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18 June 1855
Brown, John (1800-1859)
to Henry Thompson re: relocation to North Elba, N.Y.
Written on blue stationery of "J. R. Brown, Wool, Butter and Cheese" which has been crossed out. Docketed.
GLC07589
23 September 1772
Sharp, Granville (1735-1813 )
to Anthony Benezet
Written by the British abolition leader Sharp to the American Quaker abolition leader Benezet. References Benezet's letter of 14 May 1772. Sends him (not included here) a short answer he "drew up to check the insinuations of those persons who pretend...
GLC07483.03
1686/07/20
Livingston, Robert (1654-1728)
Conditional release of a tract of land to King James II
During his term as Governor of the province of New York, Thomas Dongan purchased a tract of land called Saratoga from the Mohawk Indians, and then released it to a number of Dutch and English men, among them Robert Livingston, in the form of a land...
GLC03107.01828
1676
Charter of Albany
The document puts forth a number of policies regarding how the city and county of Albany ought to operate. It states that trade with Indians will remain an exclusive privilege of the town's residents, that the people must consent to being taxed...
GLC03107.01862
1683/09/07
Unknown
Settlements along the Susquehanna River
The map marks various settlements of the Senecas, Onondagas, and Cayugas along the Susquehanna River, and the length of travel between them. The accompanying text explains that a detailed account of the river is necessary so that settlers may find...
GLC03107.01923
1685/07/01
Northern Indians
Proposition of the northern Indians and an answer [in Dutch and English]
The proposal was written in Dutch and the answer was written in English. In the response, the Indians are welcomed to settle in Skachkook, where the English will protect them from the French.English translation GLC03107.01939
GLC03107.01939
1685/07/02
Answer to the northern Indians
Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.01941
1685/08/04
River Indians
"Propositions made by the River Indians that live at Skachkook"
The River Indians explain that they have invited some of their Indians from Pinnekook in New England to come and live with them in Skachkook. In their response, the English encourage the Indians to bring their friends and relations to Skachkook to...
GLC03107.01945
1685/12/21
"Propositions made by the Rever Indians that Live at Sckaghkook to . . .
. . . the Magistrates of Albanie." The River Indians state that their Sachem is dead, and they request the protection of Corlaer, as they believe it to be a dangerous time for Indians. They also agree to remain at Skachkook, and to increase their...
GLC03107.01955
1687/09/09
Governor and Council of New York
to the Mayor & Aldermen of Albany re: settlement at Catskill for the Winter
The document orders that the 5 Nations bring their women, children, and old men to Catskill on Robert Livingston's land for the winter, where they will receive any assistance they may need. It also requests that they bring as much corn and...
GLC03107.02008
1688/07/02
Deposition of Symon Groot
The deposition explains that Symon Groot came to the colony in 1638 to trade with the West India Company, and throughout his time here he has repeatedly endangered himself by fighting with the Mohawks in their war with the French and their Indians....
GLC03107.02016
1700/04
"Observations made by Robert Livingston Secretary of Indian Affairs in . . .
. . . his Voyage to Onnondage in April 1700." Livingston reports that the Mohawks have become weak, and many are fleeing to Canada. He recommends that the English send more ministers to convert the Indians, and he also suggests that the Mohawks...
GLC03107.02051
1700/06/11
Onondaga Sachems
Propositions made by the messengers of the Onondaga Sachems
The messengers inform Corlaer that the Seneca Sachems have gone to Canada, and that 5 "Waganhaes" from different nations have recently arrived at Onondaga. P.2 contains Robert Livingston's answer given to the Onondagas, signed and dated 14 June 1700...
GLC03107.02054
1700/06/20
Sachems of the Canada Praying Indians
"Propositions made by the Sachims of the Canada Praying Indians . . .
. . . belonging to their Castle called Kachanua[g]e to the Com[mission] for the Indian Affares." The praying Indians state that they have come to Albany to trade, and ask to be treated with kindness; the Commissioners answer that they will oblige...
GLC03107.02057
1700/08/31
Earl of Bellomont
Answer to the River Indians
The Earl of Bellomont asks the River Indians to invite their brethern the Eastern Indians to reside with them at Skachtkook, where they will receive the King's protection. He expresses his grief at their reluctance to join the Protestant faith, and...
GLC03107.02062
1703/07/06
Mayor and Gentlemen of Albany
"Propositions Made to the Schakook Indians Meet at Shinnechtady on . . .
. . . there Journey and Conveyed By severall Mohogs to settle In the Mohogs Countrey" The proposition asks the Skachtkook Indians why they are travelling to to the Mohawk Country, and advises them to return to where they came from. In their answer...
