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1786/02/16
Supplement to the Daily Advertiser...
Contains report of Congressional Committee establishing a system of revenue. Trimmed. Docketed on p. 1 "Report of Congress, Feb 1786"
GLC06955
1817 [i.e., 1818]
Tracy, Destutt
A Treatise on Political Economy [edited by Jefferson]
First American edition of this important economic work. Translation of French work. Ownership signature of Archibald Austin, a Virginia lawyer who was retained sometimes by Jefferson. The translation from the original French was gone over and...
GLC06987
1832
Say, Jean-Baptiste
A Treatise on Political Economy [edited and signed by Clement C. Biddle]
Fuller title: "A Treatise on Political Economy; or the Production, Distribution and Consumption of Wealth. Translated from the Fourth edition of the French by C. R. Prinsep, with notes by the Translator...containing a Translation of the Introduction...
GLC06988
1781
Barton, William (fl. 1781)
Observations on the nature and use of paper credit
Includes proposals for a national bank. Ex-libris stamps.
GLC07038
1850/03/27
Neafie, Augustus
to: Carrie (p 1-2) and Brother (p3).
His experiences and lifestyle in California, and how he cannot wait to go back to mining, once the winter is over. He lists inflation as a key issue, with costs riding so high that earning $32 per day is not enough to live comfortably.
GLC07164.03
07 December 1822
Madison, James (1751-1836)
To: Dr. Cutting.
Conveying views on paper currency as inflationary "Fictious Money."
GLC08065
11 August 1863
Hutson, Charles J. (1842-1902)
to his sister
Received the news that clothes were on the way. Is very grateful to have a family that readily supplies his wants. Remarks on beauty of Maryland, and comments that his brother Marion remembers the countryside and the "famous stampede" there the...
GLC08165.57
15 December 1802
Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826)
President's message to the Senate and House of Representatives of the United Sates. Including Indian affairs, war with Tripoli and Barbary Pirates.
"President's message to the Senate and House of Representatives of the United Sates." Including Indian affairs, war with Tripoli and Barbary Pirates, relations with Europe budget, taxes, naval affairs. Printed by Office of the Newport Mercury...
GLC08289
1870s-1880s ca.
Greenbacks for Bonds; One Currency
Verso contains text of law authorizing the first issue of greenbacks and 5.20 bonds. Printed with black and green ink.
GLC07785
12 April 1919
Hopkins, Lawrence L. (fl. 1918-1919)
to Mrs. A.W. Hopkins
Writes to his mother about the welcome upturn in the weather. Explains that he has sent a package containing a 37mm shell and asks her to take care of it until he returns. Adds that the explosives contained within the shell have been removed....
GLC07810.053
circa 31 March - 5 April 1766
Franklin, Benjamin (1706-1790)
Necessity of an Equal Currency for All America
GLC07829
1790/02/19
Rush, Benjamin
to Mr. Fitssimons
Regarding funding act of 1790 (supported by Mr. Fitssimons, opposed by Rush). Speaking of "future acts of injustice," Rush remarks that: "Your funding System is to be one of them, and however much it may be gilded by the splendid and imposing names...
GLC07874
27 February 1790
Fenno, John (1751-1798)
Gazette of the United States. [No. 92 (February 27, 1790)]
Re: House of Representatives discussion on Hamilton's report as Secretary of Treasury.
GLC07269
1791/08/02
to [Philip Mazzei] re: Monticello and family; debts
A lengthy discussion of debts, currency, interest bearing certificates and the assumption of state debts by the Federal Government. Mentions Mr. Blair, Edmund Randloph, Mr. Foster, George Nicholls. Jefferson offers to forgive the debt of Mr...
GLC07540
1862-1864
Henry, Josiah E. (b. 1840)
[Collection of Josiah E. Henry, I company, 5th regiment, Vermont, infantry] [decimalized]
This collection consists of eleven letters (one is a copy) written by Josiah E. Henry, some detailing the Valley Campaign in 1864. Five of these letters are written to his sister, four are addressed to his mother, and two are written to both his...
GLC02749
1686
Grand Jury of Albany
Presentation of inconveniences to Thomas Dongan
The people of Albany condemn the practice of conducting trade with Indians outside of the town, as it has led to a decline in the trade and wealth of Albany, and will eventuallly bring the town to ruin. They also note that great debauchery has...
GLC03107.01957
1709/11
Lieutenant Governor of New York
Address to Queen Anne of England [rough draft]
The Lieutenant Governor, Council, and General Assembly of New York address the Queen to acquaint her with the preparations they have made for the expedition to reduce Canada; and also to inform her of any necessary repairs and assistance. They state...
GLC03107.02393
1742/08/18
Keteltas, Peter (fl. 1742-1756)
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
1820/06/12
Zimmerman
to Mssrs. Lafarge, Patterson, & Havre re: trade in South America
Zimmerman writes that recent political unrest has left the South American provinces without a government, but hopes that a just system will be settled upon soon. He then describes how trade has been affected in the region. The letter is marked as a...
GLC03107.04789
[n.d.]
