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The Rohatyn magistrate sends representatives to the Sejm in Kraków, asking Wojciech Zimnicki to support the confirmation of old privileges and exemption from tolls in the Crown. They allow for a reduction in the scope of the relief if a general exemption proves impossible. They promise to compensate for the work and reimburse expenses.

The scribe of Rohatyn supports the delegates' request for the confirmation of privileges. He assures that the city will cover the expenses and compensate Zimnicki for his work. Privately, he asks for advice regarding housing, as he cannot afford the annual rent.

Jan Brzozowski asks the scribe Zimnicki to handle the suffragan's case in Warsaw. He sends a copy to be signed and sealed; alternatively, he suggests the involvement of Zycherman [?].

Stanisław Bogusławski reports to Wojciech Zimnicki on the progress of proceedings before the Tribunal in Piotrków against Wielki and informs him of the transfer of the case to Lublin. He makes an urgent request for the submission of proper castle court powers of attorney and original royal decrees necessary for the defense of the Siekierzyński gentlemen and Langisz.

Piotr Borsuk appeals against the verdict of the Sambor councilors in a dispute over a house. He asks Wojciech Zimnicki for support, citing a family bond through his wife. He presents his own version of the successive sales and recovery of the property.

Wacławowicz promises to strive for a mandate without mentioning the moratorium and rejects the claim that it is impossible to issue a contrary document from the chancellery. He describes the efforts of the chancellor and the difficult access to the dignitary.

King Sigismund I the Old grants the municipal bathhouse located opposite the Franciscan monastery to the mayor, councilors, and the city of Lwów in perpetual ownership, along with the rent previously paid to the royal castle. The income from the bathhouse is intended to support the municipal treasury, which is burdened with expenses for the repair and expansion of fortifications.

Grochowski allocates French and Venetian glass to rooms, urges completion of the palace and pay of three złoty a week for the mason. He mentions Prussian war taxes and an attack on the suffragan in Venice.

Grochowski specifies marble plaques, glazing, a painted ceiling and velvet chairs, requesting completion before Michaelmas. He also comments on a bishop’s conflict with the king and an Armenian matter.

Archbishop Stanisław Grochowski informs the Lviv municipal scribe Wojciech Zimnicki about the granting of a prebend to Father Stamirowski and urges him regarding ongoing construction work. He also expresses indignation at the incompetence of his subordinates regarding the transport of a scow and orders the organization of carts to transport the cargo to Lviv.

Archbishop of Lviv Stanisław Grochowski informs Wojciech Zimnicki about sending funds for construction work on the tenement house and orders him to focus on finishing the walls and gates. He also asks for potential temporary coverage of any missing funds and for the delivery of a letter to Mr. Wojakowski.

Stanisław Dudkowicz sends Wojciech Zimnicki a letter from the Starosta of Lwów for his review, in order to warn him against intrigues and slanders arising in the Lwów castle court. He explains that he has already provided the Starosta with an appropriate response, denying that the Sambor authorities had anything to do with the matter.

Felicjan Zaleski informs the council scribe Wojciech Zimnicki that the King has postponed the trial of the Prussian jurisdiction until November 1st, and declares his intention to meet the September deadline. He also inquires about current news from the East regarding the threat posed by the Turks and Tatars.

Felicjan Zaleski explains the difficulties in meeting the deadline for the commission in Lviv due to a conflict with the proceedings of the Prussian jurisdiction. He assures his readiness to serve the city and hopes for a postponement of the matters to a later date.

Felicjan Zaleski recommends the Dean of Kamieniec, who is traveling to Lviv, to the council scribe Wojciech Zimnicki, asking him to show the Dean every kindness. He also expresses his anticipation for news from those parts.

Aleksy Zarychta sends New Year's greetings to Wojciech Zimnicki, expressing joy at his prosperity and recommending mutual friends. He also informs him about military burdens, the Tatar threat, and receiving a nomination for the office of the Kyiv officialis.

