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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: death in the family

Philip sends his condolences for the death of Robert, Jr.'s cousin Johnie; and devotes most of the letter to describing trading plans and instructions. He also notes that a French war seem inevitable, and encourages Robert, Jr. and his brother...

GLC03107.02602

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading voyages to Jamaica & Madiera

Philip conveys his hopes for successful trading ventures to Jamaica and Madiera, and gives instructions for what he would like to be put on the ships.

GLC03107.02603

Bill for goods bound for London on the ship Britannia

The bill states that a quantity of animal skins will be shipped to London on the accounts of John Visger, Jr. and Jacob Ten Eyck on board the Britannia, with Jasper Farmer as the Captain. On the bottom of the bill, noted that it was printed by John...

GLC03107.02604

Insurance for the Jamaica Packet on a voyage from Jamaica to New York

Robert, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Jamaica Packet in his own name. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment for the insurance, dated 4 December 1740.

GLC03107.02605

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading losses

John discusses some trading losses that he recently suffered, and regrets to state that he blames Robert Jr. and their brother Philip for the blunder, as they acted carelessly and without proper consideration. He also congratulates Robert, Jr. on...

GLC03107.02606

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of war with the French, trade on the Oswego

Philip believes it will not be long until they are at war with the French, at which time he will retreat from the troublesome town of Albany. He discusses in length the trading ventures of the ship Oswego, forecasts high prices for bread and flour...

GLC03107.02607

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade with Captain Hayman

Gulston, Jackson, & St[adt] sent the letter per Captain Hayman, and ask Robert Jr. to assist him in the disposal of his cargo, to procure wheat and other provisions at a good price for him, and also to provide the Captain with whatever goods and...

GLC03107.02608

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: government

Philip requests that Robert, Jr. assist some men in obtaining government positions.

GLC03107.02609

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading bills

The traders Peter and Dominik Joyce discuss some outstanding financial matters with regard to overseas trade. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02610

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Aneram

Robert, Jr. took out an insurance policy on the Brigantine Ancram for its voyage from New York to Antigua, St. Christopher, and St. Eustatia. George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. on [?] February 1741.

GLC03107.02611

Invoice of goods from the store at the Manor

Invoice includes strouds, calicoes, paper, silk, saws, and English Bibles.

GLC03107.02612

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: insurance for the ship Oswego

John requests that Robert, Jr. not take out insurance on the Oswego for him; and also forwards news of the family and Robert, Jr.'s son Philip.

GLC03107.02613

to John DeWitt re: unable to send lime juice

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02614

Account of Capt. William Boyd and the Brigantine Aneram

Charges are for making sails and other tasks on the ship.

GLC03107.02615

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of Robert, Jr.'s goods

Yeomans & Escutt inform Robert, Jr. that they have sold his wine and pipes, and mention that shipping rice would not be profitable at the moment. Marked as a copy. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02616

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: market prices of wheat and flour

Preceded by a copy of a letter from 19 April 1741, in which Charles Mayne & Co. ask Robert, Jr. not to purchase any wheat on their account, but to buy flour instead. In the letter from 28 May 1741, they write that they have heard of the prohibition...

GLC03107.02617

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Ancram

Robert, Jr. took out the insurance policy in his name to cover a round trip voyage of the Brigantine Ancram from New York to St. Christopher. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. for the policy, dated 4 May 1741.

GLC03107.02618

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: the death of Mr. Escott

Mr. Yeomans writes that he has not disposed of Robert, Jr.'s wine as requested, and explains that he has been unable to due to the sudden death of his business partner Mr. Escott. He requests that Robert, Jr. inform their acquaintances in New York...

GLC03107.02619

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prohibition on exportation of provisions

Leyborne, Rossley, and Rockiliff state that they have just been informed of a new law that prohibits the exportation of wheat, flour, and biscuit to the Kingdom of Portugal. They request, however, that they not be forced to pay a penalty due to the...

GLC03107.02620

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: account balance

Curtin states that he has an outstanding balance coming to him, and would be happy to receive it in whatever way Robert, Jr. deems best for the market. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02621

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

Dominik Joyce & Co. discuss their business concerns with Robert, Jr., place orders for bread and flour, and state the market prices of provisions. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02622

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans for the new iron works

Philip discusses plans to visit the Manor to check on the progression of the iron works, and requests that Robert, Jr. ship some goods. Followed by another letter, dated 13 July 1741, in which Philip gives urgent orders to mill flour and bake bread...

