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Seems to discuss the political history of New York. Land dispute involving a Dutchman, Thomas Janse, and the British is discussed, as well as the political maneuverings of the colony. Edmund Andros, Captain Salisbury,and Captain Drayer are mentioned...

GLC03107.00201

to Robert Livingston re: news concerning past and future shipments

Harwood encloses a bill, and updates Livingston on the state of shipments. Harwood claims that the previously shipped indigo was "trash," and the ship carrying ginger "was lost." Harwood then mentions the new Governor of New York, Col. Fletcher, as...

GLC03107.00208

to Robert Livingston re: ramifications of the death of Gov. Sloughter

Harwood writes with the reactions to the death of Governor Sloughter, under whose personal signature Livingston's loans to the government were made. Harwood claims, to the hopes of Livingston, that "there be some probability of the Lordships paying...

GLC03107.00209

to Robert Livingston re: overtures of continued friendship

Brigby discusses carrying Livingston's letters to England when he travels thence. He informs Livingston that he drew forty-eight shillings on Livingston's name for expenses. In a postscript, Brigby notes that it is a pity that Livingston has not...

GLC03107.00019

to Robert Livingston re: possible apprenticeship for Graham's brother

Graham asks for advice on how to deal with his brother; should he be apprenticed to a merchant or be set up with room and board in Albany? Requesting that if the former be the choice the merchant be Livingston. Graham offers to forward, when possible...

GLC03107.00037

to Robert Livingston re: Sir Edmund Andros, former governor of New York

West sends news of Edmund Andros' reception in London. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.00060

"An Ancient Prophecy Concerning these Times"

Notes that the prophecy has been in his family for 60 years. Takes the form of a poem. Mentions the Kingdoms of Ireland Scotland and England, along with treachery and the removal of a King.

GLC03107.00082

to Robert Livingston re: advocacy for 2 acts of Assembly

Bampfeild assures Livingston that he will do all he can to have two acts of Assembly passed. One act calls for a tax on all European goods imported to the colonies, and the second would open up a line between New York and Connecticut.

GLC03107.01461

to George Bampfeild re: matters of business for the Agent of New York

The Assembly requests a number of things of George Bampfeild, as the newly-appointed Agent of New York. His endorsement is requested of 2 Acts, one calling for a 2 percent tax on imported goods, and the other one calling for an open shipping line...

GLC03107.01483

to Robert Livingston re: dismissal from agency

Bampfeild writes that his position as Agent of New York has been terminated, for reasons that he is not aware. He also discusses some trading matters with Indians that require some assistance, and asks Livingston to turn to another person to sort...

GLC03107.01504

to Robert Livingston re: business concerns

Bampfeild writes that Livinston's son will receive his salary, and that he has been working to procure royal assent for an Act conceived by Livingston's son. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01506

to Robert Livingston re: report regarding Gilbert Livingston

Bampfeild writes that a favorable report concerning Gilbert Livingston will come through the Board of Trade in a short time. He also discusses the status of some outstanding accounts.

GLC03107.01509

to Robert Livingston re: gratitude for advice

Bampfeild discusses some matters concerning Philip and Gilbert Livingston, and then thanks Livingston for suggestions regarding his dismissal by the Assembly on charges of neglect.

GLC03107.01518

to Robert Livingston re: Gilbert Livingston's report

Bampfeild writes that he has procured a second report regarding Gilbert Livingston, and that a decision regarding Philip Livingston's commission will have to wait until the Lords of Treasury meet again. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01521

to Robert Livingston re: conflict with Indians

Philip expresses frustration with the reluctance of the government to take the threat of an Indian attack seriously. He believes that if the 5 Nations become involved in a conflict with the French and their Indian allies, then the entire colony will...

GLC03107.01540

to Robert Livingston re: approval of an act, land assessment

Philip states his belief that an act drawn up by himself will remain dormant due to a lack of a majority vote. He also discusses the assessment of some property, and criticizes the manner in which the French handle Indian affairs. Docketed on...

GLC03107.01542

to Robert Livingston re: fortifications for Albany

Philip writes that he expects the Assembly to vote on fortifying Albany, and expresses his opinion that stone is their best option. He asks his father to write back with his views on the matter. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01547

to Robert Livingston re: tensions with the French

Philip discusses the sale of an island, and how tensions with the French may excalate. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01549

to Robert Livingston re: business prospects

John looks forward to returning home to see his parents, and hopes that he may work something out with Great Britain and receive his money and a position. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01147

to Robert Livingston re: plans to travel to Great Britain

John announces an upcoming voyage to Great Britain, and asks his father to send up some flour and bread, as such things are scare and expensive where he lives.

GLC03107.01156

to Robert Livingston re: end of the invasion of the Swedes

Gilbert writes that the King has disbanded troops and that the invasion of the Swedes is over. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01158

to Robert Livingston re: political foment in England

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01179

"The Colonie of New York Debt to Rt. Livingston"

Gives a full account of the money due to Livingston, including expenditures for two voyages he was forced to make to Great Britain.

GLC03107.01187

to Robert Livingston re: plans to travel to Great Britain

John states that he will travel to Great Britain with his cousin, and expresses concern over what Samuel Vetch has already accomplished there. He also asks his father to abandon his suspicions of Sarah Knight. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01190

to Robert Livingston re: decision to travel to Great Britain

Margaret writes of news that Samuel Vetch has been superceeded in his position at Annapolis Royall. Due to Samuel's failure to write to her, she has resolved to travel to him in England. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01191