1743/05/14

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: surveying boundaries on the Manor

Philip explains that boundaries are being marked for the Manor, and he will insist on being present so that their property is not reduced any more than is necessary.

GLC03107.02680

1743/05/30

Schuyler, Abram, fl. 1743

Autograph letter signed

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

GLC03107.02681

1743/06/09

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: contested boundaries on the Manor

Philip writes that Indians have contested the Livingston's right to a section of the Manor, and claim that they acquired it through illegal means. However, he notes that the contested area is so small, that he will let it go, rather than become involved in a protracted lawsuit.

GLC03107.02682

1744/04/07

Elliott, James, fl. 1744-1773

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Daniel Allen

Charges on the account include oxen, wheat, shoes, tobacco, and butter.

GLC03107.02683

1743/08/05

Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790

Document

Title: Insurance policy for the Ship William on a voyage from New York to Bristol

GLC03107.02684

1743/08/12

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans to sell pig iron

Philip explains that he would like to sell their pig iron for cash rather than barter, and notes that they may have to lower their price on iron if people begin to regard it as too expensive.

GLC03107.02685

1743/08/25

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: "raging distempter" returns to New York

"I am much Concernd with you that the last years ongoing distemper is again Returnd to the City, which seem to be Judgements sent from almighty god to Reprove us, and turn us all from the maney Transgressions & Crying Sins, which we dayly Committ agst. his holy will and comandmts."

GLC03107.02686

1743/10/22

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: running lines in the Manor

Philip explains the work being done to run lines through the Manor, requests an account from Ancram, and notes that the sickness in New York seems to be waning. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02687

1743/12-1744/01

Carpender, Elizabeth, fl. 1737-1743

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Abraham Keteltas for the Jamaica Packet

GLC03107.02688

1744/01/27

Groesbeek, John, fl. 1737-1744

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Abraham Keteltas for the Jamaica Packet

Charges on the account include pad locks, brooms, and nails.

GLC03107.02689

1743/12

Leyborne & Stubbs

Letter

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: demand for corn, flour, and stove pipes

Preceded by a copy of a letter from December 1743, in which Leyborne & Stubbs write that they have not had any luck in selling Robert, Jr.'s wheat and corn, since prices are so low and there is such a great overabundance. In their current letter, Leyborne & Stubbs state that corn is still sold at a low price, but they expect a heightened demand for flour and stove pipes. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02690

1744/01/01

Hansen, Hendrick R., fl. 1744

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: familial respects

Hendrick Hansen, the son of Robert, Jr.'s sister Alida, writes his uncle to declare his devotion to him, and to state his wish that Robert, Jr. will "further and promote" his education. He also sends his blessing for the New Year.

GLC03107.02691

1744/01/02

Sinout, Jacob, fl. 1744

Manuscript document

Title: Account of "Mr. Gravestone"

Charges on the account are for different days' wages.

GLC03107.02692

1744/01

Man, James, fl. 1744

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Abraham Keteltas for the Jamaica Packet

Charges on the account are for various quantities of rum and sugar.

GLC03107.02693

1744/01/10

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron works at Ancram

Philip asks Robert, Jr. to inform him of his plans for the Brigantine this season, and discusses his need for trustworthy employees at the iron works.

GLC03107.02694

1744/01/11

Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a good refiner for the iron works

Philip explains that he must let go the present refiner at the iron works, and therefore requests that Robert, Jr. send up a more suitable candidate for the position.

GLC03107.02695

1744/01/24

Van Ranst, Cornelius, fl. 1741-1744

Manuscript document

Title: Account of Abraham Keteltas for the Jamaica Packet

Charges on the account are for making and mending sails.

GLC03107.02696

1744/01/28

Lamb, Anthony, fl. 1744

Autograph document signed

Title: Account of Abraham Keteltas for the Jamaica Packet

GLC03107.02697

1744/02-1744/03

Keteltas, Abraham, fl. 1724-1744

Autograph document signed

Title: Account of the Jamaica Packet at Curacao

Charges on the account are for expenses accrued while Capt. Keteltas was in Curacao. Written in Curacao

GLC03107.02698

1744/03/05

Livingston, Henry, 1714-1799

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: war with France

Henry writes that there is a possibility of a French invasion of England, but notes that the English fleet is so well fortified that the French would be utterly foolish to attempt an attack. In terms of the progression of the war, Henry believes that the English have had the most victories. He also notes that the Roman Catholics are being forced to leave London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02699

1744/03

Keteltas, Abraham, fl. 1724-1744

Manuscript document

Title: "A Manifest of a Cargo of goods on Board the Brig Jamaica Packquet"

P.1 records the goods that various individuals shipped to Curacao, and to whom these goods were consigned. P.2 is an account of the Brigantine Jamaica and the expenses accrued on the voyage. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02700

1744/12/20

Clarke, John, fl. 1743-1746

Autograph document signed

Title: Account of Dirck Spoor

GLC03107.02701

1744/04/06

DeWitt, Peter, fl. 1741-1750

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns

DeWitt condoles Robert, Jr. on the loss of his Brigantine, and discusses the market for rum and flour.

GLC03107.02702

1744/04/16

Keteltas, Abraham, fl. 1724-1744

Manuscript document

Title: Portage bill for the Jamaica Packet from New York to Curacao

Written in Curacao

GLC03107.02703

1744/05/17

Waddell, John, fl. 1744-1756

Autograph letter signed

Title: to the owners of the Ship Oswego re: the state of the ship's cargo

Preceded by a copy of a letter from 17 May 1744, in which DeWitt writes that the Oswego has arrived safely at Charlestown, S.C. In the current letter, DeWitt states that he will check on the Oswego's cargo, which has unfortunately arrived at a poor time. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02704