meeting of supervisors

Stevenson informs Robert, Jr. of the date for the "yearly meeting of the Supervisors," and asks Robert, Jr. to send him some iron.

GLC03107.03037

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: reactions to the Stamp Act

Yates discusses the recent Stamp Act and declares: "The Stamp Act I believe appears to us as odious as to any of his Majesties American subjects but I think We are to Blame for not having Appeared in Publick for how is the World to know our Like or...

GLC03107.03049

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: permission to have the excise for the year

Stevenson writes that Mr. Lansing has granted Robert, Jr. the excise at the same price as last year. He also states that he has put up an advertisement for Robert, Jr.'s house, but has found the house to be in very poor condition.

GLC03107.03050

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade markets

Peter Robert writes of the state of trading markets in Europe, and notes that America is beginning to recover from a trading slump. He forwards some accounts, and states that his father will find them "more and more in favour of America so that we...

GLC03107.03053

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: protest against the Stamp Act

Peter Robert writes that he wishes he could confirm his father's report that the Stamp Act was repealed, but states that he has received no news in the affirmative. He notes, however, that there is now a great majority in opposition to the Act, and...

GLC03107.03055

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: anticipation for the repeal of the Stamp Act

Duane wishes he could confirm the repeal of the Stamp Act, but states "an anxious suspense still hanging over us. We have frequent accounts, but many not to be depended on, tho' pleasing, and others which seem to awaken our apprehensions rather than...

GLC03107.03064

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: congratulations on the repeal of the Stamp Act

"I congratulate you on the repeal of the most injurious, inconsistent and at the same time the most impolitick Act that perhaps ever a Kings Scoundrel invented or even thought of before- And I hope the news of it will be a means of subduing &...

GLC03107.03065

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news of American troops

Walter writes that he has heard of plans to send troops to New York under General Worcester, and notes that Coll. [George] Washington, "a good soldier and a man of sense," if to be appointed commander-in-chief of the American forces. He also asks...

GLC03107.03330