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1751/08/29
Hansen, Henry, fl. 1751
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: agreement to take 1/4 of the Sloop Dover
Hansen informs Robert, Jr. that he agrees to take 1/4 of the Sloop Dover and its cargo. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02805
1751/08
Livingston, Robert III, 1708-1790
Weight of barrels of flour sold to Peter Van Brugh Livingston
GLC03107.02806
1751/09/07
Napeir, James, fl. 1751-1752
Account of Robert Livingston, Jr.
The account is a record of the flour that Napeir sold for Robert, Jr.
GLC03107.02807
1751/09/04
Oosterhoudt, Gysbert, fl. 1720-1751
Account of Robert Livingston, Jr. [in Dutch]
GLC03107.02808
Account of charges for fetching stone from Newark [in Dutch]
GLC03107.02809
1751/09/06
Lausing, John, fl. 1751
Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02810
Livingston, John, 1714-1786
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: arrival of Capt. Keteltas from Hamburg
John discusses some trading arrangements, and explains that he is in a hurry to assist Captain Keteltas with unloading his vessel, and also to get the Dover ready for an upcoming voyage. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02811
Livingston, Philip, 1686-1749
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: incident with the Dover
Philip discusses an incident involving the Sloop Dover, and claims that he was not involved. He makes arrangements for trade transactions, and notes that he must hurry, since Captain Keteltas has just arrived from Hamburg, and the Sloop Dover is...
GLC03107.02812
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: difficulty selling flour
Napeir writes that he has had a great deal of difficulty selling Robert, Jr.' s flour, and is therefore requesting a sum of money to compensate him for his troubles.
GLC03107.02813
Livingston, Peter Van Brugh, 1710-1792
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: division of the Dover's cargo
Peter states that he is sorry that Robert, Jr. is dissatisfied with the division of the Dover's cargo, but maintains that it was executed properly. The remainder of the letter discusses trading arrangements. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02814
1751/09/16
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of provisions
Napeir writes that he has shipped Robert, Jr. oysters, jugs, and other provisions; and also notes that it is nearly impossible to sell flour at the moment.
GLC03107.02815
1751/10/02
Livingston, Catrina Van Brugh, fl. 1743
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: [in Dutch]
GLC03107.02816
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: disagreement regarding flour
Napeir attempts to resolve a dispute regarding his sale of Robert, Jr.'s flour. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02817
Memorandum of sundries purchased from Peter Schuyler
P.2 is an account of soldiers kept by the French King from Montreal.
GLC03107.02818
1751/10/03
Alexander, William, 1726-1783
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: gratitude for a pleasant visit
William thanks Robert, Jr. for such a kind reception at the Manor, and notes that he will send him a clock shortly.
GLC03107.02819
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipment of cloth
Hansen writes that he has sent Robert, Jr. some cloth, which he thinks he will be pleased with. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02820
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: safe arrival of the Sloop Storke in Hamburg
John writes that the Sloop Storke has arrived safely in Hamburg, and informs Robert, Jr. of his success in selling rum and other provisions
GLC03107.02821
Verplanck, Gulian, fl. 1751
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: "Gentle Bacchanalion Engagement"
Verplanck discusses arrangements for shipping iron, and tells Livingston that the gentlemen in the club may desire to have a glass of wine with him, and pay him a visit for a "Gentle Bacchanalion Engagement."
GLC03107.02822
Keteltas, Peter, fl. 1742-1756
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade and business concerns
Keteltas informs Robert, Jr. of some goods he has shipped him, but notes that there is no cheshire cheese at the moment. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02823
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of provisions
Philip gives an account of the sales he made of Robert, Jr.'s provisions. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02824
1751/10
Bayard, Nicholas fl. 1692-1755
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of rum and molasses
Nicholas hopes that Robert, Jr. will purchase rum and molasses from him, as he desires to take all of Robert, Jr.'s iron. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02825
1751/11/25
GLC03107.02826
1751/10/29
Receipt [in Dutch]
GLC03107.02827
Waddell, John, fl. 1744-1756
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: description of a shipment of goods
Waddell explains what is in the order of goods he has just sent Robert, Jr., and believes that the quality will meet with his satisfaction. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02828
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: Assembly dissolved by order of the Governor
Keteltas asks Robert, Jr. to send him some iron moulds, and notes that to everyone's surprise, the Governor just dissolved the Assembly. Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.02829
Livingston, William, fl. 1793
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: challenging claims to ownership of the Manor
William expresses his regret that Robert, Jr. is "disturbed in the possession" of his estate, and states: "If I had Leisure to assume the Moralist, I might here observe on the Inquietude of mortal Life, & the constant Flux and Mutability of sublunary...
