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• 8 anchor stocks worth 140 florins
• 139 beams in total:
  • 100 in good condition
  • 14 passable quality
  • 25 split in the middle, ranging from 2 to 10 feet
• 89 mill planks:
  • 62 in good condition
  • 27 split or damaged, ranging from 2 to 6 feet
• 1000 jati (teak) planks:
  • 610 in good condition
  • 308 split ends, ranging from 1 to 5 feet
  • 82 split and broken
• 40 small jati planks
• 300 jati barrel staves
• 100 Jassem beams, with 1 found unusable due to being too short

In Coromandel on May 25, 1706, disputes between Medi Chan and Anandarasoe had flared up again. Letters received from Masulipatnam on April 4 contained several complaints, including one from van Noort who was upset that he wasn't authorized to use harsh measures or punishment to force merchants to pay their debts. This reminded officials of earlier problems that had occurred under junior merchant Seelover's management.

The officials suspected these ideas were planted by harmful advisers higher up. They planned to issue necessary orders after the frigate's departure. In Bimlipatnam, the conflict between Fiacol's military commander Medi Chan and Prince Anandarasoe had recently escalated into actual violence. During these hostilities, Anandarasoe had ordered the destruction of a small Moorish government fort in the village of Kintare, completely leveling it to the ground.

From Cormandel on June 25, 1707, chiefs Willem Caulier and Cornelis Boudewijnsz de Sterre signed a document with Bangaar Wenketraijel and Bangaar Letjemenarsoe. Aplonius van Noort signed for the translation in Daatcherom on May 3, 1707. Joannes Spits signed as clerk. This was a written account ordered by governor Joannes van Steelant, who supervised the East India Company's interests on the Cormandel coast. The document concerned money that junior merchant Isaak Seelover had given to traders of the new company from the East India Company's funds at the Daatcherom office to purchase textiles.

• 100 Jassemse beams ordered
• 8 anchor stocks ordered
• 140 wooden planks ordered per invoice
• 180 good quality pieces received
• 14 acceptable quality pieces
• 25 pieces with splits in middle ranging 2-10 feet
• 90 mill planks ordered
• 62 good quality mill planks received
• 27 pieces split at ends and middle ranging 2-6 feet
• 40 small Jati planks received per invoice
• 300 Jati staves received per invoice
• 1000 Jati planks ordered
• 610 good quality Jati planks received
• 306 pieces split at ends ranging 1-5 feet
• 82 split and broken pieces

• 1 bale of cinnamon
• 400 pounds of gunpowder
• 500 double wreaths of rope
• 20 mill planks
• 4 tarpaulins

On September 9, 1740, at the ammunition house in Coromandel, 6 powder brushes were received according to invoice, as confirmed by J.D. Melde. At the equipment warehouse, 6 Dutch shrouds were received, confirmed by Anthonij Clasen. At the timber yard, out of 1000 Jati planks listed in the invoice:

• 793 were received in good condition
• 114 were split at the ends
• 93 were split from 2 to 6 feet, broken and unusable

This was confirmed by C. Simons in the presence of commissioners Abraham Seelover and J.A. Dormieux. The document was prepared by B.V. Duijn at Castle Nagapatnam on September 5, 1740 and verified by J.V. Duijn.

The letter describes communications between Coromandel and Nagapatnam in 1726. On October 27, 1726, officials J. Spits, P. Turnhout, and E. Gouds wrote from Sadraspatnam. The sloop named "Gecroond Zwaart" (Crowned Sword) arrived on August 4 carrying a bale of cinnamon and other supplies. The ship returned carrying only 400 floor stones measuring 1½ feet. Abraham Seelover, an assistant, also traveled on the ship. A second letter was written on September 2, 1726 from Sadraspatnam to Nagapatnam, signed by J. Spits, S. Turnhout, and G. Gouds.

The text describes how the head official at Palleacatta trading post, Zeelooven, faced opposition and difficulties. He had previously served as second-in-command at the same location for several years, where he likely developed a taste for dealing with merchants. The author expresses regret that many Company servants show little genuine dedication to serving their masters at the Dutch East India Company. Instead, they prefer to support and protect malicious merchants and evil-minded people rather than doing what is best for the Company.

In Cormandel on May 25, 1706, concerns were raised about the conduct of chief officer Appolonius van Noort. The governor van Steeland learned that van Noort had allowed a former Brahmin advisor named Bandicauwmansol, who had previously worked for Isaac Seelover, back into the Company's lodge. This Brahmin had been banned from the lodge since August 18, 1703 because he was considered the main troublemaker during Seelover's time, causing disorder through his deceptive behavior. Van Noort was not only allowing him access but also paying attention to his reports and gossip. As a result, the Company had to renew the ban and strictly ordered van Noort to cut ties with both this cunning Brahmin and his nephew Chittarama.

During the 1703 slave trade in an unnamed port, Grouken reported delays caused by ship congestion, with 5 ships arriving and 7 departing, including 4 French vessels that caused anxiety. Additionally, the death of a king and prolonged ship stays led to a smallpox outbreak across the vessels, resulting in numerous slave deaths. The ship called "the Sun" was particularly affected. The late king's third son was chosen as successor, with hopes this would benefit future trade. The letter was signed by Grouken on August 29, 1703.

On December 23, 1790, a letter was written in Avim about the death of P.A. Koek at Hollandia. Koek owed 1,017 Dutch guilders and had given power of attorney to his mother, widow Koek in Amsterdam, to handle his debts. The original document was kept at the council chamber in Elmina.

