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to Robert Livingston re: health of the family

Alida wishes her grandfather and grandmother the best of health, and mentions some marriages she has just heard of. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01501

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased knitting needles from van Dam Jr.

GLC03107.01508

Account of Robert Livingston

The account records expenditures for shoes and the repair of shoes. On p.2 Smithsen acknowledges receipt of payment for the delivery of wheat and the boarding of Gilbert Livingston's daughter Alida from 1 April 1725 to 1 April 1726. Docketed on...

GLC03107.01633

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Eliesabeth Pels signed with her mark.

GLC03107.01639

Account of Robert Livingston

William Bradford's wife, Sytje Bradford, acknowledged receipt of payment for the account on her husband's behalf.

GLC03107.01646

to Robert Livingston re: remedy for swollen feet

Nicolls prescribes a remedy to help relieve Alida Livingston's swollen feet.

GLC03107.01652

to Robert Livingston re: slow trade

Joanna apoligizes for her father's poor returns on flour, and notes how slow trade the trade is. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01655

to Robert Livingston re: marriage to Stephen Bayard

Alida writes that she was recently married in Amboy, and expresses her desire to visit with her grandparents very soon.

GLC03107.01657

to Robert Livingston re: introduction for friends of Philip Livingston

Philip sent the letter with the wives of Joh. Myndertse, Barent Vroman, and Jan Baptist van Eps, three of his best customers, who desire to meet Robert and Alida Livingston.

GLC03107.01665

to Robert Livingston re: word from Samuel Vetch

Stephen writes that a letter came for his wife Alida from her father Samuel Vetch, and that he is not sure if Vetch plans to return to the colony any time soon. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01666

to Robert Livingston re: Assembly meeting

Robert Jr. expresses his happiness at hearing that his father is to travel to New York to meet with the Assembly. He also mentions some provisions he has aquired to aid his father's health, and sends his gratitude to his mother for a cow.

GLC03107.01682

Memorandum [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01684

to Robert Livingston re: marriage of Mrs. Scot

Philip writes that he hopes to prevent the marriage of Mrs. Scot to Christopher Canada, "one of the vilest fellows." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01698

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sewing materials from Kursted.

GLC03107.01715

Account [in German]

GLC03107.01728

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sugar, flannel, and knitting needles. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01730

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: distress over the marriage of his daughter

John states that both he and his wife are much distressed over the marriage of their daughter Cate to her cousin Abraham De Peyster, and their subsequent departure for St. John's. He writes that he never approved of the union, but was still unable...

GLC03107.03591

to Johnston Livingston re: an account of family affairs

Written by Johnston Livingston's sister Matilda (Livingston) Rogers, who often signed her letters "Til." She writes that their uncle has made a bet with a Mr. Wilson that he can not run/walk 10 miles in one hour, and explains how Mr. Wilson is...

GLC03107.04064

to Johnston Livingston re: Johnston's failure to correspond

Apparently written by a sister of Johnston Livingston. She chides Johnston for failing to correspond with either his sister or his parents, who have gone to great ends to provide for him while he is away at college. She also notes that his last...

GLC03107.04065

to Johnston Livingston re: their mother's illness

Matilda informs Johnston of their mother's prolonged illness, gives an account of the affairs of family friends, and also notes that the family has just had a most beneficial visit from a dentist from Catskill. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04066

to Johnston Livingston re: developing Johnston's writing ability

Matilda remarks on an improvement of Johnston's writing, and asks for his opinion regarding the romantic inclinations of his sister "[T]il." She explains how she is anxiously awaiting winter's end, and also relates some gossip concerning the Van...

GLC03107.04067

to Johnston Livingston re: advice to write to a "beloved friend"

Apparently written by a cousin of Johnston Livingston. She asks Johnston to send her love to her cousin Til [Matilda], and also advises him to send a note to his "beloved friend" S.A.

