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

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

GLC03107.03801

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

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

GLC03107.03802

Receipt of rent from James Smith

GLC03107.03806

Receipt of rent from Peter Tries

GLC03107.03808

to Johnston Livingston re: anxiously awaiting Johnston's return home

Matilda writes that she has resigned herself to stay in the rural country for the winter, and anxiously awaits Johnston's return. She states that she is anxious to see how he has improved since he went to college, and promises to entertain him while...

GLC03107.04074

to Johnston Livingston re: news from New York

Apparently written by a friend of Johnston's from New York. Howard informs Johnston of various social activities he has engaged in and gives news of mutual childhood friends. He also writes that a fancy hotel just opened on Fulton Street, and seems...

GLC03107.04076

College bill sent to John S. Livingston for his son Johnston Livingston

The bill lists the charges for Johnston's education for the session commencing 26 April and ending 24 July 1833. Charges include tuition, room-rent, use of college library, servants' hire, printing, and fines for absences from prayers and...

GLC03107.04078

Journal

The journal contains drawings, poems, excerpts from literary and philosophical works, as well as notes on scholarly subjects. Most likely from Johnston's studies at Union College, Schenectady, N.Y.

GLC03107.04079

"Some of Dr. Nott's remarks to the Senior Class . . .

. . . Introductory to the commencement of our studies." The manuscript appears to be notes taken during a lecture given by Dr. Nott. Topics addressed in the lecture include how to read critically, memory & judgement, matter & mind, music, how to...

GLC03107.04083

to Johnston Livingston re: news since Johnston's return to college

Matilda writes the letter as Johnston has just returned to college after a holiday at home, and sends news of friends and family. She describes a trip to Oak Hill and the Manor, and the news shared by friends and family.

GLC03107.04084

to Johnston Livingston re: news of the family

Matilda writes that she is extremely busy taking care of their sick mother, and also notes that a relative "Clermont" will soon be attending Union College.

GLC03107.04086

to Johnston Livingston re:greetings to her brother

GLC03107.04090

to Johnston Livingston re: news of the family and aquaintances

GLC03107.04091

to Johnston Livingston re: news of the family

Johnston's mother gives him news of the family, including those who have fallen ill.

GLC03107.04096

to Johnston Livingston re: interest in different "beaux"

Estelle writes of her and her sister's differing opinions regarding their "beaux." With ALS by Johnston's cousin on pages 2 & 3.

GLC03107.04097

to Johnston Livingston re: thoughts of her new married life

GLC03107.04098

to Johnston Livingston re: advice regarding a romantic interest

Johnston's cousin advises him to write a letter to a girl he is in love with. She also derides an aquaintance of theirs as a "Yankee," and states that she is on her way to the Liberty Pole. With ALS to Johnston from "E.E.G." on p.2. The letter...

GLC03107.04099

to Johnston Livingston re: the marriage of Sarah Minis

Crawfurd writes that he is also distressed by the sudden marriage of Johnston's sister Sarah without her father's consent. However, he notes that Johnston should write to her and that the entire family should remember that Sarah's happiness is most...

GLC03107.04107

to Johnston Livingston re: feeling of idleness

[Crawfurd] writes that he is overcome with a feeling of idleness and desires to get a break from the city. He also thanks Johnston in showing support and sympathy for his sister Sarah, who he is exceptionally fond of.

GLC03107.04109

to Johnston Livingston re: life in the country

Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04110

to Johnston Livingston re: displeasure with the city

Crawfurd explains his growing dislike of New York City, and expresses envy for Johnston's country dwelling. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04121

to Johnston Livingston re: feeling in good spirits

C[rawfurd] writes that his spirits have lifted and he is "determined to try & raise myself and banish weekness."

GLC03107.04124

to Johnston Livingston re: note to forgo an inconvenient visit

[Crawfurd] writes to tell Johnston that despite his longing to see him, he should remain at home if the visit would cause him the slightest inconvenience. P.3 and the address leaf are a fragment.

GLC03107.04125

to Johnston Livingston re: concern regarding Johnston's mother's health

Crawfurd thanks Johnston for informing him of the improvement in his mother's health, which has helped to put his mind at ease. Address leaf on p.4.

GLC03107.04128

to Johnston Livingston re: arrangements to sell a store

ALS on p.3 from Johnston's sister Estelle [de Peyster], in which she inquires about a rumor that their sister Matilda is dead. Address leaf on p.3.

GLC03107.04139