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to Robert Livingston re: construction of a galley

Gilbert states that there are plans to build a galley if they can find the support and encouragement to do so. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00979

to Robert Livingston re: denial of the marriage of his daughter

Meech denies reports that his daughter has married, and sharply criticizes the sacrilege that he has seen in his church. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00980

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00981

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00982

to Robert Livingston re: expectation of Gov. Nicholson

John expresses his hope that Gov. Nicholson will arrive soon, and states his plan to move back home for a while and settle his business. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00983

to Robert Livingston re: waiting for Margaret Vetch

Jo[h]anna explains that she is waiting for Margaret to arrive in Boston, but offers to return home immediately if her family desires it. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00984

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00985

Account ledger [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00986

"List of small Debts owing at Sopus and Dutchess County"

Below the list of debts, Livingston appoints his son Gilbert as his attorney to resolve the debts.

GLC03107.00987

to the Sheriff of Suffolk County re: misconduct of Samuel Vetch

The royal government orders the arrest of Samuel Vetch and the seizure of his estate so that he may be brought to trial for the misappropriation of government funds. This is followed by a response from Samuel Tyley, Junior Deputy Sheriff of Suffolk...

GLC03107.00988

to Robert Livingston re: debt of Mr. Barclay

Borland complains of an unpaid debt of Mr. Barclay's, and asks that Livingston assist him in procuring the money. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00989

Account of Catryn van Hoese [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00990

to Robert Livingston re: departure for Kingston

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00991

to Robert Livingston re: estate of Dr. George Lockhart

Anderson explains how the executors of Dr. Lockhart's estate are having difficulty finding his papers, and therefore need the assistance of Livingston, who was Commissary of Albany during Lockhart's service. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00992

to Robert Livingston re: death of Mary Winthrop Livingston

Robert informs his father of the death of Mary Winthrop (John Livingston's wife), and also that the Duke of Hamilton and Lord Moon have killed each other in a duel. He mentions that he is waiting news from England regarding the Palatins, and urges...

GLC03107.00993

to Robert Livingston re: items left at Livingston's home

Blackwell asks Livingston if he may retrieve some items that his wife left at Livingston's home a few months ago. The letter is followed by a statement by Jacob Timerman, who acknowledges receiving the goods from Livingston in Blackwell's name....

GLC03107.00994

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...

GLC03107.00995

to Johanna Livingston re: hopes of seeing her sister in Boston

Also contains ALS from Samuel Vetch to Jo[h]anna Livingston in which Vetch apoligizes that his wife missed Jo[h]anna earlier that year, and he hopes that they may meet in Boston in the Spring. Both send their sympathies for the death of Mary...

GLC03107.00996

Receipt of excise money from Robert Livingston

GLC03107.00997

to Robert Livingston re: the death of his wife Mary

John expresses sorrow over the loss of his wife, and informs his parents that he has sent them 2 rings, which he prays they will accept. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00998

to Robert Livingston re: desire to return home

Jo[h]anna discusses the death of Mary Winthrop and funeral preparations; and expresses a strong desire to return home. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00999

to Robert Livingston re: business accounts

Borland discusses outstanding financial matters that need attention. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01000

Receipt

GLC03107.01001

to Robert Livingston re: meeting with the Superiors

Phillip tells Robert that the "Superiors" have excused his father's absence at a meeting in exchange for a turkey and some wine, which Philip has arranged to give them. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01002

to Robert Livingston re: christening of Gilbert's child

Gilbert explains that he and his wife have not yet christened their child, as they are waiting for Robert and the rest of the family to arrive, which has been delayed due to weather. He also mentions that the child seems sickly, which makes them...

GLC03107.01003

to Robert Livingston re: trade and business

Sailes updates Livingston on what business he has accomplished for him. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01004

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01005

to Robert Livingston re: business and the price of goods

Schuyler discusses the price of various goods and the state of their business accounts. He also mentions an unsubstantiated rumor that the French have taken Surinam. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01006

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

to Robert Livingston re: upcoming elections

Hunter states that a list of candidates for Dutchess County has been compiled, and that Robert Livingston is not excluded from this list. He also assures Livingston that he will be paid shortly. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01008

to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

John asks for his parents's consent to marry the daughter of Sarah Knight, and mentions that if they desire, his sister Jo[h]anna may give them a truthful account of the woman.