T.T.V.V. van Vechten, Teunis T.
Order for tow cloth
GLC03107.04801
Unknown
Guide to handling money and finances [incomplete with fragmented pages]
The book contains instructions on how to fulfill various financial transactions, such as "Multiplication of Money," "Reduction," and the "Rule of Three." Extensive explanations and examples are given for each lesson.
GLC03107.04828
1694/11/06
Hamilton, And. (l. 1694)
to Thomas & Francis Drake re: recommendation of Robert Livingston
Hamilton recommends Robert Livingston to the Drakes as a man to put in their service. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.04834
1678/04/15
Coker, Thomas (fl. 1686-1678)
Declaration of charges against Johannes de Peyster in the court at Albany
Thomas Coker asked the court to induce Johannes de Peyster to pay an overdue debt, in addition to damages incurred by the delay.
GLC03107.04869
1699/03/16
Carter, John (fl. 1696-1699)
Deposition of John Carter
In his deposition, John Carter stated that David Schuyler and Jacobus Turk refused to have their rum "gadged" according to custom, and proceeded to sell this rum in violation of regulations.
GLC03107.04882
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
Clute, Johan
Petition of Johan Clute to the Court of Common Pleas
In his petition, Johan Clute stated that he paid all of his late uncle's debts.
GLC03107.04932
C.R.
Trade and business advice
The manuscript discusses profitable trade goods and industry in China and Mexico, such as pearl fishing, silver mining, and precious stones. It also gives advice about what goods to purchase, and how much to pay for them, in places like Lyons...
GLC03107.04954
Account of sugar and other goods
GLC03107.05340
1700/03/04
Schuyler, Brandt
to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]
Typed translation available in collateral file. The letter notes that Capt. William Kidd and some other privateers left for England on a man-of-war. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.05345
12 November 1824
Livingston, Henry W./Smailes, Thomas
Agreement of Thomas Smailes to be the agent of Henry W. Livingston
GLC03107.05372
1684/11/04
Dongan, Thomas (1634-1715)
Land patent for Robert Livingston
Oversize file at PML.
GLC03107.05385
Patent of Roeloff Johnson's Kill to Robert Livingston
GLC03107.05388
Patent of property in Albany given to Robert Livingston
GLC03107.05389
1768/12/30
Livingston, Robert Jr.
Release of land to Samuel Crumpe
GLC03107.05391
1785/06/13
Duane, James (fl. 1763-1785)
Grant of water lot to Robert Livingston
GLC03107.05394
1715/10/01
Land patent concerning Roeloff Johnson's Kill
GLC03107.05395
1710/09/29
Hunter, Robert (1664-1734)
Release of land to Robert Livingston
GLC03107.05396
1792/10/04
Livingston, Robert C.
Deed of partitions
Land indenture between Robert C. Livingston, John Livingston, and Henry Livingston. Oversize file at PML.
GLC03107.05397
1798/03/25
Livingston, Robert
Grant to Andrew Gardner of 122 acres woodland in the Manor of Livingston
Oversize file at PML
GLC03107.05398
1667/04/29
Nicolls, Richard
Grant of land to Robert Livingston
GLC03107.05423
1768/07/15
Grant of land to Hugh Munroe
GLC03107.05425
1741/11/25
Bond agreement
Bond agreement to allow his younger brothers and sisters use of manor's iron furnace for a term of three years since this investment would otherwise adversely impact their smaller inheritances.
GLC03107.05447
1749/10/24
Livingston, Philip
Deed
Deed transferring to eldest son and heir Robert Livingston Jr. (?) share of 100 acres of land at Salisbury, CT Executors of estate of Philip Livingston: Catherine Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, John Livingston, Philip...
GLC03107.05448
1749/10/25
Deed transferring to eldest son and heir Robert Livingston Jr. (?) share of the iron ore bed at Salisbury, CT Executors of estate of Philip Livingston: Catherine Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, John Livingston, Philip...
GLC03107.05449
1752/06/01
Indenture
Indenture for lease of a farm to Corneli[u]s Brusie Partially printed
GLC03107.05450
1758/06/22
Harvey, Joel (fl. 1758)
Indenture for lease of land to Robert Livingston, Jr. Lot rented was in "the oblong, or Equivaent Lands, lately surrendered by the Colony of Connecticut, to the Colony of New York."
GLC03107.05451
1759/01/16
Handwritten copy of an indenture for lease of a farm to William Livingston From docket: "Copy of a lease given Br[other] William [Livingston] to inable him to represent the mannor in General Assembly"
GLC03107.05452
1760/03/19
Indenture for John Peter Lowery
Indenture for lease of a farm to John Peter Lowry
GLC03107.05453
1763/09/06
Mortgage on land purchased
Mortgage on land purchased from Benjamin John (also signed by him)
Lot sold was in "the Oblong or Equivalent Lands surrendered by the Colony of Connecticut to the Colony of New York."
GLC03107.05454
1764/04/12
Indenture for lease of a farm to Johan Coenrat Meyer
GLC03107.05455
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