1833-1834

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Book

Title: 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

circa 1783-1815

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Manuscript

Title: A story about Charles Matthews

The manuscript relates a story about Charles Matthews and his ability to disguise himself most extraordinarily.

GLC03107.04182

[n.y.]/09/14

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Letter

Title: to Crawfurd Livingston re: plea for forgiveness

The author of the letter begs Crawfurd to forgive him for his faults, and wonders why he is criticized so harshly.

GLC03107.04481

[n.y.]/09/24

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Crawfurd Livingston re: news of the family

GLC03107.04482

[1834]

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Manuscript

Title: "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 speak effectively, and the value of such things as novelty and laughter.

GLC03107.04083

1838/09/19

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Crawfurd Livingston re: gratitude for Crawfurd's letters

Johnston thanks Crawfurd for all his letters and the flattery they contain. He notes, however, that this flattery isn't necessary, as he is happy to write if it will bring Crawfurd such great pleasure.

GLC03107.04134

1897/02/11

Livingston, Johnston, 1817-1911

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Harriman re: thank you for a floral arrangment

Johnston sends his thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Harriman for their gift of a floral arrangement sent for Johnston's 80th birthday.

GLC03107.04176