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Stefan Urbanowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, on treasury matters and the turbulent course of the sejmik in Poznań. He reports on the protests of the rebels, the blocking of the reading of magnates' letters, and a thwarted saber attack on the Voivode of Poznań.

Stefan Urbanowski informs Voivode Jan Jabłonowski about financial issues, the receipt of assignments, and his brother's travels. He reports on preparations for the sejmik, military movements, political moods, and disputes with Protestants seeking new constitutions.

Michał Urbański informs the Lwów authorities about the successful resolution of entrusted tribunal matters and warns against lending money or goods to military personnel. He also addresses the issue of funds for the repair of suburban roads and walls, announcing his departure for a court session in Lutowiska.

The Zamość Magistrate, at the request of the Ordinary Bishop, addresses the authorities of Lwów with a request to determine the fate of Albert Witkowski, who left his wife Marianna Glinkiewiczówna seven years earlier. The Zamość authorities ask for an inquiry to be conducted among Lwów craftsmen and for information to be provided as to whether the wanted man is alive and residing in the city.

Stanisław Usman writes to the Mayor of Lviv requesting clarification regarding the silverware of the Zhovkva church, which was taken from the Lviv archive during the Turkish siege. He informs about the personal involvement of King John III Sobieski in recovering the valuables and asks for information to be gathered from the Lviv city councilors.

Bazyli Ustrzycki requests the Lviv Magistrate to refer the case of Mr. Krupiński against Dominikowa and her sons, as well as Father Stefan Wyszyński, to the court of first instance. He justifies this by the necessity of questioning local witnesses, whose transport to Lviv would involve a loss of time and great difficulties.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki informs Jan Jabłonowski about the failure of his efforts at the royal court in Kraków and thanks him for his patronage thus far. He asks the Voivode for patience and to refrain from suddenly revoking the lease in Łaszki, announcing a personal meeting during the assembly in Lwów.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki asks Jan Jabłonowski not to lease the property to anyone else before the announced commission, pointing out that a sudden loss of the lease would cause him severe financial damage. He declares his willingness to reach a personal agreement and continue managing the lease to the satisfaction of the Voivode.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki explains to the Voivode of Ruthenia that due to his absence, he was unaware of an attempt to station troops in Łaszki based on a hetman's assignment. He assures that he has immediately issued orders not to hinder the actions of the Voivode's official.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the arrival of soldiers in Łaszki for winter quarters and billeting, which places an excessive burden on the local community. Complaining about the lack of income caused by peasant uprisings, the author requests the payment of the promised compensation for winter crops.

Primate Jakub Uchański expresses his support for the Lviv burghers protesting against the kaptur courts imposed by the nobility and advises them to persist in their opposition. He also assures them that he has sent a letter to the Voivode of Ruthenia requesting the protection of municipal rights until a new monarch is elected.

Krzysztof Fabrytz informs Artur Forbes that the three pieces of linen entrusted to him are still in Warsaw due to a lack of wagoners. He declares that he will send the material to Jarosław at the first convenient opportunity as soon as he receives it.

Captain Faleński, on behalf of the confederated army, calls upon the Lwów councilors to personally arrive at the camp near Szczerec with the prepared funds instead of negotiating through intermediaries. He promises that once the payment is settled, he will immediately issue an ordinance ordering the soldiers to leave the occupied territories.

Ludwik Fantucci expresses his joy at Maciej Hayder's recovery from illness and sends him satin as a gift in gratitude for his hospitality in Lviv. He also informs him that no further steps are needed in their joint matter due to a statement from Mr. Zamoyski, and inquires about the progress regarding Mr. Sadomski.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about difficulties in collecting debts and hopes for prompt payments from Mr. Okresz and Jonel Lust following Captain Chambers' return from the sejmik. He also reports on the expected arrival of Mr. Roberts and mentions letters and copies of documents delivered by messengers.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about Mr. Robert's departure for a visitation and forwards letters received from Lviv and Sambir. He also conveys Mr. Jarsarski's request to send a parcel to Lviv as soon as possible.

Merchant account of Arthur Forbes from April 1687 in Lwów, summarizing his receivables and liabilities related to trade in wine, saffron, food, loans, and transport fees. The record contains a debt balance and an extract from previous transactions registered in Przemyśl and Lwów in 1686.

