1709

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Manuscript document signed

Title: "Instructions to be given to the two Indians to be sent . . .

. . . to Montreal, and Quibeck." Document leaves instructions to take careful note of troops and fortifications in Canada. The document is also signed by Col. Fr. Nicholson.

GLC03107.00807

1700/05/11

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: note of introduction of William Lombard

Vetch recommends the bearer of this note, William Lombardi, to Livingston as a "person...you will be verie well satisfied with." Docketed.

GLC03107.00535

1699/09/11

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: request that Livingston send goods with his son

Vetch requests that Livingston send his son down to him as soon as possible, and to send with him half a dozen beaver and bear skins.

GLC03107.00461

1701/09/16

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: request for his wife to be looked after during his trip

Vetch sends his regards to his father-in law, explaining that his venture should only last 2 months, and entreats Livingston to look after Margaret who is "too much given to MeLanckoly." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00636

1712/11/20

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: family concerns

Vetch forwards his and his wife's regards to the Livingston family, and discusses the health and well-being of their relations.

GLC03107.00945

1713/01/25

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: travel to Boston

Vetch expresses his hope that Jo[h]anna Livingston will remain in Boston until his wife Margaret is ready to travel there in the spring. He also mentions that he anxiously awaits news from abroad, as there is "a mighty ferment in the nation still about peace and warr."

GLC03107.00995

1713/04/24

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: family concerns

Vetch expresses concern over the loss of John Livingston's wife, and hopes that his wife and her sister Jo[h]anna will be in each other's company soon. He also mentions some trouble abroad relating to hostility against Protestants.

GLC03107.01007

1714/01/25

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: caution regarding G.N.

Vetch instructs Livingston to be cautious when dealing with G.N. [Governor Nicholson], who is an enemy to Governor Hunter, and determined to work against Livingston in the matter with the palatines.

GLC03107.01043

1713/12/28

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: warning of Governor Nicholson

Vetch writes to warn Livingston of Nicolson's hostility toward Livingston and Governor Hunter, and also explains his own conflicts with the man. Vetch also indicates that Nicolson is not interested in sorting out Livingston's account with the palatines, and expresses his hope that Livingston will not have to travel to Great Britain in order to get his money.

GLC03107.01045

1714/03/08

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John Livingston re: plans for a meeting before their departure for Britain

Vetch states that he would like to meet with John and father Robert Livingston before their trip to Great Britain. He also discusses the apparent madness of Governor Nicholson.

GLC03107.01053

1701/09/08

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alida Livingston re: note of deepest respect

Vetch writes his mother in law, Alida, that he shall always have her in his thoughts, and that he will soon depart on another voyage. He hopes that Alida will look after his wife Margaret in his absence, and also forwards some effects of a voyage he recently took. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02178

1701/12/25

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alida Livingston re: misfortune and suffering

Vetch prays that he may have the patience to bear what God has inflicted upon him, and believes that his misfortune must be a part of God's greater designs. He sends his respects to Alida, and hopes that she may yet see her grandchildren. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02181

1714/04/06

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: the malicious acts of Governor Nicholson

Vetch writes to bid farewell before his departure and to inform Livingston of the malice of Governor Nicholson, who did everything he could to keep Vetch from going to England.

GLC03107.01060

1714/06/07

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: arrival in Great Britain

Vetch writes to announce his arrival in Britain. He states that he will address the repayment of Livingston's palatine bills, but notes that there is little hope for the repayment of any public money at the present time.

GLC03107.01080

1716/08/25

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's reputation in England

Vetch writes to say that Livingston has acquired a poor reputation in England, which does not bode well for the repayment of his money. He also notes that his wife, Margaret Vetch, has informed him that Livingston has failed to answer her letters and give her financial assistance. Vetch reprimands Livingston for this and laments the fact that financial difficulties have forced Livingston to treat his children in such a manner.

GLC03107.01112

1709/06/20

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Manuscript document signed

Title: Abstract of the journal of Samuel Vetch

Itemized account of various occurrences on a sea voyage.

GLC03107.00804

1711/01/17

Vetch, Samuel, 1668-1732

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: victualling garrisons

Vetch explains that he has travelled from Annapolis to Boston in order to settle the accounts of the garrisons. He discusses how he will cover the expenses and acquire the necessary provisions. He also talks of moving his family from Annapolis and discusses a "Canada Expedition" that has been delayed due to troubles abroad.

GLC03107.00822