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Record book of the land surveys of the Manor of Livingston

The book records measurements of various lots of land on the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.04405

to Jacob Vosburgh re: order to make payment to Robert Livingston (1654-1728)

GLC03107.04409

to John DeWitt re: forthcoming shipment of wheat for Mr. Livingston

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04414

to John DeWitt re: buying and trading wheat

Docketed on verso

GLC03107.04416

"Suggestions Relating to my Couz: Building a Griss Mill on Roelif Jansens Kill in the Manor."

The document discusses various attempts to build a mill on the Manor of Livingston. Address leaf and docket on verso.

GLC03107.04419

to John DeWitt re: plan to purchase wheat

Philip Livingston expresses concern over DeWitt's inability to purchase wheat, and discusses employing some other individuals to assist witht the problem. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04423

to John DeWitt re: settling the price of wheat with tenants

Philip Livingston complains of the stubborness of his tenants to settle on a fair price for wheat, and instructs John DeWitt on how to handle this issue with the tenants. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04426

to John DeWitt re: trading arrangements

John Livingston makes trading arrangements with John DeWitt on behalf of his father, Philip Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04427

to John DeWitt re: order for tenants to fix roads

Philip Livingston instructs DeWitt to order the Manor's tenants to fix the roads as they were ordered to. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04429

to John DeWitt re: instructions to sell tea

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04431

to John DeWitt re: decline in the demand for wheat

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04433

to John DeWitt re: order to start the mills

Philip Livingston writes of his concern regarding ice in the mills, and asks DeWitt to do whatever is possible to free the mills and the dam of ice.

GLC03107.04436

to John DeWitt re: freeing the mills and dams of ice

Philip Livingston writes that it is a priority to free the dams and mills of ice, and asks DeWitt to take responsibility for the job. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04438

to [John] DeWitt re: request for his watch

GLC03107.04442

to Peter DeWitt re: settling of accounts

GLC03107.04444

to Peter DeWitt re: trade arrangements

GLC03107.04445

to Peter DeWitt re: slave trade

Robert Livingston, Jr. describes the multiple deaths of enslaved people on a trading vessel, and expresses disappointment at the financial loss.

GLC03107.04449

to Peter DeWitt re: trade

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04453

to Peter DeWitt re: receipt of payments

Stevenson acknowledges receipt of some payments, and also orders a shipment of butter.

GLC03107.04455

Receipt of payment from James Wallace

Peter Van Brugh Livingston acknowledged receipt from James Wallace of a payment due to Edward Spear.

GLC03107.04459

to Samuel Vetch re: closer correspondence

John Livingston writes that he agrees with Vetch's sentiments, and would like to enter into a closer correspondence.

GLC03107.04461

Account of Arnold M. Donald

Gilbert Livingston confirms labor performed by Arnold M. Donald.

GLC03107.04462

Rent agreement between Stephen Sullivan & Hugh McCarter

The document is a rent indenture in which Stephen Sullivan agreed to rent a farm on the island of St. John to Hugh McCarter for an indefinite period of time. John Patterson signed as Sullivan's attorney. Hugh McCarter signed with his mark.

GLC03107.04466

to Mssrs. La Farge & Patterson re: trading disagreement

GLC03107.04470

to Crawfurd Livingston re: frustration over lack of correspondence

Robert scolds Crawfurd for his failure to write.

GLC03107.04477

to C[rawfurd] Livingston re:travel plans

van Rensselaer describes the route he plans to travel to Ohio.

GLC03107.04478

to Crawfurd Livingston re: best wishes for an upcoming voyage

E. Denning offers Crawfurd best wishes for an upcoming voyage down South.

GLC03107.04480

Survey of a farm of Harman Livingston

The document gives a full list of the boundaries of Harman Livingston's farm.

GLC03107.04484

Receipt of 4 fowls

GLC03107.04486

Receipt of four fowls from Johannis Rosman for rent

GLC03107.04487

Receipt from Jurry Snyder of four fowls for rent

GLC03107.04489

Receipt of four fowls for rent

GLC03107.04494

Receipt of four fowls for rent

GLC03107.04495

to Mr. Patterson re: naval blockades

N.B. states that a British fleet has just sailed to France and established a naval blockade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04499

Court case for the charge of trespass brought against Richard Dodge

Walter Patterson served as the plaintiffs' attorney in the court case described in this document. The document states the charges brought against Richard Dodge, and how he is to repair for his act of trespass.

GLC03107.04500

to Walter Patterson re: information regarding their "legacy"

Daniel asks his brother to retrieve whatever information he can about their "legacy," as an individual has offered to pay a substantial sum of money for this information. He also asks why so few of his letters have been answered. Docket and address...

