| Description | 1. 13 Sep 1717 in French from Joseph A Cordero giving news of his life in Madras. He also details his work in carrying out the charitable mission of Father Paul de Saa.
2. 23 Dec 1716 from Elihu Trenchfield to Henry Davenport and George Lewis concerning the settlement of accounts with the Bishop of Neath.
3. 2 Nov 1717 from Elihu Trenchfield to Henry Davenport and George Lewis concerning business interests in trading in India.
4. 3 Aug 1717 from Joseph Collet and John Legg, attorneys for Governor Harrison, confirming the Governor has received a letter sent.
5. 17 Dec 1717 from Mr Hugonin concerning business, including trade routes, a request that Henry Davenport help him to invest his retirement fund and the sending of several parcels of diamonds from Mr Maubert.
6. 29 Aug 1716 from Mr Faucett thanking Henry Davenport for support during his suspension and consequent reinstatement in the Company.
7. 10 Aug 1717 from Mr Hugonin describing problems of unrest and the difficulties of shipping goods and other local news.
8. 6 Jan 1717 from James Berriman wishing that Henry Davenport was Governor.
9. 2 Feb 1718 in French from Monsieur Folly.
10. 15 Dec 1716 from Elihu Trenchfield answering some complaints from Henry Davenport and giving congratulations for his forthcoming marriage.
11. 8 Dec 1717 from Elihu Trenchfield thanking Henry Davenport for forwarding his English fortune and giving praise.
12. 20 Jan 1718 from Mr Berriman regarding his concerns about changes in the administration.
13. 7 Jan 1717 from Mr Berriman expressing his disappointment that Henry Davenport did not replace Mr Harrison as Governor.
14. 25 Jan 1718 from Phillip Baker informing Henry Davenport of his dismissal by Governor Harrison under false charges and asking for help in obtaining a new appointment.
15. 23 Jan 1718 in French from Padre Thomas, concerning a dispute between Jesuits, including Joseph Cordero and Capucins regarding the house left by Abbe Paul de Saa.
16. 10 Feb 1717 from Richard Peiarse informing Henry of his progress.
17. 16 Aug 1717 from Richard Piearse concerning his improved prospects and a list of ships.
18. 17 Aug 1717 Duplicate letter from Mr Legg concerning the death of his wife.
19. 17 Aug 1717 as above (original letter).
20. 17 Aug 1717 from William Weld complaining of unjust treatment and news of his business dealings.
21. 10 Aug 1717 Duplicate letter from Mr Hugonin concerning business, including an agreement signed with some Moghuls.
22. 15 Aug 1717 from Francis Hastings concerning business, gossip and the news that Fort St David is now flourishing.
23. 14 Feb 1718 from Mr Collett, thanking Henry Davenport for his friendship.
24. 6 Feb 1718 from Henry Frankland in Calcutta, mentions Henry Davenport's return to England and news of mutual friends.
25. 7 Jan 1718 from Mr Hugonin asking for advice on English law concerning Mr Robson, who may have committed fraud. The case notes are included.
26. 3 Jan 1718 from Mr Hugonin concerning local unrest, personal news and the diamond trade. |