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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

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

to Robert Livingston re: plea for consent to marry Livingston's daughter

Beekman writes in distress and begs Livingston to allow him to fulfill his engagement to Livingston's daughter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01152

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased different types of fabrics.

GLC03107.01464

to Robert Livingston re: marriage of Mrs. Scot

Philip writes that he hopes to prevent the marriage of Mrs. Scot to Christopher Canada, "one of the vilest fellows." Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01698

Promise to repay debt to Robert Livingston

Van Slyke signed with her mark.

GLC03107.01428

to Robert Livingston re: arrival of Aunt van Brugh and Aunt van Deesen

GLC03107.01589

to Nicholas Bayard re: order for payment to Robert Schuyler

Alida orders Bayard to make a payment to Robert Schuyler on behalf of her husband, Robert Livingston.

GLC03107.02169

to Alida Livingston re: note of deepest respect

Vetch writes his mother in law, Alida, that he shall always have her in his thoughts, and that he will soon depart on another voyage. He hopes that Alida will look after his wife Margaret in his absence, and also forwards some effects of a voyage he...

GLC03107.02178

to Alida Livingston re: misfortune and suffering

Vetch prays that he may have the patience to bear what God has inflicted upon him, and believes that his misfortune must be a part of God's greater designs. He sends his respects to Alida, and hopes that she may yet see her grandchildren. Docketed...

GLC03107.02181

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage to Robert, Jr.' s daughter, Alida

Valentine Gardner informs Robert, Jr. that he has just wed Alida Livingston, and begs forgiveness for having rushed into it without Robert, Jr.'s consent. He assures Robert, Jr. that he will be a most faithful husband and will make Robert, Jr.'s...

GLC03107.03217

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: marriage of Capt. Gardiner

Moses Gunn writes that he has news of the marriage of Robert, Jr.'s daughter to Capt. Gardiner, and wishes to know more on that subject. He also notes that he has had no word from Robert, Jr.'s son, Peter, despite a great number of opportunities to...

GLC03107.03247

Subpoena for Hendrick Haver and Hannah Poucher to appear in court

The subpoena orders Hendrick Haver and Hannah Poucher to appear in court and testify in the case of Robert Livingston, Jr., plaintiff, and Hans Haver, defendant.

GLC03107.03442

Wages due for work performed for Robert Livingston, Jr.

GLC03107.03157

Account with Robert Livingston, Jr. re: wages due for 69 days of work

GLC03107.03171

"Woman's Love"

One poem entitled Woman's Love

GLC03135.13.096

to Nelly

One letter form Cathie to Nelly dated October 19, 1860

GLC03857.80

to Robert Livingston, Jr. re: sudden death of their mother

Peter explains how their mother fell ill all of a sudden and expired the previous night. He proposes depositing her remains in a vault in New York, until they may carry out her wishes and bury her next to their father in the Spring. Docketed on...

GLC03107.02950

Receipt from the Widow Bies of rent due Henry Livingston (1753-1823)

Followed by another receipt of rent from Widow Bise, signed by Isaac B. Williams, 1 March 1811. Written at the Manor of Livingston, in Ancram, New York.

GLC03107.03919

to Nellie Taft re: tired of living without his wife

"Charley and I agreed last night that we were tired of living without our wives. We don't feel quite respectable and we are confident we are not happy." Writes that he wants to get a railroad car for his wife and others to travel in comfort....

GLC05585.02

to Walter Patterson re: difficulty living in New York

H[enry] L[ivingston] describes the problems a friend has had maintaining a job and a place to live in New York, and advises Walter to prevent his mother and sister from going to New York for the winter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.04532

to [Roberta Jeffery]

Rosa sends her congratulations and a gift of towels to Aaron Jeffery and his bride Maimie [Mary Frances Goodwin] via his sister, Roberta. Also gives an update on many of her family members and acquaintances around Petersburg, asking Roberta Jeffery...

GLC01896.124

to [Sally Fairfax] re: requesting herbal remedies and recipes

GLC07663

to Eliza Lee re: sending large lock of James Madison's hair on day of his death

Note reading "James Madison's Hair" with the date. It appears to be written on the address panel of letter (not present). The large lock of hair is colored mostly gray and blond.

GLC07525

to Luther Martin re: information regarding a friend, Miss Ann Thompson

Hugh McCall conveys information regarding Ann Thompson's family and past. Docketed on p.4.

GLC03107.04784

Promissory note to Ms. Margaret Tidmarsh for 300 pounds

GLC06746.04

To: General J. Grant Wilson.

Written on mourning stationery. Refusing an offer made by Wilson and thanking him for the interest he has shown in her behalf.

