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Bartsch reports on a project submitted to the Chancellor, the planned activities of the Commission of Good Order, and the need for a memorial to the King. He describes discussions regarding privileges, Catholics, and dissidents, as well as the proposed condition of bearing municipal burdens for the admission of foreign merchants. He announces further consultations on law and jurisdiction, urges the second deputy to arrive, and requests funds for further work.

Baillie expresses gratitude for a promise and jokingly refers to Forbes's abstinence from alcohol. He assures him of his own steadfastness toward King K.W. and warns against the French faction, whose influence in Poland he considers significant.

Baillie delivered Forbes's letter to Hiltzner. The debtor declared a lack of cash, pointed to previous payments of one thousand on the addressee's account, and promised further payment. The author anticipates difficulties in realizing the bill of exchange in Lublin.

Baillie describes a long journey and matters detaining his companions in Lublin and Warsaw. He intends to toast Forbes's health with a glass of wine. He does not expect a quick payment from Thomson, who is waiting for a person associated with Bydgoszcz.

Baillie reports on his contacts with Hiltzner, Thomson, and Burnett, and his expectation of payment. He intends to pursue the money in Gdańsk. He describes a troublesome stomach pain and being hosted by a friend who served good Hungarian wine.

Baillie reports on his arrival in Rzeszów and the poor market. He complains about the lack of income, the absence of acquaintances from Transylvania and Wallachia, and the lack of payments from Podolia and Ukraine. He describes a flood that reportedly destroyed the imperial camp and supplies.

King Alexander Jagiellon orders Ruthenian and Podolian officials, including the Starosta of Lwów, to assist the burghers of Lwów in enforcing the staple right by arresting merchants bypassing Lwów and confiscating their goods for the royal treasury.

Gottfried Becker informs Arthur Forbes about receiving a small sum of money from Mrs. Wenton and leaving it with his brother while awaiting further instructions. He explains the reasons for not sending the cash to Lviv and expresses hope for a meeting during the fair in Jarosław.

The sender replies to Forbes regarding notes, a shipment, and money, requests a refund from an account, and commissions the purchase of flax and other goods. He suggests settling the debt through Dominik in Gdańsk.

Becke sends Forbes a royal proclamation concerning Scotland. He informs him about another text announced in England, of which he has not yet received a copy, and considers it milder. He mentions a previous letter regarding a change concerning Wonoski[?], reminds him about the purchase of his shipment, and asks him to show the proclamation to Charles Pain.

Becker discusses the success of Forbes' trade as well as wine and court matters. He conveys Daniel Stuart's request for a letter to Forbes regarding a London debt and warns against further indebtedness. He mentions the purchase or shipment of goods from Hamburg, a receipt, and the need for letters for transport opportunities.

Jan Frideryk Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the misunderstandings related to the mission of his servant Anton and contacts with Turkish merchants. He clarifies the issue of endorsing and executing a bill of exchange for 150 oxen with the possibility of payment in Świdnica or Gdańsk.

Johann Friedrich Becker thanks Artur Forbes for the dogs sent, discusses financial settlements, the correction of a debt document, and the matter of support for Daniel Zytkower. He also requests information regarding prices and the possibility of ordering and transporting Gdańsk goods and wine to Jarosław and Stanisławów.

Jan F. Beker informs Arthur Forbes about issues concerning the ox trade, the status of a bill of exchange for Teodor Czernowicz, and the collection of debts from the late Jurik, Daniel, and other debtors. He also conveys thanks for the news received and comments on reports regarding the battles between Imperial troops and the Turks, as well as the plans of the Polish King.

Jan Fryderyk Beker informs Arthur Forbes about his state of health, financial matters, and the ox trade, and intercedes on behalf of a merchant requesting cloth for the Jarosław fair. He also recommends Mr. Zygmunt Gutryt to finalize a cattle purchase transaction.

Jan Fryderyk Beker informs Arthur Forbes about financial settlements, the wintering of oxen, and false reports regarding enemy movements near the border. In a postscript, he commends Mr. Zelmar to the addressee, requesting that he be granted credit and vouching for him.

Johann Friedrich Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the delays in settlements and assures him of a prompt payment, citing difficulties in obtaining cash. He also informs him about the delivery of Oels cloth, the absence of Lorer, and ongoing negotiations regarding disputed financial claims.

King Alexander Jagiellon, at the request of the councilors and burghers of Lviv, abolishes the annual fair held on the feast of Saint Agnes. The decision was motivated by the devastation of the Ruthenian lands due to enemy invasions and the fact that merchant gatherings at that time brought the city more harm and danger than benefit.

Andreas Bell reports from Jarosław on arrangements with the landlord concerning the preparation and remodeling of lodging for Forbes, as well as difficulties in reaching an agreement on costs. He also provides information on financial matters, news from acquaintances, and the departure of a group of Scots to Radzięcin for communion.

Robert Bell reports from Lviv about the resistance of the Jarosław magistrate to recognizing the Queen's privilege and their attempts to undermine it at the royal court. He asks Forbes to intervene with the starosta and announces that he will remain on-site to observe further developments.

Robert Bell requests Arthur Forbes to maintain the arrest on disputed goods in Leipzig and to withhold their release to Mr. West until his personal arrival at the end of the month. He emphasizes his financial claims and announces an imminent meeting.

