Transcriptions » Recently generated summaries of recognized texts

The ship departed from Stockholm on June 18 and anchored in Daklerd on June 20. They set sail for Amsterdam on June 21. They reached the Sound on June 30 and sailed out of it on July 2. After passing Schagen on July 4, they encountered a severe storm from the southwest near the Nose on July 7. The ship struggled in high and hollow seas, experiencing heavy rolling and pitching with considerable water coming over the deck.

Due to the continuing storm and heavy seas on July 10, they decided to seek harbor for the safety of ship and cargo. A pilot brought them into the harbor of PFleckers oland Nieuw Langezond on July 11. They departed again on July 23 with a pilot, for whom they paid entry and exit fees. They arrived in Texel on August 2 with a pilot and reached their destination on August 6.

The crew faithfully unloaded their cargo, including tar. During unloading, they noticed the iron was somewhat affected and damaged by the tar. The crew testified that they had not stolen, sold, kept, or misappropriated any of the cargo, nor had they acted in bad faith. They also declared that they had no knowledge of anyone else doing so. They stated that any damage to the cargo, particularly to the iron from the tar, was caused by the aforementioned storms, the ship's movement in high seas, and seawater coming aboard. They maintained that the damage was not due to any deficiency of the ship or negligence of the crew, who had practiced good seamanship throughout the voyage, properly maintained the pumps, and ensured the ship was properly equipped.

• Leendert Leendertsz as commander earning 48 guilders
• Egmond Adriaansz Gibons from Starreveld as assistant earning 30 guilders
• Pieter van Nas as sick comforter earning 26 guilders
• Jan Boggeljon as junior helmsman earning 26 guilders

• Quartermasters
• Gunners
• Water makers
• Sail makers
• Ship's boys

This appears to be a financial record from the Amsterdam region listing various money transfers and payments. The main figures involved were:

• Gerrard Smit, a merchant from Amsterdam
• Jan Bliek, a merchant from Amsterdam
• Claas Sijmonsz Swart from Hoorn
• Sibilla Schoorn from Oosterhout
• Johanna Bogaard, widow of reverend Schipco van Riemsdijk from Utrecht
• Ambrosius van der Noll, a former alderman
• Roeloff Peereboom and Jeremias Hageman from Amsterdam
• Zeno Lambert Satink and Petrus Prent from Amsterdam
• Huijbert Boschman from Amsterdam
• Hendrina Zeeman, widow of Dirk Brooman, and Abraham van der Lande from Amsterdam
• Helena van der Stigt, widow of Otto Stapel
• Maatje Pris, widow of captain Pieter Koor from Vlissingen
• Anthonij Patras from 's Gravenhage

The payments were made in various currencies including ducats and guilders. The document records several transactions involving merchants, widows, and civil servants, with many payments being made to people in Amsterdam or their heirs.

This appears to be a crew list from the ship Amsterdam in 1741. The crew members came from various European cities including Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Hamburg, Emden, Danzig, Maassluis, Bergen, Frankfurt am Main, and Oldenburg.

Notable crew positions included:

• Johannes Collette - First Mate
• Hendrik Hoextss - Third Mate
• Jacob Harsman - Ship's Doctor
• Izaak Lezeroij - Ship's Carpenter

The document appears to be a financial record, listing payments made to crew members. It notes that some crew members were absent by February 1767 and that some were taken prisoner on August 11, 1741.

Jan Pietersz and his crew set sail on October 12, arrived at Ameland on October 14, and reached Hoorn on October 17 where they unloaded their cargo of planks. They arrived at their home port on October 23 with an empty ship. Jan Pietersz then made an agreement with cargo owner Nomme Paulusz to sail to Norway as early as possible in 1758, preferably by late March.

After loading some goods, they sailed to Bremen and arrived in Elsfleet on December 10, where they had to stay due to winter conditions. When the ice allowed, they sailed down the Weser River. After having their ship prepared at Nieuw-Harlingerziel for the Norway voyage, they departed for Langesund on March 26 and arrived there the same day. They loaded their cargo and left on April 11, arriving in the Vlie on April 15 and reaching their destination city on April 17.

There they faithfully unloaded and delivered their cargo, declaring under oath that they had not kept, sold, or transferred any goods improperly or enriched themselves through such means, either directly or indirectly. This was witnessed and signed by Hendrik Grasper and Jan Pilanuals, with Jan Pietersz, Crdrets Jonsan, Jan Gele, and notary Jan Verleij.

On April 28, 1755, Jan Pietersz Stuurman and Matthijs Redliff Janse, both sailors of sufficient age, testified about their service on the ship "De Twee Gebroeders" (The Two Brothers), captained by Jan Eils. The first witness and captain confirmed that they departed from Hoorn in ballast on September 17, 1757. On September 24, they sailed past Ameland heading for Langesund in Norway.

