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to John De Witt re: request for cedar wood and cornell

Livingston asks De Witt to send down on the next boat his cedar wood and some cornell. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02591

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns

Philip gives Robert, Jr. some instructions on shipping furs, and discusses the upcoming voyage of the Jamaica Packet to Bristol, which he believes will be safe and successful. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02592

to Robert Jr. & Peter Livingston & Comp. re: trouble with Mr. Storke

Joseph Mico writes that he does not want to conduct trade through Mr. Storke, as it has interfered with his commissions. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02593

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: insurance for the Oswego

It is stated that insurance has been made on the Oswego, and Robert is assured of kind assistance in any future business. Marked as a copy in the margin.

GLC03107.02594

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: war with Spain

Philip writes that the English are fairing poorly in their confrontation with Spain. He notes that Robert's cousin Johnie is interested in putting together a company of men so that he can get a Captain's commission, which may give him the...

GLC03107.02595

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron oar

Philip writes that there is an abundance of iron oar at Taghanick, which will provide a profitable income once an iron works is erected.

GLC03107.02596

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade [fragment]

The first part of the letter is missing. Storke mentions how trade has become complicated due to embargoes, and discusses present trading accounts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02597

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: cost of provisions

Philip writes how there has been much difficulty in purchasing provisions since the farmer have refused to sell at a fixed price.

GLC03107.02598

to Robert Livingston, Jr. & Henry Cuyler re: trading accounts

The letter is preceeded by a copy of a former letter dated 31 July 1740, in which Storke enclosed the account of sales from the Ship Oswego. He also mentions that the war has made the seas quite dangerous, and privateers have taken many vessels...

GLC03107.02599

Insurance for the Ship Anne on a voyage from South Carolina to Dover & Amsterdam

Robert Livingston, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Ship Anne in his name. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment for the insurance policy.

GLC03107.02600

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns

Philip writes that he is glad to hear that Robert, Jr. and Captain Boyd have arrived, and he hopes that Boyd has brought a good remittance and a full cargo.

GLC03107.02601

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...

GLC03107.02602

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading voyages to Jamaica & Madiera

Philip conveys his hopes for successful trading ventures to Jamaica and Madiera, and gives instructions for what he would like to be put on the ships.

GLC03107.02603

Bill for goods bound for London on the ship Britannia

The bill states that a quantity of animal skins will be shipped to London on the accounts of John Visger, Jr. and Jacob Ten Eyck on board the Britannia, with Jasper Farmer as the Captain. On the bottom of the bill, noted that it was printed by John...

GLC03107.02604

Insurance for the Jamaica Packet on a voyage from Jamaica to New York

Robert, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Jamaica Packet in his own name. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment for the insurance, dated 4 December 1740.

GLC03107.02605

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading losses

John discusses some trading losses that he recently suffered, and regrets to state that he blames Robert Jr. and their brother Philip for the blunder, as they acted carelessly and without proper consideration. He also congratulates Robert, Jr. on...

GLC03107.02606

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of war with the French, trade on the Oswego

Philip believes it will not be long until they are at war with the French, at which time he will retreat from the troublesome town of Albany. He discusses in length the trading ventures of the ship Oswego, forecasts high prices for bread and flour...

GLC03107.02607

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade with Captain Hayman

Gulston, Jackson, & St[adt] sent the letter per Captain Hayman, and ask Robert Jr. to assist him in the disposal of his cargo, to procure wheat and other provisions at a good price for him, and also to provide the Captain with whatever goods and...

GLC03107.02608

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: government

Philip requests that Robert, Jr. assist some men in obtaining government positions.

GLC03107.02609

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading bills

The traders Peter and Dominik Joyce discuss some outstanding financial matters with regard to overseas trade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02610

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Aneram

Robert, Jr. took out an insurance policy on the Brigantine Ancram for its voyage from New York to Antigua, St. Christopher, and St. Eustatia. George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. on [?] February 1741.

GLC03107.02611

Invoice of goods from the store at the Manor

Invoice includes strouds, calicoes, paper, silk, saws, and English Bibles.

GLC03107.02612

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: insurance for the ship Oswego

John requests that Robert, Jr. not take out insurance on the Oswego for him; and also forwards news of the family and Robert, Jr.'s son Philip.

GLC03107.02613

to John DeWitt re: unable to send lime juice

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02614

Account of Capt. William Boyd and the Brigantine Aneram

Charges are for making sails and other tasks on the ship.

GLC03107.02615