GLC03107.02072
1704/05/22
Schuyler, Pieter (1657-1724)
to Mr. Whit[r]ing re: death of Indians in the far nations
Schuyler writes that a settlement of French and Indians is to be made on the River Quaasick. He also states that 9 Indians of the 5 Nations were killed while hunting in the far nations, and it remains unknown if the French or the far Indians are...
GLC03107.02075
1710/06/28
Commission on Indian Affairs
Propositions made to the Mohawks and an answer.
The Commissioners state that English families will be settling on the land called Skohere, and they ask that the Mohawks send some men there to accompany the Surveyor General as he searches for an appropriate place to make a road. In their answer...
GLC03107.02098
1711/03/01
Mohawk Indians
Propositions to Hendrick Hanse (Sinnonquirese)
P.1 states that 3 Mohawk Sachems appeared in Albany and requested that Hendrik Hanse, whom they call Sinnonquirese, appear at a general meeting at Sinnondoroge. P.2 records the Mohawks' proposition, dated 5 March 1711, at Sinnondoroge. The Mohawks...
GLC03107.02101
1712/02/10
Schuyler, Peter
to the Commissioners for regulating the palatine affairs re: approaching enemy
Schuyler writes of news that the enemy is approaching, and requests that the Commissioners send their palatines to Albany with the greatest speed and urgency. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02109
1713/02/27
Huddy, Charles (fl. 1713)
to Richard Ingoldesby re: mischief of Johannis Lucas
Huddy writes that Johannis Lucas spread rumors among the 5 Nations, telling them that the English planned to take their land away. Consquently, discontent has spread and many Indians, including the Skachtkook Indians, appear to be removing to other...
GLC03107.02110
1717/06/13
Sachem of the 5 Nations
Private conference between Governor Hunter and Sachems of the 5 Nations
In response to an inquiry, the 5 Nations note that the French have not built a fort in the Seneca's country, but have rather erected a trading post at that site. The Indians state that they are uneasy due to news that the French and English plan to...
GLC03107.02126
1720/08/31
Propositions to the 5 Nations
Schuyler explains the French designs to make a settlement at Onjagore, and warns the Indians that they will be ruined if they allow such a settlement. He discusses the mischievous activity of the 5 Nations in the southern colonies, and advises them...
GLC03107.02138
1720/09/01
Propositions to the Mohawks, Oneidas, Onondagas, and Cayugas [delivered]
Schuyler proposes to renew the covenant chain on behalf of all of the King's colonies, and regrets the absence of the Senecas, who have entered into an agreement with the French. The 4 Nations are asked ot make peace with all English allies, and are...
GLC03107.02139
1722/09/08
"Instructions for Mayor Abraham Schuyler"
Abraham Schuyler is ordered to settle in the Seneca's country for 12 months in an effort to trade with the Far Nations, and invite them to Albany to trade with the English settlers. Schuyler is directed to tell the Far Nations that the English offer...
GLC03107.02150
1725/05/31
Burnet, William (1688-1729)
to [?] re: trade with Indians
Burnet discusses an Act forbidding the 5 Nations to trade with the French, and how the Indians must take an oath in acknowledgement of this Act. He also desires to find some new interpreters, as he is suspicious of Laurence Claese; and he hopes to...
GLC03107.02159
1727/06-1727/07
Rough drafts of proceedings of Commissioners of Indian Affairs
Contains a number of records of the proceedings at meetings of the Commissioners of Indian Affairs, as well as drafts of letters to Governor Burnet. P.1 is a fragment of a larger document that welcomes the Indians to trade with the English, and warns...
GLC03107.02162
1714/04/29
Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)
to Alida Livingston re: no payment from the Governor
Robert writes that his father has not received payment from the Governor, and it is unlikely that he will receive anything on the palatine's account. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02245
1701/09/16
Dutuffeaux (fl. 1701)
to Robert Livingston re: Philip Livingston [in French]
As a part of his education, Philip Livingston spent a year in the Huegenot community of New Rochelle to learn to read and write French. Related to GLC03107.01.00574. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02390
1749/01/23
D.Witt, Petrus (fl. 1749)
to Philip Livingston re: sale and purchase of wheat
D.Witt informs Philip of various business matters on the Manor. He warns Philip that a certain Mr. Hoffman sells his wheat most dishonestly, and strives only to make things difficult for them. D.Witt also notes that the dam at So[d]us is nearly...
GLC03107.02487
1740/12
Livingston, Philip
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
1749/10/04
Anderson, John (fl. 1749)
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
[n.d.]
