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Historic Manuscript Collection General Letters

No. Date Description GenL 1 17 Oct 1762 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter W. Yates re: trial of Veeder v Schelluyne on Oct 23 GenL 2 27 Dec 1807 A love letter from J. S. Van Rensselaer GenL 3 23 Mar 1811 To William Alexander from M. Trotter re: stopping sale of property GenL 4 23 Apr 1811 To William Alexander from Robert Alexander re: sale of flour and cow GenL 5 1 Feb 1811 To William Alexander from John Galston re: note on estate of Alexander Alexander for $160. dated 22 Nov 1806 GenL 6 1811 To Daniel Tompkins re: commissions for Cornelius Tyeson for Luit. and John Vedder for Ensign GenL 7 1 Feb 1837 To Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Jones from sister M.M. Weeks giving family news and announcing the birth of a son to sister Amelia GenL 8 2 Dec 1850 Yaphank. To his brother from L.M. Weeks telling him of the death of their grandchild, Susan, and congratulating her brother and his daughter on her daughter‟s forthcoming marriage GenL 9 4 Jun 1850 To Samuel Jones, Schenectady from his brother, James Duane. Asking his brother to send him the Redemption receipts before the publication of some sale of land for taxes two weeks hence. GenL 10 6 Jun 1832 Fort Capron. (Letter shows 1852) S.W. Jones telling that if he had the means and goods he would open a store in St. Augustine, telling of the inhabitants dissatisfied with the present merchants. GenL 11 9 Nov 1753 To Mr. Schermerhorn in Albany. 25 barrels flour shipped on Mr. Schermerhorn‟s account. Two bills of lading are enclosed here. He is remitting Mr. S. the net proceeds in goods. GenL 12 30 Aug 1753 New York. To Mr. Reyes Schermerhorn from Mr. William Smith giving his opinion relating to the Will of Claes Janse; Under the Schenectady patent and also the General Draft of a Deed for the conveyance of such rights; he gives Mr. Van Brockhoven a receipt for what he said was paid. Re: Chancery Suit, the bill can not be drawn until the winter, and Mr. Smith advised Mr. Schermerhorn to make good use of his time preparing the information according to the directions (before given). GenL 13 5 May 1753 New York. Ryer Schermerhorn from William Smith. It is necessary for Mr. Schermerhorn to come to town immediately in re: to the Bradt case and bring all his papers with him. Mr. Smith‟s son has been retained by the other side. GenL 14 10 Jun 1762 To Ryer Schermerhorn, Schenectady from John Hansen re: whether his grandfather‟s right of the patient of Reyerse Van Voor Hout; Mr. Smith has found he has done that by deed; the receipt will be sent to you. Your grandfather has legally disposed of it. The original copy of the deed you shall see. GenL 15 5 May 1800 Two letters to James Smith from W. Tobias V. Cuyler. 1. Mr. Cuyler & 17 Sep claiming pay as a 2nd Luit. in the 12th reg. U.S. Army of Infantry; he claims 1800 pay from April 1 to May 1 at $25 per month. 2. Mr. Smith, by Master of 12th Reg. claims that there is no information from the war office respecting the statement of Mr. Cuyler‟s resignation as a 2nd Luit. in the 12th Reg. GenL 16 20 Dec 1773 Schenectady. From Christopher Yates. Outline of an answer to Harman Bradt and Abraham Wemple; both sides in previous letters have been given proposals regarding the trusteeship of city money. In this letter Mr. Yates says he wants to lay both sides of proposals, therefore the court immediately. GenL 17 2 Oct 1801 Daniel Hanshaw requesting wagon and horses to take the remainder of clothing as the season is late. GenL 18 2 Mar 1833 Fort Hunter. Gershom Van Voast to his father requesting an answer from his father if he can have the farm his partner, Nicholas Hill will manage the store if he can‟t have the farm he will continue in business alone. Mr. Hill is pressing him for an answer. GenL 19 17 Mar 1835 Schenectady. Memorandum for Gershom Van Vorst from Jacob Gebhard. Requesting Mr. Van Vorst to inform him if he has a buyer for his property on Washington St. The original sale fell through as the prospective buyer couldn‟t make a down payment before next April contrary to the original plan. GenL 20 15 May 1776 A copy of a letter to Mr. R. Carrey by Maj. Gen. Putnam. A bond with interest will be paid without any trouble at “your” pleasure. GenL 21 13 Apr 1763 For Reyer Schermerhorn from JWL Bleecker informing Mr. Schermerhorn that he doesn‟t know when he can accompany him regarding dividing the lands at Batton Hill (Battenkill) because of pressing work. GenL 22 16 Oct 1766 Schenectady. To Reyer Schermerhorm from Jno Glen, Jr. Mr. Glen states he will see Mr. Schermerhorn this day at 1 p.m. asking they are to meet B. Vrooman about getting a new charter. GenL 23 27 Jan 1767 Albany. To Reyer Schermerhorn from Jno Glen, Jr. asking Mr. S. to come to Albany to give his testimony re: Gerrit Suger (?). A jury of inquiry is to be held for said purpose, Jan. 29. GenL 24 20 Jun 1760 Kingston. CAT #400. From Charles Clinton to his son; letter from his father to son, news of home and advice. GenL 25 19 Sep 1829 Albany. To Gershom Van Voast from Tobias V. Guyler. Friendly letter stating news and information. GenL 26 Jan 1771 Schenectady. From John Glen to Reyer Schermerhorn asking Mr. S. to send him some papers in New York City. License to purchase in 1661, license to purchase in 1664. GenL 27 25 Feb 1825 To Gershom Van Vorst from Clark Bates. If Mr. V.V. wants to rent his farm, Mr. bates has a renter for him, Josiah Brown. GenL 28 n.d. Confidential letter to Robert Morris on the govt. of NY and his estimate of the leading men of that state from Alexander Hamilton. GenL 29 15 May 1823 Albany. To Mrs. Mary Van Schaick, Church Street, Schenectady from Christian Miller informing Mrs. VS of the death of a mutual friend. Mrs. Willett is invited to funeral. GenL 30 Aug 1814 Schenectady. Winson Stone to Gershom Van Voast re: payment of $40. Mr. Stone owed Van Voast. GenL 31 13 Sep 1814 Utica. James Butler to Gershom Van Voast, apprentice Butler claims he had not run away and that his bail should not be forfeited. GenL 32 28 Jul 1820 Schenectady. James Barley to Daniel Stark. Marley requested Stark for credit of $3. for note from John Adams. GenL 33 20 Jan 1830 From A.T.E. Lansing, notification of death of the sister of C.Y. Lansing. GenL 34 20 Jul 1816 Sanders Lansing to Gershom Van Voast re: proposition of the estate of Cornelius Glen. GenL 35 6 Oct 1818 Herkimer. L.S. Stone to Gershom Van Voast re: Stone informed VanVoast that he would pay for use of VanVoast‟s boat. GenL 36 18 Mar 1824 Albany. Bill #184 dated from New York State Assembly explaining the regulations for conducting lotteries to raise monies for colleges. GenL 37 8 Nov 1836 New York. Chandler Starr to Mr. McCamus re: political climate in Penna. and New York. GenL 38 25 Nov 1797 Copy of a letter from John Williams to his son at Union College referring to the Pres. of the college, John B. Smith. GenL 39 7 Mar 1789 Letter concerning the financial affairs of Mr. Lansing signed by Dirk Van Ingen. GenL 40 25 Aug 1808 To William Alexander from A. Alexander re: an addition to a mill. GenL 41 3 Nov 1831 From Thomas Betchill to G. Van Vorst sheriff instructing him how to send him money received for him. GenL 42 24 Aug 1809 From David Alexander to William Alexander; instructions about Gen. Oothout‟s bags and purchase of rye flour. GenL 43 23 Aug 1809 Letter to William Alexander of Sterling Mills from David Alexander requesting a shipment of rye flour. GenL 44 17 Jan 1719 Letter to unknown person from Barent Sanders re: suit against Mr. Van Vorst, also re: this person of fraud. GenL 45 16 Nov 1880 From J.V.L. Pruyn, Jr. to Jonathan Pearson correcting confusion of Frans Jansen whose wife was Marritje Gerrits with Frans Jansen whose wife was probably “Alida”. The first Frans Jansen had a child bpt. Marretje Decf. 13, 1665 while the second had a child Anna, born 11 May 1665; also, Johannes Pruyn who married Malia (?) Sanders; was born Mar 1, 1667 NOT 5 Jan 1663. APPARENTLY ANON PEARSON‟S FIRST FAMILIES OF SCHENECTADY OR ALBANY FAMILIES. GenL 46 2 May 1880 From John Sanders to Jonathan Pearson: inf. That he remembers his father saying that Dr. Nott obtained from the common council of Schenectady a grant of 3,000 acres of the common lands under the designation of gores and gussets. That they were about the most valuable of the tracts and that the country members of the council were opposed to the grant and indignant of Dr. Nott‟s successful ingenuity. GenL 47 18 Feb 1800 Copy of the citation of the Consistory of Stone Arabia in the case of Rev. CDA Pick GenL 48 31 Dec 1822 From William Austin to Jacob Swits re: cutting logs. GenL 49 9 Feb 1812 From John Size to Gershom Van Vorst re: financial affairs of Barney Sanders. GenL 50 14 Aug 1784 From Maj. Barclay with concerning instructions re: a bond. GenL 51 17 Mar 1811 To Widow Maria Alexander from M. Trotter re: mortgage on the Burton house GenL 52 5 Jul 1811 Albany. To Mrs. Maria Alexander from M. Trotter and Douglas re: statement of account GenL 53 1 Mar 1802 Letter from M. Van Vechten and to Senators re: due to confiscation of the Andries Wemple estate after the Revolutionary War; writer wishes to collect debt by petitioning the Senate. GenL 54 20 Jan 1820 CAT #291f To Jelles A. Fonda, Schenectady from Leonard Knap, Northhampton re: price of Blackford farm. GenL 55 1 Jan 1803 Scotia. To John B. Wendell and other overseers of poor for city from John Sanders re: freeing of his negro woman, Meg, according to act passed 8 Apr 1801. GenL 56 22 May 1766 To Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith, NY re: advice to Schermerhorn on his case before the Court of Sessions for obstructing Mr. Farley in his building. See also GenL 70. GenL 57 4 Apr 1873 To Prof. Pearson from Robert H. VanPatten re: VanPatten coat-of-arms which is enclosed. GenL 58 17 Oct 1808 Albany. From George Clarke to ……… announcing arrival of Mr. Jay and daughter in Albany. GenL 59 8 Jul 1847 From HP Peet, Institute for the deaf and dumb to ……..seeking permission for (John Vine?) to spend vacation in Rotterdam, Schenectady GenL 60 16 Mar 1835 Marion. To Gershom VanVorst from Francis VanVorst, his son re: winter weather and crops on farm of 400 acres. GenL 61 26 Jan 1766 Albany. To Reyer Schermerhorn from Isaac Teller re: Indian deed which Teller had not received and requesting another copy. GenL 62 12 May 1810 To…….from John Glen re: bonds and mortgages and low lands up the river for farm land, worth 3 or 400 pounds. GenL 63 10 May 1810 Fort Erie. To William H. Alexander, Schenectady from Hugh Alexander re: trip to Long Point GenL 64 30 May 1810 Fort Erie. To William H. Alexander, Schenectady from Hugh Alexander re: land owned by Mr. Kerr at Grand River GenL 65 26 Apr 1835 To Gershom Van Vorst, Schenectady from Gershom Van Vorst, Jr. requesting money GenL 66 6 Aug 1763 From P. Silvester, Albany re: papers of Smith to be presented to arbitrators (in Schenectady Patent quarrel) GenL 67 10 May 1763 To Helmer Veeder? From P. Silvester, lawyer, Albany re: Van Patten‟s case against John Van Rensselaer GenL 68 2 May 1767 To Reyer Schermerhorn from James Wilson, Aquasincook Wilson wishes to rent or lease Entervale land farm GenL 69 7 Oct 1767 To Reyer Schermerhorn from John McCrea, lawyer, Albany. Regrets not having sent deed. GenL 70 22 May 1766 To: From: Thomas Smith Re: Copy of letter concerning court case of trespass. See also GenL 56. GenL 71 27 Dec 1766 To Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith, NY bill for drawing deeds at Battenkill and other services GenL 72 14 Oct 1762 To Reyer Schermerhorn from William Smith and Johannes Quackenbush re: wish to have land on south side of Battenkill laid out in tracts by Mr. Bleecker. GenL 73 2 Mar 1871 Letter to P.R. Toll from A. Keith, treasurer of Lamoille Valley RR Co. as to price to be set on land (in village of Sexeville and surround territory) he had to sell. GenL 74 28 Sep 1762 To Schermerhorn from ………………….. re: a release from the inhabitants to Ryer Schermerhorn in the year 1716; also a power of authority of the inhabitants of Schenectady to writer and Claas DeGraff and John S. Glen; also a copy of translation of Gov. Stuyvesant‟s certificate, also papers with great many seals and a grant of land recorded in Boston from Gov. Duncan to Ryer Schermerhorn. GenL 75 19 Nov 1763 To Ryer Schermerhorn from William & Thomas smith and Johannes Quackenbos, all of NY re: laying out and the division of land into lots; request a map to be made by Mr. Bleecker with a description of each lot containing boundaries. ALL IN BATTENKILL. GenL 76 17 Jan 1762 To Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith, NY re: land on Battenkill. A petition for 5,000 acres Smith hopes to get before spring. GenL 77 9 Jun 1760 To Reyer Schermerhorn from William Smith, NY re: pitch pine boards received from Mr. Van Schouhoven. Mr. Vrooman, William Livingston, presented Mr. Bradt‟s bill in the council; at present has had second reading and is under consideration; is under commitment to the House. Wishes Schermerhorn to come to NY before next session of the Assembly. GenL 78 11 Sep 1760 NY. To Reyer Schermerhorn from William Smith. Received letter from Schermerhorn per Van Antwerp, asked son, Thomas to assist Reyer‟s business. Business concerns objections against Bill which passed lower House. Wants Reyer to come to NY from NY Assembly session. GenL 79 10 Nov 1760 Thomas Smith to Reyer Schermerhorn. Mentions case will be postponed until next Assembly re: Bradt‟s Bill in court of Chancery. GenL 80 11 Jun 1761 John Kyler (Cuyler) Schenectady from Nicholas Speck. Speck is ill, asks Cuyler to see Jno Sanders and ask if he did not make a copy of „my mother‟s Master‟s Will”. P.S. Please to go to Joseph Yates and desire to know of him if the new transport, or wither my grandmother paid it well for Joseph Yates was the man that wrote it. GenL 81 27 Feb 1761 Jno Bleecker to……..? Certificate of survey, made at request of Arent Bratt and Jan Wemp; from Mohawk River back into the woods four English miles according to the tenure of the patent of Confirmation of the Town of Schenectady. Found that Joseph Brauchim lived and had his land considerable within the limits of said patent of confirmation. GenL 82 24 Jun 1761 New York. