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to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: plea for financial assistance

Peter Robert states that he has numerous outstanding debts and creditors threatening lawsuits, and has failed at every attempt to earn money. He writes that he is nearly driven to despair, and implores his father for any assistance in extricating...

GLC03107.03571

Settlement of James Wentworth's account [fragment]

GLC03107.03572

Financial bond

GLC03107.03580

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: progress of his travels

Walter writes that he has just arrived in Leicester, and will continue on to Boston and then Providence in a few days. He also notes that there is no account of any French arrived in Rhode Island.

GLC03107.03589

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: distress over the marriage of his daughter

John states that both he and his wife are much distressed over the marriage of their daughter Cate to her cousin Abraham De Peyster, and their subsequent departure for St. John's. He writes that he never approved of the union, but was still unable...

GLC03107.03591

Sale of land and its improvements on the Manor to Jonathan Holcomb

Jonathan Holcomb also signed the agreement.

GLC03107.03592

Sale of land and its improvements on the Manor to George Shuffelt

Hendrick Clapper signed with his mark. George Shuffel also signed the agreement.

GLC03107.03593

Account of grain received & delivered out of Mansion Mill 12/31/1784- 12/31/1785

GLC03107.03596

Account of Edward Pinder

The account began 3 March 1786. Items on the account include cornell, molasses, sugar, salt, hats, and rum. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03598

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request to settle on Robert, Jr.'s lot in Saratoga

Austin states that he is destitute of a farm at the present, and therefore desires to settle on Robert, Jr.'s lot in Saratoga. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03612

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: support for Genl. ten Broek for Senator

Walter states that he and his brothers agree that their father should support General ten Broek for Senator in the next election. He also discusses his desire to purchase land around Fort Schuyler, but believes that he has missed his opportunity....

GLC03107.03615

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty making payment

Grant apologizes that he will not be able to meet Robert, Jr.'s demand to pay his debt, as he has experienced a number of financial losses.

GLC03107.03619

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a loan

Van Hoesen asks Robert, Jr. for a loan of 3 pounds.

GLC03107.03621

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: success at the iron works

Robert Cambridge writes that he shares his father's joy regarding the success of the iron works, and looks forward to a more favorable iron market. He also laments the prospect of an insect ravaging crops.

GLC03107.03623

Acram Accounts

Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03625

Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.

The account began 1 March 1788. Robert, Jr. owed Stewart money for various jobs.

GLC03107.03632

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: hope for a good season with the furnace

Robert Cambridge writes that although the rainy weather has impeded the blast of Robert, Jr.'s furnace, it will probably prove beneficial in the long run. He also discusses the market value of provisions, and advises Robert, Jr. to send his flour to...

GLC03107.03635

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: pleasant impressions of Canada

Patterson writes that they recently departed from Quebec, and found Canada to be a most beautiful land. He also gives news of a recent act of parliament that will permit the exportation of iron to Great Britain duty free. He advises Robert, Jr...

GLC03107.03640

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: decision not to sell land

Robert Cambridge writes that he has decided not to sell his land this winter, although he believes it to be some of the most desireable land available. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03648

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade arrangement

Wigram states that he will send Robert, Jr. some pig iron, and requests that it be paid for with linens.

GLC03107.03651

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: cost of building a brick house

Robert Cambridge writes that he has consulted a carpenter, and learned that it would cost 50 pounds to build a brick house. He desires Robert, Jr. to relate his sentiments on this matter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03655

Ten year lease of a farm from Robert Livingston, Jr.

David Coens signed with his mark. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.03656

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a shipment of wagon tire and iron

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03657

Various individual accounts with Robert Livingston, Jr.

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03666

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: state finances

"The bare attempt [of Congress] to adopt the State Debts will have an effect on the price of State Securities as many people will Speculate in them, especially as the Continental Debt has risen in price beyond their expectation and it now requires a...

GLC03107.03674

Settlement of accounts of carpenters at Mill Good Hope

GLC03107.03686

to Abraham Decker, Jr. re: order to deliver livestock to James Stewart

With ALS by James Stewart to John Wigram, 6 September 1790, in which he asks Wigram to credit money for livestock to Abraham Decker's account. Docketed on verso. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03688

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: procuring a will

Walter describes his effort to procure a copy of a will from Mr. [Robert (1746-1813)] Livingston.

GLC03107.03689

Account of the estate of the late Robert Livingston, Jr.

Items on the account include linen and buttons.

GLC03107.03695

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: [fragment]

GLC03107.03702

to "your Excellency" re: settling the line between Massachusetts and New York

[Robert, Jr.] writes that now that his "Excellency" is the Governor of the Massachusetts Bay colony, he may finally resolve the violent boundary dispute between Massachusetts and New York. He adds that it is unfortunate that such hostilities persist...