Jakub Zyzański, the wójt (reeve) of Chęciny, sends New Year's greetings and small gifts to Wojciech Zimnicki, clerk of the wójt court in Lwów, and his family. At the same time, he asks him to take his son, Jan, under his care so that he may assist in the Lwów chancellery and learn under the addressee's guidance.

Helena Zimnicka explains to her brother the reasons for the delay in correspondence and shares news about the good health of their mother and relatives, expressing relief at dismissing rumors of his alleged death. She also reports on the passing and testamentary provisions of their brother Sebastian and expresses a fervent desire for a prompt personal meeting.

Wojciech Zimnicki explains to his wife that, at the request of the Lviv city councilors, he must remain in Warsaw after the Sejm to finalize municipal matters. He also provides instructions regarding the management of their garden, recommending an increase in the lease fee or cultivating the land personally for household needs.

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.

Wojciech Zimnicki reiterates his request to Jan Rudawski to undertake the defense of Lviv councilor Marcin Hayder in a dispute with the Scotsman Tomzicki. He assures that the trial records will be sent and that the due remuneration will be paid through Mr. Lewos and the steward Samuel Edward.

Brother Raymund Zimnicki OP, while studying in Naples, apologizes to his mother for a previous bitter letter caused by poverty and harsh living conditions. He begs his parents for financial support to pay for books, bedding, academic promotion, and his return to the country, indicating safe ways to send the money.

Father Rajmund Zimnicki informs his father about the complaints made by the Prior of Rohatyn against his brother-in-law concerning an unresolved legal dispute. The friar asks his father to treat the matter with kindness, announcing that the Prior will provide further details in person.

Doctor Marcin Kampian informs Wojciech Zimnicki about sending juice and beverages for the Bishop of Przemyśl and other dignitaries by wagon to the Tribunal, urging the prompt delivery of correspondence from the Archbishop. He also conveys news from Lviv about peace from the Tatars and the movements of the Cupbearer leaving Ukraine.

Tomasz Kozicki asks Anna Zimnicka to persuade her husband, the Lwów scribe, to reach an agreement with Mr. Pegłowski. The author informs her that he has sent a messenger and expects written instructions regarding the further course of the matter.

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.

The City Council of Lwów, under the leadership of Mayor Erasmus Sixtus, approves and renews a set of fourteen regulatory articles for the Lwów shoemakers' guild, based on ancient royal privileges and the law of Kraków. The statute regulates, among other things, master requirements, the prohibition of unauthorized work, relations with tanners and cordwainers, market stall issues, and the religious and guild duties of the guild brethren.

Jan Lisowski writes in haste to the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki, earnestly requesting that while traveling through Lublin to Warsaw, he should not bypass his home and should announce his arrival in advance. He also sends regards to Zimnicki's wife and assures him of his good health.

The document certifies the admission of Mikołaj Bajdułowicz, an Armenian originally from Suceava, to the citizenship of Lviv after he took an oath of allegiance to the King and the city. The city councilors request customs officials to respect his status as a burgher and to exempt him and his goods from all customs duties, tolls, and fees.

Stanisław Łubieniecki writes to the Lwów scribe Wojciech Zimnicki about disagreements with the Archdeacon regarding the appearance of the rooms and asks for a detailed list of the needs of the masons working on the construction site.

Stanisław Łubieniecki informs Wojciech Zimnicki about sending money (2000 PLN) and orders for French glass and furniture from a joinery workshop bearing the Archbishop's coat of arms (Lamb / Junosza), also requesting detailed measurements of the palace under construction (windows, doors, stoves, stairs).

Wojciech Muldorfus informs his brother-in-law, Wojciech Zimnicki, about matters related to the execution of testamentary legacies and the foundation of the mansionaries, while requesting news from Lviv and Constantinople. He also reports on placing the student entrusted to his care in the Zamość school and organizing his further education.

