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to Philip Livingston re: impatience of the jury

Robert writes that the jury on board the sloop are growing impatient, and he must offer them what accomodation he can. He also requests Philip's attendance at "the view" later that week. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02481

Account of Gilbert Adams

P.2 contains a signed statement by Gilbert Adams in which he agrees to pay the outstanding sum to Benajuh Loomis. This is followed by a signed statement by Benajuh Loomis, 5 May 1744, in which he acknowledges receipt of the sum from Gilbert Adams....

GLC03107.02482

Extension of Epharim Brown's lease with Philip Livingston

The document outlines the conditions of the extended lease. Signed by both Livingston and Brown.

GLC03107.02483

Account of Wynant Weber's debt to Philip Livingston

GLC03107.02484

Invoice of rum shipped to Philip Livingston in New York

GLC03107.02485

Agreement with Gerrit Viele to be the black and copper smith

In the document, D.Witt states the he spoke to Gerrit Viele on behalf of Philip Livingston, and Viele has agreed to be the black and copper smith at the Anchoram Iron Works. The document then outlines the terms of Viele's employment.

GLC03107.02486

to Philip Livingston re: sale and purchase of wheat

D.Witt informs Philip of various business matters on the Manor. He warns Philip that a certain Mr. Hoffman sells his wheat most dishonestly, and strives only to make things difficult for them. D.Witt also notes that the dam at So[d]us is nearly...

GLC03107.02487

Agreement with Ebenezer Loomis to coal wood

Ebenezer Loomis agrees to coal 2000 corels wood for Philip Livingston at the Ancram Iron Works, in return for a salary from Livingston.

GLC03107.02488

Lease of land to Salomon Schutte

The document outlines the terms of Philip Livingston's lease of a tract of land on the Manor of Salomon Schutte. According to the lease, Schutte is expected to maintain and develop the land in a specified manner, use the Livingston's mill, sell his...

GLC03107.02489

Lease of land to Hendrick Stiever

Both Livingston and Hendrick Stiever signed the lease.

GLC03107.02490

Lease of land to Francis Sale

The document outlines the terms and conditions of Livingston's lease to Francis Sale. Both Livingston and Sale signed the lease.

GLC03107.02491

Wittnesses to Philip Livingston's last will and testament

Banyar declares that Cornelius Clopper, John Richard, and John Clopper appeared before him and swore that they saw Philip Livingston sign his will while he was still alive and of sound mind. They therefore declare that the will dated the 1 July 1748...

GLC03107.02492

Last will and testament of Philip Livingston

Philip Livingston bequeathed unto his oldest son Robert Junior all lands, tenements, and mills on the Manor, a house in Albany, and his enslaved people and livestock. He notes, however, that if he should die between February and September, Robert is...

GLC03107.02493

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: French studies at New Rochelle

Philip reminds his son Robert who is studying at New Rochelle, to "mind" his learning, particularly his French, and not to spend his time idle. He forwards his regards to Mr. Marchees, with whom Robert is staying.

GLC03107.02494

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02495

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: advice for Robert's studies

Philip reminds Robert to mind his studies now, or he will grow to regret it when it is too late to learn. He asks if Philip would like to return to New Rochelle next winter, and if he gets along with his Master and Mistress. Philip also reminds...

GLC03107.02496

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: advice to remain at New Rochelle

Philip admonishes Robert for not writing to his father in his spare time, and states that he would like Robert to master the French language by the end of the year. He therefore advises Robert to remain in New Rochelle and "keep close to [his] book...

GLC03107.02497

Invoice of goods shipped to Robert Livingston Jr. in New York

The goods were shipped from Curacao on the Sloop Royl Ranger, under the command of Elias Young, and consigned to Robert Livingston Junior. On p.2 Robt. and Peter Livingston & Comp. sign for receipt of the full contents. Written in Curacao

GLC03107.02498

Account of Robert Livingston Jr.

Robert purchased flour from Stevenson.

GLC03107.02499

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: shipping flour

Bayard writes that he has purchased the desired flour, and will ship it this day. He also requests that Robert pay Philip Livingston some money on his behalf. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02500

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: financial matter with Schermerhoren

Thong writes that Schermerhoren is with him, but in poor circumstances, and requests that Robert send down a bond with its principle and interest as soon as possible. He notes that he has taken care of most of his debt, but was forced to take a...

GLC03107.02501

to [Philip Livingston] re: unsuccessful fishing

Henry writes that the boys have been unsuccessful at fishing, and notes that he is getting ready to deliver 200 barrels of flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02502

Invoice of sundry goods shipped to Robert Livingston Junior of New York

Robert purchased silver and a box of china.

GLC03107.02503

Account of Marte van Bergen

The account records debts and credits from March 1733 to February 1737.