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Van Sice “to Cousin Reyer” asking for lumber (to be sent in the fall) GenL 83 19 Apr 1781 Albany. 19 Apr 1781 to Reyer Schermerhorn from mat Visscher. Visscher, as lawyer, writing re: suit of Cornelius Cuyler. Schermerhorn is to come to Albany re: subpoena and consult about defense. GenL 84 25 Apr 1781 Albany. Reyer Schermerhorn from Mat Visscher, Albany lawyer. There is much criminal business before the court, which takes preference over civil suits; so advises Schermerhorn to dismiss his witnesses for the time being. GenL 85 16 Sep 1761 New York. To Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith. Mr. Scott has not finished reading conveyances sent him but as soon as possible will return them. Wishes Schermerhorn success in “finding the lands you seek”….If you can find any more than the 2,500 acres let me know and let Mr. Bleecker survey it by itself and I will endeavor to get it included in the patent, or petition for it immediately. GenL 86 27 Apr 1761 Albany. Reyer Schermerhorn from Ten Eyck Dow & Ten Broeck. Feel in duty bound to attend general assembly for their constituents; we can not attend your scrutiny the time appointed by the house. GenL 87 28 Mar 17__ To Captain Joseph Peek from Richard Schermerhorn asking for money owed him. GenL 88 10 Jun 1765 New York. Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith. Will file bill in court of Chancery after consulting with Mr. Scott. Has no confirmation of lots at Battenkill; will he take confirmation in manned proposed by Smith? GenL 89 8 Dec 1756 Reyer Schermerhorn from William Smith. Finished “bill consisting of six skins of parchment, written on both sides, and filed it in the Court of Chancery. The most laborious piece of work of the kind that I ever performed….” “You have been delayed a full 18 months by the Claim of the 6th share of Catalyntie Andries Devoss in the undivided lands mentions discrepancies in dates of Ante nuptial agreements in Devoss. NB This long drawn out correspondence (add dated about 1761) appears to hinge on Reyer Schermerhorn‟s grandmother said Catalyntje Andries Devoss, re: division of common lands, mentioned in ante nuptial agreement. GenL 90 4 Apr 1761 To Reyer Schermerhorn from …….Jno Glen and other Schenectady trustees. OPINION: re: case in court of Chancery case over Common lands and Bratt‟s right to sell. GenL 91 7 Sep 1761 New York. Ephraim Cowan, William Clark and John Blair, Massachusetts Bay Colony from William Smith, Jr. re: lands in Cambridge, Massachusetts. GenL 92 8 Jun 1808 Copy of an oath before Bastian Visscher made by Jacob Swits. Lt. Col. Commandant of a regiment in City of Schenectady. In making report of vacancies and recommending persons for appointments and promotions, recommended Capt. Jacob Mabee as entitled to promotion of a Major. Justifies the appointment. There had been a question of Thomas Smith as being the logical one for this promotion. GenL 93 3 Dec 1761 To Reyer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith. Case will open up soon. New Governor is responsible for delay. If Schermerhorn hasn‟t the original confirmation, they could use recorded one as well. Mentions Battenkill lands, too. GenL 94 20 Aug 1765 Schenectady. John Duncan to Reyer Schermerhorn ordering lumber. GenL 95 21 Apr 1761 Schenectady. To Nicholas Groot, Attorney, Schenectady from RS. By order of General Assembly of Colony of New York, I am not attending at the house of Jonathan Ogdon to receive your list of persons objected to in last election for a representative for Township of Schenectady. GenL 96 23 Apr 1765 Schenectady. Copy of letter to Thomas Smith by ……. Mr. Bratt is dead and buried; had meeting of both sides (evidently re: case in court of Chancery). Adversaries are inclined to come to an accommodation. Would like Smith‟s advice. Wants the Governor to get all papers now in possession of heirs of Bratt. GenL 97 24 Aug 1765 John Rogers to ……. re: his account payment. GenL 98 23 Dec 1765 Schenectady. Copy of letter to William Smith from Reyer Schermerhorn re: Battenkill patent. Wants to buy some land. GenL 99 10 Mar 1774 To Reyer Schermerhorn from Peter Sparling. Peter Miller had bot Widow Fink‟s interest: gives recommendation for Miller‟s honesty and industry; knew him from childhood. Sends love to Reyer‟s family, his brother Jacob and family. GenL 100 15 Dec 1849 St. Augustine. Daniel F. Jones to “Dear Father” Family letter inquiring of old friends – i.e. School Boys of Old Union; Jo Carley, Ed Rosa. Mentions Mr. Forest‟s election; rumor that the Indians refuse to come to any treaty. St. Augustine declining very much. Has Schenectady gone Whig? INTEREST TO ARCHEOLOGISTS GenL 101 28 Jan 1828 Philadelphia. To Samuel W. Jones, Schenectady from brother MN Duane Jones. Presenting application for job at Penna. Alms House; wants Jones to have Judge Glen to write a letter to men in key political positions. GenL 102 5 Mar 1802 Duanesburg. SW Jones to “My Dear Daughter” Mother is improving in (32) health; rec‟d daguerreotype of Mr. Miller (apparently daughter‟s husband) and little granddaughter. Uncle Mumford well, as is Aunt Rebecca. Mary Ann Jones and Amelia Smith are on trip; Lent and the Presbyterians have stopped sacred music concerts. INTERESTING MENTION OF „THE TIMES” GenL 103 29 Nov 1819 Cold Springs. Samuel W. Jones, Schenectady from Cornelia HF Jones, sister. “Dear old grandfather” died; describes illness and death. GenL 104 30 Sep 1830 New Smyrna, Florida. DF Jones to “sister”. Describes life at Indian River; will start orange grove at N. Smyrna. Asks that food be shipped him. GenL 105 4 Jun 1832 Fort Chapin, Indian River. DF Jones to “Dear Father” Is working for Mr. Carr. INTERESTING TO ARCHEOLOGISTS U.S. ARMY VS. American Indians GenL 106 26 Aug 1849 St. Augustine. Daniel F. Jones to “Dear Father” Is staying with Mr. & Mrs. Carr. Describes house, was built as hotel and has 40 rooms. Jones has a suite of 3 or 4 rooms. Mentions trouble with Indians. INTEREST TO ARCHEOLOGISTS. GenL 107 10 Nov 1849 St. Augustine. Daniel F. Jones to “Father” Carr has general store; Jones clerking there. GenL 108 20 Aug 1849 Savannah, Ga. Daniel F. Jones to Father. Left NY; trip to Savannah in 4 days by boat; on way to St. Augustine. GenL 109 26 Dec 1849 Staten Island, Seaman‟s – Retreat. Doctor James Duane Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Has been “here‟ about 4 months; will remain during coming winter. GenL 110 21 Oct 1849 St. Augustine. DF Jones to father. Is still working for Mr. Carr; mentions war with Indians, and “Free Soilers”. INTERESTING TO ARCHEOLOGISTS. GenL 111 31 Jul 1848 Jerusalem South. To Judge Jones, Schenectady from daughter Marianne. Arrived safe to NY by boat. Were traveling. GenL 112 11 Sep 1846 Yaphank, NY. To Samuel W. Jones, Schenectady from Cornelia S. Jones, (daughter). Family letter, now visiting relatives. GenL 113 30 Aug 1844 Cold Springs Harbor. From Mary Ann Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Family letter: describes Camp meetings. GenL 114 9 Jun 1842 To Samuel W. Jones from Cornelia (daughter). Visiting NY. Went to Institute for Blind Museum, Hoboken, Wall St., Exchange, Harlem Tunnell. GenL 115 27 Nov 1834 New Smyrna, Fla. From DF Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Applied for job as inspector of Customs for Port of Indian River. POLITICS Mentioned (NY) GenL 116 16 May 1854 Marianna Jones to Samuel W. Jones family letter. GenL 117 5 Jan 1834 Mrs. Ellen Smith to Samuel W. Jones (brother). Is in Albany and will come on to Schenectady to visit. GenL 118 31 Jan 1825 Oyster Bay. Susan M. Weeks to Samuel W. Jones (brother) Husband and brother had arrived at Barbados, 30 days journey. GenL 119 7 Feb 1831 Middle Tolland (Moriches) Samuel W. Jones from Susan M. Weeks (sister) family letter. GenL 120 6 Aug 1838 Cold Springs. Mrs. Weeks to Samuel W. Jones (brother) family letter. GenL 121 7 Jun 1839 Coldsprings. Mrs. Weeks to Samuel W. Jones (brother) father, mother, James and she are coming to Schenectady to visit during present week. Up from NY by boat. GenL 122 21 Feb 1839 Susan Weeks to brother Samuel W. Jones ~ Family letter concerning death of infant in family. GenL 123 2 Aug 1825 Fort Neck. Cornelia Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Family letter; a Mr. & Mrs. Graham to go to Saratoga. GenL 124 29 Aug 1832 Mrs. Mary Martin to Mrs. Samuel W. Jones. Mrs. Martin has secured some Irishmen for the Colonial. Mentions: Mrs. Potter, Mrs. Jackson recuperating from Cholera; the Kanes in town; Reports general health of community good; only 1 death and no bad cases. GenL 125 5 Apr 1865 Pension Office. Joseph H. Barrett, Commissioner. To Mrs. J.B. Miller, Geneva, NY re: land warrant for 120 acres, was issued to Samuel W. Jones on 29 May 1855. GenL 126 3 Oct 1832 Fort Neck. To Samuel W. Jones from DRF Jones family letter; discussing DRF‟s studying law; the fear of cholera continues in NY; comments on no report in papers of severity of epidemic in Schenectady. GenL 127 10 Jan 1825 Cornelia Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Family letter: Sarah Maria is delighted with young lady sent by her Aunt Maria; mentions a voyage made by her brothers; expects to hear of their safe arrival. Also expects to see Samuel Jones in the spring. GenL 128 23 & 26 Sep Daniel Jones to Samuel W. Jones. Family letter: discusses Indian fighting 1849 (Semenites) still continuing. Also contains a contract with BE Carr for the services of Daniel Jones as general clerk for 3 years. GenL 129 14 May 1843 Mary Ann Jones to Samuel W. Jones (father) family letter; discussing her visit in Hemstead with her grandparents. Mentions visit to Dr. Rhinelander. He gave her roses from the greenhouse (old ones, the petals fell off before the visit was over). Uncle Daniel returned. GenL 130 18 Oct 1843 George Bancroft to Samuel W. Jones acknowledgement for documents sent him by Mr. Jones. GenL 131 16 Nov 1830 Paris, France. William Duane to Samuel Jones. Description of the revolution and plunder of the palace; George Lafayette received embassy for America. GenL 132 5 Oct 1844 To Samuel W. Jones from Marianne (daughter). Is visiting in New York. Asks father to meet boat in Albany. They will leave NY soon and make trip up river. GenL 133 14 Feb 1853 London. From Rt. Hon. Edward Ellice to Samuel W. Jones, Schenectady. Had received memoir of the life of Judge Duane sent by Jones. Had been present at Sarah Duane‟s marriage to George Featherstonhaugh at the time of his first visit to America. GenL 134 12 Nov 1853 Schenectady. To Samuel W. Jones from James Fuller to inform Jones that Mr. Swits had the property sold this morning (Nov 12) to the Bank for $2,748.22. GenL 135 25 Aug 1850 St. Augustine. From DF Jones to his mother (Mrs. S.W. Jones) telling of the activities while away from home and working in St. Augustine. GenL 136 31 Aug 1850 Cold Springs Harbor. From David W. Jones to his brother Samuel W. Jones informing him that he and other members of the family do not wish to sell the city lot at any price during their father‟s lifetime. GenL 137 21 Apr 1853 Fort Capron. Indian River. From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones telling of the growth of cities in Florida, the uneasy Indians situation there, and his dislike of Uncle Sam‟s relations with John Bull, being that of appeasement and “cow-tailing” to the British. GenL 138 18 Sep 1853 Fort Capron, Florida. From DF Jones to one of his brothers or sisters in which he says he is trying to get a commission (luiet) in the Army and wants the person to whom he is writing to talk to this father about it. GenL 139 8 Oct 1853 From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones in which he grieves over the news of his mother‟s ill health and his grandfather Jones death. He also mentions that his father will be able to procure for him a commission in the army. GenL 140 9 Jun 1853 From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones, giving an account of how turtles lay their eggs in the sand, and his various activities at Fort Capron. GenL 141 11 Jul 1853 From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones telling him of the splendid fishing opportunities in Florida. He also comments upon what looks like a forthcoming war with Mexico and the advantages of his joining the army. GenL 142 2 Jul 1853 Fort Capron. Indian River. From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones in which he states that if there is no chance of his getting into the army, he may go to California with the company which will build a RR out there or he may join up with a merchant going to South America. GenL 143 13 Jan 1853 Fort Capron, Indian R. From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones telling of the recent trouble with the Indians in Florida and the possibility of war before long. He would like for some friend of his father to supply him with enough capital to start a small business in St. Augustine. GenL 144 6 Aug 1853 James Duane (from) to: Samuel Jones re: land