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to Robert Livingston re: trade restrictions

Philip explains that the new trade restrictions have heightened tensions with the French, who have sent an Indian spy down to Albany. He also mentions keeping a continuous correspondence with the Governor in order to "wage war" against his and his...

GLC03107.01360

to Robert Livingston re: trade restrictions

Collins notes that he has signed a certificate for Livingston's hogs, and thanks Livingston for his trouble in procuring him a mare. He expresses satisfaction with the Governor's decision to suppress unlawful trade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01361

to Robert Livingston re: trade restrictions

Philip discusses French attempts to manipulate the Indians and how this has interfered with trade in the colony. He also mentions the new trade restrictions and the effect they will have on his business.

GLC03107.01362

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased garlic and other items from Henderson on 7 March 1721, and cleared the account on 2 June 1722. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01363

to Robert Livingston re: medical advice

Nicolls tells Livingston how to get an individual with a fever to sweat, and also describes some other remedies. Much of the document is illegible due to damage. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01364

to Robert Livingston re: the sale of her mother's house and land

Elizabeth states that she has been administering her husband's estate in his absence, and sadly explains how her mother has been forced to sell her house and land in Norwich, and move to her house in New London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01365

Last will and testament

The document is a new copy of Robert Livingston's last will and testament, and annuls all previous wills.

GLC03107.01366

to Robert Livingston re: business with the Assembly

Burnet thanks Livingston for all his help, and states his plan to assist Livingston in his matter with the Assembly.

GLC03107.01367

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01368

"Warrant to sell the Cochins Land"

The warrant authorizes the sale and disbursement of the land belonging to a certain Mrs. Cochin, who has been condemned for murder. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01369

to Robert Livingston re: attendance at the Board of Trade

Bampfeild writes that he has taken Livingston's concerns before the Board of Trade on several occasions, and promises to forward Livingston's son's commission. He also thanks Livingston for assisting with his appointment to Agent of Albany, and...

GLC03107.01370

to Robert Livingston re: birth of a daughter

Philip writes that his wife has just given birth to a daughter, and promises to send his two sons to Livingston in order to help with the construction of a church. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01371

to Robert Livingston re: a piece of news from Pennsylvania

Burnet states that he has a piece of news regarding Indian affairs from Mr. Logan, the secretary of Pennsylvania, and that he wishes Livingston to communicate this news to the House.

GLC03107.01372

to Robert Livingston re: record of transit

Nottingham writes that a record of transit can not be found in his records, and that Livingston should look for it in Albany.

GLC03107.01373

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased nails from Jay. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01374

to Brigadier Hunter re: agent of the province

The Assembly discusses the process of selection of an agent for the province.

GLC03107.01375

to Robert Livingston re: settling the affairs of the late John Livingston

Elizabeth discusses the settlement of John's affairs, and thanks Robert for doing all he has to perpetuate John's memory. She also describes her loneliness, and thanks Robert for an offer to move in with him and Alida. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01376

"Govr Burnets discourse wth 10 Sachims"

Outlines how relations between the French, English, and Indians are to proceed with regard to trade, and what precautions should be made if war becomes a threat. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01377

to Robert Livingston re: difficulty obtaining a warrant

Bampfeild explains how he has had difficulty obtaining a warrant the ensure the succession of Robert's son into his father's office. However, despite the difficulty, Bampfeild expects to send it by the next ship.

GLC03107.01378

to Robert Livingston re: proposition for financial assistance

Gilbert apoligizes for falling into disfavor with his father, and explains that drastic circumstances have left him financially crippled and without a decent plot of land. He therefore proposes that his father give him some assistance, for his...

GLC03107.01379

Court of Sessions re: resolution to fortify the city of Albany

Citing difficulties caused by poor harvests and unfavorable weather, the Justices decide that it is necessary to obtain an act of the General Assembly to complete the fortification of Albany. Document certified as a true copy by Philip Livingston....

GLC03107.01503

to Robert Livingston re: dismissal from agency

Bampfeild writes that his position as Agent of New York has been terminated, for reasons that he is not aware. He also discusses some trading matters with Indians that require some assistance, and asks Livingston to turn to another person to sort...

GLC03107.01504

to Robert Livingston re: offer to sell a piece of land

Andrew Hinman and Thomas Knowles describe a piece of land and ask if Livingston would be interested in purchasing it. Below their letter Livingston wrote a response on 3 March 1723 explaining that that land has been in his patent since 1686....

GLC03107.01505

to Robert Livingston re: business concerns

Bampfeild writes that Livinston's son will receive his salary, and that he has been working to procure royal assent for an Act conceived by Livingston's son. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01506

Account of Robert Livingston

Cheasman purchased 32 Casks of flour from Livingston.

GLC03107.01507

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased knitting needles from van Dam Jr.