On September 28, they encountered stormy weather from the northwest, causing their ship to leak considerably. Due to the weather conditions continuing on September 29, they decided to seek harbor on the Elbe river to repair the leaks at Altena. Although they patched the leaks as best they could, the ship wasn't seaworthy enough to continue to Norway without major repairs. The crew also expressed concerns about making such a voyage so late in the season due to the dangers involved. The captain informed the freight contractor of this by letter. While awaiting a response, they decided to take on a smaller cargo of planks bound for Hoorn instead.

On April 25, 1755, Hendrik Buurmas, a helmsman, and Evert Jansz, a sailor, appeared before notary Jan Verleij in Amsterdam. They had recently served on the ship "Jonge Johannes Bernardus" under captain Pieter Berends Slagter. They testified that in February 1755, their ship was loaded with various types of timber at Stadtil near Langesund. They sailed from there on February 27 to Langesund, from where they departed to sea on March 11, bound for Amsterdam. They arrived in the Vlie on March 17 and reached Amsterdam on March 21. They declared that:

• They faithfully delivered their cargo as they had loaded it in Stadtil
• They did not steal, sell, keep for themselves, or mishandle any of the timber
• They were not aware of anyone else doing so
• They were present on board during the entire unloading process
• They were willing to solemnly confirm their testimony

• Nicolaas Hatemink from Amsterdam as quartermaster
• Johannes Louage from Rotterdam as cooper
• Adrianus Vosburg as cook
• Hormanus Hardis from Amsterdam as head carpenter
• Laurens van Rijn from Haarlem as chief medical officer

• Roeloff Pietersen from Karelshaaven
• Jan Coenraad Looman from Paterborn
• Johan Palm from Flensburg
• Thomas Thomasz from Cape of Good Hope
• Auke Wetterman from Amsterdam as ship's boy

On the ship Padmos of Akerendam, several staffing changes were made. Besides the permitted assistant bartender, drinks were also allowed to be served by citizen Matthijs van Wielig, who lived in bookkeeper Ian Andries Horak's garden. After the death of the skipper, Cornelis Arduijn, first mate Jan de Wever was promoted to skipper. Second mate Claas Ieraensz was promoted to first mate, and third watch Valentyn van der Kruijk became second mate. Hendrik Ten Thooren, the junior master of the ship Akerendam, which was also staying in False Bay, was promoted to senior master on the Padmos, replacing someone who had died during the voyage.

The following additional appointments were made:

• Pieter Markswaart as Bosun to Gunner
• Dirk Janz Langezond as Boatswain's Mate
• Hendrik Hurtman as Bosun's Mate
• Christiaan Swerusz as Gunner
• Gerardus Daalwyk as Gunner's Mate
• Jan Frederik Coert as Ship's Boy
• Tobias Wensing as Cook's Mate

On April 28, 1755, ship captain Jan Eils, commanding the ship named "Two Brothers", last arrived from Langezond and living in Harlingerziel, but currently present in this city, appeared before notary Jan Verleij in Amsterdam. Eils declared that he appointed Volkert de Vries, residing here, as his legal representative. De Vries was authorized to:

• Represent Eils in all matters concerning his ship voyages
• Collect all freight payments, regular and extraordinary fees, and port charges
• Issue receipts for payments received
• Calculate, settle, and adjust accounts with anyone
• Make agreements and compromises
• Take legal action when necessary
• Handle cases before all judges and courts
• Place and release arrests on persons and goods
• Provide required guarantees
• Choose legal domicile
• Handle all other necessary legal and non-legal matters

• The captain (schipper) was Volkert Schoute from Amsterdam, earning 66 guilders
• The bookkeeper was Phillipe de Lasontanie from Amsterdam, earning 16 guilders
• The assistant was Hendrik Carolus des Bordes from Amsterdam, earning 48 guilders
• The chief helmsman was Philip Terkuijs from Amsterdam, earning 32 guilders
• The second helmsman was Jan de Koning from Amsterdam, earning 26 guilders
• The third watch was Nicolaas Aijsma from Amsterdam, earning 26 guilders
• The assistant barber was Andries Roelofsz from Amsterdam, earning 18 guilders
• The boatswain was Dirk Jakobsz from Amsterdam, earning 18 guilders
• The surgeon was Andries Gettelaar from Wijsenvelt, earning 20 guilders

On April 24, 1755, ship captain Ocke Hanssen appeared before notary Jan Verleij in Amsterdam. Hanssen, who had recently arrived from Langezond, appointed Volkert de Vries of Amsterdam as his legal representative.

