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Fabian Sywertz informs Arthur Forbes about difficulties in paying out 600 florins due to unfavorable exchange rates for ducats and thalers from Mr. Wrszewaty and Mehrle. He requests that the recipient instruct his brother to execute this payment in a specific currency for a commission.

Fabian Zübert informs Arthour Forbes about the difficulties in collecting the sum of 600 zlotys and about disputes regarding settlements and assignments involving the addressee's cousin. He reports on the course of negotiations concerning the payment of dues in thalers and the issue of charged commissions.

Wojciech Zimnicki explains to his wife that, at the request of the Lviv city councilors, he must remain in Warsaw after the Sejm to finalize municipal matters. He also provides instructions regarding the management of their garden, recommending an increase in the lease fee or cultivating the land personally for household needs.

Bartłomiej Zimorowicz informs Marcin Haider about drafting a privilege incorporating his suburban brewery into the city's brewery system, which will protect the investment from opposition by the commoners. He also mentions the costs of Tomanowicz's mediation and the fruitless deliberations of the Sejm in Warsaw.

Alexander Sommer sends Arthur Forbes the sum of 30 florins via a courier to repay a loan, apologizing for the delay. He expresses deep gratitude for the help received in his time of need and declares his lifelong readiness to serve.

Alexander Sommer inquires about news regarding Mr. Cusing's return to Krakow and the matter of purchasing harnesses and lending horses to Robert Forbes. He also declares his intention to travel to Jarosław to assist the wagoners and sends greetings to the household.

Petter Sommerwell refers to previous discussions in Kraków and asks Arthur Forbes for information regarding the actions of Robert Forbes and for his written intercession with Albert Moller to prevent further financial losses. He also requests discretion and that the reply be sent to his wife due to his possible absence.

Petter Sommerwelle proposes to the merchant Arthur Forbes to settle a debt by delivering 200 pieces of plain taffeta to be collected in Lublin by Michael Hertmicor. He requests an amicable resolution of the dispute, the return of the debt note, and that the entire transaction be kept confidential.

Petter Sommerwelle reiterates his request to the merchant Arthur Forbes for information regarding the sums collected by Robert Forbes under the power of attorney granted in Kraków. He requests the payment of 200 florins in Lwów and the transfer of the remaining funds to his wife for the maintenance of the family.

Petter Sommerwelle appeals to Arthur Forbes for an amicable resolution of a financial dispute and proposes the settlement of his debt with 200 pieces of taffeta. He points out the dishonest actions of the plenipotentiaries and asks for leniency instead of further increasing his losses.

Wacław Kostka Zubczewski reports to Hetman Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski on the planned reconciliation between the rokosz rebels and the King, as well as troop movements and the defeat of Ogiński in Lithuania. He also informs about the proceedings of the Crown Tribunal in Lublin and the holiday break in the deputies' sessions.

Jan Traszko addresses Lviv councilor Jędrzej Wachlowicz with a request for intervention and assistance in recovering outstanding money from the Starosta of Łomża. He assures him of his lifelong gratitude and readiness to compensate for any efforts made in this matter.

Walenty Kajerski informs a Lviv councilor about city affairs being heard in Radom, including the issue of harmful propinations and the absence of the Lviv chamberlain. He assures the recipient of his vigilance regarding Lviv's interests, mentions sending letters to Kraków, and declares his continued readiness to carry out instructions.

Eleonora Kazanowska informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the transfer of money via the Jew Moszko and assures him of her full trust and readiness to support her relative. She also requests a payment order for outstanding peasant debts in order to purchase sacramental wine and food for sick nuns.

The Vogt of Janów, Daniel Antoni Kamieński, informs the authorities of Lwów that he is sheltering a runaway boy, the son of the former president Chwedor Hański Szczerpka. He requests information regarding the fate of the child's parents following the plague and asks for legal and financial protection to be provided for the minor.

Thomas Cuming inquires Arthur Forbes about the ordered bales of Wrocław packing cloth and justifies the delay in returning money by the prolonged sale of goods. He also asks him to deliver a letter to Mr. Maitland and collect 1000 florins from him on his account.

Thomas Cuming sends Arthur Forbes correspondence with Captain Alexander Barclay, requesting him to forward his reply. He also asks for assistance for a certain widow in securing the payment due to her from the captain.

