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Stefan Chmielnicki intervenes with the Lviv City Councilors regarding the return of items deposited by his companion Starzycki, which a Lviv burgher is unlawfully refusing to return. He informs them of the delegation of Mr. Chocimierski, who is to satisfy all creditors' claims and collect the withheld property.

Prince Ivan Khovansky refuses to halt the march of Muscovite troops without an explicit order from the Tsar, but guarantees the royal commissioners safe passage for negotiations. He also explains the reasons for the earlier detention of a Polish messenger during the fighting for the Brest fortress.

Krzysztof Chodorowski assures the Lviv city councilors of his constant goodwill and readiness to do them a favor. He also informs them of the postponement of his planned trip to Halych due to matters related to the confederation.

Marcin Chomentowski intercedes with the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, on behalf of his sister, the Podkomorzyna of Podolia, whose starostwo of Bar was ruined by the passage and stationing of military banners. He appeals for her to be taken under his protection and for a favorable hearing of the messenger sent to Jabłonowski.

Marcin Chomentowski declares his readiness to hasten the resumption of negotiations with the confederated army after resolving local difficulties. He explains the issue of compliance with the ordinance for winter quarters (hiberna) from the Dobrzyń estates and assures the recipient of his loyalty.

Stanisław Chomentowski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about his upcoming wedding to the Deputy Chancellor's daughter in Nesvizh. He humbly requests the addressee and his wife to grace the wedding ceremony with their presence, assuring them of his constant loyalty and readiness to serve.

Stanisław Chomentowski requests the authorities of Lviv to assign proper quarters to the officers and soldiers of his regiment, which is to take up garrison duty in the city. In return, the Voivode declares his gratitude and readiness to provide the Magistrate with protection and favors.

Fr. Tomasz informs the Voivode of Ruthenia of his arrival in Zamość, his weakness after taking medicine, and the defensive measures taken in the estates due to prevailing fears. He also mentions problems with the army and assures the recipient of his constant prayers.

Fr. Tomasz SJ informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about problems with the river transport of ships carrying equipment and about the delay of his own journey caused by bad weather and injured horses. He announces his imminent departure from Zamość to Lviv immediately after the celebrations in honor of St. Stanislaus Kostka.

The author forwards to the Voivode of Ruthenia a petition from the Treasurer's wife on behalf of her brother, the Referendary, who complains about the destructive quartering of troops and requests intercession with the Castellan of Kraków. He also informs about the passage of tribunal deputies through Zamość and his own wait for road improvements and the calming of tensions before setting off for Lwów.

Jakub Chronowski apologizes to Maciej Hajder for his absence at a family celebration, explaining the late arrival of the invitation and his wife's illness, who miscarried after a journey. He expresses regret for the delay, sends late gifts, and offers best wishes to the newlyweds.

Olbracht Chudzieński reports to the Lwów councilors on the progress of the lawsuit involving Mrs. Kampianowa and Groswajer, citing the intervention of the Apostolic See regarding the testament. He also declares his readiness to continue representing the city's interests independently.

The Voivode of Bełz, Ignacy Cetner, thanks the Lviv Magistrate for the greetings sent on the occasion of the Easter holidays. He reciprocates the wishes to all members of the municipal authorities and assures them of his constant favor.

Voivode of Bełz Ignacy Cetner assures the Lviv authorities of his support for municipal laws at the Sejm and informs them about the possibility of safely spending funds on cleaning the city. Furthermore, he recommends the merits of Mr. Bartsch, who actively advocated for Lviv's interests before the Treasury Commission.

The new Starosta of Lwów, Jan Cetner, informs the councilors and citizens of Lwów about his planned ceremonial assumption of office on June 1, 1676. He requests them to grace the entry ceremony with their presence, counting on their traditional kindness.

Aleksander Cetner intercedes with the Lviv authorities on behalf of his brother, requesting an amicable settlement of the dispute and the payment of due food provisions. He emphasizes that due to difficult times, the soldiers are suffering from hunger and cannot depart for the camp without supplies.

Aleksander Cetner assures the Lviv councilors that after reaching an agreement with his unit, they do not need to fear the requisitioning of bread by the army. He also announces an intervention with his lieutenant Polanowski and a conversation with the Hetman.