purchased from …….Ladd. GenL 145 31 Jan 1853 Syracuse. From …. To: ….. refers to items evidently written previously. GenL 146 23 Aug 1853 Daniel F. Jones to Samuel W. Jones (father) wants a commission in Army; asks father to use his influence to get this. Comments on marriage of Ed Rosa. GenL 147 10 Nov 1852 Fort Capron, Indian River. Daniel F. Jones to Samuel W. Jones, father. Was elected Justice of the Peace. If he can not get in business will get into Army. GenL 148 27 Mar 1852 New Smyrna. Daniel F. Jones to his father Samuel W. Jones. Describes place and business; mentions selling merchandise. GenL 149 25 Dec 1852 Fort Capron. Indian R. Daniel F. Jones to father Samuel W. Jones. Discusses politics in Schenectady. GenL 150 8 Dec 1852 Daniel F. Jones to father Samuel W. Jones. Indian expeditions; describes business activities; speaks again of joining the army. GenL 151 23 Jul 1852 DF Jones, to father Samuel W. Jones. General letter telling of Florida and general misc. information. GenL 152 12 Apr 1852 Dixon. To Samuel W. Jones from Dements Stedman. A business letter, Stedman working through Jones; re: estate of Henry Smith, dec‟d. monies paid to Samuel Taylor, Cornelius VanVranken, James M. Bouck. GenL 153 12 Mar 1851 St. Augustine. DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones telling of his life in Florida, his activities, etc. GenL 154 10 Sep 1851 DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones. Has been discharged from his post and will seek employment in Savannah unless he has $300 to open a store in Florida. GenL 155 13 Oct 1850 DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones. Relates story of elections in Florida, Whigs carried the State. GenL 156 24 Feb1850 St. Augustine, Fla. DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones. Prospects of business in California. GenL 157 20 Nov 1850 St. Augustine, Fla. DF Jones to his father, Samuel w. Jones. News of happenings re: job. GenL 158 15 Apr 1850 St. Augustine, Florida. DF Jones to his father Samuel w. Jones. News of happenings re: job requesting clothes be sent to him from home. GenL 159 13 Jan 1850 From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones. His employer pleased with him and raised his salary as a Christmas present. South determined to hold its own or divide the nation. GenL 160 21 Mar 1850 St. Augustine, Fla. Asking for money and speaks of lonesomeness. DF Jones to Samuel W. Jones. GenL 161 23 Jan 1850 St. Augustine, Fla. DF Jones to his father, Samuel W. Jones. Continued talk of California and of the prospects of making a fortune there. GenL 162 10 Feb 1850 St. Augustine, Fla. From DF Jones to his father, Samuel W Jones. Asking for some money for clothes. Continued talk of California. GenL 163 31 Dec 1879 Schenectady. From James Sanders, Sr. to daughter Emma Shuler family letter. GenL 164 25 May 1880 From James Sanders, Sr. to daughter Emma Shuler. Price and design of tombstone. GenL 165 N.d. From James Sanders, Sr. to Emma Shuler. Family letter containing poem “That Darling Little One” GenL 166 18 Feb 1878 Schenectady. To Emma Shuler from James Sanders, Jr. Family letter; mentions fairs, festivals, etc. in Schenectady this winter. GenL 167 14 Jan 1895 Asbury Park. To Mrs. Shuler from Mollie Sedgwick. Shocked at son‟s death; letter of condolence. GenL 168 8 Sep 1883 Schenectady. From James Sanders, Sr. to Emma Shuler. Family letter; mentions Emma‟s great care of her mother before her death. GenL 169 N.d. Schenectady. From Edna E. Schmidt to Mrs. Shuler. Friendly letter; tells of father Schmidt sailing for Europe. GenL 170 23 May 1912 From Clark and McDonald to Mrs. Shuler. Re: Mrs. S‟s gift to YMCA; clock to office given “Memory of Rev. Laurens T. Shuler, one of the Founders of this Association” Cost $10. GenL 171 1 May- 30 Tickets to concessions department of Columbia Exposition, Ohio. Issued Oct 1893 to Kathleen Smith, saleswoman, Miss S‟s photo pasted on cover. GenL 172 1890 Among other things this diary gives an outline of Laurens T. Shuler pastorates. GenL 173 1883-1884 SS class book register of E.W. Shuler. Envelope pasted in front cover contains photo of Anna Wheeler, an adopted daughter of Dr. Wheeler, for many years in Mrs. Shuler‟s class in 1st Presb. Church. GenL 174 N.d. 2 copies. Tributes to the memory of Rev. Laurens T. Shuler – died 6 Jan 1895. Only son of Emma W and the late Laueens Shuler. GenL 175 21 Dec 1875 Passport issued by State Dept. to Laurens T. Shuler – 26 years of age. GenL 176 N.d. Notes of Emma Shuler re: son Laurens T. Shuler; b 2 Sep. 1849; died 6 Jan 1895. Story of Laurens‟ employment by Dr. Gnadenoff in drug store. GenL 177 N.d. Note of Emma Shuler telling of Lauren‟s schooling. GenL 178 Nov 1913 Soldiers Monument. Mrs. Shuler of fair (treas) of fair to last all week; all proceeds to defray expenses of monument. GenL 179 7 Mar 1910 Schenectady. Tom Mr. Timeson (undertaker in Schenectady) from E.W. Shuler. Asks for information and gives instructions for burial. GenL 180 21 Nov 1913 Schenectady. To Auntie Shuler from Frank. Consoles Aunt in her illness. Mentions George Ingersoll‟s gift of $50,000. to found home for old men. GenL 181 13 Oct 1877 Davenport, NY. To Mrs. Shuler from James H. Wright. Condolence on death of Mrs. S‟s mother. GenL 182 30 Dec 1905 St. Petersburgh. To Mrs. Shuler from Mrs. Hunt; news of Mrs. Hunt‟s family in St. Petersburgh and Washington. GenL 183 12 Apr 1909 From Anna C. Van Vorst to Mrs. Shuler. Letter from J.W. Sanders (Jeweler) and Mr. Featherstonhaugh. Both were looking after her affairs, Mr. S. will see that Mrs. Shuler will be taken of properly as long as she lives. GenL 184 1 Jan 1884 Paterson. From L.T. Shuler to congregation “Happy New Year” letter. GenL 185 1849-1895 Geneology of Rev. Laurens Tillou Shuler GenL 186 7 Dec 1805 New Antrim. To Henry Delancey, NY from John Suffern. Has made survey as per orders of Delancey. GenL 187 28 Sep 1827 CAT #291G. Affidavit of Richard McLean before Justice N.P. Calkins re: Anthony Blackford‟s death – wife to remarry. GenL 188 5 Jun 1784 Wilmot. To John Delancey, NY from Major Thomas Barclay re: bond and mortgage has not been delivered to Mrs. Delancey per promise. Mentions: Whitehall estate. GenL 189 27 May 1784 To Thomas Smith, NY from …..? Wants papers sent him. GenL 190 27 May 1789 To Simon Veeder from Catharina Visger wants money due her. Mentions: Barent Wemple, Peter Veeder, Haramanus Visger. GenL 191 20 May 1784 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Major Barclay describes his farm. GenL 192 30 Jun 1784 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Major Thomas Barclay wants Delancey to hire farms, etc. GenL 193 12 Nov 1784 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Major Thomas Barclay. Wants to know how accts stand between them. Also re: Whitehall estate. GenL 194 2 Aug 1784 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Major Thomas Barclay. If not satisfied to live in NY why not come to this province. Notices that Delancey says the Americans treat one politely. GenL 195 19 Mar 1856 Union Theol. Sem. To Marianna Jones from John P.C. Friendly letter; describes NY in winter; Is his last term at seminary. Had been at Union College. Mentions: The Paiges, Potters, Miss Grace Walton, Mary Yates, Miss Seabury. GenL 196 11 Apr 1856 Union Theol. To Marianna Jones at Utica from John P.C. Letter of condolence upon death of father. GenL 197 20 Oct 1856 Troy. To cousin Marianna Jones in Schenectady from cousin John Met Platt Potter in Troy. GenL 198 20 Jan 1857 To cousin from John P.C. friendly letter. GenL 199 8 Apr 1857 Troy. To Cousin Marianna from Cousin John P.C. friendly letter. GenL 200 2 Sep 1783 Annapolis. To John Delancey, NY from Major Thomas Barclay. Has just arrived in NY after a sea voyage with wife and children. House not complete – will take rooms for a while; wished wife, Susan and children had remained in NY. Wants corn sent; oats three times as expensive as in NY. GenL 201 10 Dec 1788 Schenectady. To John Delancey, NY from John Glen. Had rec‟d letters from his brother Stephen stating that he had empowered Glen to sell his estate and to pay John Delancey the bond Stephen had given him. Asks for information on this. Needs money. GenL 202 9 Aug 1776 To John Delancey from Thomas Barclay re: money owing to Hull by Delancey. GenL 203 13 Apr 1785 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Thomas Barclay re: property in Whitehall. GenL 204 30 Jul 1785 Wilmot. To John Delancey from Thomas Barclay re: property. Lots in Whitehall. GenL 205 18 Oct 1858 Troy. To Daniel Stark from Clarissa Groom (niece) Where did Grandfather serve in Rev. war and with whom? GenL 206 9 Mar 1813 NB: there are two letters written on same sheets. To Daniel Starks, Glenville; apparently copy of J. H. Brooks letter to Cornelius Conde. Herewith appoints Daniel Starks, atty to receive execution in his favor against Daniel Cole. To Daniel Starks from JH Brooks, (same date); Please attend to collection of above. GenL 207 8 May 1859 To father from Solomon Starks. Had promised a team, bought a machine; now needs team. Is to be married in Sep. Invites father to wedding and bring team with him. GenL 208 18 Sep 1852 From John H. Hoag to Mr. Stark. Please let Samuel Murray have 14 shillings; charging same to Hoag. GenL 209 22…. 1858 From P.I. Garcelen, deputy sheriff. Holds no property in execution of case; Hunt vs. Daniel Stark & William Stark. GenL 210 N.d. Letter from John G. Hall to Dr. Arthur Burtis re: biography of Rev. Johann Daniel Gros. GenL 211 28 Mar 1856 Buffalo. Copy of letter to Charles Luther from Arthur Burtis. Has been asked by Dr. Sprague (see GenL 250) to aid him in preparing a notice of Rev. Gros, formerly Professor at Columbia College. Wants information. Copy sent to Peter J. Waggoner; and George Rapalye GenL 212 30 Mar 1857 To Rev Arthur Burtis from Charles Aulter (?) re: Rev. Gros GenL 213 8 Apr 1857 Galway. To Rev. Arthur Burtis from HL Grose. Has much material on Rev. Gros; will call on Burtis with same. GenL 214 27 Apr 1857 NY. From J.W. Francis to Arthus Burtis re: Rev. Gros. GenL 215 28 Apr 1857 NY. To Dr. Burtis from J.W. Francis re: Rev. Gros GenL 216 18 Apr 1859 Paramont. To Dr. Arthus Burtis from E. Sanford Corwin re: Rev Gros. GenL 217 13 Jun 1860 Buffalo. Copy of letter to Rev. Aaron Leinbach re: Rev. Gros. GenL 218 24 Jul 1860 Fort Plain. To Dr. Burtis from ….? Re: Rev Gros (letter incomplete) GenL 219 7 Apr 1857 NY. To Arthur Burtis from Thomas DeWitt re: Rev Gros GenL 220 17 May 1878 Buffalo. To Rev GW Bethune from Arthur Burtis. Complaining about a new church coming where he had labored 3 ½ years on extension work and took best of his congregation. GenL 221 1909 CAT. #393a. Holland. To Rev. W. Elliott Griffis, Utica. Says Van Vurler was born 1620 instead of 1612 (IN DUTCH) GenL 222 N.d. CAT. #390. To Rev Griffis. Anon unveiling Van Curler monument or tablet in Holland. GenL 223 8 Jun 1909 Newkirk, Holland. 8 Jun 1909. To Rev. Griffis from G. Hallenbarn, Jr. Setting time and date of unveiling of Van Curler tablet in Newkirk. How many Americans will come: May the church wardens offer a dinner, etc. GenL 224 1 Feb 1909 Newkirk. To Rev Griffis from G. Beermink re: Van Curler tablet in Newkirk. GenL 225 15 Jan 1909 Newkirk. CAT. 393a To Rev Griffis from G. Beernink re: Van Curler Tablet GenL 226 23 Jun 1909 Schenectady. Copy of letter to Minister etc at Newkirk (Nykirk), from George R. Lunn (IN DUTCH). Re: tablet to Van Curler. Filed with GEN L 227 as they are duplicates. Translated 12/97 by Johanna Woldring. GenL 227 23 Jun 1909 CAT #393e Schenectady. 23 Jun 1909. Copy of letter by George R. Lunn, 1st Reformed Church, Schenectady to Reformed Church in Newkirk (Nykirk). (IN DUTCH) re: Van Curler tablet. Filed with GEN L 226 as they are duplicates. Translated 12/97 by Johanna Woldring. GenL 228 23 Mar 1869 Clarinda, Iowa. To brother Jeremiah Muckey from Jasper Muckey. Why did Jasper go to Clarinda? Describes route taken in trip from Schenectady and country thereabout. GenL 229 14 Jul 1869 Missing 1976. Jasper Muckey to Jeremiah Muckey. Crops look well, is not farming; is “breaking” prairie; has broken over 100 area. Describes barrel making; lumber country. GenL 230 16 Mar 1783 Albany. To Miss Macy Sice from father Cor: Van Sice in prison. Warns Nancy not to talk about the “affair”. Enclosed letter to Mr. Schermerhorn; get it to him‟ ask him to come to Albany immediately. GenL 231 8 Jun 1872 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Cornelius Van Sice. (Can‟t read clearly). Van Scheluyne wanted Van Sice to sign over house and lot for debt Gen L232 11 Jun 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Cornelius Van Sice. Van Scheluyne suggested he settle for costs with the law and give up house, he would let Van Sice out of jail; principal; told Van Scheluyne he couldn‟t do this; cost is 29-15-6. Wants Schermerhorn to advance; Asks for 3 or 4 lbs butter as times are very hard to live here. GenL 233 1788 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter W. Yates; rec‟d notice of trial of ejectment causes agst Lighthall, Bovee, Hagadorn, & Ten Broeck vs Schermerhorn; come to Albany to see Yates. GenL 234 1 Sep 1844 San Jose de Costa Rica Central America. To “Dear Will” from brother Ed. Describes bull fights, social customs, Spanish girls magnificent. Bought riding horse for $10. 2 Sep 1844 Busy attending his patients. No Protestants; all Catholics. Describes Catholic ceremonies. Expecting revolution. Sep 3 Is to operate on club foot his a.m. Will clear $2,500 of expenses this year. Had been drinking and spending money, calling on Pa for funds, but has now reformed. Saving money and establishing himself as physician. Gen L235 20 Jan 1785 Albany. Note for £10-5-3. Matthew Watson to Henry Wendell. Gen L236 5 Oct 1785 Note of Nicholas Van Rensselaer to Henry Wendell for 24 shillings. Gen L237 17 Feb 1860 NY. 17 Feb 1860. To O Hastings from W.W. Peck, atty re: property as security, which was in son‟s name. re: affairs of a Scott Trust. Mrs. S needs money. Gen L238 17 Feb 1860 NY. To Harriet Paige (sister) from WW Peck re: O Hastings case (see Gen L 237) Gen L239 8 Feb 1860 Rochester. To WW Peck, NY from O Hastings. Had written; now explains more fully. SEE GEN L 237-238. Gen L240 14 Jan 1860 Rochester. To WW Peck, NY from O Hastings. Mrs. Scott (Ref on GEN L 237-238-239), is Mrs. Paige‟s aunt. Explains monies and business. Gen L241 22 Jun 1834 Palantine. TO AC Paige from John S Schermerhorn. Property of DC Consaul had been purchased under judgement and deed recorded and received from H. Van Slyck, Sheriff. Has sold part to Daggett and still owns residence.

