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Instructions for Lawrence Claese [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02055

"Propositions made by Joseph Henry & Gideon three Christian Maquase"

The three Christian Mohawks inform the officials of Albany that the Onondagas called them to a meeting where there would be no English men present. They explain that they felt it was their duty to inform the English of this occurence.

GLC03107.02056

"Propositions made by the Sachims of the Canada Praying Indians . . .

. . . belonging to their Castle called Kachanua[g]e to the Com[mission] for the Indian Affares." The praying Indians state that they have come to Albany to trade, and ask to be treated with kindness; the Commissioners answer that they will oblige...

GLC03107.02057

Account of Robert Livingston

Livingston purchased 3 bottles of wine for the Mohawks Sachems on 6 July 1700. Van der Heyden signed for receipt of payment on 12 December 1700.

GLC03107.02058

Report about the Indians

Van Eps states that upon his arrival at Onondaga in July, he found the Indians meeting with some French men, for which he reprimanded them and informed them that Corlaer forabade such activity. When he questioned the Indians about the French...

GLC03107.02059

Answer to the 5 Nations

The Earl of Belloment states that he is happy to satisfy the Indians' request for a minister, and expresses his hope to translate the Bible into their language. He asks that they send 3 Sachem's sons of each nation to New York, where they will learn...

GLC03107.02060

Answer to the 5 Nations [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02061

Answer to the River Indians

The Earl of Bellomont asks the River Indians to invite their brethern the Eastern Indians to reside with them at Skachtkook, where they will receive the King's protection. He expresses his grief at their reluctance to join the Protestant faith, and...

GLC03107.02062

Instruction to the Commissioners of Indian Affairs

The Earl of Bellomont instructs the Commissioners to uphold the peace in Albany, and to relieve the Indians in the event of a French attack. Bellomont also notes that Robert Livingston is to pay for the Indians' provisions out of his own excise, and...

GLC03107.02063

to Peter Schuyler and Robert Livingston re: message from Onondaga

Robert Junior encloses a message from Onondaga, and explains that men appointed to manage Indian affairs disagree with the payment they received. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02064

to Robert Livingston re: recommendation for representatives to Onondaga

Robert Junior asks his uncle Robert Livingston to recommend him and David Schuyler as representatives to travel to Onondaga.

GLC03107.02065

to Robert Livingston re: transcription of a journal

Nanfan asks Livingston to trascribe/translate a journal, and to send it home to the Ministers the following evening. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02066

to Peter Schuyler re: the fort at Albany

Nanfan asks for information regarding the construction of the fort at Albany, and gives instructions to stock it with firewood for the winter. He also requestst that Robert Livingston be sent to Albany to expedite a matter in Indian affairs.

GLC03107.02067

to John Nanfan and the council of New York re: suspension of execution

Robert Treat D: Governor and the Council of Connecticut request that New York postpone the execution of Coll. Bayard and Alderman Hutchins until the King's "pleasure" is known, or until the arrival of Lord Cornbury.

GLC03107.02068

"Propositions made by four Mohoggs who upon the Desyre of . . .

. . . the governor of Canada to there Sachims were by them appointed to goe and hear what we would say." The Mohawks describe some meetings with the Canadian Governor, in which they returned some French prisoners, and discussed relations with the...

GLC03107.02069

"Propositions made by four Sachims of the Mohogs"

The Mohawk Sachims explain that they were on their way to make peace with the Eastern Indians, but stopped their journey due to the breaking of war and other dangers. They also remind the Governor of New York of the Earl of Bellomont's promise to...

GLC03107.02070

Message from the Sachems of Onondaga

The Onondaga Sachems announce that the Seneca Sachems have called a general meeting among the 5 Nations, and that Peter Schuyler is requested to attend, along with some French representatives from Canada. P.3 contains a note dated 23 March 1703...

GLC03107.02071

"Propositions Made to the Schakook Indians Meet at Shinnechtady on . . .

. . . there Journey and Conveyed By severall Mohogs to settle In the Mohogs Countrey" The proposition asks the Skachtkook Indians why they are travelling to to the Mohawk Country, and advises them to return to where they came from. In their answer...

GLC03107.02072

to Lord Cornbury

Peter Schuyler writes that he has received a message from Coll. Partridge that Indians have caused some destruction in Deerfield in New England. He then explains what detachments he has sent to the frontiers for security purposes. Letter marked as...

