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May 29, 2026 ∙ 3 min
The Career of Henry Brockholst Livingston
He meant to continue his studies; the Revolutionary War got in the way.
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May 26, 2026 ∙ 4 min
Coffee and consumption in the Colonies
The Chancellor’s coffee urn Coffee urn, c. 1780. Silver, copper, and ivory. “When I first came to this House it was late in the Afternoon, and I had ridden 35 miles at east. “Madam” I said to Mrs. Huston, “is it lawfull for a weary Traveller to refresh himself with a Dish of Tea provided it has been honestly smuggled or paid no Duties?” / “No sir, said she, we have renounced all Tea in this Place. I cant make Tea, but He make you Coffee.” Accordingly I have drank Coffee every Afternoon...
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Geoff Benton
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Historic Site Manager, Clermont State Historic Site
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