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Armand informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the state of health of Queen Marie Casimire, Prince Jakub, and the Cardinal. He also conveys news about the princes' stay in Paris and the Queen's potential trip to Ruthenia.

W. Biernacki sends Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski a favorable excerpt from the decree of the Piotrków Tribunal concerning the Międzyrzecz case and informs him about efforts to obtain an assignment for collection in Bóbrka. He also announces his departure for the sejmik, the handover of the inventory to Mr. Bocheński, and the preparation of a shipment of cloth.

Hetman Jan Klemens Branicki responds to complaints from the Lviv authorities, dismissing allegations against the garrison commander regarding incidents involving Armenians and Cadet Radziejowski. He orders the appointment of an investigative commission and appeals to the magistrate for a more conciliatory and friendly treatment of the soldiers.

Konstanty Wapowski supports the Voivode's position on the need to adopt an unequivocal declaration of the voivodeship at the sejmik in light of the Cardinal's and the Sapiehas' efforts to reach an agreement. He announces that his son, the cup-bearer, will present the details of his opinions to the addressee orally.

M. Wyżycki reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia on King Augustus II's efforts to resolve the conflict in Lithuania, plans to convene a pacification sejm, and the submission of the Sapieha and Lubomirski families to the monarch's will, despite the ongoing resistance of Primate Radziejowski. He also informs about the mood in the army, the burdens associated with the presence of Saxon troops, and current court and diplomatic events.

Michał Wyżycki reports to the Voivode of Volhynia on the situation in Warsaw, including the pressure exerted on the Queen Dowager to abdicate and return estates and a jewel. He also mentions the Primate's intrigues, the arrival of the Grand Treasurer of Lithuania, and rumors circulating in the capital.

Michał Wyżycki informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Klemens Branicki, of the sudden death of King John III Sobieski and the grief it has left behind. He also reports on the initial maneuvers of the factions of the Queen and Prince Jakub, as well as the senators arriving in Warsaw ahead of the council and convocation.

King Sigismund I the Old grants the mayor and councilors of Lwów land on the Pełtew River in front of the Kraków Gate for the construction of a water mill for their private use. The document transfers full ownership, all revenues from the mill, and complete municipal jurisdiction over it and the miller to the city authorities, excluding them from the jurisdiction of the starosta.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms and renews all existing rights, privileges, immunities, and possessions granted to the city of Lwów by his predecessors and by himself. At the same time, he places the burghers and their property under royal protection, prohibiting the imposition of new burdens and the violation of the boundaries of municipal jurisdiction.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms to the Archbishop of Lviv, Piotr Starzechowski, the chapter, and the clergy of the metropolitan church in Lviv all rights, privileges, freedoms, and immunities granted by his predecessors. This confirmation was issued at the General Sejm in Piotrków in fulfillment of the monarch's coronation oath.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms the privilege of his father, Sigismund I the Old, from 1546, granting the mayor and councilors of the city of Lviv the perpetual right of patronage and presentation of the provost of the Church and Hospital of the Holy Spirit in Lviv. The document invalidates any conflicting grants and orders the Archbishop of Lviv to institute the candidate presented by the municipal authorities.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms to the elders and the community of Lwów Armenians all rights, privileges, liberties, immunities, and ancient customs granted by his predecessors, including King Sigismund I the Old.

Dalton reports on the suspension of the trial of the Starosta of Krasnystaw and military efforts made to His Majesty regarding the 'komput' (military register) and the position of regimentarz. He also conveys news about the Sapieha family intercepting a royal instruction, the King's uncompromising stance toward the Starosta, and rumors of a rebellion in Moscow and the death of the Tsar.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms the right of the Lviv Metropolitan Chapter to collect bridge and causeway tolls in the village of Wierzbiż, originally granted by Władysław Jagiełło, and establishes a detailed tariff of fees intended for necessary repairs of roads, causeways, and bridges.

Bishop of Lutsk Andrzej Chryzostom Załuski thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for his correspondence and reports on an urgent consultation with Cardinal Michał Stefan Radziejowski. The talks concerned the security of the diocesan estates in Podlaskie and Mazovia against the expected march of Lithuanian confederates.

Bishop Andrzej Chryzostom Załuski thanks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for sending the documents of the Lwów commissions and expresses hope for a swift resolution of the crisis and the restoration of peace in the state. He also reports on his sudden departure to Warsaw at the primate's summons and the difficulties related to the mood of the army and the gathering of the nobility.

Franciszek Jan Załuski informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of the death of the Grand Treasurer of the Crown and the resulting distribution of senatorial offices. He also reports on the movements of the royal court, the letters of the Primate, and concerns regarding the political division of the Commonwealth.