GLC03107.01508

to Robert Livingston re: report regarding Gilbert Livingston

Bampfeild writes that a favorable report concerning Gilbert Livingston will come through the Board of Trade in a short time. He also discusses the status of some outstanding accounts.

GLC03107.01509

"Joyner's Tools"

GLC03107.01510

Account of Robert Livingston

P.1 is an account of sales from the Sloop. P.2 is ALS from Edmund Knight, in which he informs Livingston of how he has handled his account. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01511

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

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

"The Whole Debt of the Colony"

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01514

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

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01516

to Robert Livingston re: goods shipped on the Sloop Caledonia

Van Horne informs Livingston of the goods that have arrived on the Sloop Caledonia, who the goods have been sold to, and at what price. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01517

to Robert Livingston re: gratitude for advice

Bampfeild discusses some matters concerning Philip and Gilbert Livingston, and then thanks Livingston for suggestions regarding his dismissal by the Assembly on charges of neglect.

GLC03107.01518

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01519

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston held this account with both van Dam and Samuell Bayard.

GLC03107.01520

to Robert Livingston re: Gilbert Livingston's report

Bampfeild writes that he has procured a second report regarding Gilbert Livingston, and that a decision regarding Philip Livingston's commission will have to wait until the Lords of Treasury meet again. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01521

to James Ogilby re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01522

to Robert Livingston re: decision to study French

Philip Livinston's son Robert writes that he will travel to New York to learn French, and asks his grandfather to send him some buckwheat to feed a flock of pigeons. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01523

Fragment

GLC03107.01524

to Robert Livingston re: threat of war with Indians

Philip writes of some violent attacks by Indians and the need to fortify in case of a war. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01525

Receipt of money for the account of John Nicolls

Also signed by John Nicolls.

GLC03107.01526

to Robert Livingston re: permission for Livingston to have bills of exchange

Haskoll informs Livingston that his Excellency has stated that Livingston may have the bills of exchange.

GLC03107.01527

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01528

to Robert Livingston re: promise to send bills

Haskoll promises to send Livingston's bills to his Excellency.

GLC03107.01529

to Robert Livingston re: forwarding a packet

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01530

"Invoyce of Merchand[ise] laden on board the Sloop Endeavour"

Knight included an account of Livingston's sales, followed by an ALS by Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01531

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01532

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

Receipt of payment for the account of Robert Livingston

Thomas Thong accepts payment for the account of Robert Livingston on behalf of his deceased father, Walter Thong.

GLC03107.01534

to Robert Livingston re: receipt of goods to be shipped to Livingston

Nicolls informs Livingston that he has just received soap and various medical items that he will ship to Livingston shortly. Part of address leaf is missing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01535

to Robert Livingston re: death of Aunt Cortlandt

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01536

Account of Robert Livingston

Stephen Bayard signed for the receipt of the account.

GLC03107.01537

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: New Year's brief

John sends his grandparents his best wishes for the new year. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01538

to Robert and Alida Livingston re: [in Latin]

Philip Livingston's son, Peter Van Brugh Livingston, sends his grandparents a letter in Latin, and signs it "Petrus V.B. Livingstonus." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01539

to Robert Livingston re: conflict with Indians

Philip expresses frustration with the reluctance of the government to take the threat of an Indian attack seriously. He believes that if the 5 Nations become involved in a conflict with the French and their Indian allies, then the entire colony will...

GLC03107.01540

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01541

to Robert Livingston re: approval of an act, land assessment

Philip states his belief that an act drawn up by himself will remain dormant due to a lack of a majority vote. He also discusses the assessment of some property, and criticizes the manner in which the French handle Indian affairs. Docketed on...

GLC03107.01542

to Robert Livingston re: assessment of the Manor

Philip informs his father of the assessed values of the Manor, and offers to find him a good farmer. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01543

to Robert Livingston re: explanation of the assessment

Smithrem defends himself against Philip Livingston's accusations of drunkenness and misconduct at the time of the assessment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01544

to Robert Livingston re: settlement of accounts

GLC03107.01545

to Robert Livingston re: construction of new vessels

Van Horne writes that the new vessels under construction are of the finest materials and should please Livingston. He also informs Livingston of the trade of their provisions. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01546

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

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf. Written in Curacao

GLC03107.01548

to Robert Livingston re: tensions with the French

Philip discusses the sale of an island, and how tensions with the French may excalate. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01549

to Robert Livingston re: news of good health

GLC03107.01550

Financial bond to Robert Livingston

The bond obliges Rees to repay Robert Livingston a sum of money. Rees signed with his mark.

GLC03107.01551

"List of the aproved acounts in February 1723/4 For the County of Albanie"

GLC03107.01552

to Robert Livingston

Van Horne writes that a Thomas Cardle has just arrived from London after a 16 year absence, and believes himself to be the rightful owner of one of Livingston's enslaved people. Van Horne therefore warns Livingston to keep a close eye on this...