GLC03107.02623

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: hopes for a profitable iron works

Philip discusses his concerns regarding the construction of the iron works, and the type of materials and workers he must acquire in order to be successful. He also notes that he may give up trade, and also gives his son instructions on shipping...

GLC03107.02624

Account of Capt. William Boyd

Charges are for planks, timber, brooms, and other items.

GLC03107.02625

Account of Capt. William Boyd for the Jamaica Packet

GLC03107.02626

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02627

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Ancram on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

P.3 contains a note signed by George J. Moore in which he acknowledges receipt of payment from Robert, Jr., dated 21 August 1741.

GLC03107.02628

Account of Capt. John Waddell

GLC03107.02629

Account of Capt. John Waddell for the Ship Oswego Packet

Charges are for ship beer.

GLC03107.02630

Account of Capt. William Boyd for the Jamaica Packet

Charges are for labor performed on the vessel.

GLC03107.02631

Account of Mr. Livingston for the Ship Oswego Packet

GLC03107.02632

Account of Capt. John Waddell for the Ship Oswego Packet

Docketed on verso

GLC03107.02633

Account of Capt. William Boyd for the Jamaica Packet

GLC03107.02634

Account of Capt. John Waddell for the Ship Oswego Packet

Account is for 19 days of labor.

GLC03107.02635

Account of Capt. John Waddell for the Ship Oswego Packet

The account is for wages owed to Radett for labor.

GLC03107.02636

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: falling price of grain

Leyborne, Rossey, & Rockiliff note the declining market values of grain, and are thankful that they are not overburdened with a huge amount of it. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02637

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: invoice for provisions

Curtin writes to send an invoice for Robert, Jr.'s flour, and informs him of what sales he has made. Preceded by a copy of a letter from 4 October 1741. Curtin explains that a sloop carrying some of Philip Livingston's flour was carried off to...

GLC03107.02638

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of bread and flour

Curtin explains that a sloop carrying some of Philip Livingston's flour was carried off to Hispaniola by the Spanish, and has not been heard of since. He also discusses the sale of Robert, Jr. and Philip Livingston's provisions in Jamaica, and...

GLC03107.02639

Account of Capt. John Waddell

The account is for 60 pounds of candles.

GLC03107.02640

Invoice of flour on board a vessel bound for New York

P.1 contains an invoice of the flour Philip Livingston sent to his son Robert Livingston, Jr. In his letter on p.3, DeWitt notes that Philip Livingston traveled up to Ancram, and he also asks Robert, Jr. to send him some rum and salt. Docketed on...

GLC03107.02641

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: upcoming voyage of the Ship Oswego

Philip asks to put some goods on board the Oswego for its upcoming voyage to South Carolina, Saint Christopher, and Amsterdam; and hopes that it will be a most successful voyage. He also notes that he has no knowledge of the fate of an Irish voyage...

GLC03107.02642

Insurance policy for Brigantine Ancram on a voyage from Jamaica to New York

On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment from Robert Livingston, Jr. on 2 and 14 of November 1714.

GLC03107.02643

Account of Capt. John Waddell for the Ship Oswego Packet

Account is for making and mending sails, and also some rope.

GLC03107.02644

Account for the Brigantine Ancram

Account runs from 20 November 1741 to 8 January 1742.

GLC03107.02645

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: mate and sailors for the sloop

Shipman writes to inform Robert, Jr. that he has procured a mate and sailors for his sloop, and that he expects to arrive with them in New York next week.

GLC03107.02646

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business waning in Jamaica

Keteltas writes that the markets continue to decline, and there is nearly no demand for bread or flour, as there is an overflow of it on the market at present. He states that there are no prospects for any further business in Jamaica, and he has...

GLC03107.02647

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: delay in payment

Appelgate apologizes for his delay in repaying Robert, Jr., and explains that his wife just had a child and he needs a little bit more time. He thanks Robert, Jr. for all his assistance and patience, and offers to oblige him in whatever manner he...

GLC03107.02648

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Ancram on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

GLC03107.02649

Insurance policy for the Brigantine Ancram on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

GLC03107.02650

Invoice of flour and bread shipped to Robert Livingston, Jr. in New York

GLC03107.02651