Lviv Suffragan Zachariasz Nowoszycki describes the ceremonial entry of the new Archbishop into Lviv, the numerous feasts for the city councilors and Armenians, as well as the state of renovation works in the Archbishop's residence and disputes within the chapter. In the letter, he also asks Zimnicki, who is staying in Warsaw, to purchase Indian cloth and reports on the health of his wife.

Mikołaj Ostroróg criticizes the authorities of Lwów for filing audacious protests against the sejmik, tax levies, and the kaptur court, which has caused outrage among the nobility. He advises the councilors to seek a resolution to the dispute, reach an agreement with the kaptur judges, and utilize the mediation of the Crown Chancellor.

Andrzej Pawłowski reports to the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki on conversations with servants and craftsmen, including attempts to persuade Szymon to return to service. He also reports on furs purchased by Mr. Łukasz and asks for the mother to be provided for in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Wojciech Portens urges the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki to settle the payment for five barrels of wine sent a year ago. He reminds him that the transport risk rested with the recipient, while declaring his readiness to participate in the costs of seeking compensation for the damage incurred.

Katarzyna Rusznikarka from Sambor apologizes to the scribe's wife, Anna Zimnicka, for the delay in her arrival caused by poor road conditions and promises to deliver the prepared fruit in person soon. She also asks her to convey a request for support to a journeyman in a time of urgent need, promising appropriate compensation.

Tomasz Sakowski asks the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki to obtain from the papal legate a letter authorizing the reception of priestly ordination outside the canonical time and to grant a release from canonical impediments. He provides his personal details, including his age and diocesan affiliation, while assuring that all costs will be covered.

Marcin Świeżawski informs Jan Zimnicki that he has taken up the case entrusted to him and warns of the impending final deadline for submitting judgments and supporting the appeal. He requests the prompt dispatch of documents and funds necessary to overcome the encountered difficulties.

Aleksander Trzebiński asks the mayor and councilors of Lviv to kindly consider his case entrusted to Mr. Załęski. At the same time, he warmly recommends Załęski for the vacant office of council clerk, pointing to his high competence and diligence.

Jakub Maksymilian Fredro asks Wojciech Zimnicki to settle a debt with the goldsmith Grünwald based on a contract left by his late brother, the Bishop of Bacău. He also forwards a letter to the Archbishop of Lviv, requesting the remission of a one-hundred-zloty debt incurred by the deceased.

Jagnieszka Chmielowa asks Anna Zimnicka about plans for a joint pilgrimage to Częstochowa and requests an early notice so she can hire a coachman. She also provides a detailed settlement of funds sent for purchased goods and asks for the redemption of items pawned with Mr. Jezierski.

Jagnieszka Chmielowa asks Anna Zimnicka to send back a wagon, supplies, and personal items left behind in haste in Lviv, and to purchase silk (kitajka) and olive oil for the nuns. She also addresses the matter of sending wine to the doctor's wife, as well as current settlements and errands.

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.

Fr. Chryzostom Janiecki sends late New Year's greetings to Wojciech Zimnicki along with a gift of beer. He asks him to mediate in delivering a letter and barrels of beer to the Archbishop, the Official, and Fr. Barankowski, and announces his upcoming visit to Lviv.

Zygmunt Misakowski justifies the delay in repaying a debt by the need to collect receivables from debtors and asks for the return of a saber left in Lviv. Attached to the letter is a postscript by Zygmunt Płaza with a declaration of prompt repayment of his own debt upon returning to Lubaczów.

Urszula Dawydowiczowa and Łazarz Krzysztofowicz appeal to the city scribe Wojciech Zimnicki for legal assistance and protection in a guardianship dispute with Daniel Hołubowicz. They report an unfavorable verdict from the Lviv wójt court and the filing of an appeal to the King, requesting the engagement of an experienced lawyer and intercession with the Chancellor.

The parish priest of Rawa asks the Lviv city scribe Wojciech Zimnicki for assistance regarding his relatives' appeal against a verdict of the Potylicz court concerning rights to a disputed field. He seeks to have the defendants released from an unjustly imposed oath and to settle the dispute by returning the sum originally paid for the land.