GLC03107.04509

to Walter Patterson re: tenant relations

GLC03107.04510

to Walter Patterson re: need for financial assistance

Walter's brother writes that he must travel to Albany to solicit their mother for financial assistance. The letter is preceeded by a transcription of a court document concerning a case in which Walter acted as the plaintiff's attorney. Docketed on...

GLC03107.04511

to Walter Patterson re: order for pig iron

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04512

Account of Mr. Patterson [in French]

GLC03107.04518

Account of Mr. Patterson [in French]

GLC03107.04521

Account [in French]

GLC03107.04527

Document [in French]

GLC03107.04528

to Mr. Patterson re: request for better behavior.

The letter asks Mr. Patterson if he would "act in a more becoming manner."

GLC03107.04534

to Walter Patterson re: a new surveyor for Hudson

Paddock writes of various people looking to become surveyor for Hudson County. He notes that he would like to act as deputy to that position, but feels he is too old, and his health to poor to take on the responsibility. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04539

to Walter Patterson re: [fragment]

GLC03107.04543

to William D. Patterson re: decision to go to New Orleans

Fletcher writes that he has decided to go to New Orleans to try to procure a job in a counting house, and wonders if he could make the voyage on William's ship. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04552

to Montgomery Livingston re: best wishes for a pleasant stay in Italy

Robert L. Livingston wishes his son Montgomery to enjoy his stay in Italy and to learn as much as he can of its Roman history. He also gives news of the family at Clermont.

GLC03107.04555

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04568

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Robert, John, Walter, and Henry Livingston.

GLC03107.04569

Receipt of wheat

GLC03107.04571

Receipt of wheat

GLC03107.04573

Receipt of wheat for rent due Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04575

Receipt of wheat for rent due the Livingston's

Rent due to Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04576

Receipt of flour from Edward Thorn

GLC03107.04578

Receipt of wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04580

Receipt of wheat for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04581

Receipt of wheat from Johannes Yager of rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04588

Receipt of wheat from Cristobhel Kaughatom for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04601

Receipt of wheat from William Denious for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04606

Receipt of wheat from Wendel Ham for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04616

Receipt of wheat from Markas Lesher for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04617

Receipt of wheat from Peter Has for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04618

Receipt of wheat from Markes Kune for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04620

Receipt of wheat from Cornelius Yosterhoud for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04621

Receipt of wheat from Thomas Patrick for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04623

Receipt of wheat from Benjamin Race for rent due Walter, Robert, John, and Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04628

Receipt of wheat for rent due Walter, John, Robert, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04637

Receipt of wheat from Mynard van de Bogart for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04639

Receipt of wheat from Thomas Traford for rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04640

Receipt of wheat from John Peter Shomaker for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04648

Receipt of wheat from Tunes Minkler for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04650

Receipt of wheat from Urrial Harvy for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04652

Receipt of wheat from George Kallerhouse for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04665

Receipt of wheat from William Wafer for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04668

Receipt of wheat from John Richter for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04673

Receipt of wheat from Jaramiah Ham for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04674

Receipt of wheat from Peter Rote for rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04676

Receipt of wheat from Jarimiah Finger for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04691

Receipt of wheat from Matthias Hoffman for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04695

Receipt of wheat from Nicolas Dickman for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04698

Receipt of wheat from Hantise Miller for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04700

Receipt of wheat from Fredrick Snick for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04703

Receipt of wheat from Calib Finch for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04706

Receipt of wheat from Philip W. Detrick for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04707

Receipt of wheat from Paules H. Kien for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04711

Receipt of wheat from John Turner for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04712

Receipt of wheat from Elishe Smith for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04715

Receipt of wheat from Hendrick Jonson for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04718

Receipt of wheat from William Haulenback for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04720

Receipt of wheat from James Van Deusen for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04723

Receipt of wheat from Nicholas Harman for rent due Walter, Robert, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04724

Receipt of wheat as rent due Robert, Walter, John, & Henry Livingston

GLC03107.04729

Order for investigation of John Borland & Thomas Steel

The document states that Samuel Vetch is indebted to the Queen for a large sum of money, and has run away against her majesty's wishes. It notes that John Borland and Thomas Steel have corresponded with Vetch, and thus orders that they give over to...

GLC03107.04732

Last will and testament of John Forbes

The document is marked as a copy of the original.

GLC03107.04750

Deposition of Jacob Bunce regarding Asa and Benajah Douglas

GLC03107.04767

Deposition regarding Asa and Benajah Douglas

James Douglas testified about Asa Douglas's right to a farm, as there is a dispute in the family on this matter.

GLC03107.04769

to John V. Borough re: receipt of iron and nails

GLC03107.04772

List of deeds, surveys, patents, etc. pertinent to the Livingston Family (1713-1796)

List of various surveys, patents, deeds, and rent accounts made from the years 1713-1796.

GLC03107.04773

Manuscript related to losses incurred by a war

GLC03107.04776