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King Augustus II confirms the statute of the Lviv confraternity of brewers and innkeepers, which defines the rules for the production, inspection, and sale of beer and vodka. The document further prohibits craftsmen of other guilds and residents of the suburbs from unauthorized production of spirits and operating breweries.

Piotr Ożga reminds the Lviv councilors of their duty to collect the tap tax on alcoholic beverages for the period from January to June 1649 and the necessity of handing over the registers and funds to the leaseholder. He also mentions tax difficulties and damages resulting from the ongoing war.

The Vice-Starosta of Kamionka, Stanisław Ordyniec, writes on behalf of the Voivode of Kraków to the Mayor and Councilors of Lwów, requesting a three-day loan of carpets and wall hangings for a gathering of distinguished guests, including the Tęczyński family. The author promises to return the textiles in pristine condition immediately after the ceremony.

King Augustus II confirms and ratifies, at the request of the elders and the bakers' guild of the city of Lviv, the privileges and guild articles granted by previous Polish kings (including Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki, John III Sobieski, John Casimir, Władysław IV, Sigismund III, Stephen Báthory, Sigismund Augustus, Sigismund I, and Casimir Jagiellon), along with the resolutions of the Lviv city council regulating, among other things, the rules for baking, grain purchasing, and the exclusive right to sell bread.

Pope Clement XII commissions the Provost of Kraków and canons Walerian Sutkowski and Jan Humański to examine and definitively resolve a property dispute between Fr. Stanisław Dochkiewicz and the advocate Wojciech Borysławski. The case concerns an appeal against a judgment of the Apostolic Nunciature regarding an unpaid loan and the return of pledged silver and jewels.

Jędrzej Osiecki explains to Jan Tyszkowski the financial claims made by the comrades of the banner and instructs him on the distribution of funds from the hiberna and the settlement of assignments. The document is supplemented by later receipts for the payment of due sums to Mr. Szeptycki.

Archbishop of Marcianopolis Petar Parčević asks the magistrate and councilors of Lviv to provide him with financial support or pay out allocated funds to cover urgent needs. The clergyman describes the extreme poverty and hardships he endured during an eight-month peace mission to Bohdan Khmelnytsky, undertaken at the behest of Emperor Ferdinand III for the benefit of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Charles Paip asks Artur Forbes to discuss the matter of the forged parchment with Mr. Maitland and to urge him to obtain a sequestration. He also expects news regarding their joint opinion on the matter.

Cardinal Ferdinando Maria de Rossi authorizes the city of Lviv to pursue its rights before the Sacred Congregation of the Council regarding a dispute over a rescript from May 1762. At the same time, he orders a stay on the removal of the image of the Mother of God from the Domagalicz chapel and the suspension of the demolition of the chapel itself.

Lviv canon Wojciech Perlicki reports to the Zamość dean Mikołaj Kiślicki on the status of the foundation of a hospital and bathhouse for the poor in Szkło, established by the late Lady Podczaszyna. He describes the financial, legal, and construction difficulties associated with the facility and asks for help in properly securing and formalizing the endeavor.

Lviv Archbishop Wacław Hieronim Sierakowski separates the prelacies from the canonries in the metropolitan chapter, and to provide for the newly created prelates and canons as well as to increase daily distributions, he incorporates the village of Czarnuszowice and the reeveships in Kąkolniki and Stawczany into the chapter's estates.

Rector of the Krakow Academy Sebastian Piskorski thanks the authorities of Lviv for entrusting the education of the city's youth to the Krakow university and for their kindness towards the university. On the occasion of his return to his hometown, he also recommends Professor of Philosophy Jan Mościcki to the further care of the Lviv councilors.

The document of King Stanisław August Poniatowski approves the separation of Lwów clockmakers from the locksmiths' guild and grants them the status of a separate guild. The transumed municipal statute regulates in seventeen articles the issues of apprentices' terms, journeymen's travels, the execution of masterpieces, guild fees, and the suppression of unauthorized craftsmen (partacze).

Antoni Podhajecki informs the Lwów authorities about his efforts at the Treasury Commission in Warsaw concerning complaints against officials and the case of local butchers. He presents the content of the issued verdict regulating the collection of cattle slaughter fees and announces his imminent return to the city.

