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to Robert Livingston re: preparations to travel

Margaret informs her father that she plans to take her two children with her to Great Britain, and that she has sold most of her household goods in order to undertake the voyage. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01192

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: 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: news of the safe arrival of the King in England

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01558

to Robert Livingston re: resignation of the King of Spain

Robert writes that the King of Spain resigned his kingdom in favor of his son Lewis, and that the Duke of Orleans has died, leaving the Duke of Bourbon as the Chief Administrator of affairs. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01568

Concern regarding and act for 2 1/2 percent tax on European goods

The document writes of a collective concern regarding the passing of an act that would levy a 2 1/2 percent tax on European goods. The writers also submit an alternate means of collecting that money.

GLC03107.01571

to Robert Livingston re: 3 bills concerning Gilbert Livingston

Le Heup writes with good news that one of Gilbert Livingston's bills may pass before the Board of Trade.

GLC03107.01576

to Robert Livingston re: 3 bills concerning Gilbert Livingston

The first part is a duplicate of GLC03107.01.01576. Beneath this, Le Heup wrote a second letter, dated 5 August 1724; London, [England]. In this letter Le Heup informs Livingston of some more favorable news regarding Gilbert Livingston's bills.

GLC03107.01577

to Robert Livingston re: goods to be sent from England [fragment, in Dutch]

Most of the address leaf is missing. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01586

to Robert Livingston

Philip desires news of the New England war, and speculates that his cousin will not win the upcoming election. He also discusses his and Gilbert's commissions, and hopes that they will be settled soon; and describes trading practices with the...

GLC03107.01587

to Robert Livingston re: services for Gilbert and Philip Livingston

Bampfeild writes of the progress of Philip and Gilbert Livingston's patent, and the fees incurred with this business.

GLC03107.01588

to Robert Livingston re: dishonest trading practices

Philip notes that the Governor may suspend trade with Canada for some time, and adds that everyone involved in trade at the moment seems to operate through malice and dishonesty. He also discusses the upcoming election, and the prospect of good...

GLC03107.01591

to Robert Livingston re: delay in England

Bampfeild informs Livingston that the absence of Horatio Walpole has delayed the settlement of Livingston's business. He assures Livingston that it will be completed shortly, and also writes that he has settled Gilbert Livingston's account....

GLC03107.01606

to Robert Livingston re: hopes to be recontinued

Le Heup expresses his satisfaction with George Bampfeild's appointment to agent, and hopes that this will help them to be recontinued by the end of the year. Part of the document is missing due to damage.

GLC03107.01607

to Robert Livingston of Clermont re: French lessons

Young Robert thanks his uncle for some shoes, and notes that he hopes to master the French language soon. P.2 contains a letter written to the Mayor regarding trade with the Indians and relations with the French in Canada. The letter is not signed...

GLC03107.01628

to Robert Livingston re: delay in passing an Indian act

Le Heup expresses his frustration with some merchants who have delayed the passing of an Indian act. He also updates Livingston on the settlement of his sons' accounts.

GLC03107.01629

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: 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: 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 his Excellency re: case with the merchants of London

[Livingston] thanks the Governor for speaking against the merchants of London and how they have disrupted trade. He also discusses the trading situation with the Eastern Indians. On the bottom of p.2 is written: "To Evert Wendell Esq. attorney at...

GLC03107.01704

Prices of imports from the West Indies

Lists prices of West Indian and African enslaved people, rum, sugar, molasses, and other items.

GLC03107.01732

to Robert Livingston re: news from the West Indies

Stephen writes that the King is to return to London, and that England will go to war with Spain for reasons unknown to him. He also discusses the state of trade in the West Indies. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01748

to Robert Livingston re: a matter with the Secretary of States

Hunter assures Livingston that he will follow a matter in the board with the Secretary of States, which will bring Livingston satisfaction. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.01324

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: Bampfeild's appointment to Agent of Albany

Bampfeild thanks Livingston for supporting his appointment to the position of Agent of Albany, and asks Livingston to continue his advocacy. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.01359