History of the Livingston family
The manuscript traces the Livingston family back to its first descendents in Scotland. It was thought that the first member of the Livingston family was a Hungarian man who arrived in Scotland in 1070.
GLC03107.04825
1680/05/24
James, Duke of York (fl. 1680)
Appointment of John Levin to be the agent and servant in New York
James Duke of York appointed John Levin to be his agent and servant in New York, and to inquire about rents, profits, and other similar matters.
GLC03107.04858
Vrooman, Adam/van Olinda, P.
Petition to purchase a tract of land
The petitioners Adam Vrooman and P. van Olinda ask the Mayor and Aldermen if they may purchase a tract of land currently used by Indians, as it would be a convenient settlement for their children.
GLC03107.04931
1711/12/11
Hunter, Robert (1664-1734)
Answers to objections to the settlement of the palatins in New York
The document defends Robert Livingston's choice of land to settle his palatins in New York. Docketed on p.4.
GLC03107.04941
Concern about the influx of Episcopal bishops
The document warns of the threat to religious liberty presented by the influx of Episcopalian bishops in America.
GLC03107.05311
Instructions for an agent to look after affairs in America
Oversize file at PML.
GLC03107.05405
[n.y.]/05/29
Livingston, Crawfurd
to Johnston Livingston re: concern regarding Sarah Minis
Crawfurd writes that he is greatly concerned that Johnston's sister Sarah may move to Alabama with her new husband. Crawfurd also writes that he has a great deal of pity for Sarah, who got married without friends or relatives, and without the...
GLC03107.04108
[n.y.]/06/12
Minis, Sarah
to Johnston Livingston re: decision to remain in Tivoli
Johnston's sister writes that she is indeed married, but has refrained from travelling to Alabama with her new husband. She also gives news of family and acquaintances in Tivoli.
GLC03107.04111
1836/02/19
to Johnston Livingston re: encouragement to travel west
Crawfurd encourages Johnston to follow his desires and travel West.
GLC03107.04115
1837/05/16
to Johnston Livingston re: displeasure with the city
Crawfurd explains his growing dislike of New York City, and expresses envy for Johnston's country dwelling. Address leaf on p.4.
GLC03107.04121
1837/10/01
to Johnston Livingston re: plea for Johnston's return to the city
Crawfurd questions Johnston's attachment to the countryside, and pleads with him to return to the city, where opportunities for learning would be far greater. He also gives news of Johnston's sisters and their new babies.
GLC03107.04123
Rogers, Matilda
to Johnston Livingston re: thoughts on their sister's marriage
Matilda writes that she hopes that Mary's marriage will not be the last in the family, as she would like to see Johnston marry as well. However, she regrets that the marriage of her siblings has separated the family and carried them to different...
GLC03107.04161
1866/10/20
Armstrong, William B. (fl. 1866)
to [Johnston] Livingston re: inquiry regarding Rev. John Livingston
Armstrong inquires about the history of Reverand John Livingston, who was expelled from Great Britain in 1603, and then moved to Holland. His son was Robert Livingston (1654-1728), who moved to New York in the 17th century. Armstrong notes that he...
GLC03107.04166
1818/11/20
Livingston, Henry (1753-1823)
to Walter Patterson re: difficulty living in New York
H[enry] L[ivingston] describes the problems a friend has had maintaining a job and a place to live in New York, and advises Walter to prevent his mother and sister from going to New York for the winter. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.04532
1818/06/19
Fletcher, Daniel (fl. 1818)
to William D. Patterson re: decision to go to New Orleans
Fletcher writes that he has decided to go to New Orleans to try to procure a job in a counting house, and wonders if he could make the voyage on William's ship. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.04552
1837/01/30
Livingston, Robert L.
to Montgomery Livingston re: encouragement to learn the German language
Robert L. Livingston applauds his son's desire to learn the German language, and encourages him to board with a German family.
GLC03107.04556
3 December 1859
Kossuth, Lajos von (1802-1894)
[Letter of reference for Alexis Ludvigh]
Writes, "The bearer Mr. Alexis Ludvigh native of Hungary, County of Szepes, is going to the United States America [sic] with the consent of his parents, and the intention to make the States his adoptive home. I am well acquainted with his father...
GLC02869.01
11 September 1888
Stahel, Julius (1825-1912)
To unknown
Writes, "I beg to acknowledge with sincerest thanks, the receipt of your letter of the 6th instant, conveying to us the unanimous invitation of the Committee of Hungarian Veterans of 48 and 61, to preside at the mass meeting shortly to be held under...
GLC02869.02
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