Thomas Cuming informs Arthur Forbess about handing over one hundred florins to his servant for the payment of eight wagons. He apologizes for the difficulties and asks for patience, explaining the trade stagnation and lack of profits from wine sales.

Thomas Cumming announces a visit to Arthur Forbes to settle a loan as previously promised. He also requests to exchange taffeta purchased in Lviv for other goods due to an unfortunate accident.

Jean Kamocki informs Jan Jabłonowski about the current war situation in Europe, including the expected capitulation of Savoy, operations in Flanders, and naval maneuvers. In a postscript, he requests assistance in settling a debt incurred in Paris by Count Leszczyński, for whom he stood as a guarantor.

The writer explains that a mandate from the Most Illustrious Lord of Kraków required him to travel to Brody. He regrets that he cannot serve the recipients at the appointed commission; he mentions poor health and hetman’s orders as obstacles. Dated Brody, 26 April 1723.

Doctor Marcin Kampian informs Wojciech Zimnicki about sending juice and beverages for the Bishop of Przemyśl and other dignitaries by wagon to the Tribunal, urging the prompt delivery of correspondence from the Archbishop. He also conveys news from Lviv about peace from the Tatars and the movements of the Cupbearer leaving Ukraine.

Alcide Cattini petitions Chancellor Jan Małachowski to order the Lviv magistrate to repay a debt of 330 red zlotys, plus interest, from the estate of the late valet Estra. The author of the memorial emphasizes that his claim predates the debtor's marriage and should take precedence over the bequest made to the widow.

King Stephen Báthory performs a transumpt and confirmation of sixteen decrees from 1578 issued in disputes between the council and the commonalty of Lwów and the Lwów Starosta, Mikołaj Herburt of Fulsztyn. The document resolves, among other things, issues of the election of councilors, municipal and castle jurisdiction, keys to the gates, billeting, tax obligations, and the use of mills.

S. Kwilecki informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, that a letter sent via a valet did not reach him, while declaring full readiness for further service. He also promises to clarify the course of the matter in question and sends regards to the recipient's wife.

Gottlieb Kerner informs Daniel Winiarski that the Voivode has still not collected the money deposited in Lwów and asks him to appoint someone to collect it, fearing a fire or an unforeseen accident. He also asks about the demand for cash in Lwów or Jarosław for Michaelmas, expecting an urgent reply.

King Stefan Batory approves the statutes of the carpenters' guild in Lviv, originally granted in 1562 by the city council, comprising twenty-three articles regulating the organization of the craft, apprenticeship, and the rights of masters and journeymen. Simultaneously, the monarch grants the Lviv carpenters' guild the same rights as the Krakow guild and prohibits 'partacze' (unauthorized craftsmen) and non-guild artisans from practicing the craft and selling their products within the city and its surroundings.

Samuel Benedict Kessler invites Arthur Forbes to his wedding with Elisabeth, daughter of the Gdańsk merchant Robert Lauendel, which is to take place on February 15, 1686, in Gdańsk. He asks the recipient to honor the ceremony with his presence, pray for the newlyweds, and attend the wedding reception.

Johann Jacob Kessel asks Arthur Forbes for assistance in collecting outstanding money from Mr. Wilczek no later than the Michaelmas fair. He also confidentially requests an opinion on the debtor's solvency and the safety of future credit transactions.

A partially illegible letter with the salutation 'Most Illustrious and Gracious Sir'. The cover indicates the Most Illustrious Lord, Voivode of Podlaskie. A note in the upper right corner may contain the date 18 […] 1696, but the reading is uncertain, therefore the date remains undetermined.

The President of Lviv, Kazimierz Kirkor, rebukes the councilors for their absence at a meeting and warns of the threat of seizure of the municipal Zubrza estates due to a lack of funds to repay a debt to the commandant. He also requests urgent instructions and the allocation of funds for the upcoming border commissions with Mr. Brzuchowski and the Hołosko commission.

Lviv councilors exchange remarks on the urgent need to convene a general city council meeting in the face of a sudden threat and the presence of the military. They discuss the necessity of postponing talks or deliberating despite the ongoing holiday.

Kazimierz Kirkor informs the Lviv authorities about the successful conclusion of a court case in Radom and the confirmation of last year's decree. He also reports taking out a loan secured by a monstrance to cover chancery fees and his subsequent journey to Warsaw.

