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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: health of his crops

Walter writes that an unexpected snow fall has made the wheat fields look unhealthy, and states that he is presently sowing flax, which should result in about 10 bushels. He also notes that due to a lack of horses and oxen he will not be able to put...

GLC03107.03194

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: repairs made on their sloop

Robert Cambridge describes the repairs he has made on their sloop, and discusses the current market for wheat. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03197

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Society for the protection of dissenting religions

Peter Robert informs his father that "We have a Society Established here of Members from the Different Dissenting Congregations in the City . . . in order to inform the Different Congregations in the Province of every thing that is carryed on here in...

GLC03107.03207

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading

Robert Cambridge states that their Sloop is scheduled to depart shortly, and he has therefore enclosed his father's bond. He discusses some other trading offers and the market value of goods.

GLC03107.03208

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: marriage to Robert, Jr.' s daughter, Alida

Valentine Gardner informs Robert, Jr. that he has just wed Alida Livingston, and begs forgiveness for having rushed into it without Robert, Jr.'s consent. He assures Robert, Jr. that he will be a most faithful husband and will make Robert, Jr.'s...

GLC03107.03217

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulties settling land dispute

Peter Robert gives an account of some proceedings to decide the boudaries of the Manor, and regrets that he believes Mr. Renselaer will do everything he can to destroy their case. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03224

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: trading losses

Robert Cambridge describes some serious trade losses, and states that he will stick to trading dry goods from now on. He also advises his father on purchasing a land patent, and discusses the value of wheat at the moment.

GLC03107.03230

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news from the iron works

Docketed on address leaf. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03244

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sister Catharine's husband, Mr. John Patterson

James Duane writes that his sister-in-law Catharine and her husband John Patterson are glad that Robert, Jr. has permitted them to visit him. He explains that Patterson has hope of financial recovery, and "he is by no means destitute." Duane also...

GLC03107.03249

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: small pox

Walter writes that small pox has now reached Brunswick, and that he has innoculated almost his entire family.

GLC03107.03252

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: request for a weaver

Patrick McArthur explains that he and the other men in his neighborhood have been in great need of a weaver, and ask that Robert, Jr. send them Hendric Francisco to fill this position, and to also give him a plot of land and a garden. Docketed on...

GLC03107.03256

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for more credit

Stevenson explains that he has been slow in repaying his debts due to hard times and the scarcity of money. However, he notes that he is hopeful that the particularly fine quality of the crops at the moment will change his situation, and he...

GLC03107.03258

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of leather

Spencer writes that he has shipped Robert, Jr. sole leather and upper leather. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03267

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: selling a farm

Alida discusses a business arrangement to sell a farm with her husband Valentine Gardiner, and also asks her father to correspond more frequently. Part of the letter is illegible due to damage. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03280

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business and trade

Robert Cambridge informs his father of the interest collected on his bonds, and notes that there has been a drop in the value of flour. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03284

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business with Mr. Bleycher

GLC03107.03287

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: tiring of his profession as an attorney

James Duane states "I find my Constitution will not bear what it once suferd me to go through with Cherfulness and spirits and I begin to wish I was able to leave of the Attorney's business and to practice as Counsel-."

GLC03107.03295

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: nails and shot

GLC03107.03297

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: men to chop wood on the Manor

John Van Buren asks Robert, Jr. if he would like George Cantlin, a somewhat careless and irresponsible worker, to chop wood on the Manor in the winter. He also states that there are 3 additional men interested in the position, but they seem of such...

GLC03107.03300

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03309