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to Robert Livingston

Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01594

to Robert Livingston

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01596

to Robert Livingston re: land assessment

Philip writes that the assessors have reached the same estimate as last year.

GLC03107.01624

to Robert Livingston re: concern for his father's health [fragment]

Philip expresses concern for his father's pain and illness, and hopes that he may recover quickly. Part of the letter is missing.

GLC03107.01627

to Robert Livingston re: a fort at the mouth of the Onondaga River

Philip writes that he heard news that a Mr. Vaudruil is resolved to break down a fort that the Governor intends to build at the mouth of the Onondaga River. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01630

to Robert Livingston re: trade with the far Indians

Philip writes that trade with the far Indians in flourishing at the present moment. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01653

to Robert Livingston re: wishes for recovery

Philip wishes his parents a quick recovery from their afflictions. Part of the address leaf is missing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01658

to Robert Livingston re: request to purchase flour

Philip asks his father to purchase flour from Cornelius van Horne and to have it shipped to Barbados.

GLC03107.01664

to Robert Livingston re: introduction for friends of Philip Livingston

Philip sent the letter with the wives of Joh. Myndertse, Barent Vroman, and Jan Baptist van Eps, three of his best customers, who desire to meet Robert and Alida Livingston.

GLC03107.01665

to Robert Livingston re: a post at Schenectady

Philip asks that his father help Uncle Collins get the post at Schenectady and appeal to the Governor on his behalf.

GLC03107.01668

to Robert Livingston re: fear of war with the French and Indians

Philip writes that a soldier was kidnapped and killed by some Indians, and he fears that this may lead to a war. He blames the French for violence, and believes that they will destroy the continent. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01675

to Robert Livingston re: peace between Eastern and English Indians

Philip writes that he hopes the news of a peace between the Eastern and English Indians is true.

GLC03107.01676

to Robert Livingston re: news of deaths

Philip informs his father of the deaths of some individuals known to them. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01681

to Robert Livingston re: pear thieves

Philip congratulates his father on finding a pear thief on his property, and urges him to punish the thief severely in order to set an example. He also discusses the fur trade, and the need to work more with the Indians. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01686

to Robert Livingston re: need to watch the Indians

Philip states that they need to keep an eye on the Indians, as he believes the French will try to extend their authority over all of them.

GLC03107.01695

to Robert Livingston re: van Brugh's resignation

Philip asks his father to forward a letter to the Governor from van Brugh, who is resigning from his post as Mayor. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01697

to Robert Livingston re: marriage of Mrs. Scot

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

GLC03107.01698

to Robert Livingston re: payment of his salary

Philip writes that he is happy that there is some prospect of his salary being paid out of the quit rents of Albany. He fears, however, that this will not be enough for him. He also writes of frustrated trade with Indians. Docketed on address leaf...

GLC03107.01699

to Robert Livingston re: assessors of Albany

Philip writes of a disagreement between the assessors and the palatins on Livingston's Manor. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01718

to Robert Livingston re: sale of cattle

Philip writes that he has sent his father's cattle to market, and that they have only received low returns. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01742

to Robert Livingston re: birth of a daughter

Philip shares his joy over the birth of a daughter named Sarah. On the 3 December 1725, Philip attached another note in response to a letter he just received from Robert.

GLC03107.01743

to Robert Livingston re: kidnapping of a boy at Schenectady

Philip expresses sorrow at the state of his father's health, and mentions that it is reported that some Indians kidnapped an English boy. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01747

to Robert Livingston re: land assessment

Philip writes that the land assessment is nearly finished, and the amounts are almost the same as last year. He also informs his father of what goods he has to sell.

GLC03107.01755

Account of Robert Livingston

GLC03107.01756

"a Lyst of Rents due to the estate of father Livingston"

GLC03107.01825