The document gave de Vries authority to:

• Represent the captain in all matters
• Collect freight payments and other fees
• Issue receipts
• Settle accounts and make agreements
• Take legal action when needed
• Handle cases in all courts
• Place or release holds on people and goods
• Arrange guarantees and securities
• Choose a legal residence

• Jan Meyndertsz, Jochem Pietersz, and Jan Schaaff from Amsterdam
• Adriaen Pietersz and Jacob Lourensz from Zaandam
• Andries Haan from Tonningen
• Jan Andriertz from Laarwyk
• Pieter Jacobrtz from Carelshaven
• Roeloff Grambergh and Willem Bodien from Stockholm
• Jan Lourens from Langezond
• Manus Vens from Gottenburg
• Pieter Straatman from Christiansland
• Hans Jurgen Wytmuller from Bergen

The ship's crew departed from Pillau on December 8, heading for Amsterdam. They reached Zond on December 11 and left on December 13. From December 14-16, they faced harsh winds and high seas, causing damage to their sails. Due to bad weather and lack of supplies, they stopped at Jufferland and then Langezond on December 18.

They were delayed until November 30 by strong winds and calm periods. After setting sail again, they had to shelter in Vleeker on December 2 until December 6. Local pilots were hired and paid for harbor navigation. From December 7-12, they again encountered rough seas and strong winds.

The ship arrived in Texel on December 13 and reached their destination on December 16. They unloaded their cargo of wheat, feathers, and pins separately as it had been stored. The crew declared that:

• They had not stolen, sold, or mishandled any cargo
• They were unaware of anyone else doing so
• Any damage to the cargo was caused by harsh weather conditions, not ship defects or crew negligence
• They had maintained proper seamanship throughout the journey
• The pumps were regularly checked and maintained
• The ship was properly equipped for the journey

On June 23, 1745, Roelof Pietersen served as boatswain on the ship Catharina Galij, which sailed from Texel. His monthly wage was 22 guilders. The ship continued its journey to Castle St. George. On August 5, 1746, he purchased common goods from P. Pietersen's inventory. Later, on February 24, Director General Jacob de Petersen gave him permission to return home with the Catharina Galij. His financial records show various transactions and payments through May 15, including:

• Monthly wages of 22 guilders
• Purchases of common goods
• A final balance of 239 guilders and 15 stuivers

The document was verified by Commissioner Poldie in Reenen.

On May 9, 1793, in Amsterdam, several creditors appeared before notary public Philip Zweerts. These creditors were Jacob Antonej Jan Brinkman and Dirk Smet. They were owed money by Govert Poghems van Langezon, a sailor who had died while serving on the ship "Abraham Jacobus" during its voyage to Suriname under captain Dirk Boes. The first creditor lived in the Ensche Steeg and the last one lived near the old Haarlemmer lock. They acknowledged receiving payment from Lambertus Thijm, the ship's bookkeeper, from the deceased sailor's earned wages and monthly pay. The first creditor received 13 guilders and 10 stuivers for housing, food, drinks, and advanced money.

This appears to be a military personnel and payment record from various cities in The Netherlands and Germany. The document lists soldiers and their payments, including:

• Golio Baamen from Sandendrik
• Frans del Graaff
• Roel van der Laarzel
• Jochem Pekers
• Rudger Trier
• Jan Henrik Ebeling
• Jean Batter de Gand
• Harmen Harmerzoon Cleeff
• Andries Jacobrz Vermand
• Henrik Meijer Welen
• Anthonij Theuour from Amsterdam
• Johan Ludewig from Woerden

The document mentions several locations including Quakenbaug, Hertogenborch, Langezond, Berlyn, Munnickshuyzen, Zoll, and Brampont. Various payments are recorded in what appears to be guilders, ranging from 34 to 4,340 guilders.

• Van Braame became Marine Editor with a salary of 11 guilders per month
• Christiaan Lindenberg from Amsterdam was promoted from sailor to Quartermaster, earning 13 guilders per month
• On September 9, 1789, Andries Schaap from Bremen, previously a sailor earning 12 guilders monthly, became Head Cooper with a salary of 14 guilders per month

• Roeloff Claasz from Langesund was promoted from sailor (earning 12 guilders monthly) to Boatswain's Mate with a salary of 14 guilders per month

On December 10, 1754 in Batavia, several legal cases were recorded. The first involved Johannes Verklocke acting as interim water fiscal. The second involved Willem Cras, who served as fiscal advocate of India. The accused included:

• Jan Hopkes from Amsterdam, head carpenter
• Hendrik de Zeeuw from Amsterdam, quartermaster
• Jacobus Herremans from Middelburg, assistant gunner
• Jacobus Jansz from Langezond, sailor
• Jacobus van Dasselaar from Nagapatnam, young sailor
• Jan Michiel Rijkman from Hamburg, chain gang prisoner

Additionally, several Moorish sailors were held as prisoners: Romjanni, Jawa, Jan Mamath Sarabdi, Sansje, Pantjoe, Sarabdi, Saphar, and Nannoe.