GLC03107.04068

to Johnston Livingston re: safe arrival in New York

Matilda informs Johnston of her safe arrival in New York, where she has happily met with their extended family.

GLC03107.04069

to Johnston Livingston re: advice for a student

Matilda praises Johnston for his previous letter and informs him that their mother recently purchased some necessary clothing for him. For the remainder of the letter, she offers Johnston advice for a successful term of study, and also wonders if...

GLC03107.04070

to Johnston Livingston re: a precocious letter

Matilda scolds Johnston for obvious contradictions in a recent letter, and also exposes his attempt to conceal a letter he wrote to his "Lady Love."

GLC03107.04071

to Johnston Livingston re: life in the country

Apparently written by a sister of Johnston Livingston. She reprimands Johnston for his neglect to write, and notes that the family is anxious since they heard he is failing. She mentions that their sister Sarah sprained her ankle, and relates her...

GLC03107.04072

to Johnston Livingston re: news from home

Johnston's younger sister Estelle informs him that she and her sister Mary study very hard, and also describes how his boat and pony are at home. Followed by a note from Johnston's mother, who states that Cambridge is quite ill, and also tells...

GLC03107.04073

to Johnston Livingston re: anxiously awaiting Johnston's return home

Matilda writes that she has resigned herself to stay in the rural country for the winter, and anxiously awaits Johnston's return. She states that she is anxious to see how he has improved since he went to college, and promises to entertain him while...

GLC03107.04074

to Johnston Livingston re: news of friends and family

Written by Johnston's youngest sister. Mary informs Johnston that a young man who used to live with them was recently killed while working on a ship, and that their Aunt Maria just sold her house. She also describes a trip to New York where she saw...

GLC03107.04080

to Johnston Livingston re: news since Johnston's return to college

Matilda writes the letter as Johnston has just returned to college after a holiday at home, and sends news of friends and family. She describes a trip to Oak Hill and the Manor, and the news shared by friends and family.

GLC03107.04084

to Johnston Livingston re: trouble caused by the cold weather

Matilda writes that the severe cold of the winter has had ill-effects on everyone's health, and presently hinders her ability to write. She also describes a new attitude of disaffection for society life, and tells Johnston of a recent visit to the...

GLC03107.04085

to Johnston Livingston re: news of the family

Matilda writes that she is extremely busy taking care of their sick mother, and also notes that a relative "Clermont" will soon be attending Union College.

GLC03107.04086

to Johnston Livingston re: cleaning and repairing the house

Apparently written by a sister of Johnston Livingston. She explains that she has been busy cleaning and repairing the house, which has kept her from writing a proper letter. She also writes about her desire to travel out of the country, and also...

GLC03107.04088

to Johnston Livingston re: preparations for her wedding

Matilda apologizes for neglecting to write for so long, but explains that she is preparing for her wedding in August, in which she expects Johnston to play an active role.

GLC03107.04089

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: love from the family

John informs his brother that their family is well, and that their mother wishes to hear from Robert, Jr. Followed by ANS by Catrina (Van Brugh) Livingston, in Dutch.

GLC03107.03710

Receipt from the Widow Bies of rent due Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Followed by another receipt of rent from Widow Bise, signed by Isaac B. Williams, 1 March 1811. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03919

to John Van Dusen re: payment to be made to Susannah Smith

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03990

to John Van Dusen re: payment to be made to Susannah Smith

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03996

Receipt of fowls from the Widow Bise

GLC03107.04047

Indenture made with Arent J. Schuyler, John Schuyler, and Philip A. Schuyler

The indenture agrees upon a means to conclude the unsettled obligations of the late Gertrude (Van Rensselaer Schuyler) Livingston among her husband, Robert, Jr., and her three children from her first marriage. Signed by all 4 parties of the...

GLC03107.03622

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: conflict with Nicholas Stickel

Sara Kealor asks Robert, Jr. to relieve her and her husband of the harrassment they have endured from Nicholas Stickel. According to Kealor, Stickel has thrown things out of her house, prevented her from driving her cattle into the field, and has...

