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Crown Treasurer Jan Jerzy Przebendowski announces the arrival of Treasury counter-registrar Lewingston in Lviv to discuss matters concerning public revenues. He requests the Magistrate to grant the envoy a prompt audience and to reach a favorable and decisive resolution.

J. [T.?] Przezdziecki thanks the Lviv magistracy for the advance payment of 30 red zlotys delivered by city delegates for representing the city's affairs. He also expresses hope for the prompt settlement of the remaining part of the promised remuneration.

Paweł Przeczkowski accepts the offered amount for travel expenses, but demands additional provision of fodder for about thirty horses and the payment of an advance for the officials. He announces that he will set the arrival date in consultation with the vice-starosta and asks for correspondence to be directed to the post office in Przemyśl.

Władysław Przyjemski explains to the Voivode of Volhynia that due to the turbulent and difficult course of the sejmik in Środa, he was unable to raise his matter. He declares his unwavering goodwill and advises sending a letter to the entire upcoming commission to successfully resolve the issue there.

Regent Remigian Piasecki sends a letter to the Lviv authorities addressed to the Lviv Brigittine nuns, acting on behalf of the Crown Referendary. In it, he recommends that the nuns reach a settlement with the city while upholding municipal rights.

Stanisław Piasecki informs Franciszek Głogowski about significant delays in the harvest and sowing due to the lack of promised laborers, and the inability to purchase honey because the tenant Chaim lacks funds. He also asks for reliable news regarding the threat of war, so that the harvested grain can be properly secured if necessary.

Hieronim Radziejowski informs the Mayor and Councilors of Lwów about his efforts to expedite the enforcement of an assignment for the repayment of funds borrowed by the city. He requests the Lwów authorities to immediately send an authorized representative to Łomża with an appropriate receipt in order to collect the due sum.

Hieronim Radziejowski expresses regret over the violation of his honor by the authorities of Lviv and announces his arrival in Lublin to settle financial matters. He requests the councilors to immediately send representatives with appropriate authorizations to conduct mediation.

Bishop of Warmia and Deputy Chancellor of the Crown, Michał Radziejowski, asks the authorities of Lviv to treat the shop of the merchant Bandinelli favorably after the end of the fair and not to subject him to the restrictions imposed on foreigners. In return for kindness toward the former resident of the city, the author of the letter declares his gratitude and support to the magistrate.

Karol Radziwiłł informs the Lviv magistrate of his inability to personally attend the election of the city president and designates Mr. Sobelski as the candidate appointed for this office. He also instructs the castle officials to officially announce this nomination during the election.

Lviv Starosta Karol Radziwiłł informs the Lviv City Council that he considers the election of the president invalid due to the violation of ancient customs and the prerogatives of the starosta's authority. He delegates the castle burgrave Falibowski to further oversee the matter.

Karol Radziwiłł informs the Lviv magistrate that he has sent a letter to the castle sub-prefect requesting the fair and exemplary punishment of the arrested troublemakers in accordance with ancient law and statutes. This intervention is intended to curb the spreading hooliganism and ensure the safety of the residents of Lviv.

Michał Kazimierz Radziwiłł thanks the city councilors of Lviv for the greetings sent on the occasion of the recent holidays. In response, he reciprocates with wishes for prosperity and health, declaring his constant favor and readiness to assist.

Michał Kazimierz Radziwiłł thanks the city authorities of Lviv for their remembrance and the annual congratulations sent. In response, the Hetman reciprocates the wishes for prosperity and assures the councilors of his constant goodwill.

Crown Vice-Procurator Aleksander Radziszewski informs the Mayor of Lviv, Jakub Józefowicz, about the claims made by the Lviv Dean regarding a suburban meadow. He presents the issue of the submitted testimonies, formal conditions concerning city boundaries, and the costs incurred.

The Bishop of Kiev, Bogusław Radoszewski, informs the authorities of Lwów about his efforts with the King to have the vacant Brotherhood Church filled by a Uniate clergyman. To this end, he sends Archimandrite Kasjan Sakowicz, appealing to the councilors to support a candidate favorable to the Church Union.

