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The Lviv Metropolitan Chapter enters into an agreement with the Lviv Butchers' Guild, granting it the exclusive right to sell meat in stalls located on chapter lands near St. John's Church in the Krakow Suburb. In return, the guild commits to maintaining guild order, eliminating unauthorized sellers, and admitting qualified craftsmen from the local ecclesiastical jurisdiction into its ranks.

King John Casimir approves the internal ordinance of the Lviv college of assessors, regulating their judicial and ceremonial duties, the management of the common chest, and the discipline of members under penalty of fines and loss of the right to promotion to the city council.

The Archbishop of Lviv, Jan Tarnowski, approves the foundation of Aleksander Zborowski and canonically erects the church and monastery of Saint Martin of the Carmelites of the Ancient Observance, along with a hospital for sick noble soldiers in the Krakow Suburb of Lviv. He secures the income and endowment of the order and ensures the inviolability of the rights of the local parish.

Jan Massari informs Marcin Rozwajer, who is staying in Warsaw, about the property matters of the late Kampian. He also asks him to intervene with the Crown Chancellor to postpone the verdict in a dispute over payment for cloth for the funeral of Prokop Sieniawski.

Lviv Archbishop Mikołaj Krosnowski establishes a new supernumerary canonry ('de mensa') at the Lviv Cathedral, provisionally uniting it with the provostship of the Confraternity of the Most Holy Sacrament. The act issued in 1650 was approved by the metropolitan chapter in 1651.

Archbishop of Lwów Jan Tarnowski confirms and approves the donation of a sum of six thousand Polish zlotys, recorded by the municipal authorities of Lwów from the estate of the late councilor Maciej Hejder for the benefit of the Brotherhood of the Most Holy Body of Christ at the Lwów Cathedral.

The Prior of the Krakow Carmelites intervenes with the authorities of Lviv, requesting them to cease hostile actions and the imprisonment of friars seeking to settle in the city. He explains the Provincial's delay due to visitation duties, invokes the former benevolence of the councilors' ancestors, and warns against ecclesiastical penalties for obstructing monastic foundations.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Tarnowski approves the foundation of the Halych land judge Stanisław Głowiński of Głowno, erecting the prelatura of cantor and the Głowiński canonry at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Lviv. The new benefices are endowed with the villages of Młyniszcze and Zabłotowce in the Żydaczów land, including the definition of liturgical duties and the right of patronage.

Jan Matejko expresses his gratitude for the honorable offer to stay with the Greek Catholic Metropolitan during his visit to Lviv, but declines the hospitality due to poor health and the need for his children's care. He also announces his arrival in the city for the following Tuesday.

King John II Casimir confirms to Piotr Pilewicz and his three sons the right to lifelong possession of a wybraniecki hide in the village of Hubice in the Drohobycz starosta district, exempting them from military burdens. In return, the holders of the hide are obliged to provide a properly armed wybraniecki infantryman for every military expedition.

Marek Matczyński informs the authorities of Lviv about the imminent arrival of John III Sobieski and the monarch's planned stay at the city palace. He advises urgent removal of filth from the Market Square, streets, and the road from Zhovkva, so that the dirt does not cause disgust to the monarch.

Marek Matczyński informs the Lviv magistrate about submitting to the King the case of the estate of the late Teodor Bryszyanic, who died intestate, citing city privileges regarding funds for fortifications. He also assures them of the monarch's favor and his will to respect the applicable law.

Marek Matczyński, Voivode of Bełz, intercedes with the authorities of Lviv on behalf of the royal servant Tomasz Gordon, requesting his appointment to the office of assessor (ławnik). He asks for a one-time exception to be made, allowing the candidate to bypass the required service in the college of forty men.

King John Casimir confirms the ancient privileges of the tailors' guild in Lwów and prohibits Jews, peddlers, and furriers from unauthorized sewing and selling of clothing and woolen caps under penalty of confiscation of goods. The monarch orders the municipal authorities to strictly enforce the tailors' guild monopoly.

Lieutenant Medzycki reports to the Voivode on the conduct of a secret investigation and the issue of an assignment for recruits, which is to be issued on St. Martin's Day. He also informs about the transfer of funds to the commandant and the request of the Castellan of Bełz regarding the exclusion of his officers from the distribution of money.

Lieutenant M. Medzycki informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about a planned meeting with the Castellan of Przemyśl and the difficulties with quartering soldiers in Odyńce and Wola. He also reports the recruitment of two new soldiers to the infantry regiment and the payment of their wages.

