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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Robert, Jr.'s right to a creek

Walter states that he has discussed Robert, Jr.' s claim to the rights of a certain creek on the Manor, and has found that people support this claim. He then mentions some possible ways of proving his ownership. He also mentions that he expects the...

GLC03107.03676

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 26 April 1790, and includes charges for making and mending shoes.

GLC03107.03677

Account of days riding at mill

GLC03107.03678

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to purchase a lot in Saratoga

Isaac Johnson asks if a certain lot in Saratoga belongs to Robert, Jr., and if so he would like to discuss purchasing the said lot.

GLC03107.03687

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. with Marshal Jenkins

Robert, Jr. purchased candles.

GLC03107.03690

to John Wigram re: order for payment to Curtice Tiffiney

Van Beuren asks John Wigram to pay Curtice Tiffiney wages for digging ore at Salisbury. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03691

Account of the estate of Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03696

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: work

GLC03107.03699

Account of the estate of Robert Livingston, Jr., deceased

Charges are for work done as a blacksmith at Ancram.

GLC03107.03700

Iron account for Matthew Broge & Johann Viple

GLC03107.03705

Account of John McDonald

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03708

List of different laws regarding boundaries of New York and the Manor

GLC03107.03714

"Abatement - Pleas in . . ."

GLC03107.03715

Warrant to seize and distrain tenants' goods for unpaid rent

The warrant authorizes an unspecified individual to seize the goods of tenants who have fallen into debt with their rent, and to sell these goods up to the value of the unpaid rent.

GLC03107.03716

Warrant to seize and distrain tenants' goods for unpaid rent

The warrant authorizes an unspecified individual to seize the goods of tenants who have fallen into debt with their rent, and to sell these goods up to the value of the unpaid rent.

GLC03107.03717

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a ride on Robert, Jr.'s sloop

Robert Livingston asks his cousin if he may take Robert, Jr.'s sloop down to New York.

GLC03107.03724

Account of bolting cloth, linen, and tow cloth

GLC03107.03725

Account

GLC03107.03727

Account of kettles at Ancram

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03729

[fragment of account sheet]

GLC03107.03731

Various accounts

GLC03107.03732

Account of Mr. Patterson and Adella Heutte [in French]

GLC03107.03735

"Memoire des dames" [in French]

GLC03107.03737

Payment of 60 pounds to Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03742

Memorandum for wages to be paid to workers at the mill

P.2 is the settlement of Jerry Coen's account. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03743

"The Boundaries of the original Survey in three Parts"

The document gives precise description of boundaries, probably for the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03744

Account [fragment]

GLC03107.03746

Account [fragment]

GLC03107.03747

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: settlement of bail bond suits

John Lansing, Jr. informs Henry of the state of a bail bond suit, and notes that he has enclosed a subpoena for a case against "Haver."

GLC03107.03756

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: order for flour for the army

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03757

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Items on the account include rock salt and bar iron.

GLC03107.03763

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

The account began 11 March 1803.

GLC03107.03764

Settlement of state flour account

GLC03107.03769

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: mold for an iron stove

John Stevenson and John Taylor write to say that they have sent a mold to Henry Livingston to cast a large iron stove for their church. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03771

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re; enclosed copy of a miscarried letter

The letter is preceded by a copy of a letter from 14 January 1788 that Faesch believes was miscarried. In the copied letter, Faesch recommends an employee for Henry's iron works.

GLC03107.03773

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: delay in delivery of hearth stones

Wilson apologizes for the delay in the delivery of Henry's hearth stones, and states that the weather must be the cause. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03778

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: inquiry for a meeting

John [Kortz] asks Henry Livingston to send him a letter designating a time when he would like to meet with him.

GLC03107.03783

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Charges on the account include rum and buttons.

GLC03107.03787

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

The charge on the account is for "To spending 2 Days Man & horse inviting people to the Old Gentlema[n]s Funral." Most likely refers to Henry's father, Robert Livingston, Jr., who died November/December 1790.

GLC03107.03788

Ancram accounts

The accounts began 2 February 1791, and records the money paid to employees at Ancram. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03789

Account of grain delivered to sundry people out of Ancram & Union mills

GLC03107.03790

Court costs for action against Killiaan Halenbeek

The document records court costs beginning July 1796 for a court case of James Jackson, Henry Livingston (1753-1823), and Henry W. Livingston against Killiaan Hallenbeek.

