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1739/11/07
Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749
Invoice of goods sent to New York
Philip Livingston (1716-1778) sent beaver, racoon, fox, and otter skins to his brother Robert, Jr. in New York.
GLC03107.02588
1739/11/23
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading concerns
Philip writes that he wishes to have some animal skins shipped, and despairs that a trading vessel may be lost. He also states that he is afraid that war with Spain is unavoidable.
GLC03107.02589
1740/03/10
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
Insurance policy for the Jamaica Packet
Robert Livingston, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Jamaica Packet in his name. On p.3 George J. Moore stated and signed that he received payment for the policy from Robert Livingston, Jr.
GLC03107.02590
1740/03/03
to John De Witt re: request for cedar wood and cornell
Livingston asks De Witt to send down on the next boat his cedar wood and some cornell. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02591
Philip gives Robert, Jr. some instructions on shipping furs, and discusses the upcoming voyage of the Jamaica Packet to Bristol, which he believes will be safe and successful. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02592
1740/05/03
Mico, Joseph, fl. 1734-1740
to Robert Jr. & Peter Livingston & Comp. re: trouble with Mr. Storke
Joseph Mico writes that he does not want to conduct trade through Mr. Storke, as it has interfered with his commissions. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02593
1740/04/28
Rodrigo, Pacheu, & Tavary, fl. 1740
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: insurance for the Oswego
It is stated that insurance has been made on the Oswego, and Robert is assured of kind assistance in any future business. Marked as a copy in the margin.
GLC03107.02594
1740/05/16
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: war with Spain
Philip writes that the English are fairing poorly in their confrontation with Spain. He notes that Robert's cousin Johnie is interested in putting together a company of men so that he can get a Captain's commission, which may give him the...
GLC03107.02595
1740/06/10
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: iron oar
Philip writes that there is an abundance of iron oar at Taghanick, which will provide a profitable income once an iron works is erected.
GLC03107.02596
1740/06/20
Storke, Sam, fl. 1739
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade [fragment]
The first part of the letter is missing. Storke mentions how trade has become complicated due to embargoes, and discusses present trading accounts. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02597
1740/07/21
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: cost of provisions
Philip writes how there has been much difficulty in purchasing provisions since the farmer have refused to sell at a fixed price.
GLC03107.02598
1740/07/31
to Robert Livingston, Jr. & Henry Cuyler re: trading accounts
The letter is preceeded by a copy of a former letter dated 31 July 1740, in which Storke enclosed the account of sales from the Ship Oswego. He also mentions that the war has made the seas quite dangerous, and privateers have taken many vessels...
GLC03107.02599
1740/08/26
Insurance for the Ship Anne on a voyage from South Carolina to Dover & Amsterdam
Robert Livingston, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Ship Anne in his name. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment for the insurance policy.
GLC03107.02600
1740/09/02
Philip writes that he is glad to hear that Robert, Jr. and Captain Boyd have arrived, and he hopes that Boyd has brought a good remittance and a full cargo.
GLC03107.02601
1740/09/05
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: death in the family
Philip sends his condolences for the death of Robert, Jr.'s cousin Johnie; and devotes most of the letter to describing trading plans and instructions. He also notes that a French war seem inevitable, and encourages Robert, Jr. and his brother...
GLC03107.02602
1740/09/12
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading voyages to Jamaica & Madiera
Philip conveys his hopes for successful trading ventures to Jamaica and Madiera, and gives instructions for what he would like to be put on the ships.
GLC03107.02603
1740/11/07
Farmer, Jasper, fl. 1740
Bill for goods bound for London on the ship Britannia
The bill states that a quantity of animal skins will be shipped to London on the accounts of John Visger, Jr. and Jacob Ten Eyck on board the Britannia, with Jasper Farmer as the Captain. On the bottom of the bill, noted that it was printed by John...
GLC03107.02604
1740/11/27
Insurance for the Jamaica Packet on a voyage from Jamaica to New York
Robert, Jr. took out the insurance policy for the Jamaica Packet in his own name. On p.3 George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment for the insurance, dated 4 December 1740.
GLC03107.02605
1740/12/17
Livingston, John, 1714-1786
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading losses
John discusses some trading losses that he recently suffered, and regrets to state that he blames Robert Jr. and their brother Philip for the blunder, as they acted carelessly and without proper consideration. He also congratulates Robert, Jr. on...
GLC03107.02606
1740/12
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: fear of war with the French, trade on the Oswego
Philip believes it will not be long until they are at war with the French, at which time he will retreat from the troublesome town of Albany. He discusses in length the trading ventures of the ship Oswego, forecasts high prices for bread and flour...
GLC03107.02607
1740/12/12
Gulston, Jackson, & Stadt
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade with Captain Hayman
Gulston, Jackson, & St[adt] sent the letter per Captain Hayman, and ask Robert Jr. to assist him in the disposal of his cargo, to procure wheat and other provisions at a good price for him, and also to provide the Captain with whatever goods and...
GLC03107.02608
1740/12/18
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: government
Philip requests that Robert, Jr. assist some men in obtaining government positions.
GLC03107.02609
1741/01/14
Joyce, Peter, & Dominik, fl. 1741
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading bills
The traders Peter and Dominik Joyce discuss some outstanding financial matters with regard to overseas trade. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02610
1741/01
Insurance policy for the Brigantine Aneram
Robert, Jr. took out an insurance policy on the Brigantine Ancram for its voyage from New York to Antigua, St. Christopher, and St. Eustatia. George J. Moore signed for receipt of payment from Robert, Jr. on [?] February 1741.
GLC03107.02611
1741/01/26
Invoice of goods from the store at the Manor
Invoice includes strouds, calicoes, paper, silk, saws, and English Bibles.
GLC03107.02612
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