M. Medzycki complains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about attacks from adversaries, the withholding of his salary, and an insult from a major, while rejecting accusations of inciting the boyars. He assures his diligence in managing the entrusted estates and asks to be released from his office after settling his accounts.

In recognition of the loyalty and sacrifices of Lwów during the wars, King John II Casimir equalizes the city and its citizens with Kraków and Wilno in terms of rights, liberties, and noble privileges. The burghers of Lwów are granted the right to participate in royal elections, attend the Sejm, and freely acquire and possess landed estates.

John Maitland confirms receipt of correspondence from Arthor Forbes and informs him about sending a barrel via a carter and the lack of payment from the indisposed Doctor Krawz. The author defers the matter of money to be paid in Gdańsk until the next post.

Jan Metlant confirms to Robert Forbes the receipt of the letter and the sent clocks, thanking him for the opportunity to examine them. He declares the reimbursement of all incurred costs to Mr. Tur and expresses a desire to continue the correspondence.

John Maitland informs Arthur Forbes about the reasons for the delay in his departure from Jarosław and sends a reply from Mr. Warner. He also offers him the purchase of a jewel for one thousand thalers with the possibility of deferring payment until the first of April.

Bishop of Przemyśl Antoni Winnicki erects and approves a youth (bachelor) brotherhood at the Church of St. Nicholas in Stary Sambor. The document commands the members of the brotherhood to remain in Christian love, piety, and obedience to church authority under penalty of excommunication.

J. Maitland informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the availability of fabrics, tapestries, and horses before the upcoming fair in Jarosław, as well as the gathering of the nobility for the sejmik. He also reports on the delivery of correspondence to Mr. Husz and sends greetings to the Voivodess.

King John Casimir approves the act of the Starosta of Lviv, Jan Mniszek, confirming the testamentary bequest of the burgher Semen Onufrijowicz, who donated a farmstead in Podzamcze, Lviv, for the construction of a church, the Monastery of St. John the Evangelist, and a printing house. The document exempts the planned foundation from taxes and municipal jurisdiction and entrusts its management to the Basilians under the authority of Father Symeon Siemionowicz.

King John Casimir confirms the right of the Dominican monastery in Lviv to its own water supply, transuming the privilege of Sigismund III from 1628 and a document of the Lviv magistrate from 1613. The monarch emphasizes the merits of the friars, who maintained the water intake and supplied the inhabitants during enemy invasions.

K. Maitland asks Arthur Forbes to settle her accounts with Mr. Gładyszowicz and to re-present a bill of exchange for acceptance in Lviv. She also sends New Year's greetings to the addressee and Mr. Robert.

King John II Casimir confirms to the inhabitants and the manor of the village of Malechów, which constitutes the endowment of the Lviv hospital for the poor, the privilege of Sigismund III Vasa from 1590 allowing for the acquisition of construction and firewood in the Rokitno forests. The felling is to be carried out without damaging the forest and with the knowledge of the current Starosta of Lviv.

Franciszek Mainone intervenes with the Lwów magistrate against the curators of the estate of the late Maciej Franchi, accusing them of bias in favor of Doctor Franchi and of harming the widowed daughter and the creditors. He demands the transfer of the estate to his son-in-law as the legal guardian and the release of commission goods belonging to the Dresden jeweler Weyser.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Tarnowski, at the request of the local parish priest, erects and approves the Confraternity of the Most Holy Body of Christ at the parish church in Komarno. The document defines papal indulgences as well as the statutes and duties of the confraternity members, modeled on Roman and Lviv rules.

Cardinal Montalto assures the authorities of Lviv of his favor and promises intercession with the Pope and the Congregation of Rites in efforts to obtain a decree regarding the cult of John of Dukla. He emphasizes the importance of this matter for the growth of piety among the local population.

Lviv Archbishop Jan Tarnowski approves the foundational endowments of brothers Marcin and Maciej Rzechowski and solemnly erects and endows a prebend at the church and hospital of St. Barbara in the suburbs of Rohatyn. The document details the liturgical duties of the prebendary, the management of the poor funds, and the right of patronage belonging to the founders, their Catholic successors in the Kutcze estate, and the Rohatyn magistrate.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Tarnowski performs the erection, endowment, and legal approval of the provostry at the Chapel of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Domagaliczowska) at the Lviv Cathedral, consolidating foundations and monetary legacies for a total amount of 10,200 Polish zlotys. The document defines the mass obligations of the provost and two priests, the distribution of income from rents, and establishes an alternating right of patronage between the archbishop and the Lviv magistrate.

