1775-1776

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Manuscript document

Title: Account book of provisions purchased for the Continental Army

GLC03107.04356

13 December 1775

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Recommends distributing the horses over more sleighs in order to transport the artillery. Knox was then on a mission to bring British artillery pieces captured from the British earlier that year at Fort Ticonderoga to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Livingston was then serving on the commissary of stores and provisions for the department of New York.

GLC02437.00228

8 October 1789

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Writes, "[m]y absence from Town will apologize for my drawing on you, for two Quarters Home Rent, which will become due on the first of next month." Asks that he pay a draft of £130 sterling, and provides a date and location for payment. Noted as written at "Manor Livingston."

GLC02437.04382

February 1, 1790

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Asks Knox if he will be engaging the house where he is presently staying, for the coming year. Informs Knox of the change in rent and his reasons for the increase.

GLC02437.04494

February 4, 1791

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Writes that "the Collector of Taxes has twice called on me for rates that have been due for some time." Directed him to speak to Mr. [Nicholas] Hoffman since he did not have an order from Knox to discharge them.

GLC02437.04849

16 June 1791

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry Knox

Livingston tells Knox that he is enclosing "the Collectors receipt for the Taxes assessed on the House you occupied last year" (not included). Stamped "FREE" on verso.

GLC02437.05000

1770/06/02

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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

1770/12/27

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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

1775/06/21

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news of American troops

Walter writes that he has heard of plans to send troops to New York under General Worcester, and notes that Coll. [George] Washington, "a good soldier and a man of sense," if to be appointed commander-in-chief of the American forces. He also asks his father to assist him in obtaining the office of Paymaster General for the province of New York. Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.03330

1775/12/26

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: false rumor of Richard Montgomery's death

Walter describes his relief at having received a letter from Richard Montgomery, which confirmed that he is still alive, despite rumors to the contrary. Walter writes that Montgomery seems in good spirits, and "says the Walls of Quebeck are in a defenceless situation."

GLC03107.03338

1776/02/09

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: good price for iron

Walter writes that some customers were pleased with Robert, Jr.'s price for iron; and also notes that he will bring some bread down later in the week.

GLC03107.03340

1776/06/12

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: report of affairs in Canada

Walter writes that their Commanding Officer behaved most cowardly at the battle at Cead[us] and allowed all of his men to be taken prisoner, while others were massacred by Indians. He notes that he has had conlficting accounts of the war in Canada, some relating despair, while others state that they will soon take Quebec. Walter also states that a good many soldiers are afflicted with small pox.

GLC03107.03346

1776/07/27

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of panic spreading

Walter states that the growing number of sick and enfeebled individuals may strike a panic throughout the country, but does not think it necessary for Robert, Jr. to leave the Manor at this time. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03351

1769/04/09

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: 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 any summer grain in the ground.

GLC03107.03194

1767/10/26

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: affairs at the Manor

Walter assures his father that the Manor has been in order since he departed, and states that a legal action concerning a farm will not be tried until May.

GLC03107.03138

1784/01/03

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: nomination for Commissioner of the Treasury

Walter states that while he was in Philadelphia he was nominated for a Commissioner of the Treasury. If he should be chosen for this position, he would have to give a security deposit, and asks his father if he would agree to be his security. He also notes that Congress will meet in New York, and that men have been nominated for the Federal Court. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03564

1785/02/25

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: support for action against Robert Livingston

Walter states that John Adams has been elected to be a minister for the Court of London, and is also a minister at the Hague. Additionally, Walter supports his father's decision to take legal action against Robert Livingston (1746-1813) in order to maintain his property rights. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03570

1785/01/10

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for security deposit

Walter asks his father once again if he would provide a security deposit for him for a governmental position. He also notes that war between "the Emperor" and Holland seems inevitable. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03575

1785/08/05

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: moulds for fire places

Walter states that he has sent up moulds for fire places that he would like built at the iron works.

GLC03107.03584

1785/10/03

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: progress of his travels

Walter writes that he has just arrived in Leicester, and will continue on to Boston and then Providence in a few days. He also notes that there is no account of any French arrived in Rhode Island.

GLC03107.03589

1786/03/14

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: support for Genl. ten Broek for Senator

Walter states that he and his brothers agree that their father should support General ten Broek for Senator in the next election. He also discusses his desire to purchase land around Fort Schuyler, but believes that he has missed his opportunity. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03615

1792/04/14

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Manuscript document signed

Title: Conveyance of land to Henry Livingston

Peter R. Livingston signed as a witness to the agreement on p.3. Docketed on p.3.

GLC03107.04357

1789/09/09

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans to visit the Manor

Walter writes that Congress is scheduled to adjourn in a few weeks, so he should be dismissed shortly, and will depart for the Manor at that point. He also informs Robert, Jr. of the educational pursuits of his children.

GLC03107.03667

1789/11/30

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: unable to purchase continental securities

Walter writes that he was unable to purchase the continental securities that Robert, Jr. requested.

GLC03107.03671

1789/12/20

Livingston, Walter, 1740-1797

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: state finances

"The bare attempt [of Congress] to adopt the State Debts will have an effect on the price of State Securities as many people will Speculate in them, especially as the Continental Debt has risen in price beyond their expectation and it now requires a large Capital to purchase any considerable quantity of that kind of paper." Walter also discusses a forthcoming legal action against Chancellor Robert Livingston (1746-1813).

GLC03107.03674