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1700/01/04

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: news of his arrival in Scotland

Robert wrote home to let his parents know that he had arrived in Scotland after a five week voyage at sea. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00540

1700/01/06

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: young Robert's arrival in Scotland

Robert writes to to inform his father of his voyage to Scotland. He writes of the ill-treatment he had received from Captain Drommond "in kieping Me abord a month after coming to the River of Glaskow" and of the theft of a ring given him by his sister. He writes of his cold, gained from remaining on the ship, and asks to be remembered by his siblings. Also included is a letter from William Livingston to Robert, in which he writes his thanks in being entrusted with the education and upbringing of his nephew Robert.

GLC03107.00601

1700/05/15

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: affections sent from son to father

Robert writes to his father out of a sense of "humble duty," and assures his father that he is in good health and looking forward to his education. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00566

1706/06/28

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: a warning concerning Mr. Woodfoord

Young Robert apologizes for an act of disobedience, and warns his father that Mr. Woodfoord has not kept his word regarding an unspecified matter. With letters from James Douglas, 28 June 1706; John Key, 28 June 1706. Both letters are concerned with the same conflict with Mr. Woodford and Livingston's son, and offer Robert advice on how to recitfy the situation. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00787

1711/04/06

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: trial of John Taylo

Robert Jr. explains how Peter Vroman has asked him to assist with putting John Taylor on trial for the crime of trespassing Mr. Vroman's orchard. Robert expresses some apprehension about the job, and asks his father to make contacts and procure books that may assist him with the case. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00864

1711/04/13

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: settlement of Palatins

Robert Jr. requests that his father travel to the Manor in order to assist with the settlement of Palatins and the marking of boundaries. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00870

1711/04/29

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: arrival of the Governor

Robert expresses his hope that his father has already sent his business to the Manor so that it will reach them before the Governor arrives. He also promises to look after his father's business in his absence.

GLC03107.00880

1712/12/13

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: trade and business

Robert informs his father that he has received some prints and pamphlets for him from the Governor, and discusses some issues regarding their trade and business. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00946

1712/12/29

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: rumor of his sister's death

Robert denies the rumor of his sister's death, and reports that the French have landed in Surinam.

GLC03107.00948

1713/02/11

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: death of Mary Winthrop Livingston

Robert informs his father of the death of Mary Winthrop (John Livingston's wife), and also that the Duke of Hamilton and Lord Moon have killed each other in a duel. He mentions that he is waiting news from England regarding the Palatins, and urges his father to take action regarding the money due to him by the government.

GLC03107.00993

1713/03/28

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: scarcity of business

John relates his concern over the lack of business and his need to find a useful form of trade.

GLC03107.00976

1714/01/25

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: dispute with Philip Livingston

Robert explains how a dispute with his brother Philip and his wife, with whom he was residing, has forced him to find lodging somewhere else. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01041

1714/04/29

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Alida Livingston re: no payment from the Governor

Robert writes that his father has not received payment from the Governor, and it is unlikely that he will receive anything on the palatine's account. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02245

1716/04/23

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: differences with Margaret Vetch

Robert discusses a conflict of interests that arose while doing business with their sister Margaret.

GLC03107.02435

1716/05/11

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: wampum for Alida Livingston

Robert asks Philip to send their mother some wampum, and notes that she has enclosed a lamb and dried apples. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02436

1716/05/30

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: severe illness of Alida Livingston

Robert writes that their mother is sicker than she has ever been, and asks Philip to send a doctor to the Manor. He concludes with a note of fear that they may lose their mother.

GLC03107.02439

1716/10/12

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: order for a wig

Robert gives some news of the family, and asks that Philip have a wig sent to him immediately. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02444

1716/11/07

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Philip Livingston re: trading business

Robert discusses the sale of Philip's flour, and notes that a John Collinson is "very poor and miserable," but offers to arrest him if Philip wishes. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02446

1717/06/13

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: 5 Nations' mischief in Virginia

Robert writes that he sends this letter per Capt. Smith, the Agent of Virginia, who has informed him of the mischief wrought by the 5 Nations in that colony. He also notes that some pirates took Smith and held him in Sandy Hook for some time, and there is fear that ships sent from England will meet with a similar fate.

GLC03107.02125

1717/06/25

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: Mr. Renselaer's land patent

Robert discusses the state of a land patent, his father's debts, and notes that he needs to find some business for himself, as he can no longer live off of his father's income. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01146

1717/07/03

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: errors with Mr. Renselaer's land patent

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01151

1717/07/18

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: Henry Beekman's proposal to Jo[h]anna Livingston

Robert states that Beekman's actions did not surprise him, as the Livingston family's reception of him nearly implied consent. Robert also remarks with disbelief that his sister could feel affection for such a disfigured individual. Robert also happily announces the arrival of their cousin Captain Livingston, who the whole family should look forward to seeing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01163

1717/07/30

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Livingston re: borders between land patents

Robert states that he has found means to support himself, and also explains the new borders between Livingston's and Renselaer's land patents. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01159

1717/10/08

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Johanna Livingston re: departure for Barbados

Robert asks where Jo[h]anna plans to stay for the winter, as he is traveling to Barbados. He also asks that Jo[h]anna make him some shirts and work clothes.

GLC03107.01189

1718/09/01

Livingston, Robert (1688-1775)

Manuscript document signed

Title: Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01236

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