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Wysocka is pleased to have re-established contact and asks for further news regarding the recipient's health. She explains that the letter was delivered by a factor; in the future, one can write via post or through the captain.

Father Stanisław Witwiński thanks Lviv councilor Maciej Hayder for provisions for his journey and issues a receipt for the repayment of a debt in the amount of 195 zlotys.

The son assures his mother that he writes regularly. He sends two red zlotys, asks for news about her health, and explains that numerous matters prevent him from traveling to Lviv.

Father Dominik Wyszyński explains to his mother that the reason for leaving his previous place of residence was the persecution he suffered there. He assures her of his constant prayers and declares his readiness to support her needs from Lviv.

The register includes clothing, weapons, bedding, dishes, household equipment, carts, horses, and cattle. This is a separate copy of an inventory, not the third letter to the mother.

Janusz Antoni Korybut Wiśniowiecki asks Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski to attend a meeting with the Prince concerning the pacification of the situation in Lithuania. He notes that he counts on his support and has important common matters to discuss with him.

Janusz Antoni Wiśniowiecki thanks his uncle, the Voivode of Ruthenia, for his fatherly advice and intercession in the face of human malice. He explains his previous motivations as driven by ambition, but ultimately accepts the situation and resigns from further rivalry in accordance with the addressee's advice and the royal will.

Janusz Antoni Wiśniowiecki joyfully announces his return to his homeland to his uncle and assures him of his constant attachment and readiness to personally render services. He also sends his respects to the Voivodess of Ruthenia and asks to be kept in kind remembrance.

Janusz Antoni Korybut Wiśniowiecki addresses Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski with a request for intercession with the Princess Grand Marshal of the Crown regarding a matter of importance to him. He also informs him of his election as a deputy in Mińsk and his planned departure to meet the addressee in Warsaw.

Castellan of Kraków Janusz Antoni Wiśniowiecki asks the Lviv magistrate to treat the case of his well-wisher Antoni Cynalik favorably. In return for the requested intercession, he declares eternal gratitude and readiness to reciprocate to the city authorities.

Wiśniowiecki accuses the magistrate of opposing the arrangements made with the metropolitan and the Basilians. He requests a resolution to the dispute, reminding them of their friendship and his own role in the agreement.

The author requests a stay of the lawsuit with the Basilians until the Sejm. He mentions previous letters regarding St. Anthony, the recommendation of the Basilians, and the power of attorney for the envoys; he declares his friendship for Lwów.

Castellan of Kraków Janusz Antoni Wiśniowiecki reiterates his request to the Lviv Magistrate for a favorable and swift resolution of Antoni Cynalik's case. The author declares his sincere gratitude to the city authorities for any assistance provided to his supporter.

Ruthenian Voivode Konstanty Wiśniowiecki notifies the municipal authorities of Lwów that he is taking the Jews under his patronage, in accordance with the custom of his predecessors. He requests the mayor and councilors not to summon the Jewish population to municipal courts in matters subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the voivode.

Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki informs his uncle, Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, about the birth of a son, who serves as support for his fading lineage. The author commends himself and his newborn descendant to the further grace and kindness of the addressee.

Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki informs his uncle, the Voivode of Volhynia Jan Janusz Jabłonowski, of his successful return from his travels and assures him of his remembrance and devotion. He also expresses a fervent desire for a personal meeting as soon as possible instead of the current correspondence by letter.

Michał Serwacy Wiśniowiecki justifies his inability to personally greet his uncle, the Voivode of Ruthenia Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, due to the poor condition of the sleigh roads. He sends written expressions of respect, asking for continued remembrance and protection.

The author of the letter, confident in the addressee's favor, renews his request and justifies his persistence. He assures that he is not driven by a desire for personal gain, but solely by a sincere wish to serve under the hetman's command.

Michał Serwacy Wiśniowiecki apologizes to the Voivode of Ruthenia for his long silence, explaining it by the circumstances and the burden of state affairs. He asks his uncle for continued support, which will bring glory to their house.

In a letter to his uncle, the Voivode of Ruthenia Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki laments that he has fallen victim to false reports damaging his reputation and honor. He assures him of his constant devotion to the addressee's family and asks to be kept under his continued benevolent protection.

Prince Jeremi Wiśniowiecki requests the municipal authorities of Lwów to release Gabriel Moratonius from a court deadline before the council court and to show him leniency. He intercedes on his behalf in advance to facilitate his personal efforts to gain the favor of the councilors.

Lviv Mayor Wojciech Wiśniowski summons the city aldermen to a consultation regarding fees from Jesuit townhouses, the recovery of documents after the late Mr. Laskowski, and a dispute of the shoemakers' guild over a shrine.

De Villar informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, that he has sent him a letter from Mr. Dupont via a trusted messenger. He also offers to mediate in sending a reply and assures him of his readiness for further service.

J. Winiarski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the arrival of a detachment of Crown troops returning from Hungary and the assignment of burdensome quarters for them in the Starosty of Świecie based on a warrant from the Voivode of Inowrocław. He requests urgent instructions on how to deal with the soldiers in order to save the starosty's estates from total ruin.