GLC03107.03645

Lease of a farm from Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03681

[Cabinet card portrait of Frances F. Cleveland]

Cabinet card. Stamped and copyrighted by C. M. Bell, 463-465 Penna. Ave, 701 Fifteenth St., Washington, D.C.

GLC08610

to Mrs. Hausch [?] re: answering a letter

Written on Navy Department stationery.
[Civil War generals from border states]
One bust engraving of Schley incldued as collateral.

GLC02456.25

to Robert Carter

Dr. Jones informs Carter that his friend, Mrs. Taylor, has died. Attending her death has prevented him from preparing medicine for their chronic patients.

GLC02450.09

[Marriage Certificate of Dr. David Norwood and Elizabeth Tarbell]

Also signed by Stephen Needham, who notes that the marriage was recorded in the Danvers town records. Parsons, a Justice of the Peace for Essex County, Massachusetts, solemnized the union.

GLC02450.15

to D. F. Thompson re: about child's poetry

GLC02453.06

to an unknown recipient re: publication of a poem "My Daughter"

GLC02453.16

Signed cover of his book of poems, inscribed to his sister Emily T. Goodwin

Timrod, the "laureate of the Confederacy." Undated. Date assigned without authority.

GLC02453.35

to Henry Knox

Mrs. Bayard asks Knox for dinner and tea.

GLC02437.06586

to Robert Livingston re: Thomas Pelsfooed, a young Scotsman in New York

Livingston's nephew James writes inquiring about a friend of his, Thomas Pelsfooed, who had traveled to New York the previous year. As Pelsfooed is a friend, James requests that his uncle enquire about his whereabouts and employ him if possible....

GLC03107.00606

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Livingston owed Cuyler 11 shillings 3 pence for three items, including one involving his daughter Margaret.

GLC03107.00610

to Robert Livingston re: news of their children and Samuel Vetch

Winthrop sends news of John and Mary Livingston's [having wed in April 1701] arrival to New London with Samuel Vetch on the 7th of June, on their way to their trading mission in Canada. Winthrop states "[I] hope you did well understand [their plan]...

GLC03107.00619

to Robert Livingston re: news of the marriage of Sarrah Graham

Campbell writes of his return journey from Boston to New York, and requests that his friend "would order som Creditt for Ms Sarrah Graham to buy wedding clothes for she is to be married in 14 days." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00622

to Robert Livingston re: recommendations for his next actions

Weemes informs Livingston that he has done him the favor of visiting Livingston's wife in order to discuss some previously specified matters. He then requests that Livingston assist him in petitioning for a few months off of work. Docketed.

GLC03107.00631

to Robert Livingston re: request for his wife to be looked after during his trip

Vetch sends his regards to his father-in law, explaining that his venture should only last 2 months, and entreats Livingston to look after Margaret who is "too much given to MeLanckoly." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00636

to Robert Livingston re: news of John's business venture

John writes home to send his wishes of health to all, especially his mother who had just recovered from a fever, and then begins to list his creditors, including Duncan Campbell and Messrs. Long and Van Sweten. He requests that his father send him a...

GLC03107.00645

Account of Samuel Vetch

Livingston's account with Vetch, beginning 7 March 1702, amounted to £820 due to Robert Livingston. All forms of transactions are tabulated, from purchases of "limons" and "muslin" to the giving of pocket money to Mrs. Margaret Vetch.

GLC03107.00673

Confirmation of Livingston's Will

Robert Livingston, seeing as he his to return to England, confirms his last will and testament, adding some addenda. Livingston appends his will so as to provide for his son Gilbert, and daughters Jo[h]anna and Margaret.