Wacław Kostka Zubczewski reports to Hetman Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski on the planned reconciliation between the rokosz rebels and the King, as well as troop movements and the defeat of Ogiński in Lithuania. He also informs about the proceedings of the Crown Tribunal in Lublin and the holiday break in the deputies' sessions.

Jan Traszko addresses Lviv councilor Jędrzej Wachlowicz with a request for intervention and assistance in recovering outstanding money from the Starosta of Łomża. He assures him of his lifelong gratitude and readiness to compensate for any efforts made in this matter.

Jan Krasiński expresses his gratitude for being entrusted with a legation and appeals to Jan Jabłonowski for moderate conduct at the sejmiks. He advises striving for peace and respecting the laws without exacerbating relations with the King.

Jan Krasiński informs Jan Jabłonowski about the uncertain fate of the Warsaw Council following the universal letters recalling the King, and about a letter from the Swedish King to the Primate. Despite his own health ailments, the Voivode of Płock declares his willingness to set out for the deliberations for the good of the Fatherland and asks for further favorable news regarding actions against the enemies.

Voivode of Płock Jan Krasiński informs Jan Jabłonowski about the dramatic situation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in the face of Swedish, Muscovite, and Brandenburg troop movements. He also reports on plans to summon the pospolite ruszenie (levy in mass) and a meeting of senators scheduled in Warsaw by the Primate.

Jan Krasiński informs Jan Jabłonowski about his illness and laments the lack of agreement between the royal court and the senators. He describes the movements of Swedish troops, the King's flight from Toruń, and the efforts of Cardinal Radziejowski to convene a peace council.

Jan Krasiński informs Jan Jabłonowski about the dramatic situation in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, the devastation in Ruthenia and Lithuania, and the alarming presence of the Swedes and the Sapieha family in Warsaw. Despite his health problems, he assures the Voivode of Ruthenia of his remembrance and devotion.

Jan Krasiński reports on the conclusion of the relatio sejmik, the passing of taxes, and an appeal to the Cardinal to defend liberties and urge the King to return quickly. He also informs about his preparations for a trip to Rome, asking the Voivode of Ruthenia for his remembrance and protection during his absence.

Jan Krasiński informs Jan Jabłonowski about the poorly attended Warsaw dietine and the adjournment of proceedings until March 27. He mentions embassies to the King, Cardinal Michał Radziejowski, and the Sapieha family, as well as the military burdens weighing heavily on Mazovia.

Grand Crown Treasurer Jan Kazimierz Krasiński orders the authorities of Lwów to prepare the remainder of the merchant donation sum, amounting to 3836 Polish zlotys and 20 groszy, in good currency. These funds are to be paid immediately upon presentation of an assignment to the envoy to Turkey, Hieronim Radziejowski.

Jan Lamprecht notifies Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about sending his letter to Oława and promises to forward the reply promptly. He also informs about the postponement of a meeting at Cardinal Michał Radziejowski's and refers to the Starosta of Cherkasy for detailed news.

Lanckoroński informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the nobility's opposition to the Swedish war and the adoption of instructions to send envoys to the King of Sweden demanding his withdrawal from Courland. The letter also briefly mentions current personnel matters and the death of Joanna.

King John II Casimir extends the scope of the Lviv shooting brotherhood's right to collect a pasture fee on driven cattle to a distance of twelve miles from the city and grants the brotherhood the right to collect one grosz for every one hundred florins of the value of merchant goods. The privilege is a reward for the services of the brotherhood's members in repelling the recent siege of Lviv by Cossack forces.

King John II Casimir confirms the statute of the Lviv guild of needle-makers and cutlers, granted and sealed by the city council of Lviv in 1649. The privilege contains articles regulating the organization of the brotherhood, the election of guild masters, the rights of masters, and the rules for training journeymen and apprentices.

King Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki confirms five previous royal privileges (including those of John Casimir, Henry of Valois, and Sigismund III) for the Shooting (Kurkowe) Brotherhood in Lwów. These documents guarantee the brotherhood, among other things, the collection of a fee called "spaszne" from driven cattle, income from the Samostrzelnicza Tower, land in the Halicki suburb for a shooting range, and tax exemptions.

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.

Stefan Urbanowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, on treasury matters and the turbulent course of the sejmik in Poznań. He reports on the protests of the rebels, the blocking of the reading of magnates' letters, and a thwarted saber attack on the Voivode of Poznań.

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.

Jan Ciechowicz reports to Franciszek Głogowski on the course of the coronation of Augustus II in Kraków, the distribution of offices, and the resistance of the supporters of Primate Radziejowski. He also conveys news about the rout of the Turkish army at Petrovaradin and Zenta, as well as local skirmishes near Kamieniec.

The author informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about the stay of the Cardinal Primate in Warsaw, the arrival of the Swedish resident, and a planned council with supporters on Epiphany. The latest Toruń gazette is attached to the letter.