Gen L242 25 Aug 1854 Bethlehem. Daniel Stark to father; Is this letter to or from Daniel Jeremiah Stark. Gen L243 9 Feb 1846 Saratoga Springs. To Rev Ed Davis from Washington Putnam. Putnam and Seymour Ainsworth are to buy 400 acres. The lot he most wanted has been sold to Mr. Efner. Steam mill property Davis has is too high. Gen L244 20 Mar 1856 Waterville. To Mr. Jery ? from John Batt. Glad Jery is coming west in spring. Had had contract to make all the barrels he could for a miller who has gone out of business. Advised to leave Norman at home and bring tools. Has heard of a place 25 miles for a shop. There is a mill that plows some. There is no copper shop, etc. Take canal 6 miles from Waterville. At Toledo take RR to Maume and then canal. Gen L245 1 Mar 1859 Troy. To Marianne Jones from John P.C. Tired from activities of sister Mary‟s wedding. Saw Clara Paige; Learned of Marianne‟s mother‟s death. Mary married Edward C. Williams of Calif. Gen L246 8 Sep 1755 CAT #45b. Boston, 8 Sep 1755 to Robert Sanders, on His Majestys Service from J. Osborne. Bill of exchange for L100 sterling and other letter on inside of sheet: “Our Government on receiving Gen. Johnson, immediately called together the general court by proclomation, who have ordered 2,000 men forthwith to be raised to reinforce the Army for Crown Point expedition,…..It gives us great satisfaction to see such a Spirit raised in the people, particularly in Conn. and this Province. They have raised….1,500 men in Conn. Gen L247 25 Sep 1788 NY. To Jacob Cuyler from……..re: Henry Glen‟s accts as Commissioner. Gen L248 2 Dec 1835 St. George‟s Rectory. To Henry Glen, Schenectady from P.A. Proal. Introducing Rev. Todrig, Episc. Clergyman lately come to our part of the country. Will settle in Syracuse Church. Has been introduced to Wendell‟s daughter Anna Maria during a visit some 2 to 3 weeks ago. Wished to obtain Wendell‟s permission to say his addresses to her. Gen L249 14 Sep 1826 Johnstown. Richard Dodge to Major Alonzo Paige. 11th Brig. To parade in Johnstown; invites Paige to attend. Gen L250 20 May 1857 Albany. From W.B. Sprague to Dr Argur Burtis re: Rev Gros. (see Gen L211; etc) Gen L251 N.d. To Henry Wendell from Abraham Van Ingen. Trouble over a black woman; suggests Wendell meet with Mr. Lewis. Gen L252 20 May 1858 To or from Daniel Stark. Sister Mrs. Pangburn died 5 Apr 1858; grandfather died 11 May aged 104 years of age. Cites food prices. Gen L253 2 Jul 1844 NY. To Will Trotter, Albany from Harry B. Hart. Advises Hart to remain in Albany under his father‟s house. Society better there than in NY. HUMOROUS LETTER AND INTERESTING Gen L254 18 Sep 1859 Bananah River, Fla. To “Dear Sister” from affectionate brother Dan. Wants to buy orange grove. Describes agreages, # of oranges, prices, etc. Would like to borrow $500 to start. Gen L255 20 Jul 1783 CAT #179c. Montgomery. To James Duane from W. Malcom. Exiled citizens of NY to meet at Fishkill to consider what ought to be done for their interest, convenience safety and peace upon their return. Many destitute. MOST INTERESTING! Gen L256 31 Oct 1857 From Francis G. Clowe to ……… re: warrant from Washington not being correctly made out. Gen L257 2 Jan 1839 Glenville. David F Reese bearer, Silas B. Russell, in need of financial help because of ill health. Gen L258 2 Jan 1839 To Waterman Sweet from Jacob Is. Van Eps, church treas. Daniel Stark calls on Consistory of 2nd Ref. Ch. In 3rd Ward to know if Stark ever paid anything over common interest. Examination of books show NO. Gen L259 24 Jan 1787 Copy of letter of Abragam Swits‟ letter to George Clinton, Gov. of NY At Clinton‟s request has secured affidavits proving loss of his son and Henry Vrooman at Oswego. Gen L260 9 Mar 1798 Newark. To…………… from Alexander Stewart re: suit of Mr. Wendell agst Gilbert Tice, dec‟d. Tice died in Upper Canada; Wendell can‟t get money for Tice‟s debt on military grant. Thinks Mrs. Tice should honor her husband debts. Gen L261 11 Sep 1820 To Samuel W. Jones, atty, Schenectady from S.B. Nicoll, Jr. business letter mentions: Gardiner & Dyckman. Gen L262 1 Dec 1821 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor Jones. family letter. Gen L263 30 Jul 1821 Cold Springs. Samuel W. Jones form sister Susan Weeks Grandmother‟s death; family letter. Gen L264 8 Apr 1821 Fort Neck. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Cornelia HF Jones family letter. Gen L265 6 Aug 1820 To Samuel W. Jones from B. Nicoll, Jr. Friendly letter: Is finished with politics. Does not think Clinton an honest politician, although he preferred him to Tompkins and does not think he will ever support him again. Saw North a few days before he left for Duanesburg, who is to be married soon. Is she rich? DeLancey is married to a rich wife and shat is more, is soon to get into possession of the rents and profits as his father is at point of death. Hopes soon to be married (although he sees no prospects) Gen L266 24 Dec 1820 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Cornelia HF Jones. family letter Gen L267 25 Jun 1820 To Samuel W. Jones from sister Cornelia HF Jones family letter & gossip about mutual friends Gen L268 26 Jan 1821 To Samuel W. Jones from Charles Watts. Going to Louisiana, interior, but may stay in New Orleans. Is sick of “Yankeeism” he sees “here”. Gen L269 24 Sep 1821 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor Jones. family letter Gen L270 26 Feb 1821 Cove. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor Jones. family letter Gen L271 24 Dec 1821 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor Jones. Has two new Franklin stoves. They give more heat than a fireplace. Family letter. Gen L272 17 Dec 1821 To Samuel W. Jones from SB Nicholl, Jr. political letter Gen L273 30 Apr 1821 Oyster Bay. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter; mentions change in ownership of Oyster Bay Academy Gen L274 2 Aug 1821 NY. To Samuel W. Jones from David S. Jones. News of “your grandmother‟s death”. Willed $1,000 in 6% stock to Samuel W. Gen L275 23 Sep 1822 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter Gen L276 28 Mar 1822 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor Jones. family letter Gen L277 8 Jul 1822 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter: mentions Oyster Bay has become a great resort; new hotel is completed; steam boats run twice a week; stage coach one a week. Had great public ball with bands, etc., when hotel is opened. Gen L278 28 Oct 1822 To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Father has consented to run for Assembly; agriculture meeting: family letter Gen L279 14 Apr 1822 To Samuel W. Jones from S.B. Nicoll, Jr. Had received news of the nomination of Yates as 1st Gov. under new constitution. Does not object, but thought they would have selected a more violent man than he takes Yates to be. Says “they” would elect any name on ballot even if an Indian of the Oneida tribe were named. Will soon be on list of Benedicts. Gen L280 2 Jan 1823 To Samuel W. Jones from Rev. D. Butler letter of consolation on death of son Gen L281 31 Mar 1823 To Samuel W. Jones from E. Livingston, SS Gardiner, and William N. Dyckman, Jr. invitation to the lodgings of Gardiner for “Blow out in old stile” Gen L282 20 Mar 1823 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Jones (Weeks) family letter and condolence on death of son Gen L283 25 Dec 1823 NY. To Samuel W. Jones from brother Elbert W. Jones friendly family letter; says city all trying for ways to help the Greeks; are dancing, fiddling, etc. for their benefit. Mentions large New Years cakes some weighing 7 lbs. Gen L284 26 Dec 1824 Cold Springs. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter. Gen L285 22 Feb 1824 Cold Springs. To Samuel w. Jones from sister Eleanor Smith. Family letter. Gen L286 5 Jul 1824 Oyster Bay. 5 Jul 1824. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter. Gen L287 11 Apr 1824 Oyster Bay. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. Family letter. Gen L288 24 May 1829 NY. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Cornelia F. Jones. Family letter. Gen L289 20 Dec 1829 Fort Neck. To Samuel W. Jones from Cornelia F. Jones. Family letter. Gen L290 10 Aug 1829 To Samuel W. Jones from sister Cornelia F. Jones family letter Gen L291 30 Aug 1846 Yalhank. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Susan Weeks. family letter Gen L292 15 Sep 1864 Millville. Samuel W. Jones from Cornelia Jones (sister) family letter Gen L293 16 Oct 1850 Application of Samuel W. Jones for bounty lands from State of New York. Jones is 59 years of age. Was LT in company commanded by Capt. Thomas J. DeLancy; Regiment of Militia, commanded by Lt. Col. Dodge in War of 1812. Ordered into service of US for defence of city and harbor of NY 1 Sep 1814 Gen L294 21 Mar 1855 NY. Copy of Samuel W. Jones to LP Waldo, Dept of War Pensions, Washington. Herewith are papers for obtaining bounty lands (see Gen L293) Gen L295 7 Sep 1855 To Samuel W. Jones from daughter Marion A. Jones. too faded to read Gen L296 25 Mar 1855 Fort Capen, Fla. To Samuel W. Jones from son David F. Jones. hoping for commission in army. May be made inspector of port. military news Gen L297 23 Jul 1855 Longwood. To Samuel W. Jones from sister Eleanor J. Smith. family letter Gen L298 25 Apr 1855 To Samuel W. Jones from brother D.F. Jones family letter Gen L299 13 Mar 1852 Samuel W. Jones application of military bounty lands Gen L300 CAT #619c Envelope and penwilled note re: Samuel W. Jones‟ military service. Envelope from Dept. of Interior, Pensions office, Washington. On this we find “see page 155 of my father‟s Journal bound in brown leather” unsigned Gen L301 11 Jun 1772 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Rutgen Bleecker rec‟d letter from Mr. Kemp re: action agst Van Patten; Schermerhorn owes £30 Gen L302 20 Aug 1771 Ash Grove. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Thomas Ashton Bearer David Dulmadge, wants Lot #12 that adjoins Ashton‟s land. Gen L303 20 Apr 1789 Water Vliet. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Stephen Van Rensselaer. Sending list of candidates for officers in coming elections. Hopes Schermerhorn will endorse them. Gen L304 8 Nov 1788 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter W. Yates. Trial of ten Broeck‟s cause agst Schermerhorn; also Samuel Hagadorn, Jacob Bovee, & James Lighthall; please come to Albany. Gen L305 20 Sep 1787 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter W. Yates. Notice of case; Van Patten & Van Pelt. Are suits to be defended? Gen L306 15 Apr 1787 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter W. Yates. Cause of Harmanus Bradt and other agst Schermerhorn. Trial by jury; suggests that Schermerhorn settle. Gen L307 12 Jun 1771 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn and John Glen from Jacob Lansing. Trial put off; suit with Jacob Fonda. Gen L308 21 Jun 1774 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Glen. Christopher Yates says jury would come from Albany in 2 wagons. Gen L309 Jul 1792 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Nicholas Quackenbush. Will he return certificates borrowed some time ago? Gen L310 7 Oct 1783 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Jno Bleecker. ording planks Gen L311 4 Feb 1771/2 Schenectady. Copy of Ryer Schermerhorn‟s letter to John M. Scott and Thomas Smith. Have advertised as asked: bearer was employed for that purpose; now bring proof. Gen L312 29 Oct 1772 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Rutgan Bleecker. Verdict Schermerhorn got agst VanPatten is confirned. (SEE Gen L313) Gen L313 5 Dec 1772 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Rutgan Bleecker. Has writ of possession; father will meet sheriff at VanPatten‟s (SEE GEN L312) Gen L314 8 Oct 1772 NY. To Henry Schermerhorn from James Duane re: Schermerhorn‟s new claim of lands for Schenectady; about 1,000 acres which Duane says are in Duanesburg. Gen L315 18 Oct 1775 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Thomas Smith. Wants monies due from Schermerhorn vs. Fonda suit. Gen L316 2 Nov 1775 To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Bay. Please read enclosed letter and information on declaration. Gen L317 9 Feb 1775 Fowlis. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Winne. Letter delivered by James Bolton. Claims not treated fairly by trustees. Gen L318 18 Jan 1775 Ash Grove. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Thomas Ashton. Bearer, James Barbor wants land (part of Lot #17) “your brother‟s lot” on flat. Gen L319 26 Sep 1782 Schenectady. Joseph Shurtleff to Ryer Schermerhorn. Wants flour Gen L320 27 Aug 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Math: Visscher. Wants Schermerhorn to settle for agreed fee of $10 per Elizor. Gen L321 4 Apr 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Math: Visscher. Schermerhorn‟s suit agst Cornelius Cuyler to come up Friday. How many subpenes & tickets? Gen L322 26 Jun 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Lansing, Jr. (Chancellor) re: Cornelius Cuyler‟s suit agst Schermerhorn Gen L323 9 Aug 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Math: Visscher. Bearer, Mr. Willett, one of the Elizors in action agst Cornelius Cuyler. Please settle acct. Gen L324 14 May 1782 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Math: Vischer. Cornelius Cuyler‟s attys notifies he intends to sue for monies due him. Suggests going to court. NB evidently Cuyler Schermerhorn for grinding, but will not settle acct. MNC Gen L325 6 Feb 1782 Ash Grove. To Ryer Schermerhorn from George Barbor. Business letter about a horse and oxen. Gen L326 5 Jun 1783 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Peter H. Vader Can he do anything for Vedder, who is in gaol. Gen L327 1 Apr 1783 Morris Co., To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Dods friendly letter Gen L328 13 Jun 1783 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Price Disappointed in hawling up sloop, which delayed delivering of planks. Gen L329 30 Jun 1783 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Price. Wants oak planks to complete sloop. Gen L330 5 Dec 1783 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Arent Bradt. Wants to borrow £3. Gen L331 25 Jun 1790 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Andries Van Patten Pound master business: re: cattle trespassing. Gen L332 20 Jul 1790 To Ryer Schermerhorn from son Nicholas Chancery court will meet in Albany. Gen L333 8 Feb 1775 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Stephen Lash (?) Lush (?) Schermerhorn vs 1740 (?) Fonda & others in court Gen L334 30 Aug 1790 Schenectady, 30 Aug 1790 Copy of Ryer Schermerhorn‟s letter to Richard Harrison, NY Proprietors of Schenectady ask for opinion of case before court of chancery Gen L335 23 May 1787 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Jonathan Pettit? Schermerhorn‟s son Jeremiah owes Pettit some money; Will take payment in planks. Gen L336 17 Apr 1787 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Samuel Stringer Lumber rec‟d wrong length; send correct ones at once. Gen L337 7 Feb 1811 Prible. To Henry Weaver, Lisquena (Lisqeuna) County, from daughter, Mary Sager. Mentions: brother John, send love to Caty & Elizabeth. Family letter Gen L338 16 Dec 1773 Duanshcook. From Andrew Thompson to Ryer Schermerhorn letter salutation: Dear Mr. Schermerhorn: “Old Moor gone” to NY to see what he can bake up against you.” Mentions: Templetons, Mr. Quackenbush, not to let “them” have that place…… Gen L339 8 Jul 1773 From Phyne & Ellice to Ryer Schermerhorn. Directs Schermerhorn to collect as “law directs” from Peter Radclief. Gen L340 1784 Schenectady. John Glen to Ryer Schermerhorn Has rec‟d note from Dr. Van Ingen & Mr. Oothout want meet with him Gen L341 20 Sep (no To Ryer Schermerhorn from son Richard. Evidently at some school. year) Gen L342 15 Dec 1768 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Hanson re: horse Gen L343 13 Dec 1768 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Hanson re: horse Gen L344 N.d. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Freeman Schermerhorn re: John Davit‟s lumber etc. Gen L345 N.d. To ……? From Isaac Levey. Asking for mare, which he had pastured with Schermerhorn. Gen L346 5 Aug 1769 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from nephew John T. Visscher re: price of lumber in NY; also flour Gen L347 Sep 1756 To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Dods family letter Gen L348 14 Oct 1769 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Knox re: sheep Gen L349 30 Dec 1769 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Hanson re: letter of Schermerhorn given to Hanson by R. Bleecker was delivered; thanks him for loan of horse. Gen L350 16 Apr 1770 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Joseph Godwin. Came to Albany as per instructions of Robert Drummond for lumber; This wood is for church being built in Pumpton, N.J. Will they be ready? Gen L351 17 Oct 1780 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John W. Wendell. Please send all flour he can immediately. Gen L352 1754 Paschquanisk, NJ. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Dods; re: wife‟s sister Catalyntje; rec‟d lumber; Heard that Indians and French have burnt Saratoga and Half Moon. Gen L353 23 May 1725 Albany. To Jacob Schermerhorn from Joseph Haynes. Wants Indian corn or money at once. Gen L354 22 Feb To John Schermerhorn from Ed Collins. Wants wheat due him at once. 1735/6 Gen L355 1752 N.Y. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Dods. Sorry to learn of father‟s death; Had been to Ratitan, N.J. to put Freeman at school; Arent there, too. Gen L356 29 Apr 1750 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Stephen Lush re: property owned by Ryer. Gen L357 Feb 1784 Quachook, N.J. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Thomas Hall re: rent on farm owned by Schermerhorn added note by Bartholomew Wiley saying he is living on Hall‟s farm; would like refusal on it. Gen L358 9 Jan 1773 Missing ‟76. Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Glen re: meeting with Mr. Dienaer in Schenectady to bring Jacob Schermerhorn & Philip Van Patten. Gen L359 9 Mar 1773 N.Y. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Johannis Van Sice Orders squash mentions: Jacobus Rogers Gen L360 16 May 1784 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn fro John Bpt Van Eps re: Bond he did not sign. Gen L361 14 Mar 1811 Albany. To William Alexander at Alexander‟s Mills from N. Trotter Asking about land in Charlton Gen L362 19 Sep 1748 Ryer Schermerhorn‟s letter to brother Johannis . mentions: brother in law, Claas Viele; Ryer Wemple; Christian Folmer. In Dutch; Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993. Translated by Clara Clack, 2011 Gen L363 3 Jul 1748 To Ryer Schermerhorn from Wouter Barhydt. IN DUTCH. Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993 Gen L364 21 Sep 1747 Letter from Gesina Van Patten to ….. Schermerhorn (her father and mother) IN DUTCH. Translation in file. Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993. Translated by Clara Clack, 2011 Gen L365 29 Oct 1762 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Jno R. Bleecker. IN DUTCH. Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993 Gen L366 18 Sep 1752 DUTCH PAPER signed by: Hendrick Brower, John Sanders, Cornelius Van Slyck, Gerret Lansing, Symon Toll, Elias Post; all ELDERS. Concerns Domine Barent Vrooman Gen L367 1688 CAT #18 Schenectady. Translation of Dutch letter (see brown folder in envelope) Gen L368 1688 Missing? CAT #18 Translation of Dutch letter see brown folder in envelope. Gen L369 6 Dec 1700 CAT #18. Translation of Dutch letter see brown folder in envelope. Gen L370 2 Feb 1702/3 N.Y. CAT #18 translation of Dutch letter (see brown folder in envelope) Gen L371 Apr 1707 NY CAT #18 Translation of Dutch letter (see brown folder in envelope.) Gen L372 20 Dec 1714 N.Y. translation of Dutch letter (see brown folder in envelope) Gen L373 30 Feb 1723 Schenectady. Peter Felink, SCHOOLMASTER, of Schenectady. Thomas Brouwer, minister. Contract for new term (signed) Jan Schermerhorn. IN DUTCH Gen L374 22 Jul 1702 Schenectady. Obligation of Schenectady. IN DUTCH. Signed by: Sander Glen, Ryer Schermerhorn, Adam Vrooman, … Wemple, Sr., Isaac Fonda, Gerrit Symonse (Veeder), Daniel Janse Danielse (Van Antwerp, Jan Wemple, Claes…, Gysbert Gesbertse Gen L375 11 Jun 1702 Schenectady to Widow Sara Christianse from Barnardus Freeman friendly letter; translation attached Gen L376 22 Jan 1706 N.Y. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Bernardus Freerman re: payment of minister salary, etc. Gen L377 30 Aug 1701 Schenectady. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Barnardus Freerman translation attached Gen L378 1 Jan 1771 Newark. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Schermerhorn. Saw father-in- law of Aron Solder, who was first recorder in Dutch times. Gen L379 N.d. Dutch list mentions: Dongan charter, etc MAY BE WORTH TRANSLATING Gen L380 N.d. Memo: of Mr Collins to Ryer Schermerhorn . Mentions: William Apple Gen L381 N.d. To Ryer Schermerhorn from James Bolton re: some Widow & damage to her harvest. Gen L382 N.d. NB Evidently part of a deed or lease, signed by: Richard Schermerhorn, Bartholmew Schermerhorn, Gerrit Schermerhorn, Jeremiah Schermerhorn. Gen L383 21 Mar (no Schenectady. To Bartholomew Schermerhorn at Mills, Rotterdam from year) R.S.I. understands that Bartholomew is bargaining with I.I. DeGraff for General De Graff‟s house. Did he know that Gen.‟s wife had not signed deed & that she is entitled to claim her dower? Gen L384 13 Jul …. Newtown, L.I. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Elenor Willson; Tells of father‟s death. Gen L385 CAT 390e IN DUTCH K. van Aller‟s Welcoming Remarks on the Occasion of the Unveiling of the Van Curler tablet in the Reformed Church of Nijkerk, Monday, Jul 12th 1909 Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993 Gen L386 12 Apr 1720 NY. To Cosyn from William Appel. IN DUTCH. asking for payment of interest owed by Cosyn‟s father. Translated by Mrs. Johanna Woldring, 1993 Gen L387 8 May 1776 To brothers and sisters from Johannes Schermerhorn IN DUTCH Translated by Johanna Woldring, 1993 Gen L388 8 Mar 1773 NY To Ryer Schermerhorn from Margrity Quackenbush IN DUTCH Gen L389 12 Mar 1773 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from JJ Lansing IN DUTCH Gen L390 1716 Karl Hansen Toll witnesses his name In Dutch Gen L391 4 Dec 1717 Albany. From Ryer Schermerhorn to ….? IN DUTCH Gen L392 25 May 1717 Albany. From Ryer Schermerhorn to ….? IN DUTCH Gen L393 17 Sep 1718 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Johannis Cuyler . Mentions: Jan Mabee, Johannes Beekman, Jr. IN DUTCH Gen L394 12 Sep 1723 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Johannis Cuyler IN DUTCH Gen L395 N.d. To Jan Schermerhorn from ….? IN DUTCH Gen L396 3 Sep 1725 Jellis Van Eps IN DUTCH Gen L397 25 Dec 1748 Arent Lenyn (signature) . Mentions: Joseph R. Yates for the congregation of First Reformed Church, Schenectady for mill rent Gen L398 24 Jun 1760 Schenectady. Bartholomew I. Vrooman, Johannis S. Vrooman IN DUTCH Gen L399 1714/5 Receipt of Dirk Bradt to Johannis Cuyler IN DUTCH Gen L400 6 Apr 1784 Schenectady. Jno Bpt Van Eps re: copying or drawing Will of Arent Bradt‟s Will. IN DUTCH. Gen L401 27 Sep 1766 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Jno R. Bleecker. IN DUTCH. Gen L402 1784 DUTCH LETTER: mentions minister Gen L403 21 Nov 1766 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Margritje Quackenbush. IN DUTCH. Gen L404 14 May 1763 Albany. From Jno R. Bleecker . Mentions: Ryer Schermerhorn, Abraham Glen, re: Quit rents IN DUTCH Gen L405 Dec 1764 To Ryer Schermerhorn IN DUTCH Gen L406 24 Oct 1767 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Margritje Quackenbush IN DUTCH Gen L407 19 Dec 1765 Schenectady. To Maghill Haalenbeck from John Bpt. Van Eps . Mentions: Isaac Jas. Truax. IN DUTCH Gen L408 8 Jul 1744 Schenectady. Ryer Schermerhorn from John Wendell. IN DUTCH. Gen L409 8 Dec 1743 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Jacob Wendell. IN DUTCH Gen L410 2 Apr 1732 To Jan Schermerhorn from Klaas Gerrebrast (?) IN DUTCH Gen L411 29 Oct 1790 Schenectady. Elizabeth Beck to Andries VanPatten & Cornelius Vander Volgen. Receipt for interest on bond. Gen L412 14 Jun 1771 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John Hanson re: patent. IN DUTCH. Gen L413 29 Sep 1711 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Johannis Beeckman. IN DUTCH Gen L414 N.d. DUTCH PAPER Gen L415 13 Sep 1757 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Henry Holland. IN DUTCH. Letter re: barrel of pickled cabbage – assessment by Dick Mouw 13 Nov. 2011. Gen L416 13 Sep 1762 Albany. To Ryer Schermerhorn from John H. Lydius. IN DUTCH Gen L417 27 Jul 1708 Paper signed by Ryer Schermerhorn. IN DUTCH Gen L418 8 Feb 1702/3 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn NB torn letter; only upper part. IN DUTCH Gen L419 1 Aug 1787 Schenectady. Receipt from Catalyntje DeGraff to Claes Vander Volgen. IN DUTCH Gen L420 24 Aug 1745 Brunswick. To John Schermerhorn from Gesbrand Pieterse. IIN DUTCH. Gen L421 29 May 1762 NY. To Johannis Schermerhorn from Ryer Schermerhorn. IN DUTCH. Gen L422 15 Apr 1762 NY. To Ryer Schermerhorn from Margrietje Quackenbush. IN DUTCH. Gen L423 14 Aug (no Dutch letter written by Gesina Van Patten to her brother Ryer yr) Schermerhorn. “Our mother is very ill & all her children are to come to her….” Translation in file. Translation by Clara Clack, 2011. Gen L424 12 Jun 1846 To Jacob I. Quackenbush from Henry Fuller. Has bond dated 12 Jun 1846 taken an assignment of mortgage made in 1842 between Marcius (sic) Bissell of T of Florida & Ebenezer J. Lockwood of same place. Gen L425 27 Jan 1851 Boonville, Oneida Co. To “Dear Sister (see Gen L426) from John R. Hagadorn. Willard is working out with his cattle, gets $1 per day and found. Mother has been lame all winter. Invita sister to visit. Gen L426 25 Feb 18 Boonvill, Oneida Co. (see Gen L425) to Catharine Weaver, Schenectady (49?) from John R. Hagadorn. Friendly letter. Gen L427 2 Oct 