Johann Farquhar reports on trade transactions involving morocco leather and wax, as well as the organization of shipments to Wrocław and Gdańsk. He also informs about the growing conflict between the Kraków magistrate and the bishop against the Lutherans, who are threatened with expulsion from the city or the outbreak of a riot.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about bill of exchange settlements in Kraków, the sale of morocco leather, and the successful receipt of a shipment of goods from Leipzig. He also mentions interventions before the King on behalf of the imprisoned Mr. Nikolayev and conveys requests from the Swedish resident.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about the successful receipt of a cargo from a carter and difficult price negotiations with shoemakers purchasing morocco leather. He also reports on the commercial activities of competitors, correspondence from merchants, and royal decrees issued to the Krakow magistrate.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about Mr. Robert's departure for a church service and sends, in his stead, the enclosed letters and three newspapers for recipients in Jarosław and Lviv.

Katarzyna Felkerzambowa informs her brother, Jan Jabłonowski, about delivering his letter to Queen Marie Casimire and obtaining her intercession with the Lady of Kamieniec. Due to her weakened health, the monarch could not reply personally, but she sent her warm regards to the Voivode.

Jan Teodorowicz asks Arthur Forbes to urgently send to Cluj a debt certificate for the late Márton Lipi, certified by the Lviv magistrate and Greek merchants. The widow of the deceased refuses to acknowledge the obligation due to the lack of a preserved debt instrument.

Festenburg requests the Mayor of Lwów to temporarily admit the impoverished Kozłowska to an almshouse free of charge while she awaits a permanent vacancy. He explains that her current food and maintenance are being provided by Mr. Gutowski.

Rector of the Krakow Academy Stanisław Filipowicz informs the Lviv authorities about the disciplinary verdict issued against Father Małecki for disobedience, assuring them of the inviolability of municipal prerogatives. He also declares that he has entrusted temporary administration to Father Opejdowicz and expresses readiness to send a new person to replace the unaccepted Mr. Jankiewicz.

Elżbieta Firlejowa, née Radziwiłł, mourns the death of her husband, describing this loss as a tragedy affecting not only her but the entire society. She addresses the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, and his wife, requesting their presence at the funeral ceremonies in Lublin.

Aleksander Fiałkowski reports to Jan Jabłonowski on his efforts to win over and maintain the Chamberlain of Przemyśl for the interests of the Jabłonowski family, promising him, among other things, a horse from the Voivode of Kraków. He also mentions parliamentary matters and a financial assignment for Czarniecki.

Flemming, née Litolff von Edlersberg, asks the Lviv administrator for permission for Zofia Przeslewiczowa to visit regularly and potentially stay overnight during the absence of her husband, who is in Brody. The author vouches for the woman's impeccable conduct, citing her daughter's long-term service for a mutual acquaintance.

J. Flosierowicz thanks the magistrate and the community of the city of Lviv for an unexpected gift of fish and isinglass. He expresses his gratitude and declares his readiness to reciprocate at the nearest opportunity.

J. Flosierowicz confirms to the Lviv magistrate the receipt of a letter and money sent by the messenger Bęcdorf in the case against the Lviv suffragan, Father Głowiński. He assures his readiness to defend the honor of the city before the nunciature within the designated legal deadline.

J. Flosierowicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about sending a summons with an inhibition against the Lviv suffragan, who groundlessly accused the city of defamation. He also assures his readiness to continue defending the Magistrate's rights should the consistory take further steps.

J. Flosierowicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about sending an inhibition and receiving legal remedies from the Nunciature in the case against the Lviv Suffragan Bishop. He announces his intention to enter the records by the appointed deadline and requests a list of commissioners in case an on-site inquisition is necessary.

J. Flosierowicz sends a certified excerpt of a decree for the commission in the case against the Suffragan Bishop of Lviv and confirms payment of the chancery fee. He also assures his readiness to provide further legal assistance in this matter.

J. Flosierowicz accepts the power of attorney and salary from the Lviv Magistrate, reserving the right to request a salary increase if the number of cases exceeds six. He also announces that he will enter the case against the Lviv Jews into the Magdeburg register and will endeavor to have commissioners appointed or obtain a default judgment.

J. Flosierowicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about delivering a letter to the Grand Crown Chancellor and promises to oversee the court case against the Lviv Jews on the docket.

J. Flosierowicz advises the Lviv Magistrate against seeking a construction ban from the Nunciature against the Dominicans, fearing it might offend the Grand Crown Chancellor, who authorized the work pending a final verdict. He assures the city of future compensation, referring them to the syndic currently in Warsaw for details, due to uncertainty regarding the resumption of the Assessorial Courts.

J. Flosierowicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about difficulties in entering cases into the appropriate register of the Assessor's Court due to a lack of information regarding their subject matter. He announces that he will clarify the details directly with the city delegates upon their arrival in Warsaw and only then will he complete the formalities.

J. Flosierowicz informs the Lviv authorities about a new case from the register of prisoners, brought by the patrician Piotr Latyna. He also reports on the suspension of proceedings by paying fees from his own funds to prevent a default judgment against the city.

The author expresses gratitude for his annual salary and promises to seek the annulment of mandates issued in favor of Lviv Jews following the resumption of the assessor courts. He also commits to providing updates on the progress of the case.

The author thanks the President of Lviv for intervening regarding his overdue salary and declares his constant dedication to the city's interests. He also announces his intention to intervene at the Apostolic Nunciature to have the trial concerning the Kubiszewski and Paszkiewicz families quashed and referred back to the municipal jurisdiction.

The author confirms receipt of the city's manifesto against priests Wąsraszyński and Łubiszewski and announces an immediate reply to the opposing party's allegations, which had been delayed due to the opponent's illness. On this occasion, he also requests the payment of his outstanding two-year salary for diligently maintaining court registers.

Józef Flosierowicz informs the Lviv Magistrate of a favorable verdict from the Nunciature, which annulled the consistorial trial in the dispute with priests Watraszyński and Łubiszewski, thereby securing municipal jurisdiction. At the same time, the author reiterates his request for the payment of his salary, which has been in arrears for three years.

Józef Flosierowicz returns to the Lviv Magistrate documents concerning the case involving priests Łubiszewski and Watraszyński. He also informs about difficulties in cashing a payment order for 540 zlotys at Mr. Kurowski's, who is withholding payment until the matter is clarified with the issuer.

Józef Flosierowicz thanks the Lviv Magistrate for the payment of his due salary and informs them of a new case brought against the city at the Nunciature by the Lviv mansionaries concerning two stones of wax. He requests the records of the consistorial trial and powers of attorney, which are necessary to continue the defense in the appeal process following the obtained adjournment.

Józef Flosierowicz reassures the Lviv Magistrate that the case in the Assessor's Court will not take place in the near future due to other ongoing trials and the planned departure of the Deputy Chancellor. He also confirms the receipt of funds assigned to him from a Warsaw merchant and Mr. Czejczewicz.

Józef Flosierowicz informs the Lviv authorities about delivering a letter to the Crown Deputy Chancellor and the postponement of proceedings before the assessorial courts. He also reports difficulties in obtaining the signature of the Nunciature Auditor on a lawsuit concerning the provisors of the Holy Spirit and Saint Stanislaus hospitals, requesting further instructions.

Józef Flosierowicz requests the addressees to persuade Doctor Francki to return a sum from the inheritance of the Lviv merchant Józef Szynhoff, which has been withheld for years. He also encloses a letter from the Crown Deputy Chancellor supporting this matter, expecting a prompt reply.

Józef Flosierowicz instructs the Lviv authorities on how to halt the execution of the kaptur court decrees by Mrs. Mościcka through formal protection and inhibition. He also reports on the currently unsuccessful search for a candidate for the position of city secretary.

Record of the address of correspondence directed to the mayor, councilors, and the entire magistrate of the city of Lviv.

Józef Flosierowicz informs the authorities of Lwów about the delivery of letters to the Primate and the Voivode of Ruthenia, and about the lack of response from the Kaptur judges to the Primate's earlier letter. He also reports on the current work of the Treasury Commission in Warsaw and recommends sending a delegate after the coronation of the new king.