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Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. re: making and mending shoes [in Dutch]

The account began in September 1764.

GLC03107.03018

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. [in Dutch]

GLC03107.03019

Account [in Dutch]

Date on docket is 28 September 1767.

GLC03107.03020

Receipt of payment for the account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03021

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: proposal to exchange lots of land

Bleecker asks Robert, Jr. if he would be interested in exchanging some lots of land in New York. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03022

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plans to pay his father a visit

Robert Livingston, Jr.'s son, Peter Robert, writes that he will pay his father a visit in the coming weeks, and notes that trade has been quite dull recently.

GLC03107.03023

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: expression of gratitude

William Hanna thanks Robert Livingston, Jr. for a gift [of firewood] that has helped him cope with the severity of the winter. He also mentions plans to visit Robert, Jr. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03024

Invoice of goods shipped to Peter Robert Livingston on the account of . . .

. . . Robert Livingston, Jr. Items on the invoice include calico, linen, handkerchiefs, and other fabrics.

GLC03107.03025

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

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03026

Purchase of farm on Livingston Manor from William Krankheyt

Philip Fells states that he has purchased a farm on the Manor of Livingston from William Krankheyt, and agrees to pay his rent to Robert Livingston, Jr., the Lord of the Manor. William Krankheyt and Philip Fells signed with their marks.

GLC03107.03027

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

GLC03107.03028

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade, settling accounts

GLC03107.03029

Account of Peter Myncoop with Samuel Loudon re: barrel jar and pitch

A. Griffiths signed for receipt of the account on behalf of Samuel Loudon.

GLC03107.03030

Account of Giles Loomis with Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03031

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: apology for missing Robert, Jr.'s sons

Warden apologizes for missing Robert, Jr.'s sons when they travelled to Quebec, and explains all of the work that kept him busy at this time.

GLC03107.03032

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

Elliott discusses some trading concerns, and mentions that many people are short of bread this year.

GLC03107.03033

Invoice of sundry merchandise from New York for Robert Livingston, Jr.

The invoice records from whom the goods were purchased, and how much they cost. Items include pork, molasses, sugar, and indigo.

GLC03107.03034

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. [in Dutch]

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03035

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling land dispute

Yates informs Robert, Jr. of some developments in settling the boundaries of Livingston Manor, and asks Robert, Jr. to send him a copy of a land patent and other official documents. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03036

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: meeting of supervisors

Stevenson informs Robert, Jr. of the date for the "yearly meeting of the Supervisors," and asks Robert, Jr. to send him some iron.

GLC03107.03037

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: advice regarding suit against Robert, Jr.

Yates gives Robert, Jr. some free advice on how to handle a lawsuit challenging his rights to certain parts of the Manor of Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03038

Account of sons Walter and Robert Cambridge Livingston

GLC03107.03039

Calculation of the value of a farm on the Manor of Livingston

GLC03107.03040

Indenture with Robert Livingston, Jr. for land in Kinderhook

In the indenture, Robert Livingston, Jr. agrees to lease a house, barn, and orchard in Kinderhook to Hendrick Claue for one year. In exchange, Claue is expected to pay rent and keep the property in good repair.

GLC03107.03041

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and privateers

GLC03107.02708

to the owners of the Sloops Clinton & Mary Ann re: attacks at sea

Seymour and Tucker write that they have met with no success while at sea with the Sloops Clinton and Mary Ann, and the ships have been severely damaged due to attacks made by Spanish sailors.

GLC03107.02709

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns

GLC03107.02710

to the owners of the Sloops Clinton & Mary Ann re: capture of a Spanish sloop

Tucker and Seymour write that they have captured a Spanish sloop with 4000 dollars on board. They explain that they plan to travel to the Bay of Mexico next, where they believe they will find their fortune. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02711

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: payment in New England money or rum

Howell writes that he has settled Robert, Jr.'s affair with "Mr. Mix" and will bring him his payment in either New England money, or good West Indian rum. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02712

Account of John Dean

John Dean signed with his mark for receipt of account on p.2. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02713

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sending down a slave

Philip writes that he has sent down an enslaved person, and advises Robert, Jr. to either sell him, send him to Madiera, or to put him on a vessel if he can.