1865 Chittenango. To James Fuller from brother William Fuller. Asks that accompanying release be executed and acknowledged; re: distribution of estate. Executors will pay Elizabeth‟s rent of Rotterdam lot. Gen L428 18 Jun 1828 London. From Daniel D. Campbell to Jeremiah Fuller, Schenectady. Fuller had commissioned Campbell to make inquiry in England (place not indicated) re: the Kendall family. Gen L429 N.d. Eliza Livingston‟s letter to Judge Yates requesting his aid in disposing of some of her property in Montgomery Co. Gen L430 N.d. WA Duer‟s letter appealing for “his” aid with his nominations as judge of the Supreme Court to Gov. Yates. Gen L431 N.d. Petition to Gov. Yates written by Ogden Edwards recommending Dr. Hitchcock for some state job. Gen L432 17 Feb 1832 Joseph G. Yates‟ letter to VanVechten enclosing check & bill of costs, drawn on Mohawk Bank. Gen L433 15 Aug 1830 Joel B. Nott‟s letter to Gov. yates stating he purposes going to England for the winter & possibly for the year. That the college will not suffer from his absence. (Governor‟s note on back of letter states it‟s his father‟s business.) Gen L434 26 Jan 1825 Albany. Samuel Steven‟s letter introducing the bearer as the brother of Seth Dean, a convict in state prison. Gen L435 19 Oct 1825 Andrew Yates‟ letter of formal resignation from his professorship at Union College; to Joseph Yates as one of the trustees of the college. Gen L436 27 Sep 1826 Daniel Campbell to Gov. Joseph Yates requesting information regarding his deceased aunt‟s estate, for which Yates was executor. (SEE GEN L438) Gen L437 22 Mar 1826 Roger Case‟s application to Governor Yates for renumeration for expenses of extraditing John Ferguson from Ohio to jail him for forgery. Gen L438 6 Feb 1827 Daniel Campbell‟s letter to Gov. Yates, following up earlier letter, requesting settlement of his aunt‟s estate prior to his departure for Europe. (SEE GEN L436) Gen L439 29 Nov 1827 Daniel Campbell, from Harve, France, to Gov. Yates – chatting about the 29 day passage, sight seeing, etc. Gen L440 28 Dec 1827 Daniel Campbell to Gov. yates – description of Paris sight-seeing. Gen L441 26 Dec 1818 Capt. Duncan‟s best wishes for a happy new year for Judge Yates and his wife; and saying he‟d had a letter from Dr. Campbell in London dates Sep. 22 – saying he had no information regarding documents. Gen L442 5 Sep 1808 Robert Henry‟s letter to Gov. Yates describing his safe passage. Gen L443 23 Mar 1803 Richard Duncan to Joseph Yates regarding his father‟s will. Gen L444 22 Oct 1849 Copy of letter written by Abram Van Ingen to P.G. Vought regarding a dispute over property. Gen L445 N.d. Jacob Vrooman‟s letter to Mr. Schermerhorn about riding through his lane. Gen L446 19 Oct 1849 CAT #132a. Buffalo. To Abram Van Ingen from PS Vought re: a dispute over land with his aunt Miss Vought. Gen L447 30 Jul 1854 CAT #2065b. Hong Kong, China. Letter from John Swart to his mother; a travel letter. Gen L448 18 Jul 1756 CAT #676o. Letter to Nicholas Stevens from Edward Matthews re: ½ house and lot; place not indicated. Gen L449 Aug 1755 Albany. CAT #677d. Letter to Ernest Spitzer re: an increase in salary. Signed: J.W. de Peyster Gen L450 22 Nov 1826 Amsterdam. Charlotte Smith‟s personal letter to her brother away at school; also an added note to son from father, George Smith. Also note from Mother, Antoinette Smith. Addressed to: David Cady Smith Hartwick Admy; Cooperstown Gen L451 14 Jul 1823 Cold Springs. Letter to William Smith declining his commencement invitation. Signed” Sisier Eleanor Gen L452 22 Jul 1765 Letter to Ryer Schermerhorn re: price of tickets for the following: Dirck Van Patten; Engeltje Van Patten; Simon Schermerhorn; Rachel Newcark; John Clute; Aaron Van Patten. Signed: Bernardus Freeman Schermerhorn Gen L453 N.d. Letter from Mrs. Van Olinda and Sally to ….? re: her sister Hannah Van Benthusen‟s death. Gen L454 17 Jul 1827 Nontgomery, Mass. Letter from Fanny Clum, to Jane Stevens, Schenectady. Personal letter regarding her new life in Mass. 10/92 1 page only – no conclusion, signature or address. CEH Gen L455 N.d. CAT #676o. Letter re: the death of Garret Machentor Machentosh (?), who died at Buffalo Hospital. Signed: H.B. Wendell. Gen L456 Extracts from letters relating to the Livingston family of Livingston Manor from the “Duane Papers” a: extract from letter from James Duane to Mary, his wife. Vol. 1: p 11 23 Nov 1778 re: marriage of brother Robert. b. from same to same: Vol 1: p 13: 23 Dec 1778 re: visit to Robert Livingston & new wife. c: from same to same: Vol 1: 17: 14 Jan 1779 description of Mrs. Livingston‟s disposition. d: from same to same: Vol 1 (?): p 23; 17 Feb 1779 re: Mr. Swift twlls writer Robert Livingston & wife are well. e. From Mary Duane to husband James: Vol 1: p 25 Mar 1779: Mr. Patterson & Nancy & children gone to Ireland. Peggy Livingston married to Dr. Tilletsen. f. James Duane or Mary Duane; Vol 1: p 27: 5 Mar 1779 send congratulations to Cousin Tilletsen. g. from same to same: Vol 1: p 29: 29 Mar 1779: Robert Livingston‟s health improving; his anxiety over Jamaica estates has subsided. h: same to same: 26 May 1779: Hopes Robert Livingston and wife have arrived at Livingston Manor. i. same to same: 8 Jul 1779: message to Mrs. Robert Livingston that her father & family all well & harvest fine. j. same to same: 5 Sep 1780: Robert & family at Shammer in good health. k. from James Duane to Mary Duane: 11 Nov 1780: Col. Henry Livingston escaped from danger and acquired reputation. l. same to same: 6 Mar 1781: 6 Mar 1781: Robert Livingston & wife, James Duane & possibly Harry Livingston will set out in course of 5 or 6 weeks. m. from James Duane to Mary Duane: 30 Mar 1781: to be delivered by Col. Henry Livingston: re: ordering a new phaeton for brother Walter. n. same to same: 29 Jun 1782 re: meeting young Mr. LeRoy. o. same to same: Vol 1: 81 16 Jul 1782. Sends congratulations to brother John & wife on birth of son. p. from Mary Duane (later Mrs. North) to James Duane: 30 Aug 1783. Uncle Harry gone to NY; he is very busy in his store measuring ells of cloth to the country people. q. from GW Featherstonhaugh to James C. Duane; Vol 1; p 129: 7 May 1821: death of James Duane‟s mother; r: NOTE: re: letter dated 20 Aug 1774 from John Patterson, brother-in-law of Mr. Duane & Robert Livingston, inviting Duane to stay with him during sitting of Congress in Sep. Duane did not stay there. s. from John Patterson to James Duane: Vol 1 p 137: congratulates James Duane on birth of daughter. Tells of birth of his son two months before in Coventry on way from Ireland to London. T: from some to same: Vol 1: p 141: 19 Sep 1784 re: being made a prisoner being passed to NY & exchange u. from Major Valentine Gardner (brother-in- law) to James Duane. Vol 1: p 145: 15 Sep 1779: Valentineis a prisoner & hopes to be parelled & to be exchanged. v. James Duane to Major Gardner: Vol 2, p 149 14 Oct 1779: re: obstacles to Gardner‟s being exchanged Harry Livingston is working for this exchange thru Geln. Gayes. w. from Catherine Lawrence to James Duane: Vol 2: 267: 4 Jun 1796: RC Livingston is dead. x. 12 Oct 1796: Vol 1: p 288: Mrs. Bell Graham to Miss Catherine Duane “Miss Kitty Livingston is to be married next week to a British Officer”. y. 1 Jan 1772: Vol 1, p 299: John Patterson to James Duane. W Patterson & wife lately arrived in London from NY z. 4 May 1789; Vol 1 p 343: John Patterson to James Duane: W. Patterson was on Trince Edward‟s Island with his family. aa. 9 Nov 1764: Vol 3 p 15: Col. Robert Livingston to James Duane: Robert & Al (?) going to visit James Duane Robert & Walter plant to go on to merchandising. bb: 14 Sep 1778: Vol 3 p 146: James Duane to Goldsborough Banyan: Robert Livingston visits Manor Livingston as a prisoner under parole/ Gen L457 20 Jan 1874 Albany. To Pearsen from A. W. Holden. Wants info re: Glen family. Gen L458 3 Dec 1869 Knowles Ville. To Pearsen from I.O. Fillmore re: Pearsen had written for info re: Dr. E.E. Seeley. Seeley was youngest son of Seth, one of the early settlers of Lansingburgh. Union College and Princetown Theological Seminary grad. Gen L459 To Pearsen from J.N. Mac Murray asking for corrections in Dutch mss re: history of Dutch Church. Gen L460 27 Nov 1869 Auburn. To Pearson from J. Van Vechten says during ministry in Schenectady 3 churches were founded: Scotia, 2nd Reformed of Rotterdam and Princetown Reformed. Sent photos NB These were not among Pearsen papers. MNC Gen L461 To Pearson from W.R. Gordon. Answering questions re: Rev. Rheinhart Erickson: Erickson‟s arrival in Schenectady, 1728; Gordon says records contain no personal history re: E except 1st pastor in 1725. NB This is in error. First pastor was Tessmacher. MNC Gen L462 11 Feb 1866 Bergen, N J. To Pearson from Benjamin E. Taylor. Will answer Pearson‟s inqueeries re: wife of Rev. Petrus Thesohomaker at later date. NB This later letter, if written, was not found. MNC Gen L463 26 Feb 1866 Marlboro, N.J. To Pearsen from R. Willis. Answering questions re: Rev. Erickson. 1. Compelled to discontinue ministry for intoxication. 2. remained in parsonage at Mommouth 5 or 6 yrs. 3. moved to New Brunswick about 1770; lived with daughter Mrs. Van Nerden. 4. married twice; 1 Maria Provost by whom he had 2 sons William b 1737 & David b 1740. 2 Mary Suyster, widow of Rulif Brokaw Gen L464 Albany. To Pearson from JN Mac Murray. Poorly written letter; helping Pearson with some Dutch translations. Duffels Skipple Gen L465 21 Apr 1873 Pittsburgh. To Pearson from Nicholas Veeder. At request of brother Herman of Plattsburgh, NY sent register of Veeder family to Pearsen. Gen L 466 10 Mar 1873 Pittsburgh. To Pearson from Herman Veeder of Plattsburgh, NY asks for copy of Pearson‟s book and for brother, Nicholas. Gen L467 8 May 1873 Plattsburgh. Letter from J. Veeder to Pearson. Brother Nicholas Veeder married Mary J. Grieg 7 Aug 1866. Didn‟t know brother Peter‟s marriage. Gen L468 17 Feb 1866 Jamaica, LI. Letter from Henry Onderdonk, Jr. to Pearson re: Dominic Freeman: Freeman‟s daughter Anna Margarita married into the Clarkson family (see Gen L478) Gen L469 28 Jan 1873 Letter from James B. Sanders, Albany, to Pearson re: a new book on the Sanders Family – which he can‟t read because of poor eyesight so is referring to his uncle John Sanders. Gen L470 22 Apr 1866 Letter from B. O‟Claaaghan to Pearson asking for information of Harmanus Wendell (died 1781) and who is Evert Wendell‟s father? Gen L471 Jan 1873 Utica, NY. Letter from A.G. Brower to Pearson re: Jonathan W. Vrooman of Herkimer and his contribution to Pearson‟s Vrooman family. Gen L472 5 May 1873 Newark Valley, NY. Letter from D. William Patterson to Pearson about Sybrant Quackenbush. Gen L473 20 Feb 1873 Albany. Letter from Robert H. Van Patten to Pearson re: including the Van Patten Coat-of-Arms in Pearson‟s Genealogy. Gen L474 31 Oct 1873 Chicago. Letter from A.H. Winslow to Pearson about Jesse Van Slyck. Gen L475 7 Nov 1873 Chicago. Letter from A.H. Winslow to Pearson. Enclosing information he has on his wife‟s genealogy (great granddaughter of Tobias Van Slyck. Gen L476 188… Albany. Mac Murray to Pearson drawing of when he supposed the second building of First Reformed Church looked like. Gen L477 6 Mar 1866 NY City. 6 Mar 1866. Letter from John Remeyn Brodhead to Pearson stating article on Domine Tesschemacher was prepared from original papers of the Class is of Amsterdam. Gen L478 16 Dec 1869 NY City. Letter from Thomas Dewitt to Pearson refers to possible age of Freeman as being an old man when he entered the ministry. Rev. I.T. Schermerhorn thought he had married into the Clarkson family. (see Gen L468) Gen L479 1 Nov 1869 Amherst. Letter from L.P. Hickok to Pearson about the Rev. Seelye‟s education. Gen L480 5 Nov 1869 Manmouth, NJ. Letter from G.L. Schanck to Pearson to lend him a portrait of Dominie R. Erickson, painted by Daniel Hendrickson, an Elder and self-taught artist. Gen L481 21 Oct 1869 Auburn. Letter from Rev. Jacob Van Vechten to Pearson. Dutch vs English preaching in Church; also innovations attempted in Reformed Church; mentions Remeyn, Bogardus Vrooman. Gen L482 15 Nov 1867 Harlem, NY. From James Riker to Pearson re: the Swits‟ and Clute‟s families. Gen L483 9 Apr 1873 Albany, NY. From R.H. Van Patten to Pearson regretting lack of information due his father being in Central American. Gen L484 24 Dec 1870 N.Y.C., NY. Letter from S. Whiting Phoenix to Pearson requesting information about the Phoenix family genealogy. Gen L485 22 Jul 1873 Balte. Md. Letter from Elias Glenn Perine to Pearson re: the Glen family. Gen L486 25 Oct 1864 Albany, NY. From AA Wemple to Pearson re: the Wemple Genealogy. Gen L487 26 Apr 1875 N.Y.C., NY. Letter to Pearson from William Schermerhorn re: Schermerhorn genealogy. Gen L488 From V.B. Hough to Pearson re: John Duncan Gen L488a Sep 1760 Letter to Ryer Schermerhorn from John Dods re: family affairs Gen L489 26 Oct 1862 Duanesburgh. Letter to A.C. Paige from ….Eaton re: election returns on his canvassing for office. Gen L490 Oct 26 1862 Camp Siegel, near Fairfax Court House. Letter to Mr. Vedder re: life in service. Gen L491 8 Jul 1861 Letter from Maus V. Smith, Hedqts 30th Reg. to former members of his Sabath school class; re: life in service. Gen L492 25 Jun 1862 To Daniel Vedder from C Groot & Co re: merchandise. Gen L493 7 Dec 1861 Letter from Maus V. Smith urging receiver to remain as supt. of Sunday school. Gen L494 13 Nov 1860 Columbia SC. Letter from C.S. Vedder to his brother, describing Negro Sunday schools; urging him to continue as Supt. of Sunday school. Gen L495 Jan 186… Columbia, SC. Letter to members of Church school Class from C.S. Vedder with