Samuel reminds the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, of his verbal consent for a several-week stay at his palace in Warsaw. He requests a written order for the residence manager to provide him with suitable accommodation.

Samuel Metzner informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski that while traveling to France with letters, including those to the Prince of Conti, he was arrested on the territory of the new king. He asks the Voivode of Volhynia to intercede with the monarch and obtain an order for his release, which would allow him to return to Poland.

Lviv Archbishop Jan Tarnowski confirms and approves the foundation of Jan Sobieski secured on the Błudów estates, establishing a convent and hospital of the Brothers Hospitaller at the Church of St. Lawrence in Lviv. The document incorporates the church into the monks' endowment and regulates issues of ecclesiastical immunity and the inviolability of the local parish's rights.

Voivode of Podolia Mikołaj Mielecki intervenes with the authorities of Lviv regarding the Lower Cossacks who started a brawl in an inn with the servants of a Turkish envoy (Chaush). He requests lenient treatment for the prisoners, citing their merits and the mission entrusted to them by the King.

The Voivode of Podolia, Mikołaj Mielecki, responds to a letter from the Lviv city councilors concerning the resolution of a dispute with Mr. Sęp, praising the intention to settle the matter in the presence of the starosta. However, he points out that the deadline set for Wednesday is too short due to the starosta's other duties and his own, while also advising the councilors to adopt a conciliatory attitude.

Mikołaj Mielecki informs the Lviv city councilors about a conversation with the Lviv Sub-steward Sęp, who accuses the city authorities of raiding his estates and impoverishing his subjects, and announces his intention to seek other ways of obtaining justice. The Voivode of Podolia notes that he does not know the details of the dispute and commends himself to the addressees' friendship.

The Voivode of Podolia, Mikołaj Mielecki, urges the councilors of the city of Lviv to reach a settlement and set an amicable date in the dispute with Mr. Sęp. He asks the city authorities for a written response as to whether they are willing to take such steps without prejudice to the city.

King Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms to the Dominican convent in Lviv the previous privilege of Sigismund III Vasa regarding the acquisition of the land called Sykstowski from the doctor of medicine Erasmus Sykst. The document bears the signatures of the issuer and the notary, as well as a later note of entry into the Lviv city books from 1790.

Jakub Mieszkowski informs the mayor and councilors of Lviv about a raid by the men of the Dzieduszycki lords on Zubrza, the theft of cattle, and the beating of subjects. He requests that the victims be immediately sent to the castle court for a medical examination of their wounds and asks to investigate whether the opposing party has filed a protest at the castle.

King Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms the totality of rights, privileges, and liberties granted to the city of Lwów by his predecessors. In particular, he approves the coronation diploma of John II Casimir from 1649 and the privilege equating Lwów in rights with Kraków and Vilnius.

King Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms to Jan Felicjan Kulikowski and his successors the rights, privileges, decrees, and boundaries concerning the estate of the village of Skniłówek near Lviv, transuming previous grants by Polish monarchs.

Mikołaj Michalewicz informs Jan Aknif about the dispatch of one thousand thalers and requests their collection. He also announces a final settlement of the remaining sum during the upcoming fair in Jarosław.

Pope Clement X informs the faithful of the city and archdiocese of Lviv of the transfer of Albert, Bishop of Kamianets, to the office of Archbishop of Lviv, vacant following the death of Archbishop Jan. He commands the faithful to receive their new shepherd with due respect and to be obedient to his instructions.

A document by King Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki resolving disputes and riots between the Christian inhabitants and the Jewish community of both synagogues in Lwów. It establishes, among other things, an oath of purgation to be taken before appointed royal commissioners in connection with recent riots and the escape of prisoners.

Krzysztof Minasowicz informs Arthur Forbes that his nephew has been sent with the due one thousand zlotys and the debt of Dawid Krauze to the fair in Toruń. He apologizes for missing the payment deadline in Gdańsk due to the lack of a secure opportunity and thanks him for his patience.

King Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms the ordinance of the juror court college of the city of Lwów, originally enacted in 1618 and approved by John II Casimir in 1658. This act sanctions the internal statutes, liturgical duties, and customs of the Lwów jurors of Magdeburg law.

Maciej Mirowski appeals to Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for financial support and the payment of outstanding dues for many years of service and expenses incurred for a gardener. He also reports issues with Mr. Tetili and intercedes on behalf of a long-unpaid employee working with carriages.

King Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms and transumes the privilege of John II Casimir from 1650 and Władysław IV from 1633, which approved the guild statute granted in 1627 by the city council of Lwów to the combined crafts of maltsters, brewers, and mead-makers.