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1723/02/24
Livingston, Philip
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
1724/03/25
to Robert Livingston re: trade and politics
Philip advises his father on how to procure fire wood for the garrison, and relates his anxiety over a forthcoming election for representative, for which he is a candidate. He also discusses difficulties in trading with some Indians, and how...
GLC03107.01559
1724/05/15
to Robert Livingston re: excise at Albany
Philip writes of the current excise revenues of Albany, and requests that Robert keep him as a trading partner. He also expresses doubt regarding his cousin's chances in the election, and states that it is becoming increasingly difficult to...
GLC03107.01580
20 May 1724
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
1724/05/25
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
1725/03/10
Livingston, Robert, Jr.
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
1725/03/20
Le Heup, Peter (fl. 1724-1725)
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
1725/05/31
Burnet, William (1688-1729)
to the Justices of the County of Albany re: fortifications for Albany
Burnet writes that he approves of the Justices' resolutions, but asks them to consider some other places as well. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.01649
1725/07/03
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
1725/07/13
to Robert Livingston re: warrant for Philip Livingston's salary
Le Heup writes that he has drawn up a warrant to obtain Philip Livingston's salary as Secretary of Indian Affairs, but is not sure if the King will approve of it.
GLC03107.01662
1725/08/16
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
1725/08/21
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
1725/09/06
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
1725/09/15
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
1725/09/23
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
1725/09/24
Unknown
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
1725/12/16
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
1709
Vetch, Samuel (1668-1732)
"Instructions to be given to the two Indians to be sent . . .
. . . to Montreal, and Quibeck." Document leaves instructions to take careful note of troops and fortifications in Canada. The document is also signed by Col. Fr. Nicholson.
GLC03107.00807
1711/04/24
Beekman, Joanna (fl. 1711)
to Robert Livingston re: concerns regarding French and Indians
Joanna expresses concern regarding the presence of French spies among the Indians, and accounts for goods that her husband ordered her to send to Livingston. Docketed on address leaf.
GLC03107.00876
1712/05/27
Livingston, John
to Robert Livingston re: attacked by Indians
John describes an attack made by Indians, and then asks his father to speak to Govr. Hunter regarding a financial matter with Capt. [Wimes].
GLC03107.00909
1712/06/21
to Robert Livingston re: fear of attacks from French and Indians
John writes to inform his father that he is currently stationed with 600 men and officers, who are awaiting news from England regarding how they are to settle the garrison. The situation is tense due to the threat of a French and Indian attack, and...
GLC03107.00920
1712/06
to Alida Livingston re: French and Indian attacks
John reiterates much of what he wrote in an earlier letter to his father. He describes the persistent fear of French and Indian attacks, and states his desire to purchase either Capt. Wimes' or Ingolesbey's Commission so that he may move closer to...
GLC03107.00928
1712/08/07
to Robert Livingston re: attack by French and Indians, military fortifications
John states that he is uneasy about the establishment of a garrison where he is, and discusses a recent attack by French and Indians. He also mentions the monetary complications that have arisen with the recent constructin of fortifications....
GLC03107.00936
1717/02/09
Livingston, Gilbert
to Robert Livingston re: request for an Indian servant
Gilbert mentions that he would be very pleased if his father purchased him a particular Indian servant, who he has found to be extremely helpful. He sends his regrets at the destruction of his father's saw mill, and discusses plans for selling...
GLC03107.01123
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