a note to his brother Daniel; a sermon. Gen L496 29 Sep 1862 A paper titled “The War of 1861-62” written by Franklin Vedder. Gen L497 189 Oct 1839 Letter from B.M. Mumford of Schenectady to son Samuel Jones Mumford in NY City. Gen L498 30 May 1835 Schenectady. Rev. J.C. Toll to his son Charles Hanson Toll, merchant, Centerville, St. Joseph Co. Michigan Territory. Gen L499 30 Aug 1847 Locust Vale (Scotia). Family letter to his wife by Philip Ryley Toll. Gen L500a 22 Nov 1815 Canajoharie. From Jno C. Toll to the Rev. John DeWitt re: interest in purchasing “valuable Dutch books”. Gen L 14 Nov 1815 Answer to above 500b Gen L501 28 Mar 1863 From Humphries Station, 70 miles above New Orleans from J. Duncan Brooks (Segt., Co A., 177 NY VOL.) to unknown friend re: soldiers‟ life Gen L502 4 Feb 1849 Locust Vale (Scotia). Letter from Philip Ryley Toll to his wife. Family letter. Gen L503 3 Oct 1846 Glenville. To Nicholas M. Toll, Sprakers Basib, Montgomery Co. from Isaac Quackenbus re: payment of note. Gen L504 27 Mar 1828 Ovid. To Rev. John C. Tell, Schenectady from P.R. Toll, his brother about the price of place in Glenville and death of daughter of Jane Anna. Gen L505 20 Jan 1816 Plainfield. To David Weed, Canajoharie, from Benjamin Allen friendly letter; mentions death of “little Hannah”. Gen L506 23 Sep 1845 Glenville. Family letter form John C. Toll to his son, Nicholas M. Toll, Palatine re: safe arrival of N. Toll‟s hired man and the load. Gen L507 8 Aug 1847 Glenville. From C.H. Toll to his brother N.M. Toll, Sprakers Basin, Palatine, re: conversation with Mr. Phillips about building of a Broom Shop. Gen L508 N.d. Glenville. From C. H. Toll to brother NM Toll, Palatine re: delivery of a load of brush to the Shakers. Gen L509 19 Oct 1846 Glenville. Letter from C.H. Toll to his “brother”. Does “brother” want CHT to work for him? Describes father‟s illness. Gen L510 1 Apr 1801 Family letter from John Vedder to his brother. Gen L511 N.d. Friendly letter to Charles Toll, brother of PK Toll. Describes house owned by Silas Wright on Washington Ave. and purchased by writer of letter, which is unsigned. Gen L512 Aug 4, 1846 Glenville. Family letter from P.R. Toll to his brother, N.M. Toll, Spraker Basin (Montgomery City) mentions Smith, Broom corn scraper. Gen L513 Feb 17, 1847 Glenville. Family letter form P.R. Toll, Nicholas M. Toll Gen L514 Fawn River, St. Joseph Co., Mich. Family letter to Nicholas M. Toll from cousin, Isaac D. Toll. Gen L15 16 Jul 1846 Glenville. Family letter to Nicholas M. Toll, Sprakers Basin from brother, P.R. Toll. Gen L516 Sep 6, 18… Watervliet. Business letter form Justin Harwood to Nicholas M. Toll re: harvesting of corn. Gen L517 May 2, 1862 Friendly letter to Molly form Hannah. Gen L518 27 Jan 1869 Schenectady. Inquiry to the Rev. F.D. Barnard, Pres. Columbia College, NYC, re: Mrs. J.B. Henderson, English Governess. Unsigned, unfinished. Gen L519 Mar 29 1876 Business letter. To unknown person from N. Griffis of “Griffis & Hageman” re: cider and vinegar. Gen L520 25 Jun 1811 To P.R. Toll from Horace Holt friendly letter telling of reputation of (1844) certain tree seller, named Col ?. Gen L521 Aug 8 1867 Canandaigua, NY. Friendly letter to P.R. Toll from B. Vrooman Gen L522 17 Jan 1816 Family letter to the Rev. John C. Toll in Canajoharie. Unsigned. Paper torn. Gen L523 1 Feb 1869 Letter relating to Mrs. J.B. Henderson, see Gen L 518. Unfinished, unsigned. Gen L524 15 Nov 1830 Ovid. Family letter segment re: studies at school. Ovid Acdmy to unknown person. Unsigned. Gen L525 Business letter to unknown person, from unsigned writer, unfinished. Re: the prices of wool and cotton goods etc. Gen L526 Feb 1834 State of the Bank of report of B.M. Mumford. Gen L527 1830 Apr 1 Letter to B.M. Mumford re: a passed constitutional vote. From A.C. Paige. Gen L528 28 Jan 1834 Letter to A.C. Paige from Thomas Palmer re: “uncurrent money”. Gen L529 Feb 18, 1835 Centerville. Description of Village of White Pigeon. Written to the Rev. John C. Toll by Philip Riley Toll. Gen L530 Feb 15, 1871 Sheldon. Letter to P.R. Toll from A. Keith about land that he had at Saxeville; if it would help to build a RR from Berlin. Gen L531 unknown Missing 10/93 (CEH) Gen L532 6 Mar 1874 Excerpts from letter from Donnie Reid. Handwritten by unknown person over typewritten appeal from Schenectady Committee on the Prevention of Tuberculosis, 1929. Gen L533 28 Oct 1880 New York. Letter to F.R. Toll, Schenectady from Wm L. Allen re: how to preserve apples. Gen L534 N.d. Amherst, Mass. To Miss Toll from William Clyde Fitch – mentions wedding of Miss Toll‟s sister. Gen L535 Nov 23, 1872 Letter from F.R. Toll to his sister Mary; mentions Mary Ramsey and chats about college and sleighing to Saratoga. Gen L536 Washington, DC. Letter to John C. Toll from R. Harper Van Patten mentions: Aunt Hannah (Steiger); new House of Representatives; later notation: to John C. Toll 1843-1858, Gen L537 20 Aug 1839 Letter from James V. S. Ryley to Wm P. Ryley Toll mentions: Isaac D. Toll of Centerville, Uncle Simon P. Van Patten and Aunt Hannah James‟ sons, Livingston & James Ryley, William Ludlow, elected Pres. of Rutgers College, J. Sexton at Mt. Holly, N.J., Mr. Nathan Cole. Gen L538 29 Oct 1836 To Thomas Palmer from OW Cunningham re: selling price of Mrs. Campbell‟s land. Gen L539 1792-94 Schenectady. To Daniel E. Ladd from Austin A. Yates; promise to come with description papers of property. Gen L540 N.d. Ford‟s Depot. Dinwiddie, Va. To Mr. Mickel re: rent for property in Va. Signed: P.W. Allen. Gen L541 12 Feb 1852 To William K. Fuller, Chittenango from Henry Fuller requesting his brothers to execute Rees‟s mortgage with him. 17 Feb 1852 Answer: to above letter signed: W.K. Fuller Edward Fuller Gen L542 Sep 22, 1839 Extract from Philip R. Toll to his aunt Eve Toll Veeder living in Indiana. Finished. Gen L543 Mar 31, 1829 Rushville, Ind. Letters from Eve Toll Veeder to her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Toll & her brother. Family news. Finished Gen L544 Jan 13, 1830 Rushville, Ind. Letter to Charles H. Toll and to John C. Toll from Eve Veeder. Family letter. Gen L545 Oct 25 1830 Rushville, Ind. Letter to Charles H. Toll from daughter Eve Veeder; concerning the death of Phillip & Ann. Gen L546 12 Jul 1834 Gallattia City, Ill. Letter to John C. Toll from Eve Veeder; re: Nicholas‟ death; family news. Gen L547 Apr 10 1857 Saxeville, Wisc. Letter describing the conditions in western region to an editor. Signed: P.R.T. Gen L548 N.d. Rushville, Ind. Letter to John C. Toll from sister Eve Veeder; re: state of health and family news. Gen L549 30 Jul 1830 Ovid, N.Y. Written by P. Ryley Toll to his father, Rev. John C. Toll re: his life at Ovid & his clothing. Gen L550 20 May 1836 Ovid, N.Y. Written by Philip Ryley Toll to his nephews, Philip Ryley Toll & Co, Centerville, Mich. Re: building of store. Gen L551 14 Apr 1834 Ovid, N.Y. To Charles H. Toll, Centerville, Mich. From uncle P.R. Toll re: building store and business developments. Gen L552 3 Mar 1834 Ovid, N.Y. to Charles H. Toll, Centerville, Mich. From uncle P.R. Toll; mentions marriage to Miss Susan DeGraff to Peter Banker; also building plans. Gen L553 Mar 10, 1830 To James V.S. Ryley, postmaster, Schenectady from Philip R. Toll; son born Mar 8th to wife Nancy; named Charles. Gen L554 15 Dec 1861 Rushville, Ind. To P.R. Toll from E. Laughlin, daughter of Eve Toll Veeder; family news & news of friends. Gen L555 14 Jul 1835 Rushville, Ind. To John C. Toll, Schenectady from sister Eve Veeder & note to her mother; family news Gen L556 Oct 1845 To John C. Toll, Schenectady from Eve Veeder; also letter to Eve Veeder from E.L. Massey; re: death of Ruth, widow of Peter and his children. Gen L557 30 Jul 1844 Rushville, Ind. To John C. Toll, Schenectady, brother, from Eve Veeder; family illness and deaths of Boyd‟s son John, Mariah; birth of Elizabeth‟s daughter Catharine, Jan 7, 1844. Gen L558 16 Jul 1833 Gallantine County, Ind. To Rev. John C. Toll, Schenectady written to her mother by Eve Veeder; mentions death of father and move from Rushville; family news. Gen L559 27 Jul 1830 Copy of letter to Eve Veeder from John C. Toll; re: financial and family news. Gen L560 20 Sep 1829 Rushville, Ind. To James V.S. Ryley, Schenectady form niece E Veeder; mentions marriages of Elizabeth and John P. Ryley; Elizabeth to Harmony Laughlin Ryley to Hypatia Laughlin. Gen L561 12 Apr 1829 Rushville, Ind. To Charles H. Toll, Schenectady, brother, and t her parents from Eve Veeder. Mentions: death of cousin Susanna De Graff; marriage of Sarah Deming to Jesse Onell. Gen L562 7 Jul 1828 Rushville, Ind. Letter from N. Veeder to his grandfather, Charles Toll in Schenectady; mentions returning to Miss. With Peter & Philip. Gen L563 Aug 5, 1827 Cleveland. Letter from John Veeder & Eve Veeder to her parents Mr. & Mrs. Charles Toll, Jr. describing her trip west by boat, wagon & steamboat; also Charles, Peter, Ryley; destination Rushville, Ind. Gen L564 1827 Rushville, Ind. Copy of letter from Charles H. Veeder to his parents; tells of visit to Schenectady in the spring. Gen L565 28 Oct 1792 Schenectady. Letter of Jacobus V.S. Ryley, Indian Trader at Sakena, on Lake Huron in care of Gregor MacGregor mentions: Cornelius Van Slyck sister: Eve Roggers Gen L566 2 Oct 1820 Schodack. Friendly letter from Samuel R. Campbell to John C. Toll, Canajoharie mentions: W. Van Valkenburgh; Sally, Margaret, and Elizabeth. Gen L567 20 Oct 1831 Canajoharie. Letter from Consistory of True Reformed Dutch Church to F.B. Ward, publisher of Canajoharie Telegraph; re: suicide of Joseph Walrath, farmer, former consistory member. Signed: John C. Toll: Hugh Mitchell: Garret van Valkenburgh: John Davis; Anthony D. Cornue; Usiah Wood. Gen L568 23 Jul 1880 Schenectady. Letter to Miss Nettie Toll from Lillie B. Stanton re: accepted visit. Gen L569 6 Dec 1787 Midel Town. Letter to Charles Toll from father-in-law, Philip Ryley re: creditors. Gen L570 5 Oct 1858 Rushville, Ind. Letter to P.R. Toll from E. Laughlin, dau of Eve Veeder, mentions: Lucretia‟s death; Charles, John, William , Cicero, Samuel, brother Charles, James Boyd, Alyd, Jess Gen L571 3 Jul 1832 Albany. Letter from John P. Veeder to John C. Toll telling of death of mother. Gen L572 30 Sep 1814 Guilderland. To Rev. John Toll from Barent Mynderse to son-in-law and daughter announcing birth of daughter to Sally, Sep. 1, 1814; all well. Gen L573 7 Oct 1832 Louisville, Ky. To Rev. John C. Toll, Glenville, from C.H. Veeder re: death of grandfather; describes character of same, died at age of 87. Grandmother more feeble; mentions: Cholera in Glenville; is cottony county and can clear to 3,000 acres a year. Mentions development of???Tern territory. NOTE BY MRS. HILL: “On death of K.A…..? Karle H. Toll” Gen L574 24 Aug 1818 Oppenheim, NY. Letter to Rev. John C. Toll, Canajoharie, from David Devote, asking him to preach. Also promises to pay him later but cannot do so now. Gen L575 19 Jan 1801 To John C. Toll, Hackensack from Frederick Van Patten & Esther Van Patten, Schenectady. Family letter. LATER NOTE: Esther Toll, widow of John Teller and wife of Frederick Van Patten; sister of John C. Toll. Gen L576 27 Aug 1815 Middletown. Letter to Rev. John C. Toll at Canajoharie from Samuel R. Campbell; family news. Gen L577 31 May 1846 Palatine. To P. Ryley Toll, Glenville from N.M. Toll. re: general farm and financial news: mentions: Isaac Vedder, James Reggels, Mr. Dillenbeck, George Carpenter. Gen L578 11 Jun 1846 Palatine. Letter from Nicholas Mynderse Toll to his brother Charles H. Toll asking him to accompany Gene while delivering a load of brush and taking note in payment mentions: Isaac Vedder; James Dillenbeck. NOTE LATER: He died after: burial on Toll Farm. Gen L579 17 Dec 1836 Chatham. Letter addressed to Mrs. Jane Dullaff of Amsterdam condolence on death of daughter Mrs. Emerson at Chatham. Signed Eliza S. Nelson. Gen L580 4 Oct 1833 Ovid. Letter of apology to Uncle. Unsigned. Mentioned Uncle Philip. (done) Gen L581 20 Jan 1826 Schodack. To Rev. John C. Toll, Schenectady announcing birth of daughter on Jan 10. mentions: Jane Ann. LATER NOTE: Samuel Campbell, uncle of John C. Toll. (missing) Gen L582 25 Nov 1846 New York. Letter to Philip Riley Toll from Rev. S.D. Westervelt, thanking him for news of the death of Toll‟s father and consoling him. Gen L583 2 Sep 1836 To John P. Veeder from Samuel R. Campbell contains surveying information of land in Sacandaga and map mentions: Mr. Lapham and Glens Patent. Gen L584 5 Sep 1816 Schenectady. Letter to Rev. John C. Toll of Canajoharie from James V.S. Ryley congratulating Toll on successful outcome of trial. NOTE WRITTEN in 1932 says “This man Judge Ryley was son of Philip Ryley; his half-sister was Elizabeth wife of Adg. Karl H. Toll.” Gen L585 13 Mar 1803 Schenectady. To Rev. Jno C. Toll, Watervliet from Harman Vedder announcing that he has accepted a call from the southward and is leaving to take charge of a new congregation. Gen L586 5 Mar 1833 Schenectady. To Rev John C. Toll from Daniel McDougall thanking Toll for apples he sent to “boy” to sell. Gen L587 19 Jul 1803 Jamaica, L.I. To Rev. John C. toll from Jacob Schoonmaker. Describes two churches at Jamaica & New Town, L.I. where writer has been called. Mentions: Rev. H. Vedder at Poughkeepsie, Dr. Wilson at College in N.Y., Dr. Romeyn, Schenectady Gen L588 15 Sep 1908 Michigan. From Charles Toll to his cousin Mary on expansion of Dutch reformed Church in Mich. NOTE: In Mrs. Hill‟s writing: Charles was son of P.R. Toll of Mich. Gen L589 26 Jul 1863 Rushville, Indiana. From Eliza Laughlin, Mich. To “Cousin” general news about family in Mich. And asking for news of