Antoni Podhajecki reports on the proceedings before the Treasury Commission in Warsaw concerning Lviv's tolls and complaints against foreign merchants supported by tax officials. He informs about the submission of privileges, settlement talks with Mr. Skirmunt, and his intention to leave the capital soon.

Roman Emperor Joseph II grants the city of Lviv permission to organize an annual four-week fair beginning on the first Monday after Epiphany. At the same time, he orders the authorities to protect this privilege and strictly forbids the city from collecting any fees from the fair's participants.

Prince Józef Poniatowski informs the collector of the order to locate and return the unlawfully seized horses to the Jew Schaul Hecht and to punish the perpetrators. He also assures his intention to collect property left behind by deserters and his commitment to maintaining good neighborly relations at the border.

Pope Pius VII notifies the metropolitan chapter in Lviv of the appointment of Andrzej Alojzy Ankwicz as Archbishop of Lviv following the death of Kajetan Kicki. He orders the chapter to show the new pastor due obedience and to submit to his ordinances.

Pope Pius IX informs the Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv of the Latin Rite about the appointment of Łukasz Baraniecki to the office of Archbishop of Lviv. He orders the canons to show the new ordinary the due obedience and reverence under penalty of ecclesiastical sanctions.

Pope Pius IX informs the Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv of the Latin Rite about the transfer of the Bishop of Przemyśl, Franciszek Ksawery Wierzchleyski, to the archiepiscopal see in Lviv. He commands the canons to show submission, respect, and obedience to their new pastor under penalty of confirming any sanctions imposed on the disobedient.

Pope Pius IX orders the appointed apostolic commissioners to solemnly induct Karol Mosing into the dignity of provost of the Lviv Metropolitan Chapter of the Latin Rite after receiving the prescribed oath of fidelity. The document mandates the transfer of all rights, jurisdiction, and beneficial income pertaining to this dignity to the nominee, under penalty of ecclesiastical sanctions against those who resist.

Pope Pius IX grants the vacant provostship of the Metropolitan Chapter in Lviv to his secret chamberlain and current dean of the chapter, Rev. Karol Mosing. The document exempts the beneficiary from the requirement of holding specific academic degrees, while ordering him to make a profession of faith.

Pope Leo XIII informs the Metropolitan Chapter of the Latin Rite in Lviv of the appointment of Seweryn Morawski as the new Archbishop of Lviv. He orders the canons to show the prelate due obedience and respect under penalty of canonical sanctions imposed on the recalcitrant.

Pope Leo XIII announces the appointment of Feliks Zabłocki to the provostry of the metropolitan church in Lviv. He orders the designated executors to receive the oath of fidelity and to induct the nominee into possession of the office along with all rights and benefices.

Pope Leo XIII appoints Fr. Feliks Zabłocki, previously the dean, as the provost of the Latin-rite Metropolitan Chapter in Lviv, vacant following the death of Fr. Ludwik Czechowski. The document imposes on the beneficiary the obligation to make a profession of faith and an oath to observe the statutes of the chapter.

Lviv Starosta Joachim Potocki responds to the Lviv authorities regarding complaints about the conduct of his officials, expressing surprise that the matter was not raised during his recent visit to the city. He assures them of his respect for municipal rights and promises to personally investigate the complaints and rectify any abuses upon his return.

The Starosta of Lviv, Potocki, informs the authorities of Lviv that he has anticipated their request and instructed the burgrave to appoint a suitable candidate for the office of city president. He thanks the councilors for subsequently asking for his opinion and declares his favor.

The Starosta of Lwów, Potocki, admonishes the Lwów Magistrate regarding a complaint from the Kahal concerning attempts to remove Jews from Ruska Street, contrary to a royal decree. He calls upon the municipal authorities to uphold existing laws and refrain from disputes until a final commission ruling is issued.

The Starosta of Lviv, Potocki, transfers a court servant accused of a misdemeanor to the jurisdiction of the Lviv authorities, requesting her imprisonment and immediate punishment. He appoints his proxies to expedite the procedure and provide the necessary evidence.