GLC03107.02073

to Lord Cornbury re: meeting at Onondaga

Item 1: 1p. + docket. Schuyler enclosed a letter from the interpreter at Onondaga, and directs Cornbury's attention to the gifts presented to the Indians by Canada. He also inquires about the payment of the expenses accrued on his journey to...

GLC03107.02074

to Mr. Whit[r]ing re: death of Indians in the far nations

Schuyler writes that a settlement of French and Indians is to be made on the River Quaasick. He also states that 9 Indians of the 5 Nations were killed while hunting in the far nations, and it remains unknown if the French or the far Indians are...

GLC03107.02075

Proposition to the Commissioners of Albany with an answer

The Sachems report that they are resolved not to let a priest or French man live among them, and state that they are returning to their castles for security. They also complain of the lack of security offered by the English, and request more arms...

GLC03107.02076

to Philip Livingston re: financial transactions with Peter Schuyler

It appears that the lower portion of the document, containing the address leaf, was removed.

GLC03107.02403

to Philip Livingston re: death of his wife Mary Winthrop

John writes of the death of his wife, who departed with "satesfackion and asseurence for a Better." He also mentions business concerns, and hopes that General Nicholson arrives with money for them in the near future. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02404

to Philip Livingston re: business with Coll. Whiting

John writes that he plans to travel to Albany in the Fall, and hopes to receive Philip's money from Coll. Whiting, but fears that it may prove difficult. He also wishes Philip a good journey to Canada. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02405

Writ for the trial of William Rogers in the Court of Common Pleas

Philip Livingston orders the city of Albany to take William Rogers, if he may be found, and bring him before the Court of Common Pleas so that he may answer to charges of trespassing brought against him by Thomas Mackbath.

GLC03107.02406

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02407

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

GLC03107.02408

to Philip Livingston re: Gert Schuyler's house

Robert writes that Gert Schuyler turned his house over to him, and asks if Philip would help him sell the place. He congratulates Philip on the birth of a son, and notes that he has not recieved his salary from the Governor. Docketed on address...

GLC03107.02409

to Philip Livingston re: order for 3 packs of good beaver

Cuyler desires Philip to ask Stephanis Groesbeen if he is able to send down the 3 packs of good beaver he requested. If Groesbeen is not able to, Cuyler asks Philip to procure them himself and send them quickly. Philip writes in a note at the...

GLC03107.02410

to Philip Livingston re: Joh Vischer's money

Cuyler apologizes for some confusion regarding the payment of Jon Vischer's money, and also includes payment for the 2 packs of beaver that Philip sent him. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02411

Receipt of payment from Philip Livingston

Vischer acknowledges receipt of payment from Philip for the beaver he purchased for Henry Cuyler.

GLC03107.02412

to Philip Livingston and David Schuyler re: recognizances and commissions

Bradford writes that he has sent 8 dozen and 8 recognizances for letting the excise.

GLC03107.02413

to Philip Livingston re: shipment of rum

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02414

to Philip Livingston re: request for help procuring cattle

Robert writes that he desires 20 cattle for the Spring, and asks Philip if he will speak to a man from New England that has particularly good livestock. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02415

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02416

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02417

to Philip Livingston re: receipt of goods from Cornelius Schermerhorn

Robert writes that he received his goods after much delay. He also asks that Philip send him wine, sugar, and leather. Docketed on verso.

GLC03107.02418

to Philip Livingston re: trade

Robert asks Philip to recieve of Adrian Quackeboss the year's rent, and also requests that he bring some loose wampum for his mother. He notes that he was delayed in dispatching his sloop this year, and consequently has not received any money from...

GLC03107.02419

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02420

to Philip Livingston re: request to send accounts of Mr. Schuyler & Mr. Pachcco

Cuyler asks Philip to send him some accounts so that he may find out what payments must be made. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02421

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02422

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02423

to Philip Livingston re: Alida Livingston's health

Robert writes that Alida is extremely ill with a cough that they have not been able to cure. He also discusses some payments that need to be made. Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02424

to Philip Livingston re: the Mayor's indisposition

Robert writes that the Mayor is severely ill, and discusses some trading business. He also notes that he has had an indifferent reception by the city of Albany and the church.

GLC03107.02425

to Philip Livingston re: request for payment of account

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02426

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02427

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02428

to Philip Livingston re: [in Dutch]

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02429

to Philip Livingston re: trading accounts

Docketed on address leaf.

GLC03107.02430