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1776/11/07
Livingston, Robert (1746-1813)
to Finch Tilghman re: the enemy's movements
Robert writes that he is very surprised by the movements of the enemy, and wonders if they may try to push up the Hudson River.
GLC03107.04195
1776/01/31
Duane, James (fl. 1763-1785)
to [Robert Livingston (1746-1813) re: a momument for Montgomery
James Duane states his sorrow at the death of General Montgomery, and also discusses the possibility of a monument in his honor.
GLC03107.04196
1775/11/29
to [Richard] Montgomery re: gratitude for Montgomery's efforts
Robert thanks [Montgomery] for his heroic efforts and for enduring great hardships, but notes that he may not yet travel to his camp, for reasons that should remain unspoken at the moment. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.04198
1775-1776
Livingston, Walter
Account book of provisions purchased for the Continental Army
GLC03107.04356
1776/08/01
Livingston, Gilbert
Meeting of the secret committee of the state of New York
The resolutions of the meeting state that the committe should purchase as many cables and anchors as possible; and also that Robert R. Livingston is to be sent down to New York to consult with "the General" on matters of defense. Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.04358
14 July 1778
Greene, Nathanael (1742-1786)
to Joseph Webb
Written as Quartermaster General, mentions the Battle of Monmouth and that he is crossing the Hudson (North) River. Adds that the French fleet is off Sandy Hook. Ridicules the "farcical" Parliamentary propositions for reconciliation with the United...
GLC02863
May 1770
Revere, Paul (1735-1818)
A view of part of the town of Boston in New-England and Brittish Ships of War landing their troops 1768
One of two copies known to be signed by colorist Christian Remick, and engraved by Paul Revere. Originally framed in worn edge scallop frame and old glass, with frame cut-down for the print. Propaganda print showing disembarkation of British troops...
GLC02873
30 June 1775
Benson, Robert (fl. 1775)
[Appointment of Alexander McDougall as Colonel of First New York regiment]
Written by Benson as Secretary of New York Provincial Congress. After Congress resumed its consideration of the arrangement of regiments, it made the New York Regiment the First Regiment. It also unanimously approved Alexander McDougall as colonel...
GLC02892
12 April 1777
Spooner, Walter
to Dear Friends
Tells six prisoners in jail in Taunton that he could find no one to interpose for them or to pay their fines. Asked William Tallman to send him a petition with their names, but it has not arrived. Has sent a letter to the sheriff asking him to...
GLC02924.046
18 January 1777
Bryant, James (fl. 1777)
[Copy of a warrant for the arrest of soldiers who failed to appear at the muster of 6 January 1777]
Also contains Bryant's clerical signatures of the selectmen, the militia officers, and the Committee of Safety. Gideon Brownell, Silvenas Sixon, David Sowle, Jonathan Gifford, Elijah Gifford, Christopher Slocum, and Timothy Comel of the Town of...
GLC02924.047
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