1766/01/11

Stevenson, John, fl. 1765-1787

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: permission to have the excise for the year

Stevenson writes that Mr. Lansing has granted Robert, Jr. the excise at the same price as last year. He also states that he has put up an advertisement for Robert, Jr.'s house, but has found the house to be in very poor condition.

GLC03107.03050

1767/01/05

Duane, James, fl. 1763-1785

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: advice on building a mill

Duane informs Robert, Jr. of the procedure of picking a jury to survey their land, and also asks Robert, Jr.'s advice on how to build a successful mill for his tenants. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03100

1767/09/21-1767/11/12

Simerman, Hendrick, fl. 1767

Manuscript document

Title: Account of masonry performed for Robert Livingston, Jr.

Docket states that the account was entered on 23 November 1767.

GLC03107.03134

1767/11/09

Walter & Robert Cambridge Livingston, fl. 1766-1768

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: a house on Dock Street

Walter and Robert Cambridge inform their father that they have found someone to build him a house on Dock Street, but they have no estimate of the cost. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03142

1780/04/21

Conchlin, John, fl. 1780

Manuscript document signed

Title: Lease with Robert Livingston, Jr. for a farm on the Manor

The document states that Robert Livingston, Jr. has agreed to lease a farm to John Conchlin for one year. In return, Conchlin is expected to pay an annual rent, to build a fence, repair a barn, pay land taxes, and perform other services for Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03393

1723/05

Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728

Manuscript document

Title: "Joyner's Tools"

GLC03107.01510

1723/06/10

Burnet, William, 1688-1729

Manuscript document signed

Title: Permission for Robert Livingston to use a bill from William Burnet

Burnet authorizes Livingston to use a bill that was originally intended for the use of the Palatins, as he will use it to build a church that will benefit all. Written in Fort George neighborhood of New York, New York

GLC03107.01512

1723/06/10

Burnet, William, 1688-1729

Manuscript document signed

Title: Permission for Robert Livingston to use a bill from William Burnet

Another draft of GLC03107.01.01512. Written in Fort George neighborhood of New York, New York

GLC03107.01513

1723/06

Loodsteed, Jurian, fl. 1723

Autograph document signed

Title: Receipt of bill from William Burnet

Loodsteed acknowledges receipt of a bill from William Burnet on behalf of Robert Livingston. Signed in text.

GLC03107.01515

1723/10/14

Livingston, Robert, 1688-1775

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: repairs for the county jail

Robert writes that he has informed the judge and Attorney General that his father is not responsible for damage to the county jail, and is in fact interested in helping with the repairs.

GLC03107.01533

1723/01/28

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: fortifications for Albany

Philip writes that he expects the Assembly to vote on fortifying Albany, and expresses his opinion that stone is their best option. He asks his father to write back with his views on the matter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01547

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

1753/08/23

Loomis, Ebenezer, fl. 1753

Manuscript document signed

Title: Testimony regarding the Livingston's rights to Taghkanic and the Manor

In the trial of Robert and Johannis Van Deusen v. Josiah Loomis, Ebenezer Loomis states that he remembers that the late Philip Livingston allowed his brother Josiah Loomis to build a house and farm upon the land called Taghkanic. He also notes that about a year ago, Robert Livingston, Jr. ordered Josiah Loomis off of the farm at Taghkanic.

GLC03107.02866

1741/07/11

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans for the new iron works

Philip discusses plans to visit the Manor to check on the progression of the iron works, and requests that Robert, Jr. ship some goods. Followed by another letter, dated 13 July 1741, in which Philip gives urgent orders to mill flour and bake bread for market, and also discusses the construction of a hearth and furnace for the iron works.

GLC03107.02623

1741/07/20

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: hopes for a profitable iron works

Philip discusses his concerns regarding the construction of the iron works, and the type of materials and workers he must acquire in order to be successful. He also notes that he may give up trade, and also gives his son instructions on shipping various goods.

GLC03107.02624

1717/05/29

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: business and family

John writes of his business and family, and a new house he built near his mills. He also requests that his father write to his mother in law, Sarah Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01144

1717/08/21

Hager, John F., fl. 1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: plans for the construction of a church

Hager desires Livingston's opinion on the matter of constructing a church. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01180

1717/09/09

Livingston, John

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: settling in a new house

John writes that he will be settling in a new house near his mills soon, and discusses his father's accounts and situation with the palatines. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01182

1717/09/26

Hager, John F., fl. 1717

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: need for an answer about the church

Hager states that there is an urgent need for an answer regarding the construction of the church. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01185

1701/11/03

Nanfan, John, fl. 1688-1702

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Peter Schuyler re: the fort at Albany

Nanfan asks for information regarding the construction of the fort at Albany, and gives instructions to stock it with firewood for the winter. He also requestst that Robert Livingston be sent to Albany to expedite a matter in Indian affairs.

GLC03107.02067

1702/08/26

Mohawk Indians

Manuscript document

Title: "Propositions made by four Sachims of the Mohogs"

The Mohawk Sachims explain that they were on their way to make peace with the Eastern Indians, but stopped their journey due to the breaking of war and other dangers. They also remind the Governor of New York of the Earl of Bellomont's promise to build a fort in their country, and ask that steps be taken to fortify their land.

GLC03107.02070

1709/08/12

Mayor and Aldermen of Albany

Manuscript document

Title: "At a Meeting of the Mayor aldermen of the citty of Alb[any] the Justices . . .

. . . of the sd. County, the Commissioners for the Expedition against Canada & Commissioners of the Indian affares" The Commissioners state that it would be a great risk to sail up the river into Canada during the winter, and make a number of suggestions of what to do in the mean time. They recommend placing garrisons in 3 new forts, repairing the forts at Albany and Schenechtady, keeping 200 Indians as scouts, and securing the loyalty of the 4 Nations.

GLC03107.02093

1709/08/13

Mayor and Aldermen of Albany

Manuscript document signed

Title: to Richard Ingoldesby re: petition concerning the expedition to Canada

The Mayor and Aldermen of Albany discuss some reservations regarding the planned expedition to reduce Canada. They recommend recalling the land troops until the fleet arrives from England, which will necessitate postponing the expedition until the Spring. The officials of Albany also recommend repairing and building new fortifications, stationing garrisons at their forts, and keeping a close watch over the Indians who are wooed by the French.

GLC03107.02094

1687/06/29

Cannadakte, fl. 1687

Manuscript document

Title: Account of affairs at Cadarachqui

The Onondaga captain relates that he saw the construction of a stone fort, the preparations for provisions, and a store of Indian shoes and ammunition at Cadarchqui in Canada

GLC03107.01989

1687/07/09

Dongan, Thomas, 1634-1715

Manuscript document

Title: "Propositions to the Indians of Skachtekook"

Thomas Dongan requests that the Indians of Skachtekook to build huts at Schenechtady, and to remain there until they receive further orders.

GLC03107.01998