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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: copy of the jury's panel

Yates promises to send Robert, Jr. a copy of the jury's panel. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03161

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: sympathy for losing a trial

Duane condoles Robert, Jr. for losing a trial, and advises him to punish the transgressors. He also states that they may establish the north boundary of the Manor without much difficulty.

GLC03107.03163

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty selling pig iron

Robert Cambridge supports his father's endeavor to procure bonds for the numerous small debts due to him, and believes that it will help him to save a good deal of money. He also states that pig iron is selling very slowly, and suggests working out...

GLC03107.03164

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 [illegible due to damage]

Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03166

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: assaulted by DeLancey

Yates writes that he was assaulted in the street by DeLancey, but is unsure if he will be able to indict him. He desires Robert, Jr. to accompany the judges in Albany.

GLC03107.03167

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: receipt of payment for Robert, Jr.'s account

Stevenson writes that Peter Bradt has made a payment on Robert, Jr.'s account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03168

Purchase of a tract of land from Hugh Munro

The document states that Jacob Van Valkenburgh, Gerrit Van Hoesen, and Abraham Wyngardt have purchased a tract of land near Kinderhook from Hugh Munro. Jacob Van Valkenburgh was the only one to sign. P.2 has 2 signed statements by Hugh Munro. The...

GLC03107.03169

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: affair concerning Nicolaus Smith

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03170

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

GLC03107.03171

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for good iron to build cranks

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03172

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: high value of Saratoga

Robert Cambridge congratulates his father on the high value attached to Saratoga, and also makes arrangements for renting one of his father's houses.

GLC03107.03173

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: low prices for flour

Robert Cambridge writes that he declined to sell Robert, Jr.'s flour due to low prices, and asks what price would be agreeable to his father. He also reports on the production level of the Hibernia Iron Works. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03174

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans to visit Mr. Livingston at his Manor

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03175

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

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: wages for work on the Manor

GLC03107.03178

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plea for an extension of his debt

Davis explains that he has been under extreme financial stress since the death of his business partner, Mr. French, and needs more time to settle his affairs. He states that an extension on the payment of his debt would be enormously helpful...

GLC03107.03179

Sale of a tract of land to Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03180

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: postage paid in 1769

GLC03107.03181

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

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: elections for the House

Van Schaak states that there will be elections to send new representatives to the House, and hopes that the new counties will be allowed to participate. He also discusses a controversy over the division of the county, in which Robert, Jr.'s son is...

GLC03107.03183

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling debt with Robert, Jr.

Davis writes that he has been in correspondence with Robert, Jr.'s lawyer regarding a debt to Robert, Jr., and has found the lawyer's methods to be questionable and out of course. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03184

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request to purchase two lots of land

Hugh Munro implores Robert, Jr. to permit his son, Robert Cambridge, to sell two lots of land in the Fort Edward Patent that Munro would like to purchase. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03185

Sale of land to Robert Livingston, Jr.

The indenture attests to the sale of a piece of land situated on the east side of the Hudson River, and belonging to Hugh Munro, to Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03186

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03187

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

Financial bond to Robert Livingston, Jr.

The document holds Matthyse Smith and his son Matthyse Smith, Jr. responsible for repaying a debt to Robert Livingston, Jr. within a designated period of time. With ANS on p.2 by Robert Livingston, Jr. stating that the above bond is "discharged by...

GLC03107.03190

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: report on Robert, Jr.'s slave

Stevenson writes that Robert, Jr.'s enslaved person has just set out to return home, and was unable to leave earlier due to bad weather. He also notes that the enslaved person behaved particularly well while staying in Albany.

GLC03107.03191

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of unpaid debts

Peter Robert writes that he has been awaiting the arrival of Captain Harris, who was supposed to bring him a remittance of 6000 pounds that would then be used to pay his debts. He fears, however, that Harris will not have any money, and "If he...

GLC03107.03192

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

The account records to whom the flour was sold, the quantity, and what price was received. P.2 contains 2 more accounts. The first is "A General account of Merchandize recd. in 1769 from Robert Livingston Junr. for sale on his proper account and...

GLC03107.03193

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: health of his crops

Walter writes that an unexpected snow fall has made the wheat fields look unhealthy, and states that he is presently sowing flax, which should result in about 10 bushels. He also notes that due to a lack of horses and oxen he will not be able to put...

GLC03107.03194

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: sale of Robert, Jr.'s flour

Robert Cambridge informs his father of how he sold his flour, and states that he has settled the account of their partnership. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03196

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: repairs made on their sloop

Robert Cambridge describes the repairs he has made on their sloop, and discusses the current market for wheat. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03197

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: delay in the jury

Duane states that the jury for the "owner's action" will be belated the following week.

GLC03107.03199

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trial of uncle Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston

Peter Robert states that his uncle Philip's trial has been postponed, and describes a speech given in defense of Philip in which the speaker "showed the great injustice it would be to that Hause to turn out a member on an Act that never had yett...