GLC03107.02714

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

Philip laments the loss of the Oswego, and notes that it will stand as a great blow to their fortune. There is an additional note on the address leaf.

GLC03107.02715

Insurance policy for the Sloop Anne on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

On p.3 Josias Jeffery signed for receipt of payment from Robert Livingston, Jr., dated 26 July 1745.

GLC03107.02716

Insurance policy for the Sloop [Fame] on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

On p.3 Josias Jeffery signed for receipt of payment from Robert Livingston, Jr., dated 26 July 1745.

GLC03107.02717

Insurance policy for the Sloop Griffen on a voyage from New York to Curacao

On p.3 Josias Jeffery signed for receipt of payment, dated 8 August 1745.

GLC03107.02718

Insurance policy for the Sloop Deboras on a voyage from Philadelphia to Curacao

On p.3 Josias Jeffery signed for receipt of payment, dated 8 August 1745.

GLC03107.02719

Account of Capt. Waddell and the Ship Oswego

Charges are for building materials for a ship.

GLC03107.02720

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: unsuccessful voyage

Le Roux writes to inform Robert, Jr. that he has not been able to sell his cargo at a profitable rate, and is therefore sending the sloop back with a full cargo. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02721

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. [fragment]

GLC03107.02722

Lease of land in Dutchess County to Jacob Slaughter

The document outlines the length and terms of the lease between Robert Livingston, Jr. and Jacob Slaughter.

GLC03107.02723

Account of Abraham Mitchel of Philadelphia

Docket notes that this an "account of what skins Br[other] Peter had of Ab. Mitchel, 1751"

GLC03107.02724

"Memorandum about the bills being Numbred In Progression from . . .

. . . N: 1 to 2600 viztt." P.1 notes who numbered which section of bills, and who signed to verify this. P.2 is a print of 12 different British pound notes, voided with a hand-drawn "X."

GLC03107.02725

Insurance policy for the Sloop Charity on a voyage from New York to Curacao

George Harison signed for receipt of payment, dated 23 June 1746.

GLC03107.02726

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

GLC03107.02727

Account of the Brigantine Jamaica Packet

Charges on the account are for hooks and thimbles, bolts, spikes, and other items for a ship.

GLC03107.02728

Verification of the Governor's orders

Palding and Knickerbacker verify that they heard Dr. Asgue communicate the Governor's orders to Robert Livingston, Jr. that he must send up to Albany the powder belonging to Boston. Knickerbacker signed with his mark.

GLC03107.02729

Insurance policy for the Sloop Stork on a voyage from Curacao to New York

George Harison signed for receipt of payment for the policy, dated 26 January 1747.

GLC03107.02730

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: transporting helves, axes, and powder

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02731

"The Privateers, Clinton of New York Tho. Beavans Commdr. & the Defyance . . .

. . . of Rhode Island John Sweet Comdr."

GLC03107.02732

Account of the Brigantine Jamaica Packet

Charges on the account are for bolts, spikes, irons, and other items for a ship. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02733

Account of Capt. Witter

GLC03107.02734

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

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02735

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02736

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

GLC03107.02737

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

Accompanied by an English translation of the document, (see collateral file). Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02738

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading news

Marked as a copy. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02739

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: good price for indigo

Spencer writes that he has found a good selling price for indigo, and Robert, Jr. may therefore send him some if he sees fit.

GLC03107.02740

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business

GLC03107.02741

Insurance policy for the Sloop Oswego on a voyage from New York to London

George Harison signed for receipt of payment from Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.02742

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business and trade

Preceded by a copy of a letter dated 29 June 1748. In both of the letters, Storke and Champion advise Robert, Jr. on what goods are best to sell at the present moment, and discuss other business matters. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02743

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for payment

Docketed on address leaf. Written at Raton and Landing

GLC03107.02744

to Robert Livingston, Jr.