Emperor Joseph II elevates Andrzej Seweryn Doliniański of Doliniany, Councilor of the Lviv Tribunal, along with his descendants, to the rank of free barons of the Kingdom of Galicia and Lodomeria. The document confirms the privileges and the title of 'Wohlgebohren' (Well-born) pertaining to the new rank, and grants and describes an augmented baronial coat of arms.

Emperor Ferdinand I confirms the right of the market town of Rożniatów to hold seven annual fairs on designated dates. It is stipulated that the market must be moved to the next working day if it falls on a holy day of obligation, and the authorities are ordered to ensure the inviolability of this privilege.

King Stanisław August Poniatowski approves and transumes the ordinance of the merchant confraternity of the city of Lwów, enacted by the Lwów municipal council, comprising 37 articles regulating membership rules, trade, the organization of brotherhood authorities, and the protection of the rights of Lwów merchants.

Bishop Mikołaj Prażmowski intervenes with the authorities of Lwów in defense of the widow of Mr. Bandinelli, who is being summoned to pay outstanding taxes. He appeals for her alleged arrears to be offset against the city's debt incurred from her late husband, or for the execution to be deferred until the dues from the public treasury are settled.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Robert Ross informs Arthur Forbes from Przemyśl about the death of their mutual friend John Croup and the resulting difficulties with the funeral and the transport of goods. He also asks the addressee to intercede with Mr. Birrell and the merchants of Lviv to gain a delay in the repayment of debts.

Jan Kazimierz Siemieński, unable to appear in person for a tax settlement, sends the registers of the 'ćwierć' tax to the Stolnik of Rawa via his deputy. He requests an impartial and fair verification of the accounts and the payment of dues.

Jan Kazimierz Siemieński justifies his absence from the settlement with the tax collector Trzciński and sends the settled registers of six quarters to the Podstoli of Rawa. He asks the addressee for an impartial and fair judgment when verifying the accounts and requests that payments made to other deputies beyond the registers not be taken into account.

Lviv Castellan Józef Siemieński demands that the Lviv Magistrate discipline local fish merchants who broke their agreement and boycotted the fishing in the Wyżniany estate. He requests that they be ordered to fulfill the contract and that their disputed demands regarding the use of the town hall measure be rejected.

Wacław Hieronim Sierakowski, Bishop of Przemyśl, thanks the city authorities of Lwów for the greetings sent on the occasion of Christmas and the New Year. In response, he sends reciprocal wishes for prosperity, God's blessing, and the successful realization of all endeavors.

Bishop-elect of Kraków Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the mayor and councilors of Lviv for the prayers and wishes sent on the occasion of Christmas and the New Year. In response, he reciprocates the congratulations, wishing the city authorities abundant divine blessings and every prosperity.

Kajetan Sołtyk, Bishop of Kraków, gratefully responds to the New Year's greetings sent by the Lviv magistrate. He reciprocates the wishes for prosperity with God's blessing and declares his favor.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the authorities of Lviv for the Easter greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates with expressions of respect and wishes for God's blessing for all members of the magistrate.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the city authorities of Lviv for the New Year's greetings sent to him. In his response, he assures the councilors of his constant goodwill and offers them reciprocal wishes for all prosperity.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the Lviv magistrate for their holiday greetings and supports their efforts to preserve the rights of the Kraków Academy to appoint the rector of the local academic colony, which are threatened by the actions of the Archbishop of Lviv. He declares his intention to intervene by letter with the hierarch and, if necessary, to personally engage in the dispute as chancellor and visitor of the university.

The Carmelite Provincial, Fr. Krzysztof Sforza, apologizes to the authorities of Lviv for his hasty departure from the vicinity due to monastic affairs and informs them of the appointment of the local prior to conduct the survey and take possession of the donated land. He asks the councilors to kindly and promptly finalize the land grant for the construction of the church and monastery, promising constant prayerful remembrance for the donors.

Castellan of Kraków Jan Tarnowski requests the authorities of Lviv to release three cannons left in the city during a past expedition against the Moldavian Hospodar Bogdan. He explains that the weaponry is to be transported to designated castles by royal order.