On March 6, 1615, at around 9 PM in Amsterdam, a widow named Maerten Huysrechts made her last will and testament. She was the widow of Gerrit Anthonisz and was bedridden but of sound mind. The will was recorded by notary Nicolaes Jacobs.

She made the following bequests:

• 100 Carolus guilders to Lisen Anthonis, her husband's daughter from a previous marriage
• Her silver items to her niece Lyntgen Christiaens
• 50 Carolus guilders to the Reformed Dutch Church in Amsterdam
• To her children Sara and Gerard Anthonis: each received the best bed in the house with bedding and four pairs of the best sheets
• To Gerard: a gold merchant's ring and a wire ring
• To Sara: all her other rings

The rest of her estate was to be divided equally among her three children: Abraham Anthonisz, Sara, and Gerard Anthonis. She specified that if their father had left any unequal inheritance to the children, her estate should be used to ensure all children received equal shares from both parents.

The will was witnessed by Melchior Jochimz, a coffee worker, and Samuel Minuict.

On January 5, 1638, the Council of Justice at Castle Batavia met to decide on a case. Abraham, who was the fiscal (prosecutor) of India, brought charges against Jan Cornelisz van Langesondt, a carpenter who had worked at the Jambi trading post. The defendant was accused of theft at the trading post, specifically stealing various pieces of cloth from a cabinet in the hall on different occasions.

The Council heard the prisoner's voluntary confession, which was made without torture or iron chains. After careful deliberation and weighing all evidence, with the approval of the Governor General and Council of India, they sentenced the prisoner to be:

• Taken to the usual place of criminal execution
• Tied to a pole with a noose around his neck
• Publicly flogged with rods
• Required to pay back four times the value of what he confessed to stealing

The text describes a series of ship captures and damages in and around Norway during 1691-1693. Several Dutch ships were taken by French privateers, including:

• The Maria Magdalena, captained by Claes Jansen from Rotterdam, was damaged 2 miles from Bergen in 1692
• The Koning Dalomon, captained by Allert Pyllis, was captured coming from Koperwijck on August 19, 1692
• A small fishing boat from Maassluis, with helmsman Jacob Hendrixen van de Velde, was captured on October 10, 1692 by French captain Eustache Cornett and taken to Langehout
• The St. Barnardus, captained by Jacob Schuijt, was captured and plundered coming from Jossout on September 16, 1692

The text also mentions a letter from Resident Goes dated July 1695 discussing Danish royal family matters. The Crown Prince was traveling to Germany, specifically to Güstrow in Mecklenburg, to visit princesses there and in Saxe-Gotha for potential marriage arrangements. Prince Charles, the king's third son, was planning to travel to warm baths due to his hard hearing. Prince Christian had already left for Germany and France, leaving only Prince William, about 8 years old and speaking with difficulty, and a princess at home. The letter also discusses concerns about the king's health and the poor air quality in the city.

On June 18, 1632, a meeting was held where several matters were discussed:

Tobias de Mulder and associates requested payment of 51,000 guilders owed to them for fortification works. The Council of State authorized Receiver General Doublet to issue bonds worth 30,000 guilders with interest.

The meeting was presided over by the Lord of Noordwijk, with several officials present including Rantwyck, de Bye Lochteren, Arnhem Huygens, Olican, Brouchouen, de Lange, Vredenryck, Vosbergen, Tienhouen, and Walta.

They discussed matters concerning East Friesland and the city of Emden regarding payment for 600 garrison soldiers. A committee was formed to examine these propositions.

Frederick Kemmers requested payment of 1,894 pounds for damages related to the Moscow ambassadors' visit.

Captain Pauwels Peckel, under Colonel Rosencrans's regiment, was granted 2,742 guilders for two months' pay, starting April 6 and ending May 17.

Captain Dominicus van Coevorden requested documents from his trial from Fiscal Silla and other officials in Utrecht.

The meeting also addressed matters concerning:

• A request from Joachim Brandis regarding a letter to Liege
• A shipbuilding equipment dispute in Norway involving the Danish king
• A request from the Count of Oldenburg to export 70-80 centners of gunpowder, which was postponed due to military needs
• Discussion about the West India Company's commission for governors going to Pernambuco