Wojciech Rakowski thanks the authorities of Lviv for their remembrance and declares his readiness to assist in their affairs. He further informs them that the Chancellor's position regarding the continuation of the commission will be made known to the Magistrate in a separate letter, while expressing hope for a swift and favorable resolution of all disputes, similar to the agreement reached in Gdańsk.

Wojciech Rakowski reciprocates the well-wishes of the Lwów authorities and reports on the dismissal of Jewish petitions in Końskie, thanks to the favorable stance of the Crown Cup-bearer towards the city. He simultaneously assures the magistrate of his constant readiness to support Lwów's affairs.

Wojciech Rakowski assures the authorities of Lviv that the Crown Chancellery will not issue any documents detrimental to the fair rulings of the Crown Cup-bearer. He also confirms receipt of the documents necessary to effectively refute the manifesto filed by the Jews.

Wawrzyniec Franciszek Rakowski responds to the addressee's command and readily undertakes the task of sending news from Warsaw. He attaches a report on current events to the letter.

Franciszek Rakowski reports to the President of Lviv on the progress of his mission in Polonne concerning the fulfillment of forage payment orders issued to the city by Colonel Shurak. Due to doubts regarding the authenticity of the signatures, the documents were referred to Field Marshal Golitsyn for a decision, which the author is currently awaiting.

György Rákóczi instructs his secretary to prepare a draft response to the Palatine's letter and suggests consulting with German officers. He also refers to reports concerning Michał Palka and orders discretion in the matters being handled.

Prince György Rákóczi II discusses current political and military relations with the Hospodar of Moldavia, the Tatar threat, and matters of embassies and court affairs. He also touches upon the plague in Moldavia and military movements in the region.

Maciej Kazimierz Regulski informs the authorities of Lwów about the suspension of the city's case against the Royal Treasury before the Radom Tribunal and its referral to the 'rejecta' (rejection/review). He declares his continued handling of the case, recommends sending a plenipotentiary, and proposes the support of the jurist Noszkiewicz.

Alexander Reidt confirms receipt of a letter from Arthur Forbes and informs him about the execution of the requested payment, which was credited to his cousin's account. He also mentions the difficult wartime conditions.

Aleksander Rembowski sends Franciszek Głogowski a copy of a protestation filed by the cup-bearer (cześnik) and informs him about obtaining a remission of the case to the Tribunal. He advises on the matter of summoning witnesses and conducting an inquisition in secret from the opposing party.

Jakub Rybiński assures the Lviv authorities that he has issued a fair ruling in their dispute with Major Schonhoff and expresses surprise that the officer has not yet complied with the orders. He reports that he has once again obliged the major to respect the city's immunities and to maintain harmonious relations with the magistrate.

Sebastian Fabii Rybczyński informs the authorities of Lwów about the successful rejection of demands to participate in the pospolite ruszenie in Warsaw, thanks to a royal privilege of exemption, and sends a helpful register for the defense of the city's rights. He emphasizes that any claims by the nobility against Lwów are not subject to local jurisdiction, but exclusively to the military court.

Sebastian Rybczyński requests the President and the Magistrate of Lwów to satisfy the financial claims of Mr. Hrebenka for his participation in a diplomatic mission to Warsaw. He informs them that he dissuaded him from filing a lawsuit and appeals for an amicable settlement of expenses to prevent unnecessary legal costs.

Sebastian Rybczyński informs the Lwów authorities about blocking the local Jews' attempts to obtain a harmful privilege and about halting the sealing of rights for the Ruthenian nation. He also advises against sending city deputies to Warsaw prematurely due to the distant date for the case to be heard in the court register.

Sebastian Rybczyński responds to a letter containing complaints about the conduct of the Lviv magistrate, which does not respect royal laws and privileges. He advises directing the grievances directly to the Grand Chancellor of the Crown through his mediation, promising to support the case.

Sebastian Rybczyński thanks the Lviv Magistrate for their well-wishes regarding his recovery and addresses the Chancellor's announcement concerning the convening of courts in Lviv. He advises coordinating the date with the King's planned arrival in Warsaw to avoid unnecessary expenses and haste.

Sebastian Rybczyński warns the Lwów Magistrate about a complaint filed by Armenian judges to the Grand Crown Chancellor against the council clerk, who neglects his personal attendance in court and employs an incompetent assistant. He advises urging the official to fulfill his duties diligently or to appoint a capable substitute to avoid an official rescript and personnel changes.

Aleksander Stanisław Rykowski writes to Franciszek Głogowski requesting information about the Sieciechów parish priest and assistance in establishing contact with the local abbey. He explains that due to the lack of response from the Sieciechów prior, he would prefer to deliver his letter through the addressee.

John Ritchie informs Arthur Forbes about a conversation with Mr. Gordon, who stated that he would settle the debt only at the Sokal fair. The sender conveys greetings and announces an upcoming trip to Greater Poland.

Jan Różycki intercedes with Lviv councilor Maciej Heyde on behalf of the orphaned Chrzanowicz brothers, requesting a favorable resolution to their case. He assures the recipient of his gratitude and readiness to return the favor.

Michał Rożycki complains to the Voivode of Volhynia about the sub-starosta of Mościska and his wife, accusing them of withholding firewood, damaging buildings, and persecuting his wife. He asks the addressee for a written disciplinary intervention against the official.

Marianna Rożycka informs her husband about a severe illness she has endured, the biting cold, the lack of firewood, and a refusal to provide linen. She also describes the deplorable, ruined state of the residence and asks her husband to return home soon.

Florian Rozwadowski informs the Lviv Magistrate that he has persuaded Doctor Kopiński to withhold official notices regarding the commission for Malechów. He advises the city authorities to settle the dispute through a private agreement to avoid losses for the city and to remove the first commissioner in a dignified manner.

Anthony Ernst Rosenau informs Maciej Hayder about discussions concerning debt repayment and the redemption of pledges in Lviv, as well as rumors regarding Doctor Wielck's entry into the clergy. He assures the recipient of his filial devotion, asking for continued paternal support and conveying greetings to the family.

The Swedish secretary of the War Commission, Er. Roland, thanks the Lwów deputies for their intention to present him with a Turkish saber while paying a contribution in Rzeszów. The author regrets that due to his trip to the mountains, he missed the opportunity for a personal meeting and to reciprocate their kindness.

Baron Rudolf Rossbacher informs Karol Rasp that an order has been issued for the immediate admission of Karol Zaleski to the 30th Field Rifle Battalion as a cadet, waiving the standard enlistment period. An enclosure from previous correspondence is returned with the letter.

The Chief of Staff of the 6th Military Division issues a travel permit to Major Józef Zaleski to travel from Besançon to Luxeuil to bring back his wife. On the reverse side of the document, there is a handwritten list of minor household expenses.

Rosnowski asks Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski to expedite the issuance of a formal privilege from the chancellery for the office of the sub-voivode of Przemyśl, for which he has already been announced. He also intercedes on behalf of the Przemyśl Jews, asking for protection for them, and commends the case of his son Mikołaj to the Voivode.

Wojciech Rosnowski declares his readiness to serve the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, before the sejmik in Sądowa Wisznia. He also reports on the grievances of the Chorąży of Sanok, who laments the loss of the addressee's favor.

Wojciech Rosnowski confirms receipt of a written order from the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski. He assures him of his obedience and announces his personal appearance in Monasterzyska on the upcoming Sunday.

W. Rosnowski reports on the sale of honey to Mr. Majeranowski and the difficulties encountered while filling and topping up the barrels. He announces that after collecting the payment and finalizing the transaction, he will immediately report for the Voivode's service.

Alexander Ross informs Arthur Forbes about the progress in collecting debts from debtors in Lviv, including the receipt of a partial sum from Salomon and delays caused by Manck. He also explains the inability to sell items through the local organist and the reasons for the delay in sending the collected money.

Alexander Ross asks Arthur Forbes, who is staying in Lviv, to support Lourens Birell in the profitable sale of a batch of old wines. He appeals for ensuring satisfactory prices so that the transaction does not result in too severe losses for him.

Robert Ross advises Arthur Forbes on litigation tactics against the opposing party, warning against insincere settlement proposals and recommending reliance on a final court judgment. He also addresses his own financial arrears to the recipient and promises a prompt partial repayment.