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to Henry Knox

Discusses Maine lands and describes the layout of the towns and roads.

GLC02437.06538

to Henry Jackson

Writes to ask Jackson, on Knox's behalf, to make lodging arrangements for Bingham and his traveling party, apparently to Boston. Reports that they will be making business arrangements in Boston, and briefly explains what they are.

GLC02437.06776

to Henry Knox

States that he doubts Alexander Baring will give Knox a postponement on his payments, especially if Knox cannot offer an extremely good security. Also discusses other financial matters.

GLC02437.07064

to Henry Knox

Informs Knox that he was able to obtain a bank draft and that he would like Knox to deliver part of it for his bonds. Continues to discuss other financial business. Signature is clipped.

GLC02437.07133

to Samuel Waldo

Discusses financial business and inquires about the settling lands. Signed with an illegible signature.

GLC02437.08994

to Henry Knox

Mentions he was gratified that Miss [Lucy] Knox (Henry Knox's daughter) had a nice visit with them. Discusses the upcoming presidential election. Says he hopes the "Essex Jesuits" are unable to raise General [Charles Cotesworth?] [Pinckney] to the...

GLC02437.09866

to Henry Knox

Writes to request that Knox present some papers to the President on his behalf and apologizes for the inconvenience. Wishes to "remove any unfavorable impressions if such should have been made...as it contains my sincere sentiments." States in the...

GLC02437.10223

to J. Bruce

Discusses vacating his house in preparation for moving back to Boston, Massachusetts. Goes on to write about his route. Watermarked "J Watt & C Patent Copying/Sold by J Woodmason/London." Letterpress copy.

GLC02437.10306

to Walter Patterson re: difficulty living in New York

H[enry] L[ivingston] describes the problems a friend has had maintaining a job and a place to live in New York, and advises Walter to prevent his mother and sister from going to New York for the winter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04532

to Walter Patterson re: preparing food storage

Henry Livingston discusses his plans to kill and salt beef and pork for storage. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.04533

to Mr. Patterson re: request for better behavior.

The letter asks Mr. Patterson if he would "act in a more becoming manner."

GLC03107.04534

to Walter Patterson re: support in a senatorial election

Orville L. Holley discusses the recent senatorial nominations, and partisan conflicts involving Clintonians and Bucktails. He assures Walter of support in the upcoming election, and notes that he has taken steps to gather support for Walter in other...

GLC03107.04535

to Walter Patterson re: reassurance for the upcoming election

Thomas Bay writes that Walter has nothing to fear for the upcoming election, and assures him of his support. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04536

to Walter Patterson re: grief caused by illness [fragment]

Half of the letter is missing due to damage.

GLC03107.04537

to Walter Patterson re: iron and timber business

J. Ca[tkin] writes of the state of business at Ancram, and his hopes for the timber and iron business. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04538

to Walter Patterson re: a new surveyor for Hudson

Paddock writes of various people looking to become surveyor for Hudson County. He notes that he would like to act as deputy to that position, but feels he is too old, and his health to poor to take on the responsibility. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04539

to Walter Patterson re: arrangements for an upcoming voyage

Dickinsen informs Walter of the various destinations of an upcoming voyage out of New York. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04540

to Walter Patterson re: controversy concerning judges

Storm speculates that the Governor's renomination of a certain judge Woodworth will cause a great controversy in the South. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04541

to Walter Patterson re: [fragment]

GLC03107.04542

to Walter Patterson re: [fragment]

GLC03107.04543

to W[alter] Patterson re: poor state of lumber trade

Due to the war, the author notes that the lumber trade has suffered greatly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04544

Bill from the Supreme Court

The document is a bill for the Supreme Court case of James Jackson and Catherine Patterson against Joseph Duel. The presiding attorney was W. Patterson.

GLC03107.04545

to W.D. Patterson re: [in French]

GLC03107.04546

to W.D. Patterson re: request to forward mail

GLC03107.04547

to William D. Patterson re: business arrangements

The letter is preceded by a copy of another letter by Robert E. Griffith, dated 15 January 1808. The letter discusses current tensions with England, and expresses hope that recent negotiations have proved successful. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04548

to W[illiam] D. Patterson re: cancellation of an insurance policy

P&B Buttron & Co. write that they cancelled an insurance policy for and unfilled shipment of wheat from Nantes to London, and offer their services for the future. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04549

to William D. Patterson re: news of family and shipping

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04550

to William D. Patterson re: decision to give up trade

Fletcher writes that he is going to give up trade, as it only causes him a loss of profit. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04551

to William D. Patterson re: decision to go to New Orleans

Fletcher writes that he has decided to go to New Orleans to try to procure a job in a counting house, and wonders if he could make the voyage on William's ship. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04552

to Philip S. Schuyler re: appointment to justice of the peace

Robert R. Livingston writes that he has just received news that Philip has been appointed to the position of justice of the peace. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04553

to John Swift re: family news

Robert writes that he has named his new son after John Swift, and also that his wife will accept an invitation to visit.

GLC03107.04554

to Montgomery Livingston re: best wishes for a pleasant stay in Italy

Robert L. Livingston wishes his son Montgomery to enjoy his stay in Italy and to learn as much as he can of its Roman history. He also gives news of the family at Clermont.

GLC03107.04555

to Montgomery Livingston re: encouragement to learn the German language

Robert L. Livingston applauds his son's desire to learn the German language, and encourages him to board with a German family.

GLC03107.04556

"They won't propose"

Verse poem written in the voice of a single woman exasperated by her many beaux who appear to court her but never propose. The manuscript is addressed to Montgomery Livingston.

GLC03107.04557

to Philip Livingston re: plan for a house

Gautier describes his plan for a house for Philip Livingston, and also includes a drawing of the ground floor and front part of the house.

GLC03107.04558

to Philip Livingston re: desire to sell dried goods

The author of the note writes that his wife has rum and molasses, and could sell more dried goods if she had some.

GLC03107.04559

to Peter Miller re: subpoena to appear before the Chancellor

The subpoena orders Peter Miller to appear before the Chancellor, Reuben H. Walworth, in the Court of Chancery in order to answer to a complaint made by John S. Livingston.

GLC03107.04560

to John Forsyth re: negotiating a treaty with France

Edward Livingston explains his actions in trying to negotiate a treaty with France. Typed transcript available in the collateral file. Written aboard the U.S. Frigate "Constitution" at sea near Long Island.

GLC03107.04561

to Mrs. Livingston re: witness for a trial

C. Bushnell advises Mrs. Livingston that a certain Mr. Smails is a crucial witness to the defense in a present trial, and urges her to ensure his appearance at the trial. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.04562

to Mrs. Livingston re: court proceedings

Bushnell and Gaul inform Mrs. Livingston of the recent events in a certain court case, and also emphasize the importance of a specific note as a key piece of evidence. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.04563

Receipt from Jacob Haver of rent due the Livingston's

Jacob Haver made a payment of wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04564

Receipt of rent from George Kalderhyse of rent due the Livingston's

George Kalderhyse paid wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04565

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Receipt of rent payment for Walter, Robert, Henry, and John Livingston.

GLC03107.04566

Receipt from Abraham Kamer of rent due the Livingston's

Payment of wheat for rent due Henry, John, and Walter Livingston.

GLC03107.04567

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04568

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Robert, John, Walter, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04569

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Robert, Walter, Henry, and John Livingston.

GLC03107.04570

Receipt of wheat

GLC03107.04571

Receipt of one bushel from John H. Miller

GLC03107.04572

Receipt of wheat

GLC03107.04573