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to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02253

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02254

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02255

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02256

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02257

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02258

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02259

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02260

to Alida Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02261

Harper's weekly. [Vol. 9, no. 447 (July 22, 1865)]

Includes engravings of the execution of Lincoln conspirators, portraits of Lewis Payne, David Harold, J.W. Atzerodt, and Mary Surratt, and image of Surratt's home in Washington, D.C.
Highlights the consecration of the Gettysburg monument of July 4...

GLC08748.04

Columbian centinel. [No. 2399 (March 21, 1807)]

Contains "An Address to Mothers," a promotional list of federalist party nominations, a report on a treaty being negotiated with Britain concerning the non-intercourse laws, and other foreign news concerning relations with France. Also contains...

GLC08726.05

The New York times. [Vol. 14 no. 4255 (May 15, 1865)]

Includes detailed descriptions of the conspirators in the court room. The testimony of A. W. Lee (military detective), Mr. Floyd, and Robert R. Jones (clerk of Kirkwood House) are also given.
Jefferson Davis and his family are captured in Irwin...

GLC08801

New-York times. [Vol. 14, no. 4251 (May 11, 1865)]

One newspaper issue of New-York times, dated May 11, 1865. Reports Queen Victoria's condolence to Mrs. Lincoln as well as other expressions of sympathy from international heads of state on the assassination of President Lincoln. Also contains an...

GLC08835

to James Madison

Responds to a letter from Madison in which he told Gerry that Parliament had abolished the Courts of Session in Middlesex. Gerry considers the news "laughable." In a long note after his signature he comments on the popularity of a certain Mrs...

GLC01814

Agreement between John McCoy and his wife Elizabeth granting her title to land

Written in English. Signed by McClure as judge and witness, with Abram Zimwalt, Malhijah Williams, Benjamin Williams, and James H.C. Miller. McCoy granted his wife Elizabeth title and right to 72 leagues of land.

GLC01860.25

to Hannah Woodlief

Informs Hannah of his return along with her sister to Petersburg in the middle of March. Goes on to plan a convenient time for her to come with her aunt and cousins to stay with him there during "the autumnal months."

GLC01896.001

to Anne Woodlief

Arrived in Norfolk after an uncomfortable, dull and lonely trip from Petersburg, meeting "Capt Con" and his family [all in good health] to deliver a letter to "Miss Harriet", planned meeting with Anne's father in Petersburg, happiness and...

GLC01896.002

to Nancy Jeffery

Writing his wife about her inability to send letters, enclosing articles she asked for and knitting needles, good health of all friends and relations, arrival of militia and their poor health, capture of British frigate "Guerriere" by the USS...

GLC01896.003

to Dr. Richard Jeffery

Requesting Jeffery and Hannah to come up and visit him as soon as conveniently possible. Discusses the logistics of the trip including places to stay along the way and people willing to provide transportation.

GLC01896.004

to James Redpath

Sends memoranda (not included) and a brief account of Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston retreat of the 1862 Battle of Yorktown, on behalf of her ill husband, Jefferson Davis. Redpath was writing an account of the battle.

GLC01945

[Richard Graham and Catharine Graham give power of attorney to John Wickham]

Cosigned by Catherine, with a signed attestation at end by Thomas L. Mead, notary public. Outlines the powers and responsibilities being given to Wickham. Written on blue paper with corrections (possibly in Graham's hand).

GLC02146.20

Deed to plot of land sold to Robert Bruffy (cos. Mary Austin)

Notarized by Sam Woodson, clerk. Conveying deed to Robert Bruffy. Early land document for Missouri settlement.

GLC02022

[Bond signed by British officer]

Countersigned by Jonathan Cowdney and Cary Ludlow. Certifies that Prevost will pay to Anne Devisme of Paramus New Jersey, 273 pounds, 5 shilling and 6 pence. Autograph note on second page signed by Anne De Visme and dated 12 November 1792 states...

GLC01450.622.01

Attestation that the widow of a surgeon serving under William Pepperell is still alive and without a pension.

GLC01450.305

[Collection of three letters of Grace Coolidge] Decimalized

GLC01522

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: letter of introduction

Elizabeth Knight, now Elizabeth Livingston, writes to express her hope that she may contribute to the family's happiness in the coming year.

GLC03107.01036

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: the illness of Collins' wife

Collins requests that Robert and Alida Livingston come to visit his ill wife, as they are her nearest relations. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01040

to Robert Livingston re: dispute with Philip Livingston

Robert explains how a dispute with his brother Philip and his wife, with whom he was residing, has forced him to find lodging somewhere else. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01041

to Robert Livingston re: account of provisions

Borland writes to inform Livingston of the sale of his provisions and at what price they were sold. On pages 2 and 3 there is a copy of the account of Livingston's sales of flour . Below this is a statement signed by Margaret Vetch in which she...

GLC03107.01048

to Robert Livingston re: settlement of Robert Livingston's accounts

Philip writes to inform his father of what accounts he has settled, and expresses his desire to visit the Manor, as he has heard that his mother is ill. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01052

to Robert Livingston re: Samuel Vetch's grievances against Nicholson

Margaret writes to ask her father to forward the contents of her letter to Gov. Hunter, who has failed to respond to her husband's complaints and inquiries. The letter gives a full account of Samuel Vetch's grievances against the "malice" of Genrall...