Dominik Joyce & Co. write that there is news of a peace between England, France, and Holland; and also forward the selling prices of goods. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02745

Insurance policy for the Sloop Wolf on a voyage from St. Thomas to New York

GLC03107.02746

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

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02747

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. for his Sloop Flora Mill

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02748

Sale of 1/2 of the iron works at Canaan to Daniel Lawrance

On p.2, ANS by John Hutchinson, Town Clerk, acknowledging the document to be a true copy in the Salisbury records, dated 27 March 1764. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02749

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business requests

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02750

Account of Mary Livingston

Charges on the account are for satin shoes, dishes, and some other items.

GLC03107.02751

Insurance policy for the Ship Oswego on a voyage from New York to Antigua

George Harison signed for receipt of payment.

GLC03107.02752

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Charges on the account are for log wood, beaver hats, and handkerchiefs.

GLC03107.02753

Insurance policy for the Sloop Flora Mell on a voyage from New York to Jamaica

George Harison signed for receipt of payment for the policy.

GLC03107.02754

to Ebenezer Loomis re: action against Brac[e]

Edwards enumerates 4 items that must be proven in the action against Brac[e]. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02755

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

GLC03107.02756

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron works at Ancram

DeWitt informs Robert, Jr. that the iron works at Ancram is thriving, but they will not be able to ship any before April.

GLC03107.02757

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

DeWitt asks Robert, Jr. to send him salt and nails, and also payment for a large quantity of wheat that he purchased for him.

GLC03107.02758

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Charges on the account are for buttons, mittens, gloves, and mohair. Peter Cloppen signed for receipt of payment on behalf of Abraham Lefferts.

GLC03107.02759

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade

French informs Robert, Jr. that he has sold some of his flour, for which he encloses an account of sales. He also requests that Robert, Jr. send him some of his fine wine. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02760

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

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02761

Account of Capt. Jeames Man and the Sloop Flora Mell

GLC03107.02762

Account of John Scott Lawrence and the Sloop Flora Mell

GLC03107.02763

Account of John Scott Lawrence and the Sloop Flora Mell

Charges on the account are the wages due to Bowman for several days labor. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02764

Account of John Scott Lawrence and the Sloop Flora Mell

The charge on the account is for carpentry work.

GLC03107.02765

Portage bill for the Sloop Flora Mell

Written in Curacao

GLC03107.02766

Account of John Scott Lawrence and the Sloop Flora Mell

The charge on the account is for candles. Signed by John Scott Lawrence.

GLC03107.02767

"Manifest of the Cargos Onboard the Flora Mell"

Written in Curacao

GLC03107.02768

Account of the Sloop Flora Mell for sundry disbursements

Charges on the account are for rum, meat, and some other items.

GLC03107.02769

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for farm servents

Anderson writes that he is aware of a vessel expected from Holland with servants, and asks Robert, Jr. to procure one for him that is knowledgable of farming.

GLC03107.02770

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

Charges on the account are for limes, oranges, sweet meats, and bread; as well as for labor performed on a voyage.

GLC03107.02771

Portage bill for the Sloop Flora Mell

GLC03107.02772

Account of Isaac Provoost

The charges on the account are from 18 October 1749 and 20 June 1768, for nails, shot, flour, and cornell. Signed by Jeunis [?] Vechten.

GLC03107.02773

Receipt of payment from Jacob Slaughter for one year rent

GLC03107.02774

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: brotherly affection

Philip writes of how he misses his brother Rober, Jr. who has moved from New York and back up to the Manor. He expresses his deepest "brotherly affection," and is "sorry for the absence of so good a Brother."

GLC03107.02775

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: instructions for purchasing property

Moore asks Robert, Jr. to write him with instructions on purchasing some property.

GLC03107.02776

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

GLC03107.02777

"Frieght List of Sundrys from Curacao in the Flora Mell"

GLC03107.02778

to John McKay re: order to cease using meadow ground

Robert, Jr. informs John McKay that he is no longer permitted to use Livingston's meadow ground for any reason. Marked as a copy. Also signed by P. DeWitt.

GLC03107.02779

Account of the owners of the Dover

Charges on the account are from December 1750 to May 1751.

GLC03107.02780

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading

Peter discusses arrangments for shipping and trading on the Dover and Oswego.

GLC03107.02781

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading

GLC03107.02782

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: elections in New York

John writes that a "Paper warr is declared on the Topick of Elections," and believes that it will be more difficult to form a party now than in the past. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02783