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Baillie delivered Forbes's letter to Hiltzner. The debtor declared a lack of cash, pointed to previous payments of one thousand on the addressee's account, and promised further payment. The author anticipates difficulties in realizing the bill of exchange in Lublin.

Baillie describes a long journey and matters detaining his companions in Lublin and Warsaw. He intends to toast Forbes's health with a glass of wine. He does not expect a quick payment from Thomson, who is waiting for a person associated with Bydgoszcz.

Baillie reports on his contacts with Hiltzner, Thomson, and Burnett, and his expectation of payment. He intends to pursue the money in Gdańsk. He describes a troublesome stomach pain and being hosted by a friend who served good Hungarian wine.

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.

Andreas Bell reports from Jarosław on arrangements with the landlord concerning the preparation and remodeling of lodging for Forbes, as well as difficulties in reaching an agreement on costs. He also provides information on financial matters, news from acquaintances, and the departure of a group of Scots to Radzięcin for communion.

Robert Bell requests Arthur Forbes to maintain the arrest on disputed goods in Leipzig and to withhold their release to Mr. West until his personal arrival at the end of the month. He emphasizes his financial claims and announces an imminent meeting.

Birrel describes an attempt to detain him and his goods in Przeworsk due to a dispute with a Jewish leaseholder collecting a fee. Initially, he denies his presence, but witnesses confirm it. According to the author, he was released after explaining that he was transporting goods for the Castellan of Krakow. He warns Forbes that his goods are being watched.

George Wastÿ thanks Arthur Forbes for his assistance in the affairs of the city of Jarosław and entrusts him with the mission of collecting money from two bills of exchange from Alexander Bayly in Lwów. He also informs him about the commercial stagnation and the death and funeral of Andrew Pettendrich.

George Wast acknowledges receipt of correspondence and thanks Arthur Forbes for his involvement in city affairs. He wishes him a recovery through the medicines he is taking and expresses hope for a meeting soon.

George Wast informs Arthur Forbes about the delivery of a royal mandate to the city of Jarosław concerning their interests and the delay of the municipal authorities in providing a response. He requests legal steps to be taken, intercession with the Starosta of Wiska, and actions at the royal court.

George Wast informs the Lviv merchant Arthur Forbes about the shipment of a chest of white cups from Gdańsk via the carrier Kazimierz, commissioned by Mr. Seyler. He requests that the shipment be received in good condition and that the transport costs be settled.

George Wast informs Arthur Forbes in Lwów from Jarosław about financial matters, settlements with Bukiewicz and Duinskes, and the rental of a room. He also reports on the delivery of lemons, the arrangement of a sugar bowl, and sends greetings to mutual acquaintances.

Georgen Wast informs Arthur Forbes that he has left 300 thalers with Mr. Thomas for him as a partial debt repayment and expresses gratitude for the credit extended. The author also announces his upcoming departure to Jarosław.

George Wasto informs Arthur Forbes about trade negotiations in Jarosław, rental prices, and the shipment of cloth via Szczebrzeszyn to Warsaw. He also requests assistance, the issuance of a power of attorney, and intervention with the commandant to enforce and seize the money owed to him.

Piotr Wast informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the collection of cloth from the merchant de Alberti on the orders of General Brandt. He explains the discrepancy in the number of bolts of red and blue cloth and reports that the goods have been packed and sealed.

Huison reports partial payments, a dispute over belt prices and silk sales. He also mentions proceedings against the treasurer and corrects a rumour about the Pomeranian voivode’s death.

Huison reports terms with Saskiewicz and further payment promises. He mentions a confidential plan to recover a mint, connected with an offer of silver; personal identities and figures remain uncertain.

Huison confirms payment of 5905 and 20 grosz Bm to Knab. He describes delayed settlements, belt-price negotiations and a shortage of coin, adding Sejm and court news.

Huison describes difficulty collecting debts, the low price of silk and stalled Sejm business. He passes on a report from Dutch news of the Duke of York’s proclamation as king.

Saskiewicz refuses payment before the Tribunal and wants to return belts. Huison arranges money for Gdańsk, discusses goods prices and seeks replies from the marshal, treasurer and quartermaster.

Huison reports difficulty recovering debts, competition among silk merchants and the election of a marshal. He also mentions efforts to obtain a court document concerning Simervall.

Huison confirms Seidell’s payment, the payment to Knab and money from the elder Saskiewicz. The younger debtor postpones payment until the Sejm ends. The author discusses belt prices and difficulty selling silk.

Huison still awaits money, negotiates Saskiewicz’s acceptance of belts and asks Forbes to press him directly. He discusses Cuming’s payments, money for Gdańsk and the quartermaster’s promise to pay.

Huison describes Saskiewicz’s refusal to pay, money sent to Gdańsk and efforts to collect a regimental debt. He also conveys news from Toruń of a lead-laden barge sinking beneath a bridge.

Petter Sommerwell expresses his regret over the arrest of his person and goods in Lublin at the request of Arthur Forbes, explaining the state of their mutual accounts and the difficulties in selling his property. He asks the addressee for consideration, repayment within reasonable limits, and proposes an amicable settlement of the dispute with the help of mutual acquaintances.

The city councilors of Lwów enter into their municipal records a document by the provost of the Bełz hospital, Fr. Marcin Strykowski, establishing a prebend at the hospital church in Bełz, endowed among others with Lwów townhouses and estates near Bełz. The founder transfers the right of patronage over this prebend to the Lwów magistrate after his death.

Father Potępski demands the removal of plague victims from his house opposite the Bernardine convent, where they were placed by the magistrate's decision. The clergyman complains about the contamination of the building and the lack of income necessary to pay off the debt on the property, asking for a resolution to the problem.

Józef Potocki invites the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to Stanisławów for the holidays to discuss public affairs and a planned campaign against the Cossacks. He also reports on awaiting an intelligence report regarding the movements of the Budjak Horde and expresses concerns about burdensome military contributions.

Robert Ross advises Arthur Forbes on litigation tactics against the opposing party, warning against insincere settlement proposals and recommending reliance on a final court judgment. He also addresses his own financial arrears to the recipient and promises a prompt partial repayment.

Robert Ross explains to Arthur Forbes the unfavorable form of payment made in shillings, citing difficulties in collecting debts and expressing regret over previous purchases in Jarosław. He also informs him about the status of their joint lawsuit handled by Mr. Wast before the upcoming end of the court session.

Robert Ross informs Arthur Forbes about expenses and payments for his servant departing for oxen, the state of the cash left behind, bills of exchange, and the collection of debts. He also conveys news about sending a horse to Zamość and rumors of clashes with the Tatars.

Robert Ross explains to the Krakow merchant Arthur Forbes matters of financial settlements, bill of exchange circulation, trade in tallow and morocco leather, and the case of a horse in Zamość. He also informs him about the concentration of Crown troops near Gliniany, the movements of Tatar-Turkish forces, and his planned departure for the Hungarian border.