Aleksander Cetner calls upon the Lviv councilors to release the designated supplies for his banner, pointing to the dramatic situation of the starving soldiers. He warns that if the city continues to evade its obligations, the matter will be finally resolved by the Hetman.

Ludwika Potocka, née Cetner, intervenes with the President of Lviv, Jan Eliaszewicz, regarding the burgher Koch, who was abducted by Cossacks to Mariampol, urging the municipal authorities to take legal action before the Treasury Commission. The author criticizes the magistrate's inaction, warns of the threat to the safety of all Lviv residents, and threatens to inform the King of the city authorities' negligence.

Franciszek Cetner thanks Jan Jabłonowski for his comforting visit during his mourning and requests his presence at the funeral ceremonies scheduled for March 30 at the Reformed Franciscan church in Lviv. He also requests the same favor of attendance from the recipient's wife.

Wojciech Cieński congratulates Jan Jabłonowski on assuming command of the army and wishes him the field mace. He also declares his readiness to report to the camp upon summons, explaining a possible delay due to the need to gather provisions.

Wojciech Cieński informs Jan Jabłonowski about the orders received to concentrate the banners near Szczerzec and the difficulties in marching to the field due to the non-payment of the hiberna tax to the soldiers. He requests the prompt payment of the dues and advises that the Podstolina Jabłonowska should take refuge in Lwów for the duration of the campaign.

Robert Cień sends the sum of 50 zlotys from Przemyśl to merchant Arthur Forbes, explaining his inability to pay a larger amount due to the lack of trade fairs and the instructions of his principal. He also reports on his efforts to recover a debt from Marek Dawidowic Krzeszowski.

Before leaving Lviv, Father K. Cieszkowski appeals to Proconsul Eliaszewicz for an amicable and fair settlement of a land dispute upon his return. He declares his willingness to reach an agreement, while urging the maintenance of peace and the cessation of hostile actions by officials under the city's jurisdiction.

Krzysztof Cytwarowski sends Artur Forbes a promissory note guaranteed by Donik Axetowicz and requests a credit shipment of broadcloth and other fabrics worth 500 lion thalers. He commits to settling the debt by St. James's Day in 1688, declaring that he will obtain the funds from cattle trading.

Captain von Ziegler, delegated to Lviv by order of General von Bismarck to purchase supplies for the Tsarist troops, demands that the city authorities designate more spacious granaries. He warns the magistrate that if the purchased provisions and fodder spoil due to the lack of storage space, the city authorities will bear full responsibility.

Captain of the Russian dragoons von Ziegler addresses the authorities of Lviv regarding the execution of General Keiser's order to hand over hay stored in sacks. He also points out the risk of the fodder spoiling in case of delay.

Stefan Czaykowsky informs the President of Lviv about the delayed arrival of trial documents and the high costs of legal conferences and maintenance in Radom. He also warns that obtaining a condescension will require significant financial outlays, after which he announces his imminent departure.

Stefan Czajkowski confirms the receipt of 180 tynfs from the Lviv councilor Iłaszewicz intended for the Radom case. The receipt was drawn up in Lviv in 1760.

William Chalmer informs merchant Arthur Forbes about handing over bills of exchange to a lawyer and paying for a court decree to forcibly collect debts from recalcitrant debtors. He also reports on the intervention of Robert Low and announces his imminent departure from Lublin to Gdańsk.

Grand Crown Treasurer Jan Antoni Czapski requests the Lviv authorities to delegate an experienced and impartial merchant to Warsaw by September 1, 1738. He is to participate in drafting a fair customs instruction that will curb abuses in customs chambers and contribute to the revival of trade.

Stefan Czarniecki thanks the authorities of Lwów for their congratulations, encourages the residents to persevere in the defense against Khmelnytsky's forces, and announces the arrival of allied reinforcements. He also informs them about sending one hundred infantry soldiers under the command of Mr. Podlewski and assures them of his intercession with the nobility regarding the payment of the excise tax (czopowe) to the city for defense purposes.

