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J. C. Baluze reports on military events in Flanders and the upcoming peace negotiations in Delft. He also explains his reports regarding the election and mentions with regret the reproaches from the Queen, which resulted from the recipient's lack of discretion.

J. G. de Baluze thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for supporting the Queen and reports on the imperial diplomatic mission to Turin and rumors of a general peace. He also informs about the ineffective bombardment of Saint-Martin-de-Ré by the allied fleet.

De Baluze wishes success at the diet. He rejects an unconfirmed report of the Dauphin's death and discusses the chances of war, neutrality in the Empire, the French and Spanish fleets, and succession rights to Italian possessions.

The author forwards a package from the marchioness and sends holiday greetings. He reports on negotiations in Hanover, the dispute over Güstrow, the exchange of letters with the Dutch and the English Parliament, and rumors of war, which he does not consider certain.

Baluze thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for reports on the negotiations concerning the military confederation and announces an imminent meeting in Warsaw. He also conveys sparse news from France regarding troop movements, naval successes, and the prospects for peace talks.

Jean-Géraud de Baluze informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about the dispatch of letters to Paris and forwards a letter from the Marchioness. He also requests the use of lighter paper due to the high costs of postal delivery.

J. G. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the progress of the Franco-Savoyard troops in Milan, the siege of Valencia, and the probable neutrality of Italy. He also mentions the successful audience of the Polish envoy at the French court.

J. G. de Baluze informs Jabłonowski about the lack of fresh news, sending only an article from a Hamburg newspaper. He also offers the addressee and his wife congratulations on the occasion of the upcoming new year.

J. G. de Baluze provides a detailed account of the naval engagement between Chevalier Jean Bart and a Dutch convoy, including the ruse employed against approaching English ships. He also conveys rumors regarding the commander's alleged death and reports on progress in negotiations for a general peace and the situation in Piedmont.

The author conveys reports on the preliminary points of peace, protests at the Imperial Diet, municipal security measures, and naval preparations by France and England.

A newspaper excerpt describing peace expectations, de Pointis's expedition, deaths and appointments of officials, carnival satire, publications against Spinoza, and the Jesuits' response to Pascal's letters.

The author recalls advice regarding the journey, informs about the Chancellor's daughter's wedding, and recommends a young nobleman endorsed by the Marchioness de Béthune. He reiterates an unconfirmed report regarding the execution of Vaudémont.

The letter contains reports on the acceptance of Italian neutrality by the Emperor and the King of Spain following the siege of Valenza, and the withdrawal of troops from the Apennine Peninsula. The author also describes growing hopes for a universal peace, the journey of the Princess of Savoy to France, and current events at the Parisian court.

J. C. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Volhynia about hopes for a general peace in Europe following the truce in Savoy and about the naval operations of the allies. He also wishes Poland peace and harmony during the upcoming election of a new monarch.

The document contains a handwritten list and summation of numerical items made on the reverse of a piece of correspondence. The accounting notes are likely part of financial settlements related to the addressee.

J. G. de Baluze sends news to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the bravery of the Duke of Savoy at Chiari. He also reports on the death of the English King James II and the recognition of the Prince of Wales as his successor by the French court.

De Baluze expresses his joy at the improvement of the recipient's relationship with the Queen. He conveys the version of the statements made by the executed participants of the plot against William of Orange, taken from a Dutch newspaper, and defends James II and France against accusations of complicity. He mentions the movements of the French fleets, the state of the King's health, and the postponed departure of the court to Ruthenia.

J. G. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the progress of peace talks in Delft, false reports regarding preliminary articles, and French naval armaments in Brest and Rochefort.

J. G. de Baluze conveys to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, news regarding tensions surrounding Holstein, the King of England's hunting, and official appointments in France. He also reports on the celebration of a solemn mass in Dresden and the arrival of French artists in Poland.

J. G. de Baluze presents to the Voivode of Volhynia reports on the terms of the peace treaty between France and Savoy and assesses its political and military consequences. He also informs about the mourning following the death of the Archbishop of Cologne, the disarming of English ships, and the successes of privateers from Saint-Malo.

