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The author responds to the request of the Lviv Magistrate regarding a matter he deems just, and writes about reaching mutual satisfaction. He assures them of his goodwill towards the city and hopes for reciprocity. The key phrase defining the procedure, perhaps involving syndics, requires re-reading; the letter does not indicate that a settlement was reached.

Stanisław Kazimierz Bieniewski, Marshal of the Crown Tribunal, admonishes the Lviv magistracy for imprisoning wounded noblemen in a jail for thieves, deeming it an insult to the knightly estate. He calls upon the city authorities to cease these actions due to ongoing tribunal proceedings and reproaches them for their ingratitude regarding his previous intercessions with the King.

The author presents the grievances resulting from a dispute with the Lviv magistrate and asks the vice-senior to use his influence to settle the matter. He mentions actions taken against him in Warsaw and Lviv and describes his paradoxical status as both a councilor and juror, and as a person deprived of these functions. He requests a clear response from the magistrate and the addressee, announcing that there is little time left to make a decision. If the case goes to court, he reserves the significance of this letter. A later cover links the dispute to Secretary Czechowicz; the text of the letter itself does not allow for a certain determination of his role.

Józef Brzeźnicki asks Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski for letters of intercession to Kraków dignitaries in order to receive money owed to him from taxes. He also complains about his retinue being dismissed from the banner and declares his readiness to serve during the Sejm.

Józef Brzeźnicki asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, to intervene with the Standard-Bearer of Kraków regarding the payment of overdue military pay from approved taxes. He points out the reluctance of the Chamberlain of Kraków to settle old debts and, in the event of the dignitary's departure, asks for a letter of recommendation to be sent by post.

General Jan Berens informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about planned negotiations with Mr. Bell concerning the payment of a sum of money and a pledge. He points out the necessity of urging General Brandt so that the payment is transferred as quickly as possible in Gdańsk.

Benedykt Bernatowicz justifies his absence before the Mayor and Councilors of Lwów due to illness, promising to present private letters in defense of his good reputation upon his recovery. Fearing the entrustment of confidential correspondence to intermediaries, he refrains from sending the documents immediately.

M. W. Biernacki informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the abuses committed by Saxon reiters and the planned protests and lawsuits before the Crown Tribunal. At the same time, he requests reimbursement of costs and financial support for conducting legal matters in Piotrków.

Władysław Biernacki asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for protection and letters of recommendation to the Marshal and Tribunal deputies regarding an ongoing lawsuit against Mr. Zbocki. He also reports on efforts made in Kyiv to secure funds for the Voivode for the upcoming Sejm.

Władysław Biernacki complains from Piotrków about the costs and losses incurred while serving in the tribunal and informs about sending a trusted man to Kuyavia on matters concerning the voivode. He also earnestly asks Jan Jabłonowski for letters of intercession to the Tribunal in an ongoing dispute with Mr. Bocheński.

Władysław Biernacki justifies himself to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for the delay in collecting money in Kuyavia, caused by the marshal of the sejmik refusing to issue an assignment. He declares his readiness to wait for the next assembly and asks for instructions and for his delay to be explained to the Voivode of Kiev.

W. Biernacki sends Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski a favorable excerpt from the decree of the Piotrków Tribunal concerning the Międzyrzecz case and informs him about efforts to obtain an assignment for collection in Bóbrka. He also announces his departure for the sejmik, the handover of the inventory to Mr. Bocheński, and the preparation of a shipment of cloth.

The Marquis de Béthune certifies to the Lviv councilors that Captain of the Lithuanian forces Jerzy Luvault de la Gavenne is the only biological brother and heir of the late Captain of the Crown forces Klaudiusz Luvault de la Chaume. He requests the immediate transfer of all property left by the deceased to him.

The Marchioness asks her son-in-law to take in a young nobleman, the son of her impoverished friend. She praises his upbringing, knowledge of mathematics and fortifications; the young man is interested in languages and foreign countries. Mr. de Balus is to act as an intermediary in the matter.

