Source catalogue

The town councilors describe the return of a reconnaissance unit from near Włodawa and announce the forwarding of testimonies from captured spies. They report a rumor of a success by the Lithuanian hetman as unconfirmed. They ask Lwów to keep its promise to respect the rights of Zamość regarding the collection of fees and the deposits of its inhabitants.

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.

J. G. de Baluze thanks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for his correspondence, reports on the delivery of the letter entrusted to him, and expresses joy at the good health of the Grand Crown Hetman and his family. He also mentions the lack of news from the congress in Delft and expresses a wish that the upcoming free election in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth proceeds in peace.

J. G. de Baluze addresses the grievances of the Voivode of Volhynia and the Grand Hetman against the French ambassador, attributing the accusations to intrigues and rumors. He assures the recipient of the diplomat's continued attachment to the Jabłonowski family and of his own loyalty.

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.

Bartsch describes an audience with the Primate and interventions regarding the grievances suffered by Lwów at the hands of the garrison. The Primate is to support the city before the commander and advises Bartsch to remain until the Hetman's arrival. The author also reports on a dispute over the voivodeship jurisdiction, the wait for the Starosta's return, burnt belongings, and the delayed arrival of the carter.

The Primate advises seeking protection for Lwów's rights at the upcoming election. He mentions the unsuccessful efforts of the Ruthenian Voivodeship deputies and warns that the protest irritates its citizens.

Ivan Vyhovsky justifies the Cossack side's silence due to mounting difficulties and announces the imminent dispatch of envoys to the Prince of Transylvania following the wedding of Tymofiy Khmelnytsky in Moldavia. He assures the inviolability of the old alliance and refers to the messenger for further details.

Jan Wyhowski assures the Lviv authorities of his intercession with Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky and the army. He urges the magistrate to urgently dispatch delegates in the morning, which is intended to ensure the city's safety and the Hetman's favor.

Following the adjournment of negotiations, the Hetman and the senior officers expect the clergy, nobility, and burghers the following day so that representatives of the various estates may hear the terms.

Jan Wyhowski informs the Lviv authorities that Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky has finished urgent military consultations and expects the immediate arrival of the city delegation. He encourages the councilors to appear promptly at the Cossack camp to discuss all necessary matters.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv authorities of his planned trip to Wschowa and promises to intercede with the Field Crown Hetman regarding the exchange of gold for the needs of the local garrison. He also assures them of his readiness to successfully resolve the city's matter.

Crown Field Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski orders the Lviv councilors to immediately hand over to Mr. Brodecki the funds from the Brandenburg 'kwarta' deposited in the town hall, due to urgent military needs. A chancery note indicates that the hetman's envoy collected the aforementioned funds on August 12, 1614.

The correspondent reports on the positions of the Crown troops near Kamieniec Podolski, the lack of enemy activity, and reports of successes by Muscovite forces in battles against the Tatars. He also informs about the movement of the royal couple towards Buczacz for a planned war council with the hetmans.

Wojciech Zimnicki informs the Lviv authorities about his arrival in Warsaw, the status of municipal lawsuits, especially the dispute with the Ruthenian community, and the suspension of court proceedings due to the Deputy Chancellor's illness. He also mentions the lack of prospects for convening the Sejm and reports political news regarding peace with Turkey.

Grand Crown Treasurer Karol Siedlnicki requests the authorities of Lwów to hand over to Commissioner Dziołowski a group of Jews imprisoned at the city hall on charges of minting counterfeit tympf coins in Olesko. The detainees are to be placed under escort and transported to a designated place of confinement.

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.

Antoni Stamirowski informs Voivode Jan Jabłonowski of the Hetman's planned departure for Ukraine and requests his intercession with the Prince's officials regarding the Bełz Voivodess's contract for the Kulików estate. The repayment of liabilities and the sale of the Malczyce estate depend on the success of this transaction.

Franciszek Szeligowski informs the Mayor of Lviv about the inspection of the suburban hospital founded by Pieniążek and appeals to cease attempts to seize the brewery belonging to the institution. He warns that violating the foundation's rights may provoke a firm intervention by the Hetman and the army.