J. C. de Baluze conveys to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, reports from Father Vota concerning the operations of the French army near Turin and the fierce resistance of the Piedmontese population. He further informs about the bankruptcy of the Bank of England and encloses news from Paris.

J. C. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about tensions between Denmark and Sweden over Holstein, the unresolved issue of the ninth electorate, and clashes in Hesse. He also mentions a servant he recommended, who is to be brought by the Grand Hetman.

J. G. de Baluze recommends the bearer of the letter, who has already gained the favor of the Grand Hetman, to Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski. He asks the Voivode to grant him protection and expresses his deep respect.

The author reports to Hetman Jabłonowski on the progress of military operations in Europe, including the successes of French troops in Catalonia and the privateer Jean Bart at sea, maneuvers in the Netherlands, and the situation near Turin and Timișoara. He also describes the impressions of papal diplomats visiting Versailles and reports on the death of the Spanish Queen Dowager.

The document contains the last will of the severely ill noblewoman Anna Kulikowska, who bequeaths 60 marks and two peasant farmsteads in the village of Przedrzymiechy to the Dominican convent in Lviv. This bequest was intended for perpetual masses and an anniversary service for the souls of the testatrix and her late husband.

P. Bal explains to Ciepanowski the circumstances of the return of a subject boy, whom Ciepanowski suspected of causing damage and dismissed in anger. The author defends the servant, pointing to his innocence and willingness to provide an explanation, and asks the addressee to maintain his former favor.

King John I Albert exempts the burghers of Lwów for four years from all royal taxes, customs duties, and military transport obligations due to the costs they incurred for the city's fortifications. He also confirms the previous liberties granted to Lwów by his father, King Casimir IV Jagiellon.

Angelo Bandinelli informs Marcin Anczowski that he has instructed Mr. Franciszek to ensure the safe and prompt forwarding of his letters from Warsaw. He assures the recipient of his continued goodwill and readiness to serve, and looks forward to his arrival in Vilnius.

King John I Albert, at the general sejm in Piotrków, confirms to the estates of the Kingdom of Poland, including the nobility and inhabitants of the Ruthenian lands, all privileges and liberties granted by his predecessors, Kings Władysław Jagiełło and Casimir IV Jagiellon.

Baranowski reports that he attempted to secure royal confirmation for a will sent by Lwów, but the King refused, fearing fraudulent bequests that could prejudice his rights to caduca (escheated property). The writer points out a prior grant of a specific caducum to Lwów for the construction of a school and recalls that he pursued this after receiving a letter from the Archbishop and various requests. Details regarding the previous applicant and one clause remain uncertain.

King John I Albert confirms that the extraordinary taxes voluntarily granted at the Piotrków assembly by the inhabitants of the Lviv land for the defense of the state are of a one-time nature. He pledges by his royal word that these payments will not create a precedent and will not be collected as a permanent obligation in the future.

King John I Albert exempts Lviv fire victims from the newly established municipal tax and all other fees for 15 years, and other residents for 10 years. The relief is intended to enable recovery from fire damage and the reconstruction of houses, towers, and the city's defensive fortifications.

Barclay explains to Cumming that he has accepted a bill of exchange for 2200 tymfs, but does not have this currency. He proposes shillings or thalers at specific rates, asks for a few days, and harshly criticizes the attitude of the person presenting the bill.

The Archbishop of Lviv, Andrzej Boryszewski, approves the foundation and endowment of the altar of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Stanislaus in the Lviv Cathedral with an annual rent of 20 marks, secured by Anna of Buczacz on the Litwinów estate and its appurtenances. The document defines the right of patronage of the Buczacki family and imposes on the altarist the obligation to celebrate three masses per week.

Jakub Bartholdy informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of his departure to Gdańsk to secure a loan of six thousand thalers and requests that Mr. Winarski provide a guarantee for the debt. He also requests the return of the land in Świecie that was taken from him and appeals for the renewal of an edict prohibiting townspeople from illegally mortgaging and selling meadows to the nobility.

Bartsch reports on a project submitted to the Chancellor, the planned activities of the Commission of Good Order, and the need for a memorial to the King. He describes discussions regarding privileges, Catholics, and dissidents, as well as the proposed condition of bearing municipal burdens for the admission of foreign merchants. He announces further consultations on law and jurisdiction, urges the second deputy to arrive, and requests funds for further work.