The Marchioness replies to her son-in-law following her daughter's premature labor and the death of their child. She asks for care and more frequent news. She also describes her own ailments, a severe hoarseness, and her inability to leave her bed.

The Marquise de Béthune thanks her son-in-law Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for his letter and expresses great joy regarding his marital happiness with her daughter. She assures him of her constant maternal affection and attachment to both spouses.

In response to a letter from August 15, the Marquise praises her son-in-law's sentiments toward his wife and the Queen. She makes the fullness of her affection conditional upon their persistence; she urges him to maintain family unity and support the Queen's interests.

Joy over the son-in-law's return and the daughter's delivery is mixed with concern regarding portraits and shipments. The Marquise asks for counteractions against moves favorable to the Emperor at the expense of France, and for letters to be shown at court. She reproaches her son-in-law for omitting the Queen's words about her.

The Marquise sends a letter via Samuel. Following their shared loss, she asks her son-in-law to alleviate the Queen's suffering and to show her gratitude and attachment to her interests.

The Marchioness sends a letter to her daughter via Messrs. de Laforest and Brugere. She asks for more frequent news, sends greetings to the great general, her daughter's husband, and her children. She reports that the King has increased her pension by 5,000 livres.

The Marchioness has received the only letter from her son-in-law since his departure from Rome and is concerned about his accident in the mountains. She has no news from her daughter; she suspects she may have given birth while traveling. She announces that she will send the King's letter and the letter from de La Tour via merchants.

Mikołaj Bieganowski confirms the receipt of 5,000 zlotys for the needs of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and declares his readiness to return them according to the instructions of the commissioners. He also mentions the matter of the Holy Cross Church and his relations with Wierzbicki.

Mikołaj Bieganowski informs the Lviv councilors about his successful intervention with the Castellan of Kraków regarding the intrigues of Doctor Jakub, who had attacked the good name of the Lviv authorities. The author assures the city of the magnate's favor and advocates for honoring the contract concluded with Mr. Żydkiewicz.

Mikołaj Bieganowski renews his request to Marcin Ancewski to satisfy the financial claims of Mr. Makalski from the crown treasury. The castellan also expresses surprise at the delay in executing the assignment and announces that he will take steps to enforce the payment of the due sums.

Mikołaj Bieganowski responds to the Lviv authorities regarding their complaint about sejmik resolutions detrimental to the city and the alleged role of the Bracław Cup-bearer. He declares his intention to mediate via letter with the Cup-bearer and promises a personal intervention with the Bishop of Lviv upon his arrival in the city.

Mikołaj Bieganowski responds to the Lviv authorities regarding letters from the King and the Chancellor concerning complaints against Captain Janek, who was misappropriating soldiers' pay. He announces his arrival in the city to conduct an investigation as soon as he settles urgent matters for the Marshal.

Mikołaj Bieganowski thanks the authorities of Lwów for respecting the agreement with Żydkiewicz so far and renews his request to keep it in force. He also informs them that the claims of the doctor citing the Voivode of Kraków are groundless, and that the matter is to be justly settled by the Podkomorzy (Sub-chamberlain) of Lwów.

Rector Biegaczewicz sends Professor Podhajecki to the Lviv magistrate as a candidate for the position of syndic, in response to the city's request. He recommends his qualifications and expects appropriate treatment and remuneration.

The author requests urgent intercession with the general for his "grandson", Father Rusnowski [?], regarding the Warsaw archidiaconate. He complains about the competition from Canon Suszycki [?] and refers to a written promise.

Jesuit Jan Bielicki expresses gratitude to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for his support of the college and offers wishes for the upcoming name-day and Christmas. On behalf of himself and the entire congregation, he commends his benefactor to the care of the newborn Christ and his patron saint.

Bieliński accuses Prince Jakub's banner of violence and damages in the Tuchola starosta district. He protests against their embassy to the King and the accusation that he brought royal men to Tuchola; he asks for justice and the defense of his honor.

Kazimierz Ludwik Bieliński complains to Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski about the ill will and hostile intrigues of the General, who, out of envy, sabotages his efforts to obtain offices and royal favor. The Crown Chamberlain appeals to the Hetman's righteous conscience, asking for a fair assessment of his merits and for his protection.

