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Hetman Jan Zamoyski appeals to the mayor and councilors of Lviv to lend the city's cannons, gunpowder, cannonballs, and to provide gunners, carpenters, and carters in light of the threat of a Tatar invasion. He guarantees the timely return of the equipment and full coverage of all costs, potential losses, and wages for the craftsmen.

Zamoyski fears a Tatar advance from Rus' toward Lviv, asks the recipients to prepare, and mentions Jabłoński as an intermediary.

Jan Zamoyski asks the mayor and councilors of Lviv to grant the parish at the Holy Spirit Church to the parson of Bełz in the event of the death of the seriously ill Dean of Lviv. He emphasizes that the councilors are well aware of the virtues and dignity of the recommended clergyman.

Jan Zamoyski intervenes with the mayor and councilors of Lviv, requesting the suspension of legal proceedings against Mr. Kamieniecki and the customs officers from Kołomyja under his authority. He appeals for the resolution of the dispute in accordance with a previous agreement regarding customs fees.

Jan Zamoyski intercedes with the mayor and councilors of Lviv on behalf of the Armenian Tyroszewicz merchants, who encountered official difficulties after purchasing a stall from councilor Just Narost. The author of the letter appeals for an amicable and brotherly resolution of the conflict, emphasizing the merchants' honesty and the justice of their cause.

Jan Zamoyski announces his imminent arrival in Lviv to settle military matters and sends his servant Oleszek ahead. He asks the mayor and councilors to show the messenger kindness and provide any necessary assistance.

Jan Zamoyski intercedes with the mayor and councilors of Lwów on behalf of Andrzej Gikel of Candia, requesting his admission as a citizen of the city. He emphasizes the protégé's wealth and his readiness to bear municipal burdens, declaring his gratitude to the council for a positive resolution of the matter.

Jan Zamoyski admonishes the mayor and councilors of Lviv regarding the case of Mr. Dzieduszycki, pointing out the losses and delays he is suffering on his farm. He appeals to the city authorities to cease further harassment of the nobleman.

Jan Zamoyski addresses the mayor and councilors of Lviv with a request to favorably consider the rights presented by the burgher Michał Grek and his companions. He appeals for them to be maintained in these rights, provided it does not infringe upon the city's privileges.

Hetman Jan Zamoyski thanks the mayor and councilors of Lviv for preparing and donating depictions of the Crucifixion and the Resurrection to the church in Zamość. He assures the city authorities of prayers offered on their behalf and declares his readiness to reciprocate the kindness shown.

Lviv Archbishop Jan Zamoyski intercedes with the Lviv authorities on behalf of residents who are bearing communal burdens while suffering oppression and material losses. He calls upon the magistrate to resolve the dispute immediately and fairly, and not to prioritize their own benefits over the well-being of poorer citizens.

Bishop Jan Zamoyski replies to the Canon of Krasnystaw regarding a letter concerning the interdict on the body of the late Mr. Szemiot, questioning the validity and legal purpose of such a step given the likely transport of the corpse to Podhorce. He attaches a response addressed to the local vicars with a request for its urgent delivery.

Jan Zamoyski demands that the Lviv authorities return unjustly collected fees and release the goods of the Zamość Armenian merchant Krzysztof Balejowicz. He warns that in the event of further repression against his subjects, he will retaliate by ordering the detention of Lviv merchants and their goods in Zamość.

Jan Zamoyski intervenes with the Lviv authorities regarding the assault and robbery of property committed by soldiers against Jewish merchants from his estates. He calls on the magistrate to curb the lawlessness and announces that he will seek compensation for the victims through legal channels.

Marcin Zamoyski strongly opposes the repressions by the authorities of Lwów against Zamość merchants, including the unlawful imprisonment of their factors and the imposition of illegal fees. He appeals for respect for the royal decree and announces that he will defend his subjects before the monarchical courts.

Marcin Zamoyski explains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski that due to the severe illness of his wife, he and his brothers cannot attend the royal coronation. He asks the recipient to use his influence with the monarch to justify their absence and commend his family to the King's grace.

Franciszek Zamoyski informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the meeting of the Starosta of Szczurowice with people slandering the King. He also assures him of his intention to settle outstanding financial claims upon his arrival in Lviv.

Franciszek Zamoyski addresses the recipient with a request for protection at the royal treasury in Krakow for military deputies seeking the payment of overdue wages. He is concerned with the efficient handling of the matter so that the soldiers can return safely and quickly to their home banners with the money.

Franciszek Zamoyski asks the Voivode of Ruthenia to support the deputies sent by the Prussian Master of the Pantry before the royal treasury. He appeals for the appointment of a representative who will assist them in settling the matter without delay.

Address of a letter from Franciszek Zamoyski to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski. It contains the addressee's titles, including the starosties he held.

Franciszek Zamoyski thanks Voivode Jabłonowski for the words of comfort and condolences sent after the death of his own brother. He assures him of the respect the deceased held for the addressee and declares his own humility and devotion.

Grand Chancellor of the Crown Tomasz Zamoyski calls upon the authorities of Lviv to cease hindering the passage of Zamość merchants trading in Podolia. In particular, he intercedes for the merchant Peter Franck, demanding his unhindered passage and pointing out the losses he suffered due to the detention of his goods.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Tomasz Zamoyski intercedes with the Chamberlain of Chernihiv on behalf of Jeremi Wiśniowiecki, whose estates border the Tsardom of Russia. He requests that the parliamentary border commission does not infringe upon the prince's property rights.

Tomasz Zamoyski explains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski his absence from the deliberations due to the necessity of defending the Zamość fortress against the surrounding enemy. He declares his readiness to sacrifice his life and asks for support and for the matter to be presented to the assembled nobility.

