1709/12/27

Douglas, Henry, fl. 1709

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: trading and accounts with John Borland

Copy of GLC03107.01.02395. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02396

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

1725/03/10

Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston of Clermont re: French lessons

Young Robert thanks his uncle for some shoes, and notes that he hopes to master the French language soon. P.2 contains a letter written to the Mayor regarding trade with the Indians and relations with the French in Canada. The letter is not signed, and is dated April 1725, Albany. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01628

1726/04/12

Smithsen, Anthony, fl. 1723-1726

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

The account records expenditures for shoes and the repair of shoes. On p.2 Smithsen acknowledges receipt of payment for the delivery of wheat and the boarding of Gilbert Livingston's daughter Alida from 1 April 1725 to 1 April 1726. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01633

1724/10

Bayard, Samuell, fl. 1711-1725

Autograph document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased buttons, handkerchiefs, and other items from Bayard.

GLC03107.01613

1724/12/04

Livingston, Robert, 1688-1775

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: pair of shoes

Robert Livingston of Clermont thanks his nephew for his letter and sends him a pair of shoes.

GLC03107.01618

1717/10/08

Livingston, Robert, 1688-1775

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Johanna Livingston re: departure for Barbados

Robert asks where Jo[h]anna plans to stay for the winter, as he is traveling to Barbados. He also asks that Jo[h]anna make him some shirts and work clothes.

GLC03107.01189

1718/10/15

Livingston, Robert, 1688-1775

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Charges for such things as postage, money paid to sister Jo[h]anna Livingston, and clothing.

GLC03107.01231

1718/08/27

Henderson, James, fl. 1718-1737

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Account began 31 May 1718, includes knives, scissors, and handerchiefs.

GLC03107.01239

1726/05/31

Kursted, Elisabeth, fl. 1726

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sewing materials from Kursted.

GLC03107.01715

1722/10/10

Delancey, Barberie, & Moore, fl. 1722

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased rugs, caps, dishes, and gloves.

GLC03107.01470

1722/10/13

Anthony, Allart, fl. 1722

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased shoes and slippers from Anthony.

GLC03107.01474

1722/11

Ludlor, fl. 1722

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston ordered gowns to be made for his wife.

GLC03107.01486

1726/08/09

Van Dam Junior & Bayard

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased sugar, flannel, and knitting needles. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01730

1786/12/04

Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Edward Pinder

The account began 3 March 1786. Items on the account include cornell, molasses, sugar, salt, hats, and rum. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03598

1786/09/21

Nicholas Hoffman & Sons

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. with Robert Cambridge Livingston

Items on the account include sheep skins, knitting needles, cloves, raisens, and indigo. Docket notes that Nicholas Hoffman & Sons purchased and shipped the goods to Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03602

1784/03/18

Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Ann Griffith

The account began 13 January 1783. Ann Griffith purchased cloth, tea, and sugar from Robert, Jr., and in turn performed work as a seamstress. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.03474

1781/10/14

Washington, George, 1732-1799

Letter signed

Title: To: Thomas Nelson

Requesting clothes for troops-written 5 days before Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown.

GLC07956

1749/05/19

Livingston, John, 1714-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Peter DeWitt re: waiting for the completion of a coat

John Livingston writes that a coat he ordered for Peter DeWitt should be finished shortly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04446

1749/05/30

Livingston, John, 1714-1786

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Peter DeWitt re: shipment of clothing

John Livingston describes some clothing he has just sent to Peter DeWitt. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04448

February 26-February 28, 1787

Swan, James, 1754-1830

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Two parts. First part written 26 February 1787. Notes he missed the post at Hartford, Connecticut and only has time to write a quick note. Describes how long and difficult his journey has been, particularly for Mrs. Swan, and says he will never go by land again. Mentions that General [Benjamin] Lincoln will be in town, at which point Swan hopes to learn his future rank. Says he saw [Colonel David] Humphreys in Springfield, Massachusetts dressed "in all the extra elegance of Paris. Noted as written at Bruce's Leicester. Second part dated 28 February 1787. Writes that he forgot to…

GLC02437.03471

1862/02/12

Halleck, H.W. (Henry Wager), 1815-1872

Autograph document signed

Title: to: Col. H. T. Reid, Des Moines, Iowa.

"Complete your regiment as rapidly as possible. Don't want them till properly organized. Can give them arms, clothing & camp equipage here. They are much needed."

GLC05601.027

1946/06

Object

Title: Academic hood.

Academic hood worn by Hilldring at the University of Connecticut commencement ceremony.

GLC06196.207

February 9, 1917

Fernandes, M. M., fl. 1917

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mr. Aruestroug and Mr. Parker

Discusses a sale of Madeira embroidery and some other related business. Written on letterhead of "M.M. Fernandes, Ship-Chandler, steam ship agent and wine merchant, and manufacturer of wicker work, Madeira embroideries, and a dealer in fancy goods." Written to recipients in Baltimore, Maryland.

GLC03545.24.12

February 8, 1863

Higdon, John B., fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miller A. Wright

Miller had been reported Absent Without Leave. Higdon claims that Miller has no one to blame but himself, as he did not alert the proper authorities of his condition at the proper times. Higdon suggests that Miller believes "now more than ever that this military business is a humbug." He himself is none too pleased with the army. "You never saw such times. Genl lee rules this whole Confederacy - He is chief cook of this whole department at least. Genl Jackson's pass is not worth a copper." He and his men are living a tough life. As is the case of seven others, Higdon cannot claim a…

GLC02691.11.036