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Grand Treasurer of the Crown Hieronim Lubomirski renews his request to the Voivode of Volhynia to obtain an assignment for winter quarters for his arquebusier banner from the Castellan of Kraków. He explains this by the urgent need to recruit and equip soldiers before the onset of winter and the necessity of dispatching the captain as soon as possible.

Pope Urban VIII instructs the Cantor and Custos of Przemyśl to enforce a final second-instance judgment granting the Lviv Cathedral Chapter the administration and rights to the St. Lazarus Hospital in Lviv, in a dispute with the Lviv Dominicans. He orders them to set a final deadline for the opposing party to prove any potential appeal, and in its absence, to execute the ruling and assess legal costs.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski intercedes with the Lviv city authorities on behalf of his subject, Hrebinka Fajfer. He requests permission for him to continue operating his tavern at least until the announced commission and the Hetman's arrival in Lviv.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski expresses his indignation at the Lviv magistrate's disregard for his previous requests to halt legal proceedings against his servant, Szymon Hrebenko. He warns the city authorities that if this final request is rejected, he will use his influence to defend his subordinate and reciprocate the hostility shown.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for assigning quarters in the Barzy tenement house for the duration of the upcoming commission and mentions an agreement on this matter with the Crown Guard's wife. He also announces the arrival of the general quartermaster with a request for assistance in properly accommodating the Hetman's court.

Grand Crown Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski rejects the Lviv authorities' excuses regarding a lack of funds and orders the immediate payment of the money due to his assignee. He notes that the Voivode of Belz has also obligated the Jews of Lviv, who had previously claimed exemptions, to pay the tax.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for transferring part of the assigned sum for the maintenance of the Hungarian infantry. Due to the difficult situation of the city, he agrees to a deferral and requests that the remaining half of the payment be sent in four weeks.

Apostolic Palace Auditor Krzysztof Widman issues a decree in the dispute between the Lviv Cathedral Chapter and the Dominican Order regarding the administration of the property of St. Lazarus Hospital in Lviv. The act formally notifies the parties of the decision to lift the previous inhibition based on the appellate procedure.

The Abbot of Tyniec, Stanisław Józef Lubomirski, complains to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the violence and destruction caused in the monastic estates by the regiment of the Crown Treasurer. He asks the addressee for intercession and the removal of the troops from the abbey, citing the prohibition of the Apostolic Nunciature and the already paid hiberna tax.

The document orders the Lviv Dominicans and other regular orders to strictly observe the constitution of Pope Gregory XV of 1621 regarding the election of conservator judges. Due to the failure to properly elect conservators, it confirms the full jurisdiction of the Archbishop of Lviv and his official over the religious, forbidding them from evading the ordinary court under penalty of ecclesiastical and financial sanctions.

Jerzy Dominik Lubomirski asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to intercede in the matter of including a Wallachian banner in the military register and assigning it winter quarters. He assures him of his loyalty and invokes the traditional friendship between their families.

Jerzy Dominik Lubomirski asks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for intercession regarding the exemption of his estates from public burdens and subsidies. He also refers to current legal and property issues, including protests and the case of the starosta.

Pope Innocent X releases the Bishop of Wenden, Mikołaj Krosnowski, from any potential ecclesiastical penalties and censures in connection with his translation to the archiepiscopal see of Lwów. The act ensures the full canonical validity of the nomination and the related apostolic letters.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Herakliusz Lubomirski calls upon the authorities of Lwów to execute a verdict of the Marshal's Court in favor of Mr. Tołkacz. He orders the return of the seized property to the victim and demands that the merchants provide due compensation.

Pope Innocent X informs King Władysław IV of the translation of Mikołaj, Bishop of Wenden, to the Archbishopric of Lwów, left vacant after the death of Archbishop Stanisław. He urges the monarch to extend royal favor and protection to the new metropolitan and the Church of Lwów entrusted to him.

Ruthenian Voivode Stanisław Lubomirski expresses regret over the bloodshed and the insult to Lwów and the parish school by people who consider themselves above the law. He assures the municipal authorities of his support and promises to present their grievances to the nobility gathered at the Proszowice sejmik.

The Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Lubomirski, urges the authorities of Lwów to transfer the investigation files to the jurisdiction of the sub-voivode's office and to immediately release the victim from custody so that she may file charges against the perpetrator of the rape. He warns the councilors that if they continue to obstruct the trial and fail to provide a formal prosecutor, he will be forced to release the prisoner, who has been held for twenty weeks.

Ruthenian Voivode Stanisław Lubomirski informs the authorities of Lwów about a conversation with the city clerk and sends a universal and a letter to the starosta. He orders the councilors to prepare urgently and maintain full readiness.

The Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Lubomirski, sends the Cupbearer of Bracław, Zieliński, to the Mayor and Councilors of Lwów to discuss matters related to preparing the city's defense during a dangerous time. He urges the city authorities to reach an agreement with the envoy and carry out his recommendations for the sake of common security.

Ruthenian Voivode Stanisław Lubomirski advises the authorities of Lwów to refrain from the hasty construction of blockhouses until the arrival of the garrison, assuring that the fortifications will be built rapidly upon the arrival of his infantry. Instead, he orders the councilors to focus on gathering supplies of food, gunpowder, bullets, and tools for earthworks.

Ruthenian Voivode Stanisław Lubomirski sends the requested open letter addressed to the suburbanites to the mayor and city council of Lwów. He also announces his imminent arrival in Lwów to personally establish proper order. Meanwhile, he offers his goodwill to the recipients.

Pope Innocent X sends the metropolitan pallium to the newly appointed Archbishop of Lviv, Mikołaj Krosnowski. He mandates the Bishops of Poznań and Kamieniec to ceremonially bestow the insignia and receive the oath of fidelity to the Apostolic See from the Archbishop.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lwów for their sent greetings and assures them of his constant goodwill towards the city. He offers the recipients reciprocal wishes for health and all prosperity in the new year.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Lubomirski thanks the Lviv City Council for the congratulations sent on the occasion of the past Easter holidays. Reciprocating the gesture, he sends the city authorities wishes for prosperity and successful development.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Lubomirski thanks the Lviv city magistrate for the greetings sent on the occasion of the upcoming New Year. In response, he sends the Lviv councilors mutual wishes for prosperity and the realization of their plans.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for the New Year's greetings sent. In response, he conveys to the magistrate and the residents mutual wishes for prosperity and constant happiness.

Pope Innocent X instructs the bishops of Poznań and Kamieniec to deliver the pallium to the new Archbishop of Lwów, Mikołaj Krosnowski. He also orders them to receive the oath of fidelity to the Apostolic See from the metropolitan and to send the text of the oath to Rome.

Teodor Lubomirski apologizes to the Castellan of Kraków for not saying goodbye in person before leaving Warsaw and sends his respects via a messenger. He humbly requests continued favor and protection for himself and his banner, declaring his readiness to serve.

The document contains the text of the oath of fidelity of the Archbishop of Lviv, Mikołaj Krosnowski, to Pope Innocent X and the Apostolic See. It obliges the hierarch to defend the rights of the Roman Church, perform ad limina visits, and prohibits the alienation of the archbishopric's property without the Pope's consent.

Franciszek Lupis informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about his efforts in Paris to collect paintings from the painter de Troy. He explains that due to the artist's prolonged work and the freshness of the canvases, he could not take them personally, but expects them to be sent with a later transport.

The City Council of Lviv approves the agreement and ordinance concluded through council delegates between the masters and journeymen of the Lviv carpenters' guild, regulating, among other things, wages, working conditions, joint meetings, and the maintenance of the altar in the parish church.

Jan Lamprecht confirms to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski the receipt of correspondence from Prince Jakub Sobieski and the dispatch of letters from the Castellan of Kraków to Rome. He also explains the reasons for the previous delay in correspondence, caused by the departure of the Lviv post.

Jan Lamprecht notifies Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about sending his letter to Oława and promises to forward the reply promptly. He also informs about the postponement of a meeting at Cardinal Michał Radziejowski's and refers to the Starosta of Cherkasy for detailed news.

The document establishes the statutes of the Tailors' Guild in Lwów, regulating in detail the rules for the inn, contributions, working hours and hygiene, discipline, and the mutual aid fund for journeymen and apprentices. It confirms the original articles from 1491/1501 and their official renewal by the guild masters in 1646.