Address of the letter sent by Ferdynand Kicki to the president, mayors, and councilors of the city of Lviv.

The Voivode of Kiev, Adam Kisiel, detained by illness in Niskienice, sends the Crown Instigator a parliamentary report along with documents certifying his loyalty and services to the Commonwealth. He requests advice on presenting them to the deputies and asks for the defense of his good name against unjust accusations and harmful rumors.

Archbishop of Lwów Jan Dymitr Solikowski, together with the cathedral chapter, establishes and re-founds the office of the reeve in the town of Dunajów, entrusting it to the nobleman Marcin Żabka and his successors. The document grants the reeve jurisdiction under Magdeburg law and an endowment including two hides of land with meadows, a plot for a reeve's manor, the third penny from judicial fines, and the right to brew beer and fish.

The Voivode of Sieradz, Aleksander Koniecpolski, intercedes with the authorities of the city of Lviv on behalf of his servant, Mr. Laskiewicz, who is involved in a lawsuit over land due to him by right of inheritance. He requests that the addressees grant the petition and issue a swift verdict awarding the disputed property to the rightful heir.

Castellan of Kraków Stanisław Koniecpolski recommends Peter Role, who is moving to Lwów, to the city authorities. He asks the magistrate to kindly accept him into the circle of citizens and grant him city rights.

Stanisław Korytko asks Voivode Jan Jabłonowski for support with the Prince in the dispute over the Baraniń land. He declares his readiness to appear at the demarcation in Sutkowice and his complete submission to the Voivode's verdict.

Grand Chancellor of the Crown Stefan Koryciński informs the Lviv magistrate about the dispatch of infantry to the city under the command of the Starosta of Lviv and the exemption of the townspeople from the burden of their maintenance. He also addresses the issue of securing the sum of seven thousand zlotys from municipal revenues.

Tadeusz Kościuszko appeals to the Uniate clergy to encourage the common people to support the insurrection and fight against Muscovite tyranny. In exchange for unity in the struggle for the freedom of the Fatherland, he declares on behalf of the nation the equalization of rights and the improvement of the lot of the Greek rite priests.

Jan Krajewski informs the authorities of Lwów about the failure of the planned settlement and advises them to appeal directly to the Chancellor, reporting the breach of agreements. He also suggests that the Magistrate should seek to have Krajewski officially entrusted with the mission of representing the city's interests before the Court.

The Crown Deputy Chancellor Szczęsny Kryski asks the Lviv authorities to order the tailors' guild to accept Iwanek Turkowic and to allow his father-in-law to work in peace. In return for showing favor to the poor craftsmen, the author of the letter promises the councilors his gratitude and services.

M. Kroc informs Maciej Hajder about his conversation with the Chancellor, the beginning of the Sejm proceedings, and disputes among the deputies. He also reports on the ongoing legal case of the Field Hetman of Lithuania, Janusz Radziwiłł, and his influential connections.

M. Kudlicz informs Arthur Forbes about a temporary delay in the installment payment due to a trade standstill, assuring him that the cloth remains intact. He refers the addressee to Messrs. Neitzer and Majdeszewicz for detailed information on the matter.

M. Kudlicz informs Arthur Forbes about his decision not to travel to Jarosław due to a lack of business prospects and the postponement of an installment payment, while assuring him that the cloth remains safe. He also advises the recipient to consult with Mr. Neitzer and Mr. Majdeszewicz in Lwów regarding the goods.

Andrzej Kupiński requests the regent of the Lwów commune to convene a meeting to report on the Kleszczów negotiations and to dispatch a delegate to the economic sejmik in Wisznia. A handwritten postscript confirms the payment of 20 zlotys to the envoy heading to the deliberating sejmik.

Fr. Andrzej Kuropatnicki appeals to the President of Lwów to settle the payment for the reconstruction of the parish tenement house following the city fire. He proposes to satisfy his claims partly in cash and partly through the granting of adjacent municipal lands.

Samuel Kuszewicz officially appeals to the councillors and the city office of Lwów to prudently defend the public good and repel pressures threatening the country. He mentions the danger of correspondence being intercepted, the results of the military envoys' briefing, and expresses hope for a swift return to Lwów.

Stanisław Kussewicz expresses deep indignation over slanders spread against him regarding alleged past criminal sentences in Warsaw and Toruń. He informs about taking steps to obtain relevant documents, clear his good name, and announces a personal meeting.