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Lviv spice merchant Michał Stryjski sends Artur Forbos 250 zlotys as debt repayment and a basin via Mr. Lewek. He simultaneously requests the urgent shipment of ordered saffron of two varieties before his planned departure for the fair in Stryi.

D. Stoffeln responds to the letter from the President and Magistrate of Lviv, stating that the issue of grievances raised does not fall within his jurisdiction. He advises the city authorities to seek justice from their direct superiors.

Captain Steczkiewicz requests the President of Lviv to arrest the individuals who filed a false report concerning the death of a girl on his wife's farm. He explains that she died of natural causes following a two-week fever and diarrhea, despite having been provided with proper care.

Assessor J. F. Stetkiewicz responds to a summons from the Lviv magistrate concerning the settlement of old arrears, recalling a previous royal decree and the fact that he ceased commercial activities upon taking office in 1744. He points to the losses he has suffered and the ongoing lawsuit regarding his seized property, appealing to the city authorities for understanding and to refrain from causing him further distress.

The Rector of the Krakow Academy, Fr. K. Stępkowski, sends the President of Lviv a licentiate of law recommended for the office of municipal syndic. He expresses his hope that the candidate will duly fulfill his duties in accordance with the expectations of the city authorities.

Kazimierz Stankiewicz intervenes with the President of Lviv on behalf of the Starosta of Poturzyce in a dispute with a dishonest tenant, Aleksander Konarski, who fled from a rented shop after committing robbery and vandalism. On behalf of the Starosta, he requests a fair handling of the case and favor for his resident, Antoni Ceglarski.

Marcin Stamirowski, Cupbearer of Lviv, replies to the Lviv City Councilors regarding a letter concerning trade disputes and the ox market. In his convoluted and fragmentarily preserved explanations, he mentions, among other things, transactions involving the son of the Voivode of Bełz and the Chamberlain.

Antoni Stamirowski justifies his delay in traveling to Lwów due to illness, poor road conditions, and the necessity of visiting a widowed relative in Zamość. He announces his arrival for February 22nd, proposes a meeting at the manor of the late Castellan Koropatnicki, and mentions the satisfaction of the envoys with the negotiations held so far.

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.

Antoni Stamirowski assures Jan Jabłonowski of his unwavering friendship and reports on his stay in Lublin and health issues before Shrovetide. He explains that due to his departure for a conference, he will provide a detailed account of events only after his safe return to Lviv.

Antoni Stamirowski, Deputy Cup-bearer of Halicz, informs about the successful conclusion of his efforts to win the hand of the daughter of the Lwów Chamberlain and invites the addressee to the wedding ceremony scheduled for May 5th. He declares his gratitude and readiness to reciprocate the favor.

Antoni Stamirowski apologizes to Franciszek Głogowski for being unable to fulfill his request to provide spring grain for sowing, explaining that he himself must purchase it in Lviv for his own needs in the Mostyska Starosty. He assures him of his goodwill and readiness to provide favors in the future.

Mikołaj Stadnicki sends Father Nowicki to Franciszek Głogowski regarding a certain matter with a request for a favor. He expresses regret over the difficult situation, entrusting the resolution of the matter to his envoy.

Mikołaj Stadnicki reports to Franciszek Głogowski on the course of his conversations with Her Grace, who maintains her promises and favor towards his house. He discusses the issue of claims related to the carnival period and seeks to settle the matter without unnecessary delay.

Mikołaj Stadnicki sends his condolences to Franciszek Głogowski in response to a letter received. He also declares his readiness to act in Niemirów and proceeds to discuss current business matters.

Teresa Stadnicka informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stadnicki, about the marriage of her daughter to Mr. Bal, scheduled for January 20 in Niemirów. On this occasion, she cordially invites the addressee and his wife to the wedding ceremony.

Teresa Stadnicka thanks Franciszek Głogowski for his kindness and comments on the reports from the letter of the Łomża Sub-steward. Entrusting the matter to God's will, she informs him that she is patiently awaiting her son's safe return.

Jerzy Stawecki apologizes to Franciszek Głogowski for the failure of their agreement and asks him to return to Bełz to finalize the contract. He also mentions Mr. Wydzga, who would also like to reach an agreement with the addressee.

Jan Sochacki sends a tabular extract and asks the addressee to mediate with bailiff Frank or Białoruski to file a request for the deletion of encumbrances from the house's tabular register. He explains his absence from Lwów due to illness and a lawsuit with his wife, and offers compensation for the assistance from a sum owed to him by Count Cwerts.

The Bench College replies to the Lviv Magistrate that the issue of road and waterworks repairs belongs to the city stewards, over whom they have no disciplinary authority, although they have urged them to act with diligence. At the same time, the benchers request assistance in filling official vacancies, proposing to persuade or compel doctors of medicine to join the municipal authorities.

Bishop-elect of Kraków Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the mayor and councilors of Lviv for the prayers and wishes sent on the occasion of Christmas and the New Year. In response, he reciprocates the congratulations, wishing the city authorities abundant divine blessings and every prosperity.

Kajetan Sołtyk, Bishop-nominate of Kraków, thanks the Vice-Mayor and Councilors of Lwów for their remembrance, holiday wishes, and congratulations on his appointment to the Kraków bishopric. He assures the municipal authorities of his lasting gratitude and goodwill.