Lanckoroński informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the nobility's opposition to the Swedish war and the adoption of instructions to send envoys to the King of Sweden demanding his withdrawal from Courland. The letter also briefly mentions current personnel matters and the death of Joanna.

The Lviv City Council grants its colleague, councilor Andrzej Wachlowicz, a devastated apiary in the municipal village of Zubrza for fifteen years, along with the right to redeem mortgaged peasant lands. The document exempts the recipient from fees for six years in exchange for restoring the farm, ordering the payment of an annual rent of six zlotys thereafter.

Hetman Stanisław Lanckoroński informs the Lviv councilors about reprimanding Mr. Janicki and placing an arrest on his pay due to the grievances caused to the suburbanites. He also urges the city authorities to gather materials during the winter needed for the spring construction of the castle and Lviv fortifications.

Stanisław Lanckoroński informs the authorities of Lwów about the royal order to allocate ten thousand zlotys from the tap tax (czopowe) for the city's fortifications. He announces his imminent arrival, a consultation with officials, and his intention to order the leaseholder to pay this sum to the magistrate without delay.

Hetman Stanisław Lanckoroński announces his arrival in Lwów to consult on the urgent construction of the city's defensive fortifications. He orders the councilors to prepare materials, locate the plans approved by the King, and hire the engineer Delaqua.

The City Council of Lviv confirms the statute of the tailors' guild journeymen from 1491, translated from German into Polish, which regulates their organization, regular meetings, and contributions to the common chest.

Krzysztof Lanckoroński asks the Sub-judge of Chernihiv to grant relief to the town and waive the remaining debt of 70 zlotys owed by the local Jews. He justifies his request by the extreme oppression of the townspeople caused by burdensome military quartering.

King Władysław IV confirms the privilege of King Casimir Jagiellon from 1476, granting the Corpus Christi monastery of the Dominican fathers in Lviv the right to collect customs duties from merchant wagons in the village of Kościejów in the Lviv land.

Aleksander Madaliński thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for his intercession thus far and requests that he bring the case against Mr. Niklewicz, whose slanders deeply affect him, to a conclusion. He clears Mr. Przybysławski of the charge of incitement and expresses remorse for his own impulsive behavior, which was dictated by honor.

Aleksander Madaliński informs the Voivode of Volhynia about a severe illness suffered during his journey and the treatment undertaken in Gdańsk. Assuring him of his lifelong gratitude, he seeks the addressee's care and asks for his paternal protection.

King John II Casimir, at the coronation sejm, confirms to the Dominican convent at the Corpus Christi church in Lviv the privilege of King Władysław IV, which transumes earlier grants by Sigismund I, Casimir Jagiellon, Władysław Jagiełło, and Duke Władysław of Opole concerning landed estates, the monastery square, jurisdiction, and customs duties.

Teresa Madalińska, wife of the standard-bearer of Wieluń, informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, of the unexpected death of her husband. She asks the addressee and his wife to provide her with protection and to remember her in her bereavement.

King John II Casimir confirms the general rights, liberties, immunities, and grants of the city of Lwów, transuming the general privilege of King Władysław IV from 1633. The issuer of the document thus rewards the loyalty and dedication shown by the townspeople during the recent Cossack uprising and the Tatar invasion under the city walls.

Father J. Manasterski opposes the unlawful dispatching of municipal enforcement and the collection of rent from the tenement house belonging to the late General Bekierska. He calls upon the President of Lviv to cease usurping jurisdiction over his legally acquired property.

Lviv Canon Fr. J. Manasterski addresses the Councilors of the city of Lviv with a request not to impose rent on a poor tenant for a cellar belonging to the clergyman. Citing the magistrate's former benevolence toward the clergy, he declares gratitude and readiness to provide favors in return.

King John Casimir approves the privilege of his brother Władysław IV, which transumes the statute granted in 1621 by the municipal authorities of Lviv to the guild of maltsters, brewers, and mead-brewers. The document regulates the organization of the brotherhood, craft rules, disciplinary penalties, defense obligations toward the city, and the religious duties of the guild members.