GLC03107.03791

Account of Joseph Townsend

The account records sales of wheat and rye.

GLC03107.03793

Accounts of various individuals

GLC03107.03794

Account of wheat received in store for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

The account began 11 November 1803.

GLC03107.03798

to Mr. Rowe re: shipment of pig iron for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03800

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: account of wheat sales

Bartholomew enclosed an account of Henry Livingston's wheat sales, and in the letter makes arrangements to receive some pig iron. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03803

Account of wheat received in the store for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03805

Receipt of rent from Peter Tries

GLC03107.03809

Account of Henry Livingston's (1753-1823) wheat

GLC03107.03810

Receipt from John Miller of rent due Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03811

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: warning of the character of Governor Pownal

William writes that he has enclosed a draft of a letter to Governor Pownel, and warns Robert Jr. that the Governor "is a man who would sacrifice any body to his own Interest, and cares for nobody any farther than he can make him subservient to his...

GLC03107.02985

Account of Giles Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03031

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: law suit with George Marsh

Spencer requests Robert, Jr.'s instructions on how to proceed with a legal case.

GLC03107.03071

Account of Giles Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 18 November 1766. Loomis purchased wheat, corn, a cow, and other provisions from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03082

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans for trade

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03084

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: law suits

Yates writes that the sheriff will look into a complaint filed by Robert, Jr., and gives an explanation of some other legal matters. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03085

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: determined to clear debts

Peter Robert writes that he is relieved that his father's anger towards him has subsided, and he promises to stay away from business of any kind, and to pay all of his debts within the next year. He also agrees to sell a house in Harlem, and notes...

GLC03107.03090

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: troublesome tenants on the Manor

"It gives me a great deal of uneasiness to hear that those Pests of Society are still lurking in your Manor, and are endeavoring to take ev'ry possible means that lays in their power to sully & destroy your happiness, but I'm in great hopes that the...

GLC03107.03091

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: labor performed on the Manor

GLC03107.03094

Account of John Baker with Robert Livingston, Jr,

GLC03107.03099

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

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: anxiously awaiting the arrival of his vessels

Peter Robert writes that none of his vessels have arrived yet, which makes him quite nervous. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03111

Sales of flour for the account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

P.2 records the goods purchased on trading ventures to Madeira and Belfast, for the account of Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03113

Account of Neal McCarty with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 24 April 1767. McCarty purchased wheat, corn, lamb, and other provisions from Robert, Jr., and in turn broke ore for Robert, Jr.'s furnace.

GLC03107.03117

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: overburdened with work

Abraham explains how he has been asked to represent too many individuals in court, and simply does not have time to attend to every case. Docketed on address.

GLC03107.03120

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade of Robert, Jr.'s provisions

Walter and Robert Cambridge inform their father of the prices they have received for trading his goods, and express relief that "those troublesome Banditti, who have pestered you for this longtime past are become tired of their own folly." With a...

GLC03107.03122

Lease from Robert Livingston, Jr. of a farm at Canaan

GLC03107.03124

Account of masonry performed for Robert Livingston, Jr.

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

GLC03107.03134

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: affairs at the Manor

Walter assures his father that the Manor has been in order since he departed, and states that a legal action concerning a farm will not be tried until May.

GLC03107.03138

Account of Colin McArthur with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began on 20 November 1767. Colin McArthur purchased a cow, wheat, corn, and other provisions, and in turn carted coals for Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03140

Receipt of payment from Coenraet Mower for Robert Livingston, Jr., plaintiiff

As a result of a lawsuit that Robert Livingston, Jr. brought against Coenraet Mower, Mower owed Robert, Jr. a sum of money. With ANS by Robert, Jr., dated 26 November 1767, in which he acknowledges receipt of payment from Mower.

GLC03107.03147

Account of Giles Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 20 November 1767.