GLC03107.03703

Account of Mr. Johannes House re: wheat, hens, and 18 days riding

GLC03107.03704

Warrant to seize and distrain tenants' goods for unpaid rent

The warrant authorizes an unspecified individual to seize the goods of tenants who have fallen into debt with their rent, and to sell these goods up to the value of the unpaid rent.

GLC03107.03718

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: slack in trade [fragment]

John notes that few people have travelled down from the North this winter, and trade has slackened as a result.

GLC03107.03721

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: business at Ancram [fragment]

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03722

Matter concerning Chancellor Livingston and a mill

Docket reads: "Duane"

GLC03107.03723

Account of Duncan McArthur

GLC03107.03730

Account of the Brigantine Jamaica Packet

GLC03107.03734

Address leaf sent to Robert Livingston, Jr. at New York

With note on address leaf requesting a cask of nails.

GLC03107.03741

"Invoice of Goods from London Antigua Jamaica & New Y[or]k

GLC03107.03748

Account sheet re: linens, stockings, spinning and knitting services

GLC03107.03749

Drawings [for a mill]

GLC03107.03750

Order to the tenants of Robert Livingston, Jr. to cease erecting mills

The order leaves blanks for the date, names of tenants in violation, specific description of the complaint, and the penalty for violating the order.

GLC03107.03752

Settlement of account with Gideon Bushnll

GLC03107.03754

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Charges on the account include oysters and chocolate.

GLC03107.03760

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Charges on the account include coffee and bladder snuff.

GLC03107.03765

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: tenants settled without leases

John Lansing, Jr. writes that he will send more information regarding the tenants who have settled without leases when he returns from New York. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03768

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Charges on the account include corduroy, Irish linen, stockings, buckles, and buttons.

GLC03107.03770

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: alteration to a deed

Banyar writes to say that he has altered the wording of a certain legal deed. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03772

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: building a saw and grist mill

Fuller asks Henry Livingston for 7 years rather than 5 years to build a saw and grist mill. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03775

to Peter Butter re: order to deliver a milk cow to Thomas Sanders

Henry asks Peter Butter to deliver a milk cow to Thomas Sanders and to settle the price with him. In return, Henry will credit Peter's account with Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03780

Copy book of letters begun 18 December 1790

GLC03107.03785

Rent accounts of Jacob L. & Cornelius L. Decker

The account records the back rent owed by Jacob L. and Cornelius L. Decker from the years 1791 and 1792.

GLC03107.03792

Account of wheat received in store for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.03795

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

The account records the sale of wheat.

GLC03107.03796

Account of wheat received in store for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

The account began 4 February 1802.

GLC03107.03797

to Henry Livingston (1753-1823) re: wheat prepared for shipment

Cantine also enclosed an account of wheat received at the store. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03804

Receipt from James Smith of rent due Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

GLC03107.03807

to Isaac B. Williams re: shipment of pig iron for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03813

to Isaac B. Williams re: shipment of pig iron for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03815

to Isaac B. Williams re: shipment of pig iron for Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03816

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: conducting business on behalf of Robert Cambridge

Nicholas Hoffman & Sons explain that while Robert Cambridge is away, they will conduct his business. They refer Robert, Jr. to the enclosed account of sundry goods shipped to him from Robert Cambridge.

GLC03107.03604

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a letter to his son

Henry Clinton asks Robert, Jr. to contact his son who lives in America, and inform him that his family wishes him to return to London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03611

Receipt of payment from Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

John [J]auncey received the payment from Messr. Macaulay & Co.

GLC03107.03758

Account of Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Charges on the account are for tobacco boxes, fish hooks, spectacles, and other items.

GLC03107.03761

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: support for action against Robert Livingston

Walter states that John Adams has been elected to be a minister for the Court of London, and is also a minister at the Hague. Additionally, Walter supports his father's decision to take legal action against Robert Livingston (1746-1813) in order to...

GLC03107.03570

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: application for assistance

Peter Robert writes that the sheriff will arrive tomorrow to arrest him if he does not pay an overdue debt to Mr. Robinson. He pleas with his father one last time to send up the money to settle the affair, and notes: "This has been an unfortunate...

GLC03107.03573

Lease of a farm to Isa Dibble

Robert, Jr. agrees to lease the farm to Isa Dibble for one year.