Kajetan Sołtyk, Bishop of Kraków, thanks the authorities of Lviv for the courtesies sent on the occasion of the past holidays and the New Year. In response, he sends the councilors and the entire city mutual wishes for all prosperity for the coming years.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the Lviv Magistrate for the New Year's greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates the wishes, wishing the councilors full divine blessings for the current and future years.

Kajetan Sołtyk, Bishop of Kraków, gratefully responds to the New Year's greetings sent by the Lviv magistrate. He reciprocates the wishes for prosperity with God's blessing and declares his favor.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the authorities of Lviv for the Easter greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates with expressions of respect and wishes for God's blessing for all members of the magistrate.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the city authorities of Lviv for the New Year's greetings sent to him. In his response, he assures the councilors of his constant goodwill and offers them reciprocal wishes for all prosperity.

Kraków Bishop Kajetan Sołtyk thanks the Lviv magistrate for their holiday greetings and supports their efforts to preserve the rights of the Kraków Academy to appoint the rector of the local academic colony, which are threatened by the actions of the Archbishop of Lviv. He declares his intention to intervene by letter with the hierarch and, if necessary, to personally engage in the dispute as chancellor and visitor of the university.

Archbishop Jan Dymitr Solikowski expresses deep indignation at the arbitrariness and violence affecting the residents and clergy of Lviv. He urges the municipal authorities to immediately notify the hetmans and the castellan, declaring his personal intercession and support in the Senate.

Stanisław Sobolewski notifies the authorities of Lviv about the theft of property worth fifteen thousand zlotys, committed in his Warsaw townhouse. He asks the magistrate to support the servants sent in pursuit to capture the thief who fled to Lviv and to recover the stolen items.

The parish priest of Gołogóry, A. Sobecki, writes to a Lviv municipal official requesting clarification and the reversal of the confiscation of church products intended for sale. He recalls his past relations with the Lviv authorities and suggests that if the matter is not resolved amicably, he will appeal to influential protectors, including the Crown Master of the Hunt.

Teofila Sobieska declares neighborly goodwill to the Lviv councilors and, despite the previous refusal to allow merchants into her tenement house, she accedes to the city's request. She also announces that she is sending her treasurer, Zbrożek, to the site to settle the matter.

Jan Sobieski reminds the Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, of his promise to keep thirty horses of the Tatar banner in the muster roll without reducing the armored banner. He appeals for distinguishing faithful servants from the soldiers who are crowding to obtain military positions after the conclusion of peace.

Jakub Sobieski, Voivode of Ruthenia, thanks the Lviv councilors for their vigilance and concern for the security of the capital of the Ruthenian lands. In response to their letter, he sends an infantry detachment to Lviv with orders to guard the Boruc house and cooperate with the city magistrate.

Jakub Sobieski expresses his sympathy to the Lviv councilors regarding their conflicts with the Archbishop and informs them that he has sent a letter appealing for an amicable or legal resolution to the dispute without the use of violence. He also reports on the order to issue summons against the Jews.

Voivode Jakub Sobieski advises the Lwów councilors to withdraw their appeal and conclude a confidential financial settlement with the Jews concerning a theft at St. Stanislaus Church. He also addresses the unfounded claims of Father Łukasz regarding a confiscated tenement house and requests the proper allocation of a hospital legacy left by the late Dean of Zamość.

Jakub Sobieski asks Father Adam Zborowski to indicate the needs related to the preparation of a funeral dinner. He is concerned with hosting the arriving guests in a manner worthy of the deceased's high status.

Jakub Sobieski informs Father Adam Zborowski about scheduling a funeral service for Tuesday morning. The letter concludes with traditional farewell formulas and the signature of the Crown Cup-bearer.

Jakub Sobieski consoles Fr. Adam Zborowski after the death of his father and provides assurances regarding the diligent execution of the will and the protection of the estate. At the same time, he opposes the intention to bury the deceased outside the cemetery, insisting on a dignified funeral in a church in Lviv.

Franciszek Smolka asks Aleksander Morgenbess for urgent and detailed information regarding the valuation and condition of the Żużel estate, which is to be auctioned. He also reports on his political stay in Vienna and Pest, with particular emphasis on a one-hour private conversation with Prince Napoleon and meetings with Austrian and Hungarian ministers.

Franciszek Smolka reports on the behind-the-scenes events regarding the motion submitted to the Diet of Galicia and Lodomeria to withdraw Galician deputies from the Imperial Council in Vienna. He describes the resulting agitation among the authorities, the reaction of the deputies, and the enthusiastic support of the residents of Lviv.

Franciszek Smolka reports to Aleksander Morgenbess on the turbulent reaction of the press and parliamentary deputies to his political motion, and its referral to a committee despite opposition. He also mentions the summoning of Governor Gołuchowski to Vienna and the publication of his biography in the 'Tygodnik Lwowski'.

Franciszek Smolka reports on press attacks against his parliamentary motion and announces the disclosure of his political program during the parliamentary debate. He also asks the recipient to read a newly published German-language pamphlet concerning the Polish cause and to assist in its distribution.

Franciszek Smolka reveals to Aleksander Morgenbess his authorship of anonymous political letters and explains his position on the role of Austria in the partitions and Polish affairs. He argues that the restoration of Poland will soon become a hard political necessity for the partitioning powers, especially Austria and Germany, rather than a matter of sentiment.

Franciszek Smolka sends Morgenbess a confiscated issue of the "Dziennik Lwowski" hidden inside another publication and encourages him to engage in a press polemic. He also comments on the escalating political conflict with the government, