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Marcin Anczewski reports from the parliamentary session in Warsaw about the prolonged royal proceedings and asks Maciej Hayder to look after his ailing wife and oversee the harvest in the village. He also informs about settling the matter with Mr. Kapłan and advises against reaching a settlement with Strzembiński.

The author reports his safe arrival in Warsaw despite dangers and the delivery of a gift to the Queen. He asks for the letter to be retrieved after being read by his colleagues and kept until his arrival, so it does not fall into the wrong hands; he included confidential remarks in it.

Marcin Anczewski reports on protracted municipal affairs in Warsaw, disputes with Armenians, and a loan taken to cover the costs of the mission. He asks councilor Maciej Heyder to oversee his Lviv estate and harvest, and to send a horse to Jarosław.

Marcin Anczewski asks councilor Maciej Hayder to purchase a suitable tabin and cement, as well as to secure his grain and refrain from selling velvet. He also conveys current news from Lwów about the Chancellor's visit and the progress of local official disputes.

Marcin Anczewski justifies his absence from Lwów due to the necessity of remaining with the King during the Ukrainian campaign. He provides the councilors with instructions regarding municipal financial settlements, the payment of chancery fees, and his replacement in the office of mayor.

Marcin Anczewski reproaches the Lviv councilors for their lack of gratitude and failure to pay the sums due to him for the efforts and expenses incurred for the good of the city. He informs them that he has filed a lawsuit against the magistrate and the commoners in the royal court and urges them to settle the debt amicably before the hearing date.

Marcin Anczewski reports from Warsaw on his efforts to secure an audience regarding a dispute with the Armenians, complaining about the exorbitant cost of living and the impatience of his traveling companions who wish to return home. He also asks the recipient to urgently raise funds to repay a loan in order to save the delegation's credibility.

Marcin Anczewski requests Lviv councilor Maciej Hayder to urgently locate and send forgotten municipal documents, including the red town hall book and summonses in the Campian case. He emphasizes that the absence of these papers prevents the further conduct of the city's public affairs.

Arnaud informs the Voivode of Volhynia about a conversation with Queen Marie Casimire concerning grievances against the suffragan and the absence of the extensive letter supposedly sent to the monarch. He also reports on the Queen's health, troubling news from Lviv, and the princes' journey from Paris.

Armand expresses gratitude for the letter and kindness received. The Queen, after discussing the marriage of Mr. Staniroffski [?] with him, wrote to Mrs. Kazmirienska [?] to assist him. The author reports unfavorable news from Ruthenia and Lithuania regarding the Queen's estates and cites letters from Paris about the warm reception of the princes by governors along their travel route. He conveys the Queen's greetings, discusses correspondence with Prince Alexander, and assures his services to the recipient's daughter.

Arnauld assures Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of the unwavering kindness of Queen Marie Casimire, who promised to grant him her townhouse in Lviv. He also mentions the court's anxiety regarding the planned trip to Ruthenia due to the Tatar threat.

Armand informs the Voivode of Volhynia that he has notified Queen Marie Casimire of his intention to honor the memory of the late John III, which the monarch received with gratitude. He also mentions the very kind and honorable reception of the Princes by the French monarch and the Duke of Orléans.

Armand reports to the Voivode of Volhynia on his conversation with Queen Marie Casimire and the reading of Jabłonowski's letter to her. He assures the addressee that the monarch does not blame him for the misunderstanding regarding his servant's secret mission and continues to fully appreciate his loyalty and devotion.

Arnaud informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about his plan to report the contents of his letter to the Queen and about the careful dispatch of correspondence to Paris and to the Grand Chancellor's wife. In the attached note, he confirms that he has already reported to the Queen while she was writing to the Castellan of Kraków.

Arnaud assures the Voivode of Volhynia that he has conveyed his assurances of loyalty and devotion to Queen Marie Casimire. He also informs him about the progress of the monarch's journey to Ruthenia and her planned stop for prayer in Czerwińsk.

Armand informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the state of health of Queen Marie Casimire, Prince Jakub, and the Cardinal. He also conveys news about the princes' stay in Paris and the Queen's potential trip to Ruthenia.

Arnaud informs the Voivode of Volhynia about another conversation with Queen Marie Casimire, who gave him only an evasive answer regarding the recommended matter. He suggests that Jabłonowski send a direct letter to the monarch, which would allow for a faster and more decisive resolution.

Arnaud informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the delivery of his letter to Queen Marie Casimire Louise de La Grange d'Arquien and his intercession regarding the request for a land grant. The monarch replied that she would consider the matter and issue appropriate instructions.

Armand informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of Queen Marie Casimire's delight with the work he sent and her order to have copies made. He also reports on the court's imminent departure from Warsaw to Ruthenia, expressing his joy at the prospect of meeting the Voivode in person.

Arnaud informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the delivery of his letter to Queen Marie Casimire and explains the reasons for the delay in receiving a response due to the monarch's stay with the Carmelites. He also reports on the Queen's planned departure for Prussia immediately after Easter and the ongoing preparations for the voyage.

Armand received the letter just before the mail departed. He assures the recipient of the Queen's friendship for him and his wife, but explains that her affairs and her planned departure for Lwów in a few days make it difficult to fulfill all requests. He renews the assurance of his services.

Armand sends to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, the received reply to a letter addressed to Prince Alexander Sobieski. Additionally, he conveys expressions of remembrance and goodwill from Queen Marie Casimire.

Armand informs the Voivode of Volhynia that he has read his letter to the Queen, who expressed great appreciation for Jabłonowski's loyalty to her house and condemned the actions of the hostile minister. The author also mentions the anticipation of the commission's negotiation results and sends wishes for a speedy recovery.

Arnaud conveys to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski the gratitude of Queen Marie Casimire for his writing and for bringing the Potocki family to the court's side. He also informs about the monarch's health, who is suffering from side pain, and asks the addressee to date his letters.

The author reported to the Queen on the addressee's letter of December 26 and his losses in his estates. Mention is made of over a hundred people described uncertainly as peasants and a cost of twenty thousand livres; the name and details of the damage are uncertain. The Queen expressed her sympathy. Armand extends New Year's wishes to the addressee and his wife.

Armand confidentially reports on the agreement between the Queen and her son Jakub after 10–12 days of negotiations. The Queen was to settle for a life interest in the late husband's estates; movables, jewels, and cash were to be divided equally between the brothers. He lists the mediators and the dates of the dietines on July 27 and the convocation on August 29, which point to the year 1696.

Pope Innocent VIII informs the inhabitants of the city and diocese of Lviv about the filling of the Lviv archbishopric by the elect Andrzej following the death of Archbishop Jan. He calls upon the faithful to recognize the new pastor, to honor him, and to show him obedience.

Jan Achenkif expresses his joy at Arthur Forbes's improved health, sends him letters, and inquires about the Greeks who arrived in Sambor. Finally, he mentions the lack of correspondence from Gdańsk and the planned marriage of Andris Turner to Miss Clark.

Jan Achenkif expresses concern upon hearing about Arthur Forbes's illness and wishes him a speedy recovery. He forwards letters and news from the post to the recipient.

Jan Achenkiph informs Arthur Forbes about waiting for news from Robert Tait regarding wagoners and sends letters as requested. He assures him of his goodwill and conveys greetings from his wife.

Jan Achenkif returns letters to Arthur Forbes and instructs him to purchase a stone of goods and to send receipts via a messenger. He also mentions arrangements with Mr. Zywiert and the debt of Mrs. Forbes.

Jan Achenkiff offers condolences to Arthur Forbes on the death of his niece and discusses current trade and accounting issues. He also asks the recipient's wife to settle a debt for shoes.

Jan Achenkif informs Arthur Forbes about his unsuccessful efforts to recover money owed by Mr. Bris and sends the response received from the debtor. He also mentions the departure of several merchants from Zamość and sends greetings from his wife.

Jan Achenhiff asks Arthur Forbes to send the money and the parcel of letters along with the goods to Mościska and to keep them safe until his arrival. He also reports on the presence of mutual acquaintances and a planned trip to Zamość.

Jan Achenkif informs Artur Forbes from Zamość about postponing his trip due to holidays and sending a messenger. He requests urgent news regarding preparations for the fair, the arrival of Greek merchants, and the safety of the city.

Jan Achenkiff provides Arthur Forbes with information about the journey of Aleksander Michałowicz, who is transporting significant sums of money from Wrocław to Lviv, expressing concerns for his safety. He also requests that Wrocław documents addressed to him be located and that his mail be directed to Jarosław instead of Lviv.

Jan Achenkif sends Arthur Forbes the forwarded letters and confirms the receipt of 30 zlotys from Mrs. Dickson, promising to deliver them to Jarosław. He also includes wishes for a safe journey and warm greetings from his family.

Jan Achenkif sends Arthur Forbes letters from contractors and discusses financial settlements in Gdańsk and with Krzysztof Minasowicz. He also expresses indignation at Mr. Pris's indiscretion regarding promised money.

Jan Achenkif sends Arthur Forbes written reports verifying earlier news about the fleet's activities and the struggle against the French at Namur. The author also expresses hope for good news with the upcoming mail.

Jan Achenkiff expresses his joy at Arthur Forbes' recovery from fever and praises his decision to cancel his trip to Krakow. He also forwards two letters and reports that there is no new correspondence at the post office.

Jan Achenkif expresses sympathy for Arthur Forbes's illness, forwards received letters, and informs him of the lack of correspondence from Gdańsk. He also conveys the latest war news concerning the fighting against the French and the Turks.

Jan Achenkiff informs Arthur Forbes about sending a chest worth 30 florins and asks him to pay the carter for its transport. He also explains that the shipment of the remaining items has been suspended until news is received from the recipient's brother.

Jan Achenkif informs Arthur Forbes about the purchase of expensive sables, a shipment of one thousand zlotys, and goods sent to Jarosław. He also clarifies the matter of 'duchty' (duties/taxes) and the weight of the cargo on the wagon, adding his wife's request for cloves.

Jan Achenkiff expresses his hope that resting after medical treatment will contribute to the improvement of Arthur Forbes's health. Along with correspondence from the post, he sends warm greetings from himself, his wife, and his daughter.

Jan Achenkif sends postal letters to Arthur Forbes and expresses regret over his absence at the beginning of the Rzeszów fair. He also informs him about the repayment of 144 and a half zlotys of debt by Mrs. Forbes and conveys greetings from his wife.

Jerzy Bałaban informs the Lviv city council about his intervention with the Voivode of Kraków concerning allegations regarding arrested Jews. He encourages the councilors to prepare for the investigative commission, which is intended to prove their innocence despite the Voivode's hostility and the accusations made by Mr. Tarnawski.

Jerzy Bałaban informs the Lviv City Councilors that the Voivode of Kraków will not arrive in Lviv for the funeral ceremonies due to poor health. He advises the recipients to proceed with all planned duties without delay despite this absence.

Jerzy Bałaban reports to the Lviv authorities on his efforts with the Hetman and Voivode of Kraków, Stanisław Rewera Potocki, to successfully resolve municipal matters and secure the signing of rescripts. He informs them of overcoming the Hetman's resistance, the departure of the city clerk with the documents, and declares his continued assistance to the city.

Jerzy Bałaban informs the Lviv councilors that the Voivode of Kraków is indignant because they have been conducting negotiations on an important matter via correspondence instead of in person. The author submits this observation for the consideration of the city authorities, reiterating his readiness for further service.

The author reports on a conversation with the younger Lévrier regarding the security of a bill of exchange and five rixdollars. The merchant requires guarantees and does not wish to withdraw from the agreement over a trivial amount.