Stefan Czarniecki thanks the city councilors of Lviv for their congratulations on his safe arrival and triumph over the enemy, attributing the success to divine providence and the King's fortune. He encourages the townspeople to offer prayers of thanksgiving for the salvation of Lviv and declares his goodwill.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki thanks the authorities of Lwów for their welcoming letter and warns of an impending enemy attack on the borders of the Commonwealth in the spring. He orders the urgent strengthening of the city's fortifications and advises them to petition the King to send a qualified military engineer.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki requests the Mayor and Magistrate of Lviv to promptly and justly resolve the case of Lieutenant Miczyński. The soldier is demanding the return of money and personal belongings left in deposit with a deceased Lviv burgher's widow after the Hungarian campaign.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki calls upon the Mayor and the Lviv Magistrate to respect the ancient trade privileges of the Jews under his jurisdiction. He emphasizes the importance of Eastern trade and the taxes paid by them to the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki calls upon the mayor and councilors of Lwów to cease diminishing and withholding the voivodeship revenues traditionally due to him. From the camp near Busk, he demands respect for his office and the preservation of rights that also belong to his successors.

The Voivode of Ruthenia, Stefan Czarniecki, thanks the authorities of Lwów for their congratulations, encourages courageous resistance against Khmelnytsky, and assures them of the imminent arrival of the monarch's allies. He also informs them of the dispatch of a hundred-man unit of trained infantry under the command of Mr. Podlewski and the securing of municipal revenues from the excise tax for defense purposes.

Stefan Czarniecki thanks the authorities of Lwów for their congratulations on his arrival in the region and his victory over the enemy, attributing the salvation of the city to Divine Providence and military efforts. He encourages the councilors to offer prayers of thanksgiving and assures them of his gratitude and readiness for further favor.

Stefan Czarniecki thanks the authorities of Lviv for their welcoming letter upon his return from a military campaign and offers his reciprocal well-wishes. In the face of the threat from enemies, he appeals for the urgent strengthening of the city's fortifications and advises them to petition the King for a military engineer.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki intercedes with the Mayor and Magistrate of Lviv on behalf of a lieutenant of his banner, Mr. Mężyński, who is demanding the return of items and spoils deposited in the city. The Hetman appeals for an end to the stalling of the proceedings and for the swift issuance of a fair enforcement judgment.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki appeals to the Mayor and Magistrate of Lwów not to hinder the Jews under his jurisdiction from conducting small-scale trade. He emphasizes ancient customs, the lack of harm to others, and the taxes and burdens borne by the Jews for the benefit of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki admonishes the authorities of Lviv for withholding and attempting to reduce the revenues due to him by virtue of his office. He calls upon the mayor and councilors to respect his authority and the rights of his successors, demanding a change in their current attitude.

Andrzej Czarnołuski asks Franciszek Głogowski to share certain information regarding enemy movements, which the recipient was supposed to have received from the Cup-bearer (Cześnik). He points out the constant danger and lack of news, declaring eternal gratitude for a response.

Andrzej Czarnoluski informs about his retreat caused by the actions of the hetman's troops and the urgent need to travel to Krystynopol. He announces that he will not stay there long and will soon arrive to the addressee.

Mikołaj Czarnosz informs Wojciech Zimnicki about the escape and reprehensible behavior of his son, Jan Augustyn, in Zamość, reporting on the boy's punishment and his intention to continue overseeing his education. He also mentions outstanding tuition fees, calligraphy exercises, and property-related matters.

August Aleksander Czartoryski warns the President and Magistrate of Lviv about another planned attack on Jews by the commoners and students. He orders the city authorities to discipline the guilds and immediately punish the rioters under the threat of holding the entire city accountable.

August Aleksander Czartoryski informs the authorities of Lviv that he has ordered Mr. Korczyński to cease claims regarding the disputed municipal land. He also requests clarification of other allegations against Korczyński, promising to take fair measures.

August Aleksander Czartoryski thanks the authorities of the city of Lviv for the kind congratulations sent on the occasion of the festivities. In response, he offers the city and its inhabitants wishes for prosperity and long life.

August Aleksander Czartoryski thanks the authorities of the city of Lviv for the congratulations sent. In response, he conveys wishes for prosperity to the capital city and all its inhabitants.