GLC03107.03148

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for fish and lobsters

GLC03107.03149

Wages due for work performed for Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03157

Account of charges

GLC03107.03158

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request to purchase a farm

Tayler explains to Robert, Jr. that he is interested in purchasing his farm, and desires Robert, Jr. to respond to this offer as quickly as possible. Docketed on address leaf. Written at Fort George

GLC03107.03162

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of beaver and racoon hats

Clemens informs Robert, Jr. that he should expect a shipment of beaver and racoon hats very shortly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03165

Account with Robert Livingston, Jr. re: wages due for 69 days of work

GLC03107.03171

Account of John Baptist

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03176

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Robert, Jr. owed John Hoff for mending shoes. Hoff signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03177

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: next meeting of the board of Supervisors

Cornelius Glen informs Robert, Jr. of the date for the next meeting of the board of Supervisors.

GLC03107.03182

Account of John Stevenson

Most of the charges on the account are for different types of iron. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03188

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: proposal to suspend payment of debt

Trumbull explains that he has no funds readily available to pay a debt to Robert, Jr., and instead offers a tract of land as collateral security. He also requests that Robert, Jr. refrain from pursuing legal action.

GLC03107.03189

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sending a trading vessel to Quebec

Peter Robert informs his father that he is sending a trading vessel to Quebec, and believes that his debts will soon be secured. With a copy of Governor Aubry's letter to Peter Robert, 11 July 1769, New Orleans, in which Aubry states that he has not...

GLC03107.03195

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: defending Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston

Peter Robert congratulates his father on getting 25 freeholders to sign a petition defending Philip (1716-1778) Livingston's right to represent the Manor of Livingston in the New York legislature. He states that the opposition has no real authority...

GLC03107.03198

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: election of cousin Robert (1746-1813) to Assembly

Peter Robert states that he is glad that his cousin Robert Livingston, (1746-1813) was elected to the Assembly. He also announces the birth of a son, and asks Robert, Jr. to send a name for the child.

GLC03107.03204

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to resolve debts

Peter DeWitt gives an extensive account of his most unfavorable and unfortunate financial circumstances, apologizes for any misunderstandings, and hopes that he and Robert, Jr. may come to an agreeable resolution of their business and debts.

GLC03107.03209

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: profits from Robert, Jr.'s furnace

Robert Cambridge discusses selling iron and cornel, and congratulates his father on the well deserved success of his furnace. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03210

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business

Robert Cambridge discusses trading wheat, flour, and butter, and condoles his father on a loss of profits with his furnace. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03211

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: expulsion of English merchants from New Orleans

Peter Robert explains that he has news that Capt. Harris must stay in New Orleans a little longer to collect some debts, and notes that the Spanish Governor has ordered all English merchants (with the exception of Harris) out of the territory.

GLC03107.03213

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: serving writs

Yates states that he has had some difficulty having writs served, and explains what he is doing to have them carried out. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03214

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trial of John Lamb for libel

Peter Robert gives an account of a proceeding against John Lamb for libel, and notes that the Sons of Liberty are on his side and will work to exonerate him.

GLC03107.03219

Sales of sundry goods for the account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

P.1 records sales of bees was, bran, butter, hides, wheat, and skins on 31 December 1769. P.2 records sale of pigg iron for the account of Robert Livingston, and also an account of outstanding debts.

GLC03107.03222

Account or Ebenezer Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

Ebenezer purchased an ax, beef, and other provisions. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03234

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request to sell some land

Breasee explains that because of unfortunate circumstances, he has been reduced to a most desperate financial state. He therefore asks Robert, Jr. to allow him to sell part of his farm so that he may buy a few horses and "Labour a Little to Get Food...

GLC03107.03237

to Robert Livingston, Jr, re: arbitration settlement with Mr. Duboise

John Schuyler, Jr. states that the arbitration affair is not yet settled, due to negligence on the part of Mr. Duboise.

GLC03107.03239

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Robert, Jr.'s uneasiness

James Duane writes that he and his family are in good health and spirits, and thus asks Robert, Jr.: "But what my dear Sir shall I say on the tender subject of your present uneasiness! . . . Your own Piety and Fortitude can alone teach you Patience...

GLC03107.03248

Sale of farm and its improvements to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Andries Moore states that he has sold his farm and its improvements to Robert Livingston, Jr., and acknowledges receipt of payment for the property. Moore signed with his mark. In a separate signed statement on p.2, Moore agrees to remove from the...

GLC03107.03255

Financial bond to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Peter Robert states that he is indebted to Robert Livingston, Jr., and agrees to pay back the agreed sum according to a payment schedule.

GLC03107.03260