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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
1714/09/24
to Philip Livingston and David Schuyler re: recognizances and commissions
Bradford writes that he has sent 8 dozen and 8 recognizances for letting the excise.
GLC03107.02413
1715/05/26
to Philip Livingston re: the Mayor's indisposition
Robert writes that the Mayor is severely ill, and discusses some trading business. He also notes that he has had an indifferent reception by the city of Albany and the church.
GLC03107.02425
20 October 1708
Oliver, Thomas, fl. 1708
[A Memorial of the State of the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England to Queene Anne during Queen Anne's War]
A petition from the Massachusetts colonists requesting help in quelling the hostile Indians allied with the French during Queen Anne's War. Gives insight into the conflict's costs upon New England. Discusses the Indians' barbarity and the French...
GLC04891
29 October 1760
Hancock, John, 1737-1793
to Daniel Perkins
Hancock writes to Reverend Perkins, his step-father. Hancock has not yet received communication from Perkins, and writes to let his family know that he is well. Hancock discusses the death of King George II and the impending coronation of George III.
GLC04908
1701/09/10
Winthrop, John, fl. 1701
to Robert Livingston re: support and friendship
Winthrop begins with a diatribe against the "Blockhead that past through the Towne with the maile" and subsequently did not pick up a letter which Winthrop had intended for Livingston. He then writes more seriously of his support for Livingston in...
GLC03107.00632
1701/09/03
to Robert Livingston re: return of John Livingston and Samuel Vetch
Winthrop happily writes of the "preservation & safe returne" of John Livingston and Samuel Vetch, and claims to have had "many doubts." He states that he has heard "but a little" of their plans for the next voyage, and writes of an "Act layde before...
GLC03107.00635
1701/09/16
to Robert Livingston re: Livingston's problems with the Government
John writes home to discuss the problems that father wrote of to son, namely the difficulties in being reimbursed for the moneys outlayed for the Provincial Government. He says "I hope since god has been so merceyfull as for to Releve us of one Govr...
GLC03107.00637
1701/09
Fragment of account sheet re: expenditures outlayed for province of New York
Part of an itemized list detailing each of the outlays of Livingston made for the Province of New York, totalling £5335 19 shillings 2 1/4 pence. The outlays included "Incidents" and Provisions for the Indians of the Five Nations , and "for Makeing...
GLC03107.00641
1701/10/03
Riggs, John, fl. 1699-1701
to Robert Livingston re: news of Livingston's petition
Riggs writes "Nothing has offered since you Left us, the Judge being Returned, he sayes he has given his opinion for the other side." Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.00642
1701/10/07
to Robert Livingston re: asking for business advice
John writes of his "bisenes faling out so unhapeley" that he is presently leaving New York for New London with £350 "worth in goods fitt for that Countrey." He also writes that Lord Cornbury, the newly appointed Governor for New York, had set sail...
GLC03107.00643
1701/10/28
Jamison, David, fl. 1619-1717
to Robert Livingston re: news from New York
Jamison apoligizes for writing "an empty letter," yet proceeds to write for almost two pages describing how he considers the actions taken against Livingston as proof of a corrupt system, "the corruptest governments in the world see cause to varnish...
GLC03107.00647
1701/10/30
Weemes, James, fl. 1700-1701
to Robert Livingston re: recent news from England
Weemes writes that with the arrival of "our members of Parliament," mail from London arrived as well and that he would proceed to forward Livingston's mail. He also discusses Lt. Governor Nanfan's failure to provide for the garrison at Albany....
GLC03107.00648
1701/10
to Robert Livingston re: questions about the election of Assemblymen
Jamison writes with the results of the election for the Assembly, which were disputed by Lt. Governor Nanfan, and of a dispute between the two Houses of Parliament, as well as his own efforts at discovering the possibility of Livingston regaining his...
GLC03107.00649
1701/11/13
Petition re: constant and sincere affection to King William III
Request that Nicolas Bayard, Philip French, David Jamison and Robert Lyrting sign the petition (already signed by Philip and David Schuyler, Wessel Den Brook, Albert Ryckman, Gerrit Francisse, Johannes Glenn, Naming Harmense and Robert Livingston)...
GLC03107.00650
1701/11/22
to Robert Livingston re: Lord Cornbury's impending arrival in New York
Riggs begins with a claim that he "hartylie wish[es] our garrisons weare in as good order as you saye our nebors are," and then discusses the upcoming arrival of newly-appointed Governor Edward Hyde Lord Cornbury. He also sends word of life at the...
GLC03107.00651
1701/11/24
Bayard, Nicholas fl. 1692-1755
to Robert Livingston re: Lord Cornbury's upcoming arrival in New York
Bayard writes to pass on the news that Lord Cornbury intended to leave England by the end of September, and would thus be en route to New York. Docketed.
GLC03107.00653
Jamison sends word of Lord Cornbury's ill-fated first voyage to the colonies (the ship being forced to return to Plymouth, England when it lost its masts), as well as of a war in Europe in which Germany is fighting France and Sweden is fighting both...
GLC03107.00654
Sharpas, William, fl. 1696-1711
to Robert Livingston re: news of the wars of Europe
Sharpas writes first of Lord Cornbury's impending arrival in New York, with his retinue including his wife and children, Mr. Honan his private secretary, and Coll Richard Ingoldsby. He then writes of the war which was ongoing in Europe, in which...
GLC03107.00655
1701/06/10
Livingston's outlays of monies as victualler
Livingston writes this in an effort to clear his name from any claims of misappropriation of funds. He claims that all monies outlaid, to four companies of troops kept in New York and Albany, were done so at the behest of the Colonial Governor, the...
GLC03107.00664
1701/06/03
Weaver, Thomas, fl. 1701
Monies outlaid by the Treasury to agents in New York
Weaver asserts that the only monies distributed by the Treasury to governmental agents in New York was £500 to William Ashurst, and that Robert Livingston should submit a claim for that amount to the coffers of the late Earl of Bellomont.
GLC03107.00665
1701/05/22
Riemer, Isaac, fl. 1701
Deposition asserting Livingston's claims
Riemer, the Mayor of New York, asserts in this deposition that Robert Livingston swore before him and God that he (Livingston) had not received any of the £1196 4 shillings 3 pence alleged to have been taken by him from the Earl of Bellomont.
GLC03107.00666
1702/02/20
Lawrence, William, fl. 1702
Findings of Colonial Commission detailed to investigate Livingston's affairs
The commission of William Lawrence, William Smith, and Sampson S. Broughton, as appointed by Governor of New York Edward Viscount Cornbury, have found that Livingston's allegations of malfeasance were true and that he was treated vindictively and...
GLC03107.00669
1702/02/02
Cosens, B., fl. 1699-1702
Restoration of Livingston's Estate
Orders from the Colonial Governor and Council of New York restoring Robert Livingston "to the quiet and Peaceable possession of his Estate reall and Personall." Docketed on verso. Written at Fort William Henry.
GLC03107.00671
1702/04/21
Clarkson, fl. 1702-1765
Writt re: auditing Livingston's lands and properties
A Writt authorizing the tabulation of the "true value of the Lands and Tenements Goods and Chattells of Robt Livingston Esqr," ordered by King William III.
GLC03107.00674
1702/05/27
Orders re: naming all officers and soldiers of Fort William Henry as freemen
Due to regulations preventing all but free men from carrying on as tradesmen in the colonies, many soldiers and officers of his Majesty's Armies had deserted their posts due to want of food and clothing. In an effort to convey gratitude and maintain...
GLC03107.00675
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