The writer had several financial concerns:

• He lost over 30 ounces of gold with Peeters
• He was waiting for payment from the estate of clerk Marquis
• He lost a male slave at Sacconde who escaped to School despite being in double chains at the fort

In response, it was noted that Koek's debt acknowledgment stated his mother in Europe would pay, and the document had already been sent with Captain Grins. While there were concerns that payment might not be made once Koek's death became known in Europe, the signed act did not include any exceptions that would allow placing a lien on the deceased's estate.

On April 9, 1686, in Golconda, documents were checked by merchant Cornelis van den Boogart and under-merchant Joannes Lamp on orders of the Commissioner. The day before the prince's arrival in the city, the Brahmin Pispatwers handed over to merchant and chief of trading post Michiel Janszoon 15 sealed coconuts filled with gold coins (pagodas) wrapped in rough sailcloth, plus two other large sealed bundles believed to be of significant value.

In the late evening, a spy reported that King Pispativenkati had sent a chest and 2 bundles of clothes to artillery master Mirsa Moninchan of Chialem. After delivering these items, they discussed money that His Majesty still owed to the prince. He had orders to only accept rupees instead of pagodas as payment, which Pispativenkati agreed to. The king then ordered 40 to be counted among the Banyans and 60 to money-changer Deitjoe to exchange into rupees. The Brahmin Sommagie also had 20 on the king's orders.

On February 5, 1699, several merchants and residents of Amsterdam met with notary Henrik Outgers regarding the ship King William, captained by Willem Leijl. They confirmed an authorization previously given to Jeremias van Raij, Louis Victor, Philip Cosson, and Joseph Barbosa and son on November 1697.

The authorization concerned a dispute over general average charges claimed by Captain Leijl at the Chamber of Insurance. These charges included:

• Monthly wages and food costs from December 19, 1696 to January 2, 1698 while the ship was delayed in Cadix
• Wear and tear on the ship and ropes
• Total claim of 21,735 guilders and 5 stuivers

An additional 12,358 guilders and 10 stuivers was reserved for delays in England. On December 21 and 23, 1697, an agreement was reached to pay 3 guilders, 2 stuivers, and 8 pennies per point.

The Commissioners approved 13,307 guilders and 10 stuivers on January 15, 1699, to be distributed as general average over ship and goods, amounting to 10 percent. The merchants authorized their representatives to appear before the Commissioners and higher courts, including the Court of Holland, with power to make agreements and compromises.

The document was signed by multiple merchants including Louis Victor, Philip Cosson, Jeremias van Raij, Jan Barbosa, and others, with Philippe de Marolles and Jan van Vlooten as witnesses.

On September 17, 1733, there was a legal matter concerning the inheritance of Johanna Colaart. Pieter Jacob Blok was represented by a testamentary guardian and executor. Pieter van Den Hoorn and Anthonij Wilkens were administrators of the estate. The Council ruled that they must provide proper accounting and proof of:

• The estate and inheritance of Johanna Colaart
• The true and rightful portion that belongs to the requester

Ships that were previously dismissed had been accepted back into service. 6 of the strongest ships that had been in service would be bought, with additional funds added if needed. All other suitable ships arriving daily would be kept and put into service.

Letters from Genua dated August 22 reported preparations for aid to Brazil, though progress was slow. Similar reports came from Spain and Portugal. If their plans were delayed, it might become hopeless for them in the future.

6 Neapolitan galleys from Livorno were expected in Genua to sail to Spain. The Duchess of Anschot, who had been in Venice and was now in Genua, would embark on them. The galleys were expected to collect money in Spain and bring it to Genua for exchange, as silver coins were usually sent by land, except what was needed for Milanois.

If Cardinal Infante was not provided for through other means, such as what Coolart might bring, he would likely face extreme poverty. In the Milanese army, there was great sickness, especially among newly arrived Germans who ate unripe fruit and drank bad water and strong wines. They were melting in the sun, and the Italians were deserting.

In Genua, there was talk that the French army would soon set sail. Ambassador Contarcini wrote from Paris that His Majesty had conferred with him for more than an hour. As a sign of respect for the Republic, His Majesty informed him about negotiations for a suspension of arms, but would not conclude this without including his allies like Sweden and the United Netherlands and others.

Incoming ships brought:

• From Porto Rico: tobacco, butter, meat, pork, candles, and coffee beans
• From St. Kitts: empty containers and trade goods
• From Madeira: wine and onions
• From Guadaloupe: molasses
• From Suriname: molasses
• From St. Croix: flour, pork, and bread

Notable captains included:

• Jose Merando
• Henry Dunkin
• Robert Reap
• George Smith
• William Porrell
• Moses Leppet

Outbound destinations included:

• St. Martin
• St. Kitts
• Guadaloupe
• St. Thomas
• Boston
• New London
• Philadelphia
• Rhode Island
• New York
• Antigua
• Martinique

Adam Francken, the post commissioner in Zouden, wrote in his letter of January 28 that the ships under the Dutch-Portuguese convoy had departed from Portsmouth. He feared they might need to return to Spithead due to unfavorable winds.

Pieter Roos, former captain of the prize ship Africa, wrote from Plymouth on May 25 reporting that he had left Elmina on April 15 with 197 slaves. On May 31, at 2 degrees 40 minutes North latitude, his ship was captured by a French privateer from St. Malo carrying 18 guns and 96 men. He managed to reach Suriname on an English bark, and later sailed as a passenger on the ship Maria Anna with captain Dirck Slover. He arrived in Plymouth on November 24 with four other ships from Suriname. He also reported that the Company ship Adrichem with captain Jan van der Hoeven had safely arrived in Suriname on September 25.

Cornelis Adriaensz Jongkels, living in Den Helder, submitted a request following the death of his father Adriaen Cornelisz Jongkees, who had served the company as a pilot for about 36 years, asking to be appointed in his father's position.