Schenectady branch. Son was in war. Gen L590 N.d. To Mary from Mother mentions: Mr. Bride for supervisor, local politics and Scotia Bridge. Gen L591 N.d. To Charles Steinmetz from sister Clara M. tells of terms of Will. Gen L592 29 Jun 1907 New York. Letter from Clara M.M. Steinmetz to brother Charles telling about her Will. Gen L593 4 Dec 1859 Rushville. Letter from Mrs. Eliza Laughlin to her cousin O.R. Toll: family history. NOTE: Mrs. Hill says Mrs. Burns & Mrs. Hageman were sisters. Charles Marcellus, their brother; Maria Laughlin was mother of Samuel; Sarah, dau of Samuel: Sarah brother of George; Hester was sister of the wife of Charles Marcellus. Burns had 4 girls, 1 boy. Gen L594 25 Sep 1839 Schenectady. To Charles H. Toll, Centerville, St. Joseph Co., Mich. From P. Ryley Toll. Mentions: Uncle Ryley & daughter Elizabeth, Charles, Anna DeGraff, Jane Helen; Mrs. Jane DeGraff; John Teller. Wedding of Velie Vedder; Sarah Cenu‟s husband‟s brother to Miss Barringer; wedding of Col. Abram W. Toll to Penelope Chamberland. Gen L595 27 Nov 1853 USS Germantown. Boston Navy Yd. Three letter to Ellen Merry, Eagle a, b, c – 20 Jan 1854 Hotel from Uncle, John Holden family letters Gen L596 25 May ? From C.L. Duane to “Dear Col” James C. Duane? Re: monies sent. Gen L597 2 Nov 1858 Malone. To “Dear Jack” to brother, James Duane “Fanny” now sits up…..re: monies received for part payment on lots from James Duane. Gen L598 1854 Account of J.B. Duane with James E. O‟Neill for rent Gen L599 15 May 1848 Medford. To John Bowers Duane from Alfred Brooks letter in verse. No salutation, no signature. Gen L600 12 May 1848 Medford. To John B. Duane from A. Brooks. Gen L601 14 Jul 1847 Minaville. To Col. John B. Duane at Minaville from J.H. ? Patterson re: move to Minaville. Gen L602 15 Aug 1857 James Duane to “Brother” Sold Beaumont lot. Gen L603 17 Mar 1846 John B Duane from Hamson “Gray”. Gen L604 27 Feb 1841 N.Y. To Alonzo C. Paige, Schenectady, from Ann E. Yates. Had received “supine” from Joseph C. Yates. Asks Paige to attend to business. Evidently John Watkins had taken some action not agreeable to her. Wants Paige to attend to the interest of “those orphan children”. Does not want Watkins nor herself to “wrong them of their little pitancances”. Joseph Yates wants to break his grandfather‟s Will etc. READ CAREFULLY! Gen L605 10 Jan 1841 To A.C. Paige, Albany from John D. Watkins re: management of Yates‟ property. Will have no business with Mrs. Yates (see Gen L604), but as guardian of his children. Gen L606 6 Apr 1841 Petersburg, Ga. To A.C. Paige, Schenectady from John D. Watkins. Gets many letters from Mrs. Yates (Gen L604 etc). Very bitter letter. Gen L607 31 May 1841 Petersburg, Ga. To A.C. Paige from Jno D. Watkins. If lawyer is needed to settle suit in the interest of his children, asks Paige please ask D.C. Smith be appointed. (See Gen L604 etc.) Gen L608 25 Apr 1823 Albany. To Capt. Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Lebae (Seba) Murphy. Mentions: James & John I. Boyd. Gen L609 18 Mar 1822 Troy. To Jonathan Walton from Frances Eliza Walton to her parents. Gen L610 18 Jul 1822 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Jacob Walton. Will call next summer. Gen L611 15 Apr 1822 Troy. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Eliza Walton. She must stay at school two extra days for an exam. Would like her father to write to Mrs. Williar. Gen L612 6 Mar 1824 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from William B. Walton (son) Call of $10 per share on Jonathan‟s Boat stock. Gen L613 8 Mar 1824 Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Eliza Walton. Apparent Eliza was in Miss Gilbert‟s School in Troy. Says there are 14 boarders; a number of day students. School must move to E side of Pearl St. Would be more convenient as it had been a boarding house. Had 2 brothers Nelson, Edward: sister Henrietta, to whom she sends greetings. Gen L614 29 Jan 1822 Lewston. To Jonathan Walton from son William B. Had been on buying mission at Hope, Upper Canada. Poor sleighing – little snow. Gen L615 10 Mar 1822 Albany. Mrs. Margaret A. Walton, Schenectady from Anne Cox. General friendly letter. Gen L616 28 Aug 1824 Albany. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from daughter Eliza. News of Miss Gilbert‟s School. Gen L617 15 Aug 1822 Utica. To Jonathan Walton from Edward H. (son) & Sarah, dau. Both arrived safely. Gen L618 31 May 1824 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Frances Eliza (dau) at Miss Gilbert‟s School. Gen L619 6 Nov 1822 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from James Small. Trip to London on ship to cost $111. with everything furnished but wine. Gen L620 7 Feb 1824 Schenectady. To Jonathan Walton at Port Hope, Upper Canada from William B. Walton (son) Col Kane will not take house; Martins will do so. Ice house has been attended to; servants as yet well behaved; has not bought wood. No sleighing; give love to cousins in Canada. Gen L621 30 Jun 1824 From Jonathan Walton to children in Schenectady. Addressed to Edward H. Walton. Gen L622 31 Mar 1822 Troy. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Francis Eliza (dau) Bought music. Gen L623 7 Jul 1821 To Capt. Walton, Schenectady from Philip R. Toll, Glenville. Can‟t pay on father‟s note. Will do so soon. Gen L624 8 Nov 1824 Albany. To Mrs. Margaret Ann Walton, Schenectady from Miss Henrietta Bogart. Are anxious about Eliza‟s health. Gen L625 16 Jan 1824 Albany. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Eliza Prince dau. Miss Gilbert gave her medicine and is entirely cured. Received music book. Gen L626 4 Jun 1822 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from C.A. Hageman re: upper Canada property & business. Gen L627 26 Jun 1824 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Eliza (dau). Sorry she didn‟t see him before he left for Canada. Trunk, cakes, nuts, raisins and roses arrived. Gen L628 10 Sep 1822 Amsterdam. To Capt. Walton, Schenectady from William Van Olinda re: interest on judgment. Gen L629 28 Aug 1822 Albany. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Francis Eliza (dau) Friendly letter to family. Gen L630 6 Nov 1824 To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Miss Angelica Gilbert. Thinks Eliza should take warm milk daily. Brandy and sugar. Gen L631 8 Nov 1824 Albany. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from John & Peter Boyd. Business letter. Gen L632 8 Nov 1824 New York. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from son William B. News of Mr. Gold; very ill. Gen L633 10 Oct 1822 Troy. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from Eliza (dau). Wants to go to dancing school. Gen L634 14 Dec 1822 New York. To Jonathan Walton, Schenectady from James Boyd, Jr. Thanks for corn sent; Mrs. Boyd presented him with a daughter. Gen L635 4 Sep 1822 Cooperstown. To Mrs. M. Walton, Schenectady from son Edward Henry. Family letter. Gen L636 1 Mar 1861 Schenectady. To JR Craig from WND (uane) re: gas bill. Gen L637 1821 NY. To William Lyman, Schenectady from Henry McFarlan, at NY. Gen L638 3 Feb 1822 Utica. Letter from William B. Walton to his father, Jonathan Walton; was on way to Whitesboro; will remit monies due to Jonathan. Gen L639 1857 Letter from Alexander McClellan to Mrs. Linn on death of her husband Arch L. Linn. A note from his son conveying sad new of his father‟s health. Gen L640 10 Mar 1857 From Grant Thorburn Sr. to ….Linn, whose father preached a funeral oration in the North Church at the death of George Washington. Tells anecdote about Washington while at West Point. Gen L641 1842 Holly Hall. To A. L. Linn, House of Representatives, Wash. D.C. from his son William Linn. Wm had asked for copies of two speeches of John Quincy Adams, Hopes his father would send them. Gen L642 1827 Butternuts. Letter to A L Linn, Shdy from George Shepherd re: estate of Dr. McClelland; mentions Mynderse who evidently was one of their heirs. Gen L643 1857 New Haven. From Maria C Thorburn (see Gen L640) part of letter in different handwriting) grant Thorburn, Sr. Rambling, but interesting letter. Gives Solomon of Biblical fame. A strange biography and character. Gen L644 18 May 1840 Williamstown. Letter to Peter V.R. Linn from William Linn. Gen L645 Letter to A.L. Linn. Schenectady. Same female handwriting asking for gloves, etc. MAYBE Mrs. A.L. Linn. Gen L646 Selected letters pertaining to the Toll family. Other Toll letters are in sequence in Gen L file. Index is in notebook with letters. Gen L647 Three letters from Corpl William L Valk, serving in the Northern Army, a-c stationed in Virginia, describing army life, and military action of his regiment. Nov. 10, 1861, June 11, 1862, Nov. 21, 1863. 1. U.S. History – Civil War – Personal narratives 12. Valk, Wm L Gift of Judge Hahn, 7/78 Gen L648 Letter from Tho. Jackson, at the British Camp at Diez, 25 Dec. 1804 to Mr. Sam‟l Jackson, New York, America describing his part in the British military action. 1. Jackson, Tho. 2. British in India Gen L649a Feb 13 1839 Letter from Henrietta Cobb Yates to John Austin Yates, family news Gen L649b Oct 8 1837 Letter from Erastus Rowley, Jr. to John A. Yates. Requests personal recommendation to Dr. Nott. Gen L649c Dec 15 1837 Letter from J. M. Andruss to John A. Yates. Encloses a letter verbatim describing a tempestuous voyage to Texas. Given by Averill Clark, 8/85 149 Sippewissett Rd Falmouth, MA 02540 Gen L650 Data on Walton family. Typewritten copy of reminiscences written in 1894 by Catherine Elizabeth Beck (Same letter is in WALTON family folder) Gen L651 Oct 9 1792 Vrooman, Adam; Vrooman, Engelick Deaths of Van Schaick, Gerret, Van Slyck, Cornelis (Nunck) Swart, Josias Swart, Alida Gen L652 May 21 1845 Allen, William, Esq. – O-pe-chan-can-ough Morgan, L.H. = G Te kanoyea of the Iroquois Re: General Council Fire of the Confederacy Gen L653 May 26 1845 Allen, William, Esq. = O-pe-chan-can-ough Morgan, L.H. Re: General Council Fire of the Confederacy Gen L654 17 Sep 1814 Duanesburgh. Letter to Silas Marsh, Duanesburg from James Frost regarding overpayment of rent for lot #319 and asks how to reconcile this. Silas Marsh James Frost Esquire Wasson Gen L655 29 Mar 1920 Schenectady.; Letter to Charles A. Owen, Saint James, N.Y. from William H. Dugan enclosing a recommendation for a position as principal of a school. Owen, Charles A. Dugan, William H. Gen L656 Nov 10 1932 Jefferson Valley, N.Y. Letter to Charles A. Owen, N.Y. from J.F. Pierce. Friendly letter. Owen, Charles A. Pierce, J.F. Gen L657 Nov 6 1932 Letter from J.F. Pierce to Charles A. Owen, Worchester, N.Y. Friendly letter. Owen, Charlene A. Pierce, J.F. Knapp, David Gen L658 30 Aug 1830 Letter fragment, unsigned. Clipped to envelope postmarked, “Genoa, N.Y., Aug. 31,” addressed to Thomas R. Tillott. Describes a trip on the Great Western Turnpike. James LaGrange Mr. Harback Christopher Batterman Daniel Davis John Ostrander John Pangburn Jacob Delamont John Delamont Frederick Van Patten I Ostrander Myndert Pangburn Peter Ogsbury John Van Arnum Gen L659 Nov 21st New York. Letter to Jesse Tillet, Beekman, N.Y. from Stephen C. Cornell. Friendly letter. Tillet, Jesse Cornell, Stephen C. Gen L660 29 Jan 1827 New York. Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, N.Y. from S.C. Cornell. Friendly letter. Tillott, Jesse Cornell, S.C. Gen L661 28 Sep 1822 New York. Friendly letter to Maria Tillott, Beekman, from her sister, Mary Owens. Tells of her family‟s arrival home. Gen L662 14 Jun 1835 Venice. Letter to Samuel H.B. Owens, New York, from Jesse and Maria Tillott, Venice, N.Y. Owen and Tillott were half-brothers. Friendly letter. Gen L663 11 Sep 1826 Wilton. Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, from William B. Owen, discussing a collection Tillott was to make for him. Gen L664 23 Sep 1878 Delhi, N.Y. Letter to T.R. Tillott from E.B. Russell, asking Tillott to hire one of his parishoners. Tillott, T.R. Gen L665 13 Jul 1827 Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, N.Y. from Thomas E. Doughty. Friendly letter about a trip home to Venice, Cayuga Co., N.Y. from Poughkeepsie, N.Y., partly via the Erie Canal. Gen L666 20 May 1827 Venice, Cayuga Co. Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, N.Y. from Thomas E. Doughty, Venice, Cayuga Co. Tells of Doughty‟s family‟s arrival at their farm. Gen L667 27 Aug 1827 Venice (Cayuga Co.) Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, NY from Thomas E. Doughty and others, Venice, advising him of a farm in Venice which is for sale. Gen L668 23 Jul 1826 Wilton, N.Y. Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, N.Y. from William B. Owen. Mentions the Brill family, to one of whom Tillott was sending money via Owen. Gen L669 20 Oct 1836 Venice, N.Y. Letter to Samuel H. Owen, new York City, from his half brother, Jesse Tillott, Venice, N.Y. Friendly letter. Gen L670 20 Aug 1826 Letter to Jesse Tillott, Beekman, N.Y. from James Burtis, New York. Mentions property of Mr. Brown. Gen L671a 13 Jan 1891 Venice, Cayuga Co. Letter from A.R. McCourtie to his grandson, T.R. Tillott, Jr. News of family and friends. Gen L671b 30 Jan 1891 Venice, Cayuga Co. Letter from A.R. McCourtie to his grandson, T.R. Tillott, Jr. Friendly letter. Gen L672 13 May 1902 Toledo, Ohio. Letter from Ceilan M. Spitzer, banker, Toledo, to his cousin, Mrs. Anna M. Tillott, Schenectady, N.Y. Friendly letter. Copy also in family Folder under “Spitzer”. Gen L673 23 Sep 1910 Minneapolis. Letter from W.H.L. McCourtie, Sec‟y. Portland Cement Co., Southwestern States, to his cousin, Mrs. Anna McCourtie Tillott, Schenectady, N.Y. Friendly letter inviting Mrs. Tillott to his home.