GLC03107.01553

to Robert Livingston re: fear of theft of Livingston's slave

Original copy of GLC03107.01.01553, and contains some additional information regarding trade of provisions. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01554

to Robert Livingston re: possibility of war between Indians

Philip writes that an Indian interpreter has been dispatched to speak with the Maquase and Schaahkook Indians of New York, as a war between them and the Eastern Indians seems dangerously possible. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01555

to Robert Livingston re: proclamation for the adjourning of the assembly

Gilbert tell his father that he has received a proclamation stating that the assembly will be adjourned until the 2nd Tuesday of May.

GLC03107.01556

to Robert Livingston re: sale of provisions

Van Horne informs Livingston of how provisions are selling, and also writes of the deaths of William Provoost's wife and Captain Theobald. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01557

to Robert Livingston re: news of the safe arrival of the King in England

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01558

to Robert Livingston re: trade and politics

Philip advises his father on how to procure fire wood for the garrison, and relates his anxiety over a forthcoming election for representative, for which he is a candidate. He also discusses difficulties in trading with some Indians, and how...

GLC03107.01559

to Robert Livingston re: plans to visit Robert and Alida

The daugher of Margaret and Samuel Vetch - Alida- writes of her plans to visit when the weather warms up, and discusses a marriage proposal. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01560

to Robert Livingston re: sale of "beasts"

Philip gives the price he received for the sale of an animal. Most of the address leaf is missing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01561

to Robert Livingston re: update of trade and accounts

Philip writes of the money he received for the sale of animal skins, and discusses business and accounts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01562

Receipt of payment for the account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01563

to Robert Livingston re: trade in the region

Philip writes of the circumstances influencing trade in the region, and writes about the proceedings to construct a new jail in Albany. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01564

to Robert Livingston re: desire to hear from her parents

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01565

to Robert Livingston re: his Excellency's meeting with the Assembly

Robert Livingston is informed that his attendence is expected at the Assembly on 12 May, when his Excellency, the Governor, will make an appearance.

GLC03107.01566

to Robert Livingston re: sale of the island at Canastagione

Philip writes of his difficulty selling the island at Canastagione, and wonders how his brother Gilbert will ever pay his debts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01567

to Robert Livingston re: resignation of the King of Spain

Robert writes that the King of Spain resigned his kingdom in favor of his son Lewis, and that the Duke of Orleans has died, leaving the Duke of Bourbon as the Chief Administrator of affairs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01568

to Robert Livingston re: trade

Philip discusses profitable items to be traded at the moment, and with whom he plans to trade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01569

to Robert Livingston re: trial for insufficiency of the jail

Philip writes that the Supreme Court of New York has scheduled a trial in the matter over the insufficiency of the jail at Albany. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01570

Concern regarding and act for 2 1/2 percent tax on European goods

The document writes of a collective concern regarding the passing of an act that would levy a 2 1/2 percent tax on European goods. The writers also submit an alternate means of collecting that money.

GLC03107.01571

to Robert Livingston re: trade and sale of flour

Van Horne informs Livingston of the status of their flour trade and the quality of their shipments, and writes of purchasing riggings for Livinston's sloop. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01572

to Robert Livingston re: plans to visit mother and father Livingston

GLC03107.01573

to Robert Livingston re: apology for returns on sale of cattle

Philip apologizes for his father's dissatisfaction with the returns on his cattle, but explains that he did his best. He also sends his father messages from individuals indebted to him. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01574

to Robert Livingston re: Cousin Livingston's campaign for Assemblyman

Philip writes of his support for his cousin's bid for Assemblymen, but is skeptical of his chances of winning. Most of the address leaf is missing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01575

to Robert Livingston re: 3 bills concerning Gilbert Livingston

Le Heup writes with good news that one of Gilbert Livingston's bills may pass before the Board of Trade.

GLC03107.01576

to Robert Livingston re: 3 bills concerning Gilbert Livingston

The first part is a duplicate of GLC03107.01.01576. Beneath this, Le Heup wrote a second letter, dated 5 August 1724; London, [England]. In this letter Le Heup informs Livingston of some more favorable news regarding Gilbert Livingston's bills.

GLC03107.01577

to Robert Livingston re: sale of beaver pelts

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01578

Receipt of payment for the account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01579

to Robert Livingston re: excise at Albany

Philip writes of the current excise revenues of Albany, and requests that Robert keep him as a trading partner. He also expresses doubt regarding his cousin's chances in the election, and states that it is becoming increasingly difficult to...

GLC03107.01580

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

GLC03107.01581

Account of Robert Livingston [in Dutch]

Account of transactions on 17 May 1724 and 12 July 1724.

GLC03107.01582