GLC03107.03200

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

Peter Robert explains that a new writ stating the Manor's right for representation has just come before the Assembly, and he believes that DeLancey and Phillips "found to their great sorry that the Mannor had a greater right to send a Member than any...

GLC03107.03201

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: supporting political representation from the Manor

Duane states that it has come to his attention that James DeLancey proposed a motion that would prohibit the Manor of Livingston from sending a representative to the state legislature, claiming that it violated a previously un-enforced law. Duane...

GLC03107.03202

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading accounts

Robert Cambridge discusses their current trading accounts. He also mentions that he visited his brother Walter, who has managed to retain good sense despite some most unfortunate financial circumstances. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03203

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: political follies of Philip,(1716-1778) Livingston

Duane states "With real Concern I observe your uneasiness at the Turn in the political world to the disadvantage of our Family," but states that Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston is to blame for his troubles in the legislature. According to Duane, "I...

GLC03107.03205

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: new iron ore field

Robert Cambridge writes that he will be supplying iron to the "Greens" from a new ore field, and hopes it is as good as the iron at Salisbury. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03206

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Society for the protection of dissenting religions

Peter Robert informs his father that "We have a Society Established here of Members from the Different Dissenting Congregations in the City . . . in order to inform the Different Congregations in the Province of every thing that is carryed on here in...

GLC03107.03207

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading

Robert Cambridge states that their Sloop is scheduled to depart shortly, and he has therefore enclosed his father's bond. He discusses some other trading offers and the market value of goods.

GLC03107.03208

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: disfavorable politics

James Duane expresses his outrage at Col. Renselaer's treatment of Robert, Jr., and explains that a recent meeting of Commissioners has resulted in some policies that will be detrimental to New York.

GLC03107.03212

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: celebration of the birth of a son

Duane announces the birth of a son, and assures Robert, Jr. that he will procure Mr. Du Bois's debt to him. He also notes that he has no news of Col. Renselaer doing anything to harm him, and offers his assistance to Robert, Jr., who lives with the...

GLC03107.03215

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: resolution in the House

Peter Robert states that the legislative House has adopted a resolution dictating that no money will be given to Troops. He also notes that he is anxiously awaiting the arrival of Capt. Walker, who is carrying money that Peter Robert must use to pay...

GLC03107.03216

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage to Robert, Jr.' s daughter, Alida

Valentine Gardner informs Robert, Jr. that he has just wed Alida Livingston, and begs forgiveness for having rushed into it without Robert, Jr.'s consent. He assures Robert, Jr. that he will be a most faithful husband and will make Robert, Jr.'s...

GLC03107.03217

Account of Peter Bain re: rent paid to Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03218

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

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

Peter Robert states that he believes a favorable decision regarding Philip, (1716-1778) Livingston's seat in the legislature will be made in the next week.

GLC03107.03220

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage of sister Alida

Peter Robert writes that he is happy that his father is no longer angry with his daughter Alida for marrying without consent, and notes that she made a good choice with her husband. He also states that some new measures have been proposed regarding...

GLC03107.03221

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

"An account of Cash paid by Robert C. Livingston for altering & repairing . . .

. . . the store at White Hall for a/c. of Rt. Livingston Junr. Esqr."

GLC03107.03223

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulties settling land dispute

Peter Robert gives an account of some proceedings to decide the boudaries of the Manor, and regrets that he believes Mr. Renselaer will do everything he can to destroy their case. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03224

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision regarding representation

"DeNoyoll yesterday moved for leave to bring in a bill to Prevent the Bouroughs of Westchester, Schenectady, & the 3 Manors from having an exclusive right to vote for the Member that they each respectfully send; but that each freeholder in the County...

GLC03107.03225

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: baptism of his son

John Schuyler writes that he has baptized his son, and asked James Duane to be the Godfather, which he hopes agrees with Robert, Jr. He also states that he fears he has just met with a great loss of money at sea, as he has been expecting a vessel...

GLC03107.03226

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling the Manor's affairs

Peter Robert gives his father information regarding the settlement of the Manor's affairs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03227

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: uproar in the City

Peter Robert states that there has been great turmoil in the City since some British soldiers attempted to cut down the liberty pole. A number of skirmishes between citizens and soldiers resulted, with some blood shed, and Peter Robert notes that...

GLC03107.03228

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision to move to Dutchess County

Robert, Jr.'s nephew Philip J. Livingston writes that he will be moving to Dutchess County from New York City, and explains "My Reasons for this proposed change of settlement arise from the great Decline of Business in our Profession in the City...

GLC03107.03229

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading losses

Robert Cambridge describes some serious trade losses, and states that he will stick to trading dry goods from now on. He also advises his father on purchasing a land patent, and discusses the value of wheat at the moment.

GLC03107.03230

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: commotion regarding the Liberty Pole

Peter Robert states that there has been a great uproar in the City regarding the destruction of the Liberty Pole, and explains that they are looking for a new place to erect it.

GLC03107.03231

Agreement to purchase Sloop Polle from Robert Livingston, Jr.

Petrus Post and Davis Schonmaker agree to purchase the Sloop Polle from Robert Livingston, Jr., and pay him according to a certain schedule. Signed by both Post and Schonmaker. Robert, Jr. signed for receipt of payment.

GLC03107.03232

to Robert Livingston, Jr.re: the prosperity of Robert, Jr.'s mills

Robert Cambridge congratulates his father on maintaining his mills throughout a period of "downfall and destruction." Preceded by a letter dated 19 February 1770, in which Robert Cambridge discusses the sale of his father's sloop, and also mentions...

GLC03107.03233

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: seditious uprisings in the City

Duane states that "We are now run mad with Faction & party; not in defense of our Common Rights, but against each other," and criticizes the seditious plots that seem to proliferate at the moment. He explains that he lives in constant fear of...

GLC03107.03235

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: desire to run for Treasurer

Glen explains that in light of the recent failure of his trading business, he would like Robert, Jr. to support him in an election for Treasurer.

GLC03107.03236

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: further frustration with the DeLancey's

Peter Robert states: "The DeLanceys are striving their utmost to make our famaly ridiculous and to keep them out of all Posts of Honour Profit and are determined to oppose every thing and every Body that they support which is too hard to bear I could...

GLC03107.03238

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: offer to sell wheat

Robert Cambridge states that a large shipment of wheat is expected, and he wonders if Robert, Jr. would care to purchase it.

GLC03107.03240

Agreement to dig iron ore for Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03241

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trial of rioters of Monmouth County

Walter writes that he just tried the rioters of Monmouth County, in which some were acquitted, and others were fined or imprisoned. He notes that they were so satisfied with themselves that they pulled down their own liberty pole.

GLC03107.03242

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: concern for a "crazy" man

John Dings, Geret Braun, Jury Strider, and Addam Husenrought inform Robert, Jr. that they have sent him Peter Hermonus "who is so Crasey that we dare not Trust him with his wife & Children, he raves night & day Jumping about & throughing fire so that...

GLC03107.03243

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news from the iron works

Docketed on address leaf. Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03244

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for clothing and linen

"It is a very hard matter I must suffer thus for want of Cloathing & linen, & in Confinement, I humbly intreat you, that you will be pleased thro' pitty to a Confined Prisoner (unlawfully detain) that you'l send, & demand those things." P.2 is a...

GLC03107.03245

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: family afflicted with small pox

Robert Cambridge writes that there is little chance that his brother Henry will recover from the pox, but notes with hope: "As many people, that have been afflicted with this malignant disorder, have overcome it, when they were on the verge of...

GLC03107.03246

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage of Capt. Gardiner

Moses Gunn writes that he has news of the marriage of Robert, Jr.'s daughter to Capt. Gardiner, and wishes to know more on that subject. He also notes that he has had no word from Robert, Jr.'s son, Peter, despite a great number of opportunities to...

GLC03107.03247

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

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sister Catharine's husband, Mr. John Patterson

James Duane writes that his sister-in-law Catharine and her husband John Patterson are glad that Robert, Jr. has permitted them to visit him. He explains that Patterson has hope of financial recovery, and "he is by no means destitute." Duane also...

GLC03107.03249

Memorial to John Earl of Dunmore Captain General & Governor in Chief of New York

Robert Livingston [(1718-1775)] explains that as a member of New York's Supreme Court, he is entitled to sit in the General Assembly and vote on issues of great significance. However, he explains that Mr. Colden denied him this privelege, which is a...

GLC03107.03250

to [Robert Livingston, Jr.] re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.03251

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: small pox

Walter writes that small pox has now reached Brunswick, and that he has innoculated almost his entire family.

GLC03107.03252

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: conflict regarding seat in the Assembly

Robert Livingston (1718-1775) describes recent developments in his attempt to regain a seat in the Assembly, and how party politics have obstructed the process. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.03253

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: meeting of supervisors

Stevenson informs Robert, Jr. that he spoke to Mr. Ten Eyck regarding the meeting of Supervisors, and found out that the last meeting was adjourned due to a low attendance. He also notes that he has sent Robert, Jr. a pound of green tea. Docketed...

GLC03107.03254

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

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a weaver

Patrick McArthur explains that he and the other men in his neighborhood have been in great need of a weaver, and ask that Robert, Jr. send them Hendric Francisco to fill this position, and to also give him a plot of land and a garden. Docketed on...

GLC03107.03256

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of wheat

Robert Cambridge encourages his father to accept a shipment of wheat that he believes will sell at a good price.

GLC03107.03257

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for more credit

Stevenson explains that he has been slow in repaying his debts due to hard times and the scarcity of money. However, he notes that he is hopeful that the particularly fine quality of the crops at the moment will change his situation, and he...

GLC03107.03258

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling account

Bogardus states that he has sent the outstanding balance of his account with Robert, Jr. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03259

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