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1713/06/22
Knight, Sarah (fl. 1713-1717)
to Robert Livingston re: the marriage of their children
Sarah Knight writes to discuss the possibility of the marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth Knight, to John Livingston.
GLC03107.01012
Livingston, Johanna
to Robert Livingston re: news from England
Jo[h]anna writes that a ship recently arrived from England with news of peace and that Coll Nicholson is coming to establish a government in Annapolis, in which Samuel Vetch will have his own company. She also mentions the engagement of her brother...
GLC03107.01013
1713/06/29
to Robert Livingston re: engagement of John Livingston
Jo[h]anna asks for money to buy clothing, and urges her parents to prevent the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She also mentions that John and their sister Margaret Vetch are at odds, as Margaret does not approve of the match....
GLC03107.01014
Vetch, Margaret
Margaret writes to express her strong disdain for the marriage of John Livingston to Elizabeth Knight. She believes that it is too soon for John to remarry, and suspects that Elizabeth began planning the marriage before Mary passed away. Docketed...
GLC03107.01015
1713/06
Coeyeman, Andris (fl. 1713)
Account of Robert Livingston
Account for the grinding of wheat and other grains.
GLC03107.01016
1713/07/01
Livingston, John
to Robert Livingston re: consent to marry
John expresses concern as to why he has not received a letter from his parents, and wonder if he has displeased them in any way. He also states that he is resolved to marry, but would be grateful if they would send their consent. Docketed on...
GLC03107.01017
1713/07/06
to Robert Livingston re: longing for home
Jo[h]anna writes of her plan to return home as soon as Margaret Vetch arrives in Boston, and expresses her deep longing to be with her mother.
GLC03107.01018
1713/07/09
to Robert Livingston re: invitation to learn more of Elizabeth Knight
John expresses his regret that his parents believe Elizabeth Knight to be of poor character, and asks that they write to the Minister of the North Church in Boston, where Elizabeth was brought up, in order to confirm that she is of good fortune and...
GLC03107.01019
1713/07/13
Minor, John (fl. 1713)
to Robert Livingston re: offer to attend to Livingston's business
Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01020
Collins, John (fl. 1711-1721)
to Robert Livingston re: friendly regards to the family
Collins refers to Livingston as his brother, and writes of his and his wife's desire to see the family.
GLC03107.01021
to Robert Livingston re: money for clothes, the marriage of John Livingston
Jo[h]anna expresses distress at her father's neglect to write, and desires an answer regarding John's marriage, and money she needs for clothing. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01022
1713/07/27
Wessels, Dirck
to Robert Livingston re: [in Dutch]
GLC03107.01023
1713/07/16
to Robert Livingston re: inquiry regarding Moses Winthworth
John explains how he received a request from a Mr. Winthworth, whose son Moses is currently stationed on a man or warr, to have his son returned to him. John therefore asks that his father speak to Capt. Van Brugg on his behalf in order to assist Mr...
GLC03107.01024
to Robert Livingston re: assured virtue of Elizabeth Knight
John questions his parents' hesitation regarding his desire to marry Elizabeth Knight, and again invites them to make an inquiry into her background. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01025
1713/07/18
Jamison, David (fl. 1691-1717)
to Robert Livingston re: conterfeit money
Jamison states that he has some letters for Livingston that he will send by the next post in August. He also notes that their bills of credit have been counterfeited, and the perpetrator is thought to be a jeweler from Boston. Docketed on address...
GLC03107.01026
1713/07/26
Livingston, Robert
to Uncle Robert Livingston re: death of Coll. Schuyler's wife
The letter comes from Robert Livingston's nephew, Robert Junior, who asks that Robert and Alida Livingston attend the funeral of Coll. Schuyler's wife. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01027
Livingston, Gilbert
to Robert Livingston re: traveling
GLC03107.01028
1713-1715
Unknown
Account of Philip Livingston
Account for the sale of various items such as silk, damask, and beaver fur from 11 August 1713 to April 1715.
GLC03107.01029
1713/08/29
Trial for destruction of property
Accuses Dirck Wesells ten Brook and Anthony van Shaik of the destruction of property and orders the case brought before Robert Livingston, Justice of the Peace.
GLC03107.01030
1713/08/25
White, William
to Robert Livingston re: request for a warrant
White requests a warrant to attack the bodies of Dirck Wesell ten brook and Anthony van Shaik for the crime of breaking a house and destroying goods.
GLC03107.01031
1713
Cortland, Phillip (fl. 1698-1726)
GLC03107.01032
1713/11/12
Instructions to Hugh Saills
The instructions are followed by a statement of agreement signed by Saills.
GLC03107.01033
1713/12/13
Saills, Hugh
to Robert Livingston re: account of Livingston's beer
Saills gives an account of how he disposed of Livingston's beer and the price that he received for it. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01034
1717/01/03
Mingal, John (fl. 1717)
Account sheet [in Dutch]
Account of transactions from 1713 to 3 January 1717.
GLC03107.01035
1714/01/01
Livingston, Elizabeth
to Robert and Alida Livingston re: letter of introduction
Elizabeth Knight, now Elizabeth Livingston, writes to express her hope that she may contribute to the family's happiness in the coming year.
GLC03107.01036
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