GLC03107.01009

to Alida Livingston re: consent to marry

GLC03107.01010

to Robert Livingston re: desire to hear from her parents

Jo[h]anna asks why she has not heard from her parents in so long, and wonders why she is not in their thoughts.

GLC03107.01011

to Robert Livingston re: the marriage of their children

Sarah Knight writes to discuss the possibility of the marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth Knight, to John Livingston.

GLC03107.01012

to Robert Livingston re: news from England

Jo[h]anna writes that a ship recently arrived from England with news of peace and that Coll Nicholson is coming to establish a government in Annapolis, in which Samuel Vetch will have his own company. She also mentions the engagement of her brother...

GLC03107.01013

to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna asks for money to buy clothing, and urges her parents to prevent the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She also mentions that John and their sister Margaret Vetch are at odds, as Margaret does not approve of the match....

GLC03107.01014

to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston

Margaret writes to express her strong disdain for the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She believes that it is too soon for John to remarry, and suspects that Elizabeth began planning the marriage before Mary passed away. Docketed...

GLC03107.01015

Account of Robert Livingston

Account for the grinding of wheat and other grains.

GLC03107.01016

to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry

John expresses concern as to why he has not received a letter from his parents, and wonder if he has displeased them in any way. He also states that he is resolved to marry, but would be grateful if they would send their consent. Docketed on...

GLC03107.01017

to Robert Livingston re: longing for home

Jo[h]anna writes of her plan to return home as soon as Margaret Vetch arrives in Boston, and expresses her deep longing to be with her mother.

GLC03107.01018

to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight

John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and...

GLC03107.01019

to Robert Livingston re: offer to attend to Livingston's business

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01020

to Robert Livingston re: friendly regards to the family

Collins refers to Livingston as his brother, and writes of his and his wife's desire to see the family.

GLC03107.01021

to Robert Livingston re: money for clothes, the marriage of John Livingston

Jo[h]anna expresses distress at her father's neglect to write, and desires an answer regarding John's marriage, and money she needs for clothing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01022

to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01023

to Robert Livingston re: inquiry regarding Moses Winthworth

John explains how he received a request from a Mr. Winthworth, whose son Moses is currently stationed on a man or warr, to have his son returned to him. John therefore asks that his father speak to Capt. Van Brugg on his behalf in order to assist Mr...

GLC03107.01024

to Robert Livingston re: assured virtue of Elizabeth Knight

John questions his parents' hesitation regarding his desire to marry Elizabeth Knight, and again invites them to make an inquiry into her background. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01025

to Robert Livingston re: conterfeit money

Jamison states that he has some letters for Livingston that he will send by the next post in August. He also notes that their bills of credit have been counterfeited, and the perpetrator is thought to be a jeweler from Boston. Docketed on address...

GLC03107.01026

to Uncle Robert Livingston re: death of Coll. Schuyler's wife

The letter comes from Robert Livingston's nephew, Robert Junior, who asks that Robert and Alida Livingston attend the funeral of Coll. Schuyler's wife. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01027

"A Catalogue of Books belonging to Robt. Livingston Junior in the Custody . . .

. . . of Archbald Johnsone of the Middle Temple." This is followed by "A Catalogue of a parsell of Books to be bought by Mr. Robt. Hackshaw for Robt. Livingston Junr."

GLC03107.00889

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00835

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00836

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00837

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00838

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00839

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00840

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00841

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00842

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00843

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00844

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00845

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00846

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00847

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00848

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00849

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00850

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00851

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00852

to Robert Livingston: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.00853

to Robert Livingston re: distribution of provisions

Baggs mentions the arrival of a large quantity of provisions and inquires as to how he is to distribute them. He also discusses a legal investigation involving the robbery of a store house and his desire to be better informed of such matters in the...

GLC03107.00854

to Robert Livingston re: account of Robert Livingston

In a brief letter Borland discusses the current state of Livingston's account and gives some news of Coll Vetch and his family. Pages 2 and 3 contain a copy of Livingston's account with Borland. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00855

to John Borland re: order for payment to Robert Livingston

ANS on p.2 from Robert Livingston to John Borland. Livingston requests that the contents of the bill be credited to his own account.

GLC03107.00856

to Robert Livingston re: assistance with money and provisions

DeLancey promises to assist Livingston in whatever way he can by supplying him with what money and provisions he can spare. He also remarks on the government's weak response to the hard times they are all facing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00857

to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's need for money and provisions

Clarke promises to send Livingston flour and other provisions that he expects will arrive shortly, but regrets that he does not have any money that he can presently part with. He concludes by promising to pay Livingston for some barley and hops as...

