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1752/02/15
Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: upcoming elections
Philip discusses the candidates who will be running in some upcoming elections.
GLC03107.02838
1752/03/16
Richard, Paul, fl. 1737-1755
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: postponement of the Assembly meeting
Paul Richard explains that the Governor has delayed the Assembly meeting, and it is believed that he may completely refuse to meet with them. He also asks Robert, Jr. to send some pig iron down to him.
GLC03107.02841
1752/03/25
Livingston, John, 1714-1786
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: news of the Governor's expected departure
John writes that the Governor is expected to leave the province some time next summer without ever meeting the new Assembly. He also informs Robert, Jr. of the goods he has shipped, and states his pleasure with the news that Robert, Jr.'s furnaces...
GLC03107.02845
1752/08/05
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty selling pig iron
Philip explains the difficulty he has had selling pig iron, and notes that some price adjustments must be made. He also makes arrangements for shipping bread, and states that the Governor has further delayed his meeting with the Assembly. Docketed...
GLC03107.02851
1753/07/23
Williams, J., fl. 1870
to the Coroner of Hampshire re: order for the arrest of 2 men from Taghkanic
J. Williams, Clerk, commands the Coroner of Hampshire to arrest Robert and Johannis Van Deusen so that they may be brought before the Court of Common Pleas at Springfield. The two men have been accused of trespassing Josiah Loomis's land at...
GLC03107.02860
1754/02/15
Stevenson, fl. 1754
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: prepare for a trial against trespassers
Stevenson encloses the tax list for the Manor, and notes that it has been a poor winter due to a lack of fire wood. He also informs Robert, Jr. that they will have to prepare for a trial against the men accused of trespassing on the Manor.
GLC03107.02877
1755/06/21
Livingston & Alexander
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: assistance settling an account with Elisha Sheldon
Brothers Livingston and Alexander ask Robert, Jr. if he will assist Elisha Sheldon in settling his account with them. Followed by a postscript signed by William Alexander, in which he implores Robert, Jr. "not to let me want this that you engaged to...
GLC03107.02893
1755/11/13
Livingston, Peter Van Brugh, 1710-1792
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: money on the warrants
Peter writes that he has received money for only one warrant, and hopes the matter will be ammended when the "General" comes to town.
GLC03107.02937
1755/11/16
Shirley, W., fl. 1755
to Mr. Franklin re: order to restore a tenant to his estate on the Manor
The document explains that Mr. Franklin has been accused of violently forcing himself upon the estate of Robert van Deusen's son on the Manor of Livingston, and turning the said tenant out at gun point. When Robert Livingston, Jr. confronted Mr...
GLC03107.02938
[1755/11/21]
Ten Broek, Dirck W., fl. 1755
Deposition regarding the actions of Benjamin Franklin in Taghkanic
Dirck W. Ten Broek, a Justice of the Peace for Albany, relates the deposition given to him on 21 November 1755, regarding the actions of Benjamin Franklin, who recently took over the house of Johannis Van Deusen at Taghkanic in the Manor of...
GLC03107.02939
1755/12/24
Livingston, William, fl. 1793
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: report of Council
William conveys what he believes to be the contents of a forthcoming report of Council regarding Robert Livingston, Jr.'s boundary dispute with Massachusetts. According to the report, the Governor will try to remove the encroachments upon the Manor...
GLC03107.02944
1756/02/11
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: delivery of report to the Governor
William states that he has informed the Governor of Robert, Jr.'s case and of the hardships he has suffered. He notes that it has not been confirmed that a Royal Commission will settle the boundary dispute. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02947
1756/04/27
Lottjun, Abraham, fl. 1756
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for his attendance with the Governor
Abraham Lottjun, Clerk for the General Assembly, requests Robert, Jr.'s attendance with the Governor "in order to proceed upon business."
GLC03107.02964
1756/05/03
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: settling an account
Peter informs Robert, Jr. of an account he just settled, and notes that he expects "the public money" this month.
GLC03107.02965
1756/05/14
Alexander, William, 1726-1783
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: appointment of Lord Louden to commander in chief
William writes that Lord Louden was appointed commander-in-chief in America, but it is uncertain if he will travel immediately. He also states that General Shirley is moving to Jamaica. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02967
1757/06/13
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: warning of the character of Governor Pownal
William writes that he has enclosed a draft of a letter to Governor Pownel, and warns Robert Jr. that the Governor "is a man who would sacrifice any body to his own Interest, and cares for nobody any farther than he can make him subservient to his...
GLC03107.02985
1716/09/27
Bradford, William, 1663-1752
to Philip Livingston re: collecting the excise
Bradford sends Philip recognizances and certificates for the current quarter's excise. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02443
1721/06/13
George I, King of Great Britain, 1660-1727
Commission for Philip Livingston
Philip is appointed to the offices of Town Clerk, Clerk of Peace, Clerk of the Common Pleas in Albany, and also the Agent for Indian Affairs. For the performance of these offices, Philip is guaranteed a yearly salary. Marked as a copy on the docket...
GLC03107.02460
1733/03/30
Stevenson, James, fl. 1750-1755
to Robert Livingston Jr. re: difficulty collecting the excise
Stevensen writes that he is having a great deal of trouble collecting the excise in Albany, and discusses some other financial matters. He also mentions that his wife gave birth to a son, who has contracted sprue, which has left them both extremely...
GLC03107.02505
1734
"Disbursments and Port Charges for the Slupe Catharine att Giberalter in 1734"
GLC03107.02519
1747/01/16
Peter Knickerbacker & Joseph Palding
Verification of the Governor's orders
Palding and Knickerbacker verify that they heard Dr. Asgue communicate the Governor's orders to Robert Livingston, Jr. that he must send up to Albany the powder belonging to Boston. Knickerbacker signed with his mark.
GLC03107.02729
1750/08/21
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: elections in New York
John writes that a "Paper warr is declared on the Topick of Elections," and believes that it will be more difficult to form a party now than in the past. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02783
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
1713/04/08
Livingston, John
to Philip Livingston re: death of his wife Mary Winthrop
John writes of the death of his wife, who departed with "satesfackion and asseurence for a Better." He also mentions business concerns, and hopes that General Nicholson arrives with money for them in the near future. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02404
1714/05/01
Livingston, Robert, 1654-1728
to Philip Livingston re: Gert Schuyler's house
Robert writes that Gert Schuyler turned his house over to him, and asks if Philip would help him sell the place. He congratulates Philip on the birth of a son, and notes that he has not recieved his salary from the Governor. Docketed on address...
GLC03107.02409
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