Winiarski did not find the bill of exchange despite traveling to Gdańsk and Toruń. He writes about the refusal to swear an oath regarding military damages and advises sending grain via the Vistula river as soon as the ice clears.

Jan Winiarski reports on the unrest in Toruń and the inability to obtain money for the Voivode's needs, suggesting the realization of a bill of exchange for three thousand from Lviv to Gdańsk. He also expresses concern over the lack of correspondence from the last post.

Winiarski reports on Szymanowicz's payment and the dispute in Świecie regarding the hiberna tax. He requests a privilege allowing the admission of Bartholdy's son-in-law to the burgher estate despite the city's refusal.

Complaint regarding military executions, costs, and the flight of subjects. The starostwo is required to deliver 1,000 pieces of timber to Toruń and provide men for the palisades. Separately: money held by Bartoldy, a bill of exchange, and news regarding the Gdańsk post.

The author discusses timber prices and floating, suggesting Gdańsk purchases before the convocation. He reports the arson of grain barns and the beating of Śliwice residents, as well as the extortion of eight transport carts.

The author describes the burdens caused by the march of the reiters, allegations against Sędzicki, and difficulties in transferring 6300 PLN of hiberna to Lwów. He proposes a bill of exchange through the merchant Szymanowicz.

Jan Winiarski informs Jan Jabłonowski about the successful withdrawal of Saxon soldiers from the Świecie starosta district and the issue of sending a bill of exchange for the hiberna tax. He also announces the sending of commodity prices from Gdańsk and advises sending grain ships there urgently due to favorable market conditions.

The author defends himself against the accusation of negligence: he refused quarters to Saxon soldiers and received the order to prepare damage reports after the deadline. He is still looking for a way to transfer the hiberna tax.

Jan Winiarski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about negotiating a loan of six thousand thalers from Mr. Bartoldy, conditional upon the assignment of repayment from the hiberna tax and installments. He also asks the addressee to make a final decision regarding the troublesome Mr. Sędzicki and to collect a payment of two thousand.

A Latin news report states that the King of France has allegedly abandoned the plan to install Conti in Poland. The author expresses hope that this will lead to the pacification of the Commonwealth and harmony among the magnates.

Winiarski proposes a loan of 20,000 from Bartoldy, to be paid out in Gdańsk and sent via bill of exchange to Warsaw. He requests a resolution regarding the case of Sędzicki, whom he accuses of harming people and being in arrears.

The Superior General of the Jesuits expresses gratitude for Lviv's benevolence toward the order. He emphasizes that he received the information from credible witnesses and promises prayers for the council and the inhabitants. Original dated 1626, cover 1616.

Legal advice for Lwów: closed Warsaw records, pospolite ruszenie (levée en masse), city guard, resistance to tax collectors, and appeals. The author advises defending the city's jurisdiction.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about receiving a default judgment and advises them to prepare documents and send a syndic to the November sessions of the Assessorial Court. He also reports on the submission of the commission decree regarding the Jewish case to the Chancellor for signature.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the delivery of the power of attorney to Mr. Taralski and the planned legal actions before the assessor's court in the case of Mr. Kupiński. He seeks a formal stay of proceedings until the arrival of Mr. Nuszczyński in Warsaw.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv magistrate about the possibility of accelerating the case against Doctor Reypiński before the assessor's court due to a decision by the Crown Chancellor. He also reports on the arrival of representatives of the Armenian nation and their dispute regarding the public disclosure of court records.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about actions taken before the Royal Assessor's Court to avoid a default judgment and requests further instructions. He also reports that the executions issued by the Castellan have been annulled.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the successful defense and restoration of municipal jurisdiction in a dispute with the Armenians. He also reports with sympathy on an unfavorable verdict for Mrs. Wilczkowa, ordering her to provide restitution under the execution of the magistrate.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the filing of lawsuits by Kupiński at the Assessor's Court, which he managed to temporarily halt in the Decree Chancellery until instructions from the city arrive. He warns that a potential deputy must arrive immediately, as the courts will soon resume proceedings and the referendary is departing soon.

The Bishop of Przemyśl, Michał Wodzicki, thanks the mayor, councilors, and the magistrate of Lviv for the New Year's wishes sent. In response, he sends reciprocal wishes for prosperity and an abundance of all goods for the authorities and all residents of the city for the current year and the years to follow.

Wodzicki refuses to issue a rescript without knowledge of the case previously heard by the assessor courts. He forwards the documents to the Grand Crown Chancellor.

A draft addressed to Wodzicki declaring obedience to the King, but the essential part of the reply to the memorial remains uncertain.

Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv Magistrate about submitting the explanations of Doctor Franchi regarding his dispute with the royal jeweler Wayzer at the royal court. He also assumes that this document has already been sent to Dresden, where the jeweler is currently staying.

Copy of an intervention to the Hetman: accusation of the forcible seizure of townhouses by the Starosta of Błonie and invocation of the 1678 constitution protecting municipal jurisdiction.

The heirs of Józef Szynoff complain against Doctor Franchi for withholding money. The Bishop advises the magistrate to ensure payment, if necessary through legal proceedings.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv Magistrate that he has not received the promised explanations from Doctor Franchi regarding the memorial filed against him by Mr. Wayzer. Consequently, he demands a swift resolution, which the complaining party is awaiting.