Belli previously refused to accept a bill of exchange from the Gdańsk merchant Rosenrot due to a lack of cash during urgent market business. Now, he is attempting to raise the sum from local and foreign merchants and declares his acceptance and future payment. The postscript concerns a difference/loss on thalers in Gdańsk and a lack of profit, but the exact request is unclear.

King Alexander Jagiellon orders that for a period of two years, foreign merchants shall not purchase goods in Lviv from other visiting traders before the local burghers. Violation of this prohibition results in the confiscation of goods, which are to be allocated for the construction and repair of city fortifications.

King Alexander Jagiellon exempts the citizens and inhabitants of Lwów from all customs, transport, bridge, and causeway fees throughout the Kingdom of Poland, equating their rights with those of the citizens of Kraków. The privilege was granted in recognition of the Lwów citizens' dedication to constructing urban defensive fortifications protecting the country against invasions.

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.

King Alexander Jagiellon grants the mayor, council, and the city of Lviv the right to collect a perpetual bridge toll of one Polish groschen from every loaded wagon entering the city. The townspeople are obliged to spend the entire income obtained on the repair of surrounding public roads and city fortifications.

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.

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.

King Sigismund I resolves a dispute between the lessees of the Sniatyn customs and the Lviv city council, confirming documents from 1444 by Jan of Czyżów and Michał Mużyło of Buczacz, which abolished unlawful customs duties in Kolomyia and established fair customs rates in Sniatyn.

King Sigismund I settles a dispute between the heir of Zboiska, Piotr Hodnowski, and the authorities of Lviv, permitting the collection of the 'grobelne' toll exclusively from merchants, provided that the causeway and road are properly maintained. At the same time, he exempts empty wagons and peasants transporting agricultural produce and raw materials for their own household use from the fee.

King Sigismund I the Old confirms the privilege of King Casimir IV Jagiellon from 1472, which established two annual fairs in Lwów for the feasts of the Holy Trinity and St. Agnes. The document regulates detailed trade rights, the staple right, customs duties, grazing of merchant cattle, and judicial jurisdiction over merchants.

King Sigismund I orders royal officials to assist representatives of Lwów in confiscating goods and detaining merchants who bypass the Lwów staple. He warns officials that any losses resulting from their lack of cooperation will be recovered from their own estates.

Commissioners of King Sigismund I resolve the dispute between Lviv butchers and the nobility and townspeople, allowing free meat trade in Lviv every Saturday. Rules were established for collecting the market fee, known as 'sochaczne', stored in a chest with three keys, a portion of which was allocated to assist the butchers in paying the royal rent.

Boyd confirms to Arthur Forbes the agreement on the price of cloth and discusses the issue of deducting customs duties in Widerzstoff, pointing out the need for caution in the absence of Jacob Beselie. He also raises the matter of employing the son of John Law.

Boyd confirms receipt of a letter, mentions customs fees, goods, Jacob Bresli in Jarosław, and further instructions; significant middle sections were not read securely.

Felix Caspar Georg Bore informs Arthur Forbes about an order for lace to be delivered to Mr. Edtmüller for the St. Paul's fair. He also requests that Edtmüller be instructed to pay the amount due in full-value bill currency to avoid exchange rate losses.

Felix Caspar Georg Bore informs Arthur Forbes that the ordered goods were defectively manufactured by craftsmen and had to be returned. He assures that a new production has been commissioned and the finished assortment will be sent around Michaelmas.

Bochosowicz explains the delay due to an unsuccessful sale of honey at the fair and having to sell it on credit. He promises to pay Forbes and asks for support for his son in case of school expenses.

Jakub Bochosowicz asks the merchant Arthur Forbes to postpone the deadline for debt repayment due to trade problems caused by an enemy invasion. He also requests intercession with Forbes's father in Gdańsk on behalf of his son and asks for a potential transfer of money via a bill of exchange.

Hetman Jan Klemens Branicki appeals to the authorities of Lviv to intervene on behalf of the Oriental merchants, the Linchs. He demands the enforcement of the repayment of a sum of over three thousand red zlotys entrusted to the Lviv merchant Ignacy Greczyn.

Merchants William and John Browns thank Arthur Forbes for his mediation in finalizing the matter with Jaroszewski. They forward further letters to Jaroszewski and Rupniowski with a request for urgent delivery by a special messenger at their expense.

Johan Bruis informs Arthur Forbes about the successful delivery of letters to the Aikenhead gentlemen and their dispatch to Gdańsk by Jakub Thomson. The letter concludes with greetings from the recipient's child and sister-in-law.

Reinhold Bruß thanks Arthur Forbes for the sum of 50 florins and confirms its receipt. He also informs about withdrawing an additional 25 florins for the needs of his stepson's education in Kraków, requesting the settlement of these expenses.

Reinhold Bruß informs Arthur Forbes that he is unable to collect the money due this time and asks for justification and understanding. In conclusion, he sends the recipient wishes for a successful journey.

Reinhold Bruß addresses the issue of the weight of the shipped goods and thanks Arthur Forbes for paying 30 florins to Stanisław Gołębiowski in Kraków. To settle the debt, he sends a bill of exchange to be realized by Jan Rycze in Lublin.

Reinhold Bruß informs Artur Forbes about receiving a delayed letter from Kraków and about sending a hunting hanger sword with clothing accessories. He also expresses gratitude for the honors received and sends greetings from himself and his wife.

Reingold Bruß explains to Arthur Forbes the reasons for the delay in settling his debts and laments his difficult financial situation. He begs for patience and discretion so that his poverty is not revealed, promising payment immediately upon collecting his funds.