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1721/03/20
Livingston, Philip
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
1721/05/23
Burnet, William (1688-1729)
to Robert Livingston re: a piece of news from Pennsylvania
Burnet states that he has a piece of news regarding Indian affairs from Mr. Logan, the secretary of Pennsylvania, and that he wishes Livingston to communicate this news to the House.
GLC03107.01372
1721/09/04
"Govr Burnets discourse wth 10 Sachims"
Outlines how relations between the French, English, and Indians are to proceed with regard to trade, and what precautions should be made if war becomes a threat. Docketed on verso.
GLC03107.01377
1721/10/03
Order to bring Brigadier Hunter's stores to his Majesty's store house
The document orders that the stores of Brigadier Hunter, left behind in New York in the custody of Robert Livingston, be brought to his Majesty's store house in New York. It also states that what can not be immediately disposed of by his Majesty be...
GLC03107.01384
1723/12/20
to Robert Livingston re: threat of war with Indians
Philip writes of some violent attacks by Indians and the need to fortify in case of a war. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01525
1723/01/04
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
1723/01/08
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
1723/01/28
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
1723/02/24
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
1723/03/16
to Robert Livingston re: possibility of war between Indians
Philip writes that an Indian interpreter has been dispatched to speak with the Maquase and Schaahkook Indians of New York, as a war between them and the Eastern Indians seems dangerously possible. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01555
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