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to Robert Livingston re: business and political affairs

Philip asks his father for a discounted price on some beaver furs, and notes that he inquired about a matter involving the Commission of Peace as his father requested. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01181

to Robert Livingston re: business accounts

Philip sends best wishes for his father's business and desires news of his accounts. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01188

to Robert Livingston re: desire to purchase the excise of Albany

Philip congratulates his father on his receipt of money from the Assembly, asks him for help purchasing the excise of Albany, and asks for news of Margaret Vetch's voyage to London.

GLC03107.01194

to Robert Livingston re: business affairs

Philip mentions his father's political proceedings, states that he has sold some cattle, and reiterates his desire to purchase the excise of Albany. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01198

to Robert Livingston re: assistance loading a ship to London

Pages 3 and 4 contain a letter addressed to "Brother Corlaer" & "Quieder" regarding the 5 Nations and preparations to be made in the event of an attack. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01235

to Robert Livingston re: tax assessment

Philip discusses what he expects of the new taxes, and mentions that Gert van der Bergh refused Robert Livingston's offer to settle a suit.

GLC03107.01322

to Robert Livingston re: tensions with the French and Indians

Philip discusses the growing hostility between colonists, Indians, and the French Canadian government. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01325

to Robert Livingston re: trade of goods

Philip requests goods at a specific price from his father, and mentions what item he has that may be desired. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01331

to Robert Livingston re: restrictions on trade with French and Indians

Philip describes the terms and restrictions that the Governor has put in place to guide trade with the French and Indians. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01358

to Robert Livingston re: trade restrictions

Philip explains that the new trade restrictions have heightened tensions with the French, who have sent an Indian spy down to Albany. He also mentions keeping a continuous correspondence with the Governor in order to "wage war" against his and his...

GLC03107.01360