circa 1783-1815

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Manuscript document

Title: Bill in chancery against executors of Robert Livingston Jr.'s will

The document outlines Patterson's complaints against the executors of Robert Livingston, Jr.'s will.

GLC03107.04402

1775/11/06

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: attempts to calm tension with England

John Patterson writes that he shall soon set out for Philadelphia, and notes that the people there seem to have become more moderate due to changes in the Assembly. In addition to this more moderate political sensibility, Patterson hopes that the export trade with England will be opened soon. He also expresses a desire for some kind of reconciliation with Great Britain, and thankfully believes that the peace of New York is secure for the moment. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03326

1773/06/22

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: need for Robert, Jr.'s sloop

Patterson writes that it is most important that Robert, Jr. send his sloop down to them before the harvest, otherwise he and his wife will not be able to provide for themselves. If necessary he could take an Albany sloop up to Robert, Jr., but notes that this would be most disagreeable to him. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03283

1773/09/06

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: ready to pay his account with Robert, Jr.

John Patterson asks Robert, Jr. to send him the balance of his account, and hopes that in the future he may provide for his family without relying on his extended famly. He also gives news of various military officers from England. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03288

1773/09/27

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: resolve to keep away from political parties

Patterson states that there is a great deal of feasting and rejoicing in Philadelphia, but states that he is determined to keep away from all party politics. He also mentions that he is quite busy with his business, and forwards Catharine (Livingston) Patterson's regards to her father. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03296

1788/08/07

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: pleasant impressions of Canada

Patterson writes that they recently departed from Quebec, and found Canada to be a most beautiful land. He also gives news of a recent act of parliament that will permit the exportation of iron to Great Britain duty free. He advises Robert, Jr. this most profitable business outlet. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03640

1792/09/14-1792/09/20

Patterson, John, fl. 1777-1792

Manuscript

Title: Various fragmented letters

The manucript contains various fragmented letters and writings by J.P. [John Patterson] to members of the Patterson family, and also to Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04471