GLC03107.00695

to Robert Livingston re: Mrs. Schuyler's slave, Livingston's cattle

Allyn writes to explain that he is unable to ascertain the location of Mrs. Schuyler's slave, and to account for the losses of some of Livingston's livestock. Docketed on address leaf. NS by Allyn on address leaf.

GLC03107.00211

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00212

"Evidence" [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00226

Document assigning Power of Attorney to Alida Schuyler Livingston

Legal document assigning all Powers of Attorney to Alida Livingston in Robert Livingston's stead while he travels to England. At the bottom of page 3 is a second instance of this granting of the Power of Attorney to Alida Livingston on 30 April 1703...

GLC03107.00238

"Memorandum of what I am to do before I go off [to England]"

Livingston, prior to his voyage to England, has deliniated all the actions he would like to see completed before his journey. These actions include "write to Col. Hamilton for the bills of £30- & for letter of Recommendation," "to ship the fish &...

GLC03107.00254

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00256

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed.

GLC03107.00533

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Letter to Livingston from his daughter.

GLC03107.00538

to Robert Livingston re: news from political scene at New York

Graham begins with consolation regarding the passing of Livingston's daughter. He continues by discussing a failed attempt by Gov. Fletcher to gain a commission for a Mr. Weaver, and yet mentions "My Lords interest continues very great at home."...

GLC03107.00542

to Robert Livingston re: prohibition from exportation of horses to Canada

Nanfan sends his condolences on the loss of Livingston's daughter, and requests news on the failed Commission of Mr. Weaver and the possibility of receiving pay from England. He also forwards an order stating the sending of horses from New York to...

GLC03107.00543

to Robert Livingston re: news of Livingston's son Robert

William writes in order to forward news of the good health of young Robert Livingston. William describes a fire which destroyed the homes of 200 Edinburgh families two months previous, as well as Robert's progress in school ("he is threw the 5...

GLC03107.00560

to Robert Livingston re: John Livingston's potential marriage to Mary Winthrop

The letter concerns the pending engagement of Livingston's son John to Mary Winthrop. Campbell speaks highly of the Winthrop family and strongly approves of the engagement, and urges Livingston to do the same. Docketed.

GLC03107.00585

to Robert Livingston re: the death of Stephen van Cortlandt

Graham sends his condolences on the death of Stephen Van Cortlandt. He also discusses Livingston's suspension from being Collector of the Excise, which he considers to be "a paradox" when viewed with the same eye as reading of Bellomont's "Esteem"...

GLC03107.00586

to Robert & Alida Livingston re: request for parental blessing upon wedding

John writes this letter from New London requesting "yours and mothers Blesing and Consent" upon his marriage with Mary Winthrop, as the couple has already received the blessings of Governor and Mrs. Winthrop, and claims that if his parents were to be...

GLC03107.00587

to Robert Livingston re: advising Margaret about Samuel Vetch's character

Jannet Miller writes to her uncle in an effort to dissuade him from granting his blessing on his daughter Margaret marrying Samuel Vetch. Miller writes that Vetch is hated by "al his country and that for his evil deads." She then tells of young...

GLC03107.00588

to Robert Livingston re: the marriage of their children

Winthrop apologizes for his previous lack of written salutations, and begins with expressing his surprise at understanding that John Livingston was interested in the hand of Mary Winthrop, believing that Livingston had visited him on his return home...

GLC03107.00591

to Robert Livingston re: family news from Scotland

Barbara writes of life in Scotland, following the death of their brother James. She also writes of the health of young Robert Livingston ("he has only a co[l]d which I hope shall be quickly over") and his enrollment at the Latin School in the town...

GLC03107.00600

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00394

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00395

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00396

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00397

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00398

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00401

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00402

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00403

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00404

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00405

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00406

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00407

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00408

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00409

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00410

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00411

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00412

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Letter concerns provisions, as indicated on docket.

GLC03107.00413

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Letter concerns provisions, as indicated on docket. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00414

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00415

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00417

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00419

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00420

to Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00421