GLC03107.01069

to Robert Livingston re: request that Robert speak to Gov. Hunter

Margaret reiterates her request that Robert speak to Gov. Hunter on her husband's behalf, and informs her father that she will not return home, as she is due to move into a new house.

GLC03107.01074

to Robert Livingston re: a present of books

Sarah writes to say that she has sent Robert a present of books, as she heard that he was looking for some new entertainment. She also invites Robert and Alida to correspond with her more frequently and keep her updated on the family's health.

GLC03107.01075

The Estate of Margaret Schuyler

The document states that a house on Duke Street, belonging to the estate of Margaret Schuyler, is to be sold among the children.

GLC03107.01078

to Robert Livingston re: sale of the house

Philip states that he has received a final offer for his father's house, and the sale shall be completed shortly. He also asks if he is to arrest Marisie van Rotterdam, and requests that his father send him some tobacco. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01082

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01094

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01095

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01096

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01097

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01098

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01099

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01100

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01101

to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's reputation in England

Vetch writes to say that Livingston has acquired a poor reputation in England, which does not bode well for the repayment of his money. He also notes that his wife, Margaret Vetch, has informed him that Livingston has failed to answer her letters...

GLC03107.01112

to Robert Livingston re: business and family

John writes of his business and family, and a new house he built near his mills. He also requests that his father write to his mother in law, Sarah Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01144

to Robert Livingston re: family news

Philip writes that his wife and children may pay Robert and Alida a visit, and rejoices at his sister's rejection of an ill-fitted suitor.

GLC03107.01149

to Robert Livingston re: plea for consent to marry Livingston's daughter

Beekman writes in distress and begs Livingston to allow him to fulfill his engagement to Livingston's daughter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01152

to Robert Livingston re: order for flour

Sarah expresses her hope that Robert and Alida Livingston write to her, and asks Robert to send her flour if there is a sloop bound for New London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01155

to Robert Livingston re: Henry Beekman's proposal to Jo[h]anna Livingston

Robert states that Beekman's actions did not surprise him, as the Livingston family's reception of him nearly implied consent. Robert also remarks with disbelief that his sister could feel affection for such a disfigured individual. Robert also...

GLC03107.01163

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01164

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01165

to Robert Livingston re: Salisbury's wheat [in Dutch]

Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.01166

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01167

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01168

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

AN on verso of letter.

GLC03107.01169

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01170

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on 2nd address leaf.

GLC03107.01171

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01172

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01173

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01174

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01175

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01183

to Robert Livingston re: dispelling rumors

Margaret relates her displeasure about an unfair charge her father has brought against her, and begs the opportunity to confront the individual responsible for making this statement. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01184

to Johanna Livingston re: departure for Barbados

Robert asks where Jo[h]anna plans to stay for the winter, as he is traveling to Barbados. He also asks that Jo[h]anna make him some shirts and work clothes.

GLC03107.01189

to Robert Livingston re: plans to travel to Great Britain

John states that he will travel to Great Britain with his cousin, and expresses concern over what Samuel Vetch has already accomplished there. He also asks his father to abandon his suspicions of Sarah Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01190

to Robert Livingston re: decision to travel to Great Britain

Margaret writes of news that Samuel Vetch has been superceeded in his position at Annapolis Royall. Due to Samuel's failure to write to her, she has resolved to travel to him in England. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01191

to Robert Livingston re: preparations to travel

Margaret informs her father that she plans to take her two children with her to Great Britain, and that she has sold most of her household goods in order to undertake the voyage. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01192

to Robert Livingston re: desire to purchase the excise of Albany

Philip congratulates his father on his receipt of money from the Assembly, asks him for help purchasing the excise of Albany, and asks for news of Margaret Vetch's voyage to London.

GLC03107.01194

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01196

to Robert Livingston re: decision to leave her daughter in America

Due to potential dangers of the voyage, Margaret decides to leave her daughter at home. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01197

to Robert Livingston re: suffering from gout

John describes how he has been stricken with a most painful case of gout, and that he has concocted his own medicine to ease the pain. He also apologizes for having to postpone a visit due to illness, and explains some business conducted with his...

GLC03107.01199

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

AN and docket on address leaf.

GLC03107.01201

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01202

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01203

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01204

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01205

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01206

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01207

to Robert Livingston re: son Robert Livingston of Clermont [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01208

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01209

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01210

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01211

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01212

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01213

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01214

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01215

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01216

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

AN and docket on address leaf.

GLC03107.01218

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01219

Account of Robert Livingston

Charges for such things as postage, money paid to sister Jo[h]anna Livingston, and clothing.

GLC03107.01231

Indenture between Peter Schuyler and his brother

Legal document that attests to and explains a financial indenture made between Peter Schuyler and his brother. Peter is obliged to make payments to the genreal estate of his brother. The document contains seven signatures at the bottom, including...

GLC03107.00794

Last will and testament

Names his wife, Alida, as his executor. Divides most of his land throughout New York between his sons Philip, Gilbert, Robert, and John and their descendants. Smaller portions of land are left to his daughters Margaret and Johanna and their...

GLC03107.00811

Addition to last will and testament

Leaves a tract of land called Sara[toga] to his daughters Margaret and Johanna to be divided equally between them and their families.

GLC03107.00812

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00814

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00823

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Page 3 contains the docket and a list of goods to be bought at New York written in the hand of Robert Livingston.

GLC03107.00824

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00825

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00826

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf. Date on docket is 21 July 1711.

GLC03107.00827

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00828