Tomasz Józef Zamoyski thanks the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for his patronage with the Voivode of Kraków, which ensured the successful course of the Wisznia sejmik session. He commends himself to his further kindness and conveys greetings from his brothers.

Tomasz Józef Zamoyski recommends Father Kamborski, a French language teacher, to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski. The priest is seeking a vacant parish in Lviv. The author asks the addressee to extend his patronage to the candidate and intercede on his behalf with the Lviv magistrate.

Anna Zamoyska informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the payment of the quarter tax for a Tatar banner and the excessive burdens of hiberna in her starostwos. She requests clarification regarding the hiberna tax rate and the ordinances of the confederate army in order to be compensated for the sums paid under duress.

Anna Zamoyska informs the Voivode of Volhynia about a severe illness that prevents her and her youngest son from attending the coronation of Augustus II. She asks the addressee to excuse their absence before the King.

Anna Zamoyska addresses the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Janusz Koniecpolski, requesting that he consider compensation for the damages caused by the army to her most significant estates during negotiations regarding its disbandment. She also asks for his intercession and for him to secure the protection of the Voivode of Kraków.

Anna Zamoyska asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to intervene with King Augustus II to stop the quartering of Saxon troops in the Zamość Entail estates. She reminds him that, according to the will of the founder and her late husband, the Zamość Entail should remain under the direct protection of the monarch.

Anna Zamoyska thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for his kindness and gracious reception of her children during their visit to the Castellan of Kraków in Lviv. She assures the recipient of her lifelong gratitude, readiness to serve, and sends her regards to his wife.

Anna Zamoyska responds to the summons of the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to present the entail troops for a general review, conditioning this upon the resolution of submitted issues. At the same time, she asks for the protection of her children's orphaned estates and the cessation of destructive abuses by the military.

Anna Zamoyska asks the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Janusz Koniecpolski, to confirm whether she should pay the 'kwarta' (quarterly tax) to a soldier of Mr. Zaychowski who arrived without an official assignment. The author fears a double payment, citing a similar financial loss suffered by her sister.

Anna Zamoyska informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, that she has ordered the trunks deposited in Warsaw to be sent to his palace to await his arrival. She also declares her full readiness for further services.

Anna Zamoyska thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for the constant favors received, declaring her lifelong readiness to serve and commending herself to his memory. She also sends bows and greetings to the addressee and his wife on behalf of herself and her children.

Anna Zamoyska thanks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for his letters and advice on securing the Zamość fortress in the face of national threats. She announces the dispatch of a resident and the organization of rapid postal communication, while apologizing for having the letter written by another hand due to her illness.

Anna Zamoyska appeals to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, requesting his intervention and the securing of a portion of the so-called royal bread. She counts on the kind support of the addressee and the Voivode of Kraków, declaring her gratitude for the assistance provided.

Anna Zamoyska appeals to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for intercession with the newly elected monarch on behalf of an impoverished diplomat, a former resident in Istanbul and Vienna. She asks for his protection and assistance in securing a position for him among the King's servants and courtiers.

Anna Zamoyska informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about sending her representatives to protect her estates from the burdens associated with military quartering and the collection of forage. She asks the Hetman for help, favor, and support in this matter.

Anna Zamoyska addresses the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, requesting his continued protection and advice in urgent property matters, proposing that instructions be conveyed through a trusted servant. In the letter, she also sends greetings to the Voivodess and bows from her sons.

Anna Zamoyska informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the preparation and dispatch of men required by law and ordinance under his command. The author of the letter commends the dispatched soldiers to the addressee's care, thanking him for his continued kindness.

Anna Zamoyska appeals to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to intercede with the General of Greater Poland so that he might cease supporting Fr. Koszanowski for the Ląd Abbey in favor of her brother. In a postscript, she also requests support for efforts to exempt the Wągrowiec Abbey from military burdens.

Anna Zamoyska asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to intervene with the King to protect the Bolechów starosty, which has been ruined by the prince's court troops. She invokes the testament of her late husband, who entrusted Jabłonowski with the care of his family and estate.

Anna Zamoyska informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about sending an estate manager to the sejmik in Sądowa Wisznia to oversee the affairs of the Zamoyski Entail in the absence of her sons. She asks the addressee for kindness, protection, and support for her interests among the gathered nobility.

Anna Zamoyska informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about sending a resident to his court, who is to provide her with regular reports on events in Lviv. At the same time, she asks the Voivode to keep her affairs in mind and extend his protection over them.

Anna Zamoyska commends her sons to the benevolence of the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, asking for his intercession and recommendation to the protection of his father, the Castellan of Kraków. In return for the favor, the author assures him of her sons' lifelong devotion and her own gratitude.

Anna Zamoyska thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for his kind letters and declares the gratitude of her entire household. She also requests that he continue to keep her in his gracious care.

Anna Zamoyska expresses her gratitude to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for his gracious consent to a meeting at his home. She declares her imminent arrival with expressions of deep respect and commends herself to the addressee's continued kindness.

Gryzelda Batorówna Zamoyska intervenes with the authorities of Lviv regarding the unlawful detention of Zamość merchants and over one hundred barrels of malmsey wine. Citing the privileges granted to Zamość by King Stephen Báthory, she demands the immediate release of her subjects and their goods.

Grizelda Batorowna Zamoiska intervenes with the authorities of Lviv in defense of Zamość Greek merchants, Prokop and Jerzy, whose transport of over one hundred barrels of malmsey was unlawfully confiscated and whose personal freedom was restricted. Citing trade privileges granted to Zamość by King Stefan Batory, the author demands the immediate release of Chancellor Jan Zamoiski's subjects and the return of their property.