GLC03107.00858

Account of wheat

List of individuals and the amount paid to them with this wheat.

GLC03107.00859

to Capt. [Wessell ten Bruk] re: [in Dutch]

Contains a second ANS [in Dutch] of 11 March 1711 from Robert Livingston to Major Wessells.

GLC03107.00860

to Robert Livingston re: journey to Great Britain

John informs his father that the vessel he is to travel on has been fitted with goods sufficient to ransom it should it be taken at some point during the voyage; and he requests that Robert look after his wife (Mary Wintrhop) while he is away. John...

GLC03107.00861

to Robert Livingston re: supplies for Mr. Cast

Clarke begins by promising to send Livingston money very soon, and tells him of the gardening tools and seed that he has sent to Mr. Cast. He also asks that Livingston speak to a Mr. [Mayle] about being more generous in his assistance to Mr. Cast in...

GLC03107.00862

to Robert Livingston re: unpaid bills of Jaques Fonteyn and William Shackerly

Bayard informs Livingston that he has not been able to collect payment from Fonteyn and Shackerly for beer that Livingston sold to them, as the two men claim that the beer was not "saylable." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00863

to Robert Livingston re: trial of John Taylo

Robert Jr. explains how Peter Vroman has asked him to assist with putting John Taylor on trial for the crime of trespassing Mr. Vroman's orchard. Robert expresses some apprehension about the job, and asks his father to make contacts and procure...

GLC03107.00864

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.00865

to Robert Livingston re: arrival of Palatins

Clarke informs Livingston of the arrivall of several Palatins, and discusses the need to find a way to settle all of them. He provides an update on the supply of tools and provisions, mentions a land dispute that he is engaged in, and begs that...

GLC03107.00866

to Robert Livingston re: arrival of furs and provisions

Gilbert informs his father that provisions such as rum and animal furs have arrived, and mentions the price at which he intends to sell them. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00867

to Robert Livingston re: charge for goods ordered by Livingston

Jay has sent Livingston such items as iron and steel and requests that Livingston make the payment soon. He also informs Livingston of the death of both Coll. Bayard and his wife. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00868

to Robert Livingston re: shipment of candles and wax

Boudinot informs Livingston of the amount of wax that has been credited to his account as well as the price and quantity of candles that he has shipped to Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00869

to Robert Livingston re: settlement of Palatins

Robert Jr. requests that his father travel to the Manor in order to assist with the settlement of Palatins and the marking of boundaries. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00870

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.00871

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

Docketed on recto.

GLC03107.00872

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00873

Authorization for Alida Livingston to manage the estate during Robert's absence

GLC03107.00874

to John Cast re: a visit from his Excellency

Clarke informs Cast that "his Excllency" will visit the Manor shortly in order to "learn who those people are that infuse these ill notions into the peoples heads." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00875

to Robert Livingston re: concerns regarding French and Indians

Joanna expresses concern regarding the presence of French spies among the Indians, and accounts for goods that her husband ordered her to send to Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00876

to Robert Livingston re: request for Livingston's presence in Albany

Livingston's relations, (John Schuyler, John Collins, Phillip van Corlandt, Geertrayd van Cortlandt, and Phillip Schuyler), request that he travel to Albany in order to help them settle accounts and finish the sale of a plantation. Docketed on...

GLC03107.00877

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

GLC03107.00878

to Robert Livingston re: baking [in French]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00879

to Robert Livingston re: arrival of the Governor

Robert expresses his hope that his father has already sent his business to the Manor so that it will reach them before the Governor arrives. He also promises to look after his father's business in his absence.

GLC03107.00880

to Robert Livingston re: [in French]

Docketed on address leaf. Also contains AN on address leaf.

GLC03107.00881

to Robert Livingston re: request for an answer to enclosed letters

Sharpe forwards two letters from Bristol and requests that Livingston respond by the 28 of May, which is when the boat is due to return. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00882

to Robert Livingston re: letters from the Royal Anne Pacquett

Sharpas enclosed letters from England. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00883

to Robert Livingston re: money and provisions

DeLancey tells Livingston who he should appeal to for money, and notes that Livingston should not depend on him for a supply of wheat. He also expresses satisfaction over the smooth distribution of their deceased grandmother's estate. Docketed on...

GLC03107.00884