Bartsch thanks the city authorities for his previous election to their ranks, offers New Year's greetings, and conveys a rumor regarding a commission for all cities. He reports on the beginning of the Senatus Consilium, but there is no news yet on the start of the court sessions.

King John I Albert grants the college of perpetual vicars of the Lviv Cathedral permission to purchase a house with a plot of land in Lviv for their common residence. At the same time, he exempts this property and its inhabitants from municipal jurisdiction and all taxes and burdens, transferring it under ecclesiastical jurisdiction and immunity.

King John I Albert leases the Lviv customs duties to the city councilors of Lviv for a period of one year for the sum of three hundred and forty marks. The document also grants them the right to confiscate smuggled goods and orders royal officials to provide the councilors with all necessary assistance.

A copy attributed to Matei Basarab conveys rumors to János Kemény regarding the Cossacks, Tatars, and Polish troops. The sender distinguishes between uncertain news and what he has managed to confirm, and mentions an envoy who arrived from the Khan.

Jakub, known as Zawisza, together with his own sister Katarzyna, heirs of the late Marcin Ważny, sell to Marcin Tłusty and his wife Małgorzata a hereditary mill before the Halych Gate in Lviv for the sum of three hundred marks. The transaction and the terms of installment payments are approved and entered into the records by the General Starosta of Ruthenia, Piotr Myszkowski.

King John I Albert leases the customs duties in Lviv to the Lviv councilors for a period of one year for the sum of 350 marks of Polish currency. The document also grants them full authority to confiscate smuggled goods and retain half of their value.

Józef Baczyński asks Jan Łatynowicz for assistance for the palace steward, requests a vessel of good wine, and promises to settle the expenses related to the drink and the prisoner. The document is supplemented by an attached receipt from Łatynowicz, confirming the collection of the aforementioned prisoner on the commissioner's orders.

Barbara Mitulczyna testifies before the Lviv castle court that she acknowledges the receipt of 90 marks and transfers the royal mill in front of the Halych Gate in Lviv to Marcin Tłusty and his wife Małgorzata under a penalty of 300 marks. The transaction is certified by the General Starosta of Ruthenia and Podolia, Stanisław of Chodecz, along with witnesses.

Stanisław of Chodecz, Castellan of Lviv and General Starosta of Ruthenia, certifies the sale and resignation of a royal mill before the Halych Gate in Lviv by Jakub Zawisza and Anna Ważna to Marcin Tłusty and his wife Małgorzata for the sum of three hundred marks. The sellers transfer the mill along with the old privilege and undertake to defend and indemnify the buyers against any claims from third parties.

Gottfried Becke informs Arthur Forbes about the progress of price negotiations and the purchase of various batches of cloth in Gdańsk, providing a detailed list of ordered fabric colors. He announces the shipment of goods to Lwów after St. John's Day and asks the addressee to assist his brother.

Copy of the Scottish proclamation of indulgence: permission for moderate Presbyterians to hold services only in private houses, separate relief for Quakers, suspension of laws against Catholics, and conditional amnesty. The document maintains the ban on open-air services, introduces a new oath of absolute obedience, and orders publication and sealing. This is not the English Declaration of April 4, 1687.

King Alexander Jagiellon exempts the subjects of the village of Honiatycze, belonging to the Lviv Chapter, for 15 years from all labor services and stationing for the Lviv castle due to the destruction caused by Turks and Tatars. He orders the Lviv Starosta, Stanisław of Chodecz, and his successors to strictly observe this relief.

Becker discusses the success of Forbes' trade as well as wine and court matters. He conveys Daniel Stuart's request for a letter to Forbes regarding a London debt and warns against further indebtedness. He mentions the purchase or shipment of goods from Hamburg, a receipt, and the need for letters for transport opportunities.

The author discusses the delivery of a letter, trade matters, sugar, and settlements via Gdańsk and Świdnica. He mentions intermediaries, money, and a bill of exchange. He recommends acquaintances to the addressee, announces further instructions, and requests continued correspondence.