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1713/06/22

Knight, Sarah, fl. 1713-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: the marriage of their children

Sarah Knight writes to discuss the possibility of the marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth Knight, to John Livingston.

GLC03107.01012

1713/06/22

Livingston, Johanna, fl. 1711-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: news from England

Jo[h]anna writes that a ship recently arrived from England with news of peace and that Coll Nicholson is coming to establish a government in Annapolis, in which Samuel Vetch will have his own company. She also mentions the engagement of her brother John, and describes Elizabeth Knight as a woman with a very "stone" [strong] character.

GLC03107.01013

1713/06/29

Livingston, Johanna, fl. 1711-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna asks for money to buy clothing, and urges her parents to prevent the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She also mentions that John and their sister Margaret Vetch are at odds, as Margaret does not approve of the match. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01014

1713/06/29

Vetch, Margaret, 1681-1758

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Margaret writes to express her strong disdain for the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She believes that it is too soon for John to remarry, and suspects that Elizabeth began planning the marriage before Mary passed away. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01015

1713/06

Coeyeman, Andris, fl. 1713

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Account for the grinding of wheat and other grains.

GLC03107.01016

1713/07/01

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

John expresses concern as to why he has not received a letter from his parents, and wonder if he has displeased them in any way. He also states that he is resolved to marry, but would be grateful if they would send their consent. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01017

1713/07/06

Livingston, Johanna, fl. 1711-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: longing for home

Jo[h]anna writes of her plan to return home as soon as Margaret Vetch arrives in Boston, and expresses her deep longing to be with her mother.

GLC03107.01018

1713/07/09

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight

John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and character. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01019

1713/07/13

Minor, John, fl. 1713

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: offer to attend to Livingston's business

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01020

1713/07/13

Collins, John, fl. 1711-1721

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: friendly regards to the family

Collins refers to Livingston as his brother, and writes of his and his wife's desire to see the family.

GLC03107.01021

1713/07/13

Livingston, Johanna, fl. 1711-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: money for clothes, the marriage of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna expresses distress at her father's neglect to write, and desires an answer regarding John's marriage, and money she needs for clothing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01022

1713/07/27

Wessels, Dirck, fl. 1713-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01023

1713/07/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: inquiry regarding Moses Winthworth

John explains how he received a request from a Mr. Winthworth, whose son Moses is currently stationed on a man or warr, to have his son returned to him. John therefore asks that his father speak to Capt. Van Brugg on his behalf in order to assist Mr. Winthworth with his request.

GLC03107.01024

1713/07/16

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: assured virtue of Elizabeth Knight

John questions his parents' hesitation regarding his desire to marry Elizabeth Knight, and again invites them to make an inquiry into her background. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01025

1713/07/18

Jamison, David, fl. 1619-1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: conterfeit money

Jamison states that he has some letters for Livingston that he will send by the next post in August. He also notes that their bills of credit have been counterfeited, and the perpetrator is thought to be a jeweler from Boston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01026

1713/07/26

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Uncle Robert Livingston re: death of Coll. Schuyler's wife

The letter comes from Robert Livingston's nephew, Robert Junior, who asks that Robert and Alida Livingston attend the funeral of Coll. Schuyler's wife. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01027

1713/07/27

Livingston, Gilbert, 1718-1789

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: traveling

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01028

1713/08/29

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript document

Title: Trial for destruction of property

Accuses Dirck Wesells ten Brook and Anthony van Shaik of the destruction of property and orders the case brought before Robert Livingston, Justice of the Peace.

GLC03107.01030