GLC03107.02504

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: difficulty collecting the excise

Stevensen writes that he is having a great deal of trouble collecting the excise in Albany, and discusses some other financial matters. He also mentions that his wife gave birth to a son, who has contracted sprue, which has left them both extremely...

GLC03107.02505

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: inquiry for a servant

Mary asks her husband Robert to inquire about a girl living with Anne Livingston, who may be helpful for them to have at home. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02506

Account of Henry Cuyler

Cuyler purchased a large variety of goods from Livingston, including molasses, shott, linen, calico, and tea.

GLC03107.02507

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: invoice for flour and bread

Van Veghten asks Robert to send him an invoice of the flour and bread shipped by Jacob Visher.

GLC03107.02508

to Robert Livingston Jr. re: account of Edward Goold

[Quilling] gives an account of what he purchased from Goold.

GLC03107.02509

Account of Robert Livingston Junior

Livingston purchased wigs from Jones.

GLC03107.02510

Invoice of goods shipped to Robert Livingston, Jr. in New York

GLC03107.02511

Invoice of goods shipped to Robert Livingston, Jr. in New York

GLC03107.02512

Invoice of goods shipped to Robert Livingston, Jr. in New York

GLC03107.02513

Answer to Cornell Coursey's proposition

The Sinnondowannes & Cayugas extend their gratitude to the Governor General and to the English for their willingness to forgive the past. They also offer beaver furs in order to resolve past conflicts.

GLC03107.01878

to Robert Livingston re: instructions for collecting the excise

Governor Andros thanks Livingston for his letter regarding relations between Indians and settlers. He also gives Livingston instructions on how to collect the excise revenues. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01879

Proposition for Indian policy [in Dutch]

Contains two separate proposals. Robert Livingston signed as the translator of both proposals.

GLC03107.01880

Proposition made to the Mohawks

William Kendall, the Agent of Indian Affairs in Virginia, writes to set the terms of the colony's relationship with the Mohawks. In order to maintain peace and friendship, Kendall writes that all Indians are required to stand still and lay down...

GLC03107.01881

Answer to Coll. William Kendall's proposition

In their answer, the Mohawks find Coll. Kendall's terms of peace to be agreeable, and consent to lay down their arms before Christians as a sign of friendship. Signed and verified as a true copy by Robert Livingston Secr., who translated, compared...

GLC03107.01882

Answer to Coll. William Kendall's proposition [in Dutch]

Contains the signature of Robert Livingston Secr.

GLC03107.01883

"Answer upon a certain message sent to him by the Onnondages Sachims . . .

. . . with one of the Sakamakers call Othonoones." Kendall states that he knows nothing of an alleged covenant made in private between the Onondagas and Coll. Coursey. He also scolds the Onondagas for postponing a meeting due to smallpox, as he...

GLC03107.01884

"Message from the Sachems of Onnondage to Col: Wm. Kendall . . .

. . . agent of Virginia sent by one of there Sachems calld Othonoonis accompanyed with his sonne and another Indian." Othonoonis explains that agreements made with Coll. Coursey indicated that colonial agents would visit Onondaga territory, rather...

GLC03107.01885

"The Gov[erno]r Gen[era]ll Message to the Onneydes" [in Dutch and English]

The document announces the Governor's arrival in Albany with the Oneida squaw, and asks if the Oneidas plan to join them.

GLC03107.01886

Message from the Sachems of Onondagas to Col: Wm: Kendall [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01887

Answer to the Onondagas message [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01888

"An Accompt of Presents given to the Onneydes Sachims upon the Country . . .

. . . of Virginia Acct. at the delivery of the 6 Prison[ers]." Account of the quantity of tobacco, rum, bread, meat, and other provisions given to the Oneidas for the delivery of prisoners.

GLC03107.01889

"Accompt of Charges Expended upon the Christian Prisoners to witt . . .

. . . 2 woomen & 4 children wh. came from Oneyde, being taken from Virginia." Account of the services rendered by different individuals and the sums that they were paid.

GLC03107.01890

Proposition to the Oneidas

Kendall states that he is writing to discuss recent incidents of Oneida Indians destroying and plundering colonial settlements, and abducting some women and children. He explains that he is willing to forgive these actions as long as the Oneida...

GLC03107.01891

Proposition to the Oneidas

Copy of GLC03107.01.01891.

GLC03107.01892

Proposition to the Oneidas

Proposition of Kendall and Col. Southy Littleton (who is noted to have died before the Indians came), contains the same statement as that in GLC03107.01.01891 and .01892. Followed by a proposition by Kendall to the Mohawks and westward Indians, in...

GLC03107.01893

Proposition to the Oneidas

Copy of GLC03107.01.01893.

GLC03107.01894