GLC03107.03577

Receipt of payment from John Van Beuren for iron

Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03578

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron measurements

Peter Schuyler states that he has enclosed the measurements for the iron he needs to complete a mill. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03586

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for extension of credit

Peterson states that due to the scarcity of money, he is unable to clear his debt with Robert, Jr. at the specified time. He then asks for a further extension of credit, and promises to compensate for any personal losses that Robert, Jr. may...

GLC03107.03587

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: setting a date to blow the furnace

John King, the founder at Salisbury iron works, discusses a date for "blowing out" the iron works, and also reminds Robert, Jr. of the payment he expects.

GLC03107.03599

Agreement to purchase wheat for Robert Livingston, Jr.

Messrs. Ten Eyck and Pawling agree to purchase clean winter wheat at the lowest currnet price for Robert Livingston, Jr. In order to enable them to do this, Robert, Jr. will furnish them with equal quantities of money and refined bar iron.

GLC03107.03600

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: return from Convention

Robert Cambridge writes that he has just returned from "the Convention," and states that 4 states failed to appoint Commissioners. The Convention will attempt another meeting in May in Philadelphia, "with more enlarged powers, to proceed agreeable...

GLC03107.03603

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: need to discuss employment and wages

Ford states that he will pay Robert, Jr. a visit so that they may discuss his possible employment and wages as an iron founder.

GLC03107.03605

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling his rent account

Due to the British occupation of New York, White was forced to flee a house he was renting from Robert, Jr.'s son, Walter Livingston. Some confusion resulted from the situation, and he desires to meet with Robert, Jr. and Walter so that he may...

GLC03107.03610

Various accounts

GLC03107.03617

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for an anvil

Ashley asks Robert, Jr. to send him a good forge anvil to the oar hill at Salisbury as soon as possible. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03620

Indenture made with Arent J. Schuyler, John Schuyler, and Philip A. Schuyler

The indenture agrees upon a means to conclude the unsettled obligations of the late Gertrude (Van Rensselaer Schuyler) Livingston among her husband, Robert, Jr., and her three children from her first marriage. Signed by all 4 parties of the...

GLC03107.03622

Ancram Accounts

Written at the Manor of Livingston.

GLC03107.03624

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: complaints regarding sleigh iron

John Robinson & Co. write that they have not been able to dispose of the sleigh iron they ordered from Robert, Jr. as everyone has complained that it is too thick. They therefore desire Robert, Jr. to retrieve the iron and credit their account for...

GLC03107.03630

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: inquiry regarding iron

Ten Eyck & Pawling desire to know if they can rely on having a shipment of iron at the price they proposed. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03631

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: warning of a dishonest deal

Combs writes that Nicholas Stickel is about to "cheat and to coaks [coax] John Peter Caler [Kealor] out of his place and thay have desierd me to Let you know it and to beg your assistence for the old man is out of his head about it and desired you...

GLC03107.03636

Ancram Accounts

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03639

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trading

Robert Cambridge discusses the prices of different goods, and makes business arrangements. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03642

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade arrangement

Thomas Jenkins & Co. make arrangments to trade rum and molasses for two barrels of Robert, Jr.'s superfine flour. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03647

Account of Timothy Loomis

Items on the account include linen, sugar, salt, silk, tobacco, and rum.

GLC03107.03650

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for a shipment of iron

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.03652

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade arrangement

Ten Eyck & Pawling discuss the prospect of procuring and selling wheat.

GLC03107.03653

Receipt of payment for hauling logs at Ancram

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03654

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: order for saws and iron

Tillotsen states that he has sent the bearer of the letter to pick up saws and iron from Robert, Jr.

GLC03107.03659

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for an iron plate

GLC03107.03661

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: order for a set of mill irons

GLC03107.03662

Bond with Robert Livingston, Jr.

Schuyler states that he/she is accountable to Robert Livingston, Jr. for the repayment of a bond worth 200 pounds.

GLC03107.03668

Account of John Wintworth with Ancram

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03672

"Number of Lottery Tickets given to the Childeren"+7 lottery tickets

With 7 typed lottery tickets signed by Abraham Herring. The tickets state: "The Possessor of this TICKET shall be entitled to such Prize as shall be drawn to this Number in the Lottery, agreeable to an Act of the Legislature of the State of New-York...

GLC03107.03675

Payment made by Thomas Williams to Thomas Haywood

GLC03107.03679

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: appeal for relief

Peter Robert states that he is still in a desperate situation with his creditors, who persistently seek ways to have him apprehended by the law. He therefore asks his father to consult with his brothers to find a way to relieve him of this burden.

GLC03107.03680

"Memorandum of Articles wanted for the Store"

Items in the memo include calico, knives, apron check, hog lard, compasses, and chisels.

GLC03107.03682

Account of Thomas Sanders with Ancram

Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03684