GLC04360.004

to Dear Sir

Agrees to speak before a lyceum during late June on the subject "The True Woman." "My terms[ are] the same you pay the men lecturers of your course."

GLC04360.032

[Cabinet card of Mrs. Harriet Chapman]

Shows Mrs. Chapman, daughter of Lincoln's cousin Dennis Hanks, at about age 72. Provenance notes in pencil on back.

GLC07088.02

to Miss Denning re: news of Maria's marriage

Crawfurd states that he is writing on behalf of "Maria" in order to inform Miss Denning of her recent marriage. With an unaddressed and unsigned letter on p.2.

GLC03107.04143

to Johnston Livingston re: the marriage of Crawfurd's sister Maria

GLC03107.04148

to Johnston Livingston re: concern for his sister Maria

Crawfurd writes that he is overcome with melancholy and distress regarding his sister Maria, who just wed without their father's consent. Consequently, their father has refused to acknowledge the union, and Crawfurd is hurt and distressed over the...

GLC03107.04150

to Johnston [Livingston] re: sincere gratitude for Johnston's letters

The name on the address leaf is Miss Elmina Denning.

GLC03107.04151

to Johnston Livingston re: the death of Johnston's bird

Johnston's cousin informs him of the death of his bird.

GLC03107.04093

to Johnston Livingston re: death of his cousin Sarah

GLC03107.04105

to Johnston Livingston re: the marriage of Sarah Minis

Crawfurd writes that he is also distressed by the sudden marriage of Johnston's sister Sarah without her father's consent. However, he notes that Johnston should write to her and that the entire family should remember that Sarah's happiness is most...

GLC03107.04107

Receipt of rent from Widow L.

GLC03107.04313

Deed

Deed transferring to eldest son and heir Robert Livingston Jr. (?) share of 100 acres of land at Salisbury, CT
Executors of estate of Philip Livingston: Catherine Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, John Livingston, Philip...

GLC03107.05448

to Aaron Jeffery

Expressing strong sympathies to Aaron for the death of Aaron's mother, Anne Woodlief Jeffery.

GLC01896.046

to Henry Knox

Later copy of original. Asks Knox for his opinion on the abilities and talents of Colonel Joseph Halberstam and John Houston. Says he may consider Houston for a seat as an Associate Judge on the Surpeme Court. Washington asks for Knox opinion of...

GLC02437.09317

[Contract]

The document appears to be a teacher's contract between teachers and the director of a school. The contract applies to the townships of Eckford, Clarendon, and Fredonia, Michigan. The contract is between Franklin W. Fuller and the school districts...

GLC03523.42.67

to Henry Knox

Says that [Jeremiah] Wadsworth informed Flint that Knox wished to erase his endorsement from a previous note given by William Duer. Encloses the note so that Knox can erase his name, and asks him to return it when he is finished. Docket states that...

GLC02437.04537

to Jonathan Clarke

Macaulay presents her compliments to Mr. Clarke, thanks him for the polite note, and wishes him a good voyage and the best health. Asks Clarke to give her compliments to Mr. Adams. Envelope is addressed to Mr. Clarke, No. 55 St. Paul's Church Yard...

GLC01450.032.02

to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated February 28, 1786. Pertains to family finances.

GLC01795.022

to Mama

One letter addressed to Catharine Macaulay from Catharine S.M. Gregorie dated April 11, 1786. Pertains to finances and inquiry if she had received a birthday present she sent to Boston.

GLC01795.024

to William Graham

One letter addressed to William Graham from Catharine S. Gregorie dated June 29, 1797. Pertains to his recent marriage. Expresses that she wishes him happiness.

GLC01795.048

to Alexander Hamilton

Angelica sends a picture of herself to Hamilton and asks his opinion. She complains that he hasn't written since August but that she forgives him as she knows he is busy. She sends her love to Alexander, her sister and the family and asks Hamilton to...

GLC09635.02

to [Alexander Hamilton]

A quick note expressing regret that Angelica will be unable to visit Alexander and Elizabeth before she had to return to New York. She sends love from her, her father, and brother.

GLC09635.01

to Alexander Hamilton

Angelica writes to Hamilton to introduce a Dr. Priestly, a man of science in the hopes that Hamilton will "make our country so dear to him as to cause him to forget that which he leaves at an advanced period of Life." She also mentions that her...

GLC09635.03

to Alexander Hamilton

Angelica introduces the Duke de Lioncourt, who is fleeing France for asylum in America. She describes him as a man who loves liberty with little sense and moderation. She claims that he introduced a better system of agriculture and bettered the lives...

GLC09635.04