GLC03107.02830
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trade
John informs Robert, Jr. of a shipment of goods he has recently sent to him, discusses other trading matters, and mentions that the Assembly was dissolved, which should not come as a surprise.
GLC03107.02831
1751/11/26
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sale of flour
Napeir gives an account of the flour he sold for Robert, Jr.
GLC03107.02832
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: controversy in Boston
Peter writes that he is sorry to hear that Robert, Jr. is "disturbed by the Boston people" with regard to the contested boundaries of the Manor, and offers some advice on the matter. He also notes in a post script that a large vein of copper ore was...
GLC03107.02833
1751/11/29
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: boundary dispute with the people of Boston
Philip gives Robert, Jr. his sympathy regarding the boundary controversy with the people of Boston, and notes: "one would think they ought to be quiet with what they already possess of the province." He then communicates his advice for remedying the...
GLC03107.02834
1751/011-1752/04
Thomas Penington & Son, fl. 1751
GLC03107.02835
1752/01/17
Affidavit regarding letters to Josias Loomes
In the affidavit, Robert Livingston, Jr. states that the two preceding letters addressed to Josias Loomes are true copies of the originals, and were delivered to Josias Loomes. The first letter is dated 17 January 1752, and instructs Loomes to remove...
GLC03107.02836
1752/02/04
Weight of flour sold to Robert & Richard Rais on account of Robert Livingston Jr
GLC03107.02837
1752/02/15
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: upcoming elections
Philip discusses the candidates who will be running in some upcoming elections.
GLC03107.02838
1752/02/26
Synsen, Abraham, fl. 1752
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipments of butter
Lynsen requests that Robert, Jr. give him preference in his next shipment of butter, and asks if he would like to ship any butter to Curacao.
GLC03107.02839
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: state of trade and markets
Peter gives an account of the state of different markets in the West Indies and elsewhere, and how rum and flour seem to be selling. Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.02840
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
1752/03/24
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: account of sales
Napeir informs Robert, Jr. of the provisions he has sold, and includes a copy of Robert, Jr.'s account on pages 2 and 3.
GLC03107.02842
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: happy to hear of Robert, Jr.'s prosperity
Waddell writes that he is happy to hear that Robert, Jr.'s furance and grist mill are functioning well again.
GLC03107.02843
Vetch, Margaret, 1681-1758
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: request for wheat flour
Margaret asks Robert, Jr. to send her two bags of wheat flour.
GLC03107.02844
1752/03/25
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
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading advice
Keteltas writes that he is glad to hear that the iron works is functioning again, and advises Robert, Jr. to lower his price on iron if he wishes to sell any. He also informs Robert, Jr. of the market prices of various provisions in the West Indies.
GLC03107.02846
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: lowering the price on pig iron
Philip explains that he has been unable to sell Robert, Jr.'s pig iron, and is therefore forced to lower the price. He also mentions a Spanish attack on a fleet of trading vessels. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02847
1752/04/13
"Invoice of Sundryes Sent up with my Sloop for the Store vist."
Items on the invoice include pork, calico, rum, and molasses.
GLC03107.02848
1752/06/30
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: shipping and trade
Philip writes that Robert, Jr.'s iron has been sold, and his rum shipped according to his orders. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02849
1752/07
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: trading news
William discusses trade transactions, and also mentions an upcoming voyage.
GLC03107.02850
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
1752/08/19
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: extortion case
William explains that he needs Robert, Jr. to send him a receipt if he is to follow up on an extortion case. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.02852
1752/09/05
Darg, Joseph, fl. 1752
Receipt of payment for stones for Robert Livingston, Jr.'s furnace
GLC03107.02853
1752/09/20
to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: thank you for an invitation to drink wine
John thanks Robert, Jr. for an invitation to join him in drinking his wine, and updates Robert, Jr. on some trading concerns.
GLC03107.02854
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