1739/11/23

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns

Philip writes that he wishes to have some animal skins shipped, and despairs that a trading vessel may be lost. He also states that he is afraid that war with Spain is unavoidable.

GLC03107.02589

1740/05/16

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: war with Spain

Philip writes that the English are fairing poorly in their confrontation with Spain. He notes that Robert's cousin Johnie is interested in putting together a company of men so that he can get a Captain's commission, which may give him the opportunity to travel to Cuba. The remainderof the letter is concerned with trade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02595

1740/06/20

Storke, Sam, fl. 1739

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade [fragment]

The first part of the letter is missing. Storke mentions how trade has become complicated due to embargoes, and discusses present trading accounts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02597

1740/07/31

Storke, Sam, fl. 1739

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. & Henry Cuyler re: trading accounts

The letter is preceeded by a copy of a former letter dated 31 July 1740, in which Storke enclosed the account of sales from the Ship Oswego. He also mentions that the war has made the seas quite dangerous, and privateers have taken many vessels already. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02599

1740/09/05

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: death in the family

Philip sends his condolences for the death of Robert, Jr.'s cousin Johnie; and devotes most of the letter to describing trading plans and instructions. He also notes that a French war seem inevitable, and encourages Robert, Jr. and his brother Philip to assist him in erecting an iron works, which will give them some financial security during troubling times.

GLC03107.02602

1740/12

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of war with the French, trade on the Oswego

Philip believes it will not be long until they are at war with the French, at which time he will retreat from the troublesome town of Albany. He discusses in length the trading ventures of the ship Oswego, forecasts high prices for bread and flour in Europe and the West Indies, and shares some family news as well.

GLC03107.02607

1741/04/19

Charles Mayne & Co., fl. 1741

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: market prices of wheat and flour

Preceded by a copy of a letter from 19 April 1741, in which Charles Mayne & Co. ask Robert, Jr. not to purchase any wheat on their account, but to buy flour instead. In the letter from 28 May 1741, they write that they have heard of the prohibition put of Robert, Jr.'s trade, and also give the prices of wheat and flour at various locations in Europe and the colonies. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02617

1741/05/20

Leyborne, Rossey, & Rockiliff, fl. 1740

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prohibition on exportation of provisions

Leyborne, Rossley, and Rockiliff state that they have just been informed of a new law that prohibits the exportation of wheat, flour, and biscuit to the Kingdom of Portugal. They request, however, that they not be forced to pay a penalty due to the new restriction. Followed by a note from Morton Rockiliff discussing a trading payment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02620

1751/10/02

Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790

Manuscript document

Title: Memorandum of sundries purchased from Peter Schuyler

P.2 is an account of soldiers kept by the French King from Montreal.

GLC03107.02818

1745/02/06

Seymour, Thomas, fl. 1744-1756

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and privateers

GLC03107.02708

1745/02/07

Seymour, Thomas, fl. 1744-1756

Letter signed

Title: to the owners of the Sloops Clinton & Mary Ann re: attacks at sea

Seymour and Tucker write that they have met with no success while at sea with the Sloops Clinton and Mary Ann, and the ships have been severely damaged due to attacks made by Spanish sailors.

GLC03107.02709

1745/04/10

Seymour, Thomas, fl. 1744-1756

Letter signed

Title: to the owners of the Sloops Clinton & Mary Ann re: capture of a Spanish sloop

Tucker and Seymour write that they have captured a Spanish sloop with 4000 dollars on board. They explain that they plan to travel to the Bay of Mexico next, where they believe they will find their fortune. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02711

1747/03/14

Stewart, V. William, fl. 1747

Manuscript document signed

Title: "The Privateers, Clinton of New York Tho. Beavans Commdr. & the Defyance . . .

. . . of Rhode Island John Sweet Comdr."

GLC03107.02732

1747/10/20

Storke & Champion, fl. 1748

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading news

Marked as a copy. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02739

1748/08/20

Dominik Joyce & Co., fl. 1741-1748

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Dominik Joyce & Co. write that there is news of a peace between England, France, and Holland; and also forward the selling prices of goods. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02745

1749/10/04

Anderson, John, fl. 1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for farm servents

Anderson writes that he is aware of a vessel expected from Holland with servants, and asks Robert, Jr. to procure one for him that is knowledgable of farming.

GLC03107.02770

1709/11

Lieutenant Governor of New York

Manuscript document

Title: Address to Queen Anne of England [rough draft]

The Lieutenant Governor, Council, and General Assembly of New York address the Queen to acquaint her with the preparations they have made for the expedition to reduce Canada; and also to inform her of any necessary repairs and assistance. They state that the construction of ships, forts, and store houses began immediately and with great success. However, they also note that New York is dangerously low on funds and resources due to their great expenditures on securing the frontier and victualling people. They therefore ask that the Queen recognize the efforts they have made and provide…

GLC03107.02393

1709/05/27

Douglas, Henry, fl. 1709

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: decision to join the expedition to Canada

Douglas writes that he sold some shroud to Philip's father and sister, and he suggests that Philip sell their blankets and duffel to the Commissioners in charge of the upcoming expedition to Canada. He also notifies Philip of his decision to accompany Samuel Vetch on the expedition, and orders all of his goods and property to be remitted to his brother James Douglas if he dies. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02397

1737/02/07

Hodsron, Teodorus, fl. 1737

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston Jr. re: shipping and trading in the colonies

Hods[r]on gives Livingston some news regarding shipping and trading, and the value of furs and provisions in different colonies.

GLC03107.02532

1737/03/26

Hodsron, Teodorus, fl. 1737

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston Jr. re: ruined cargo

Hods[r]on writes of some trading cargo that was ruined, and the losses incurred by the incident. He also notes that trading vessels have been met with hostility around Spain, and also forwards some general news of the price of provisions in different colonies. Marked as a copy.

GLC03107.02533

1711/04/06

Clarke, George, fl. 1711-1740

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: arrival of Palatins

Clarke informs Livingston of the arrivall of several Palatins, and discusses the need to find a way to settle all of them. He provides an update on the supply of tools and provisions, mentions a land dispute that he is engaged in, and begs that Livingston send him a requested account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00866

1711/04/24

Beekman, Joanna, fl. 1711

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: concerns regarding French and Indians

Joanna expresses concern regarding the presence of French spies among the Indians, and accounts for goods that her husband ordered her to send to Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00876

1711/07/30

Manuscript document

Title: Account of the squadron gone to Canada

Account of ships sent to Canada from Boston that lists the types of vessels, the ships' names, the captains's names, and the number of men and guns on board.

GLC03107.00886

1711/08/23

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript document

Title: "An account of the men & Transports which were lost and Castaway in . . .

. . . Canada River the 23 day of August 1711 in a Violent Storm."

GLC03107.00888

1712/05/27

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: attacked by Indians

John describes an attack made by Indians, and then asks his father to speak to Govr. Hunter regarding a financial matter with Capt. [Wimes].

GLC03107.00909