Kazimierz Ludwik Bieliński asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for his kind intercession and the inclusion of a favorable point in the sejmik instructions before the upcoming Sejm. He wishes to demonstrate to the public that, as a person standing on the sidelines, he has influential protectors, even if the matter ends only with declarations.

Bieliński recommends to the Lwów magistrate a physician named Matheim [spelling uncertain], who has served in his household. The recommended individual is establishing a property in the city; the author promises gratitude for the support.

Father Bełkowski reports to the royal secretary Franchi on a conversation with the archbishop concerning the dispute with the magistrate. He informs him that the hierarch has postponed his planned departure and invites the addressee to a meeting before dinner in order to settle the matter amicably.

Bielski demands the settlement of 2600 PLN annual rent for a palace before the Halych Gate. The tenant cites Russian quartering. The author proposes deducting taxes and refunding the remainder from the public treasury.

Augustyn Bielski requests President Żytkiewicz of Lviv and the municipal authorities to assign a city servant and a trumpeter for the public proclamation of free wine retail. This action is intended to counteract unlawful prohibitions imposed by the elders of the Lviv kahal, which are causing losses to the land treasury.

Brzeski responds to concerns regarding the detention of Lviv merchants in connection with the Kamianets case. He assures the safety of the Lvivians; requires the customary reporting in the city. He mentions a future royal decree.

Thanks for the New Year's wishes and the gift. In the postscript, he supports the request of Łukaszewski [?] to remain in the position of syndic of the city of Lwów.

Brzozowski expresses gratitude for the kind remembrance, wishes, and bellaria, i.e., delicacies. He promises to reciprocate the favor at the first opportunity.

Antoni Brzozowski thanks the authorities of the city of Lviv for the fish and plums sent, while noting the absence of the customarily sent isinglass. He also assures the councilors of his gratitude and readiness to provide the city with any favors.

Thanks the magistrate for the provisions for the Lenten season and a box of delicacies. Assures of his commitment to the city's affairs and wishes prosperity.

Jan Brzozowski asks the scribe Zimnicki to handle the suffragan's case in Warsaw. He sends a copy to be signed and sealed; alternatively, he suggests the involvement of Zycherman [?].

Walerian asks his own brother Walenty for a letter, news about their mother and wife, as well as military and parliamentary updates. He mentions a rumor about an acquaintance priest traveling to Rome; there is no confirmation of his stay.

Samuel Biderman confirms receipt of financial instructions and informs Arthur Forbes about the delivery of a batch of plain cloth along with an invoice. He also encourages the settlement of the remaining payment by Michaelmas and further commercial cooperation, including the purchase of silks.

Birrell thanks Arthur Forbes for raising the matter of the boy in connection with Robert Forbes. He has written to Königsberg and expects a reply and the boy's arrival at the upcoming fair. He encloses a sample of the boy's handwriting, which he asks to be passed on to Robert, and offers his services to both Forbeses.

Laurens Birrell informs merchant Arthur Forbes that the landlord has completed repairs in his shop before the sender's departure to Lviv. Due to lack of time, the author is forced to conclude the correspondence hastily.

Birrel describes an attempt to detain him and his goods in Przeworsk due to a dispute with a Jewish leaseholder collecting a fee. Initially, he denies his presence, but witnesses confirm it. According to the author, he was released after explaining that he was transporting goods for the Castellan of Krakow. He warns Forbes that his goods are being watched.

Birrell asks Forbes for help in finding the original copy of a document defaming him and identifying the author. He writes about honor, reputation, and the circulation of the libel among their acquaintances. He points to A. Bailie as a person helpful in the investigation. An additional postscript mentions that some have admitted to reading the text.

De Birckholtz explains to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, the impossibility of paying funds to the Starosta of Włodzimierz, as the available money is reserved exclusively for the hussar and pancerni banners. He assures, however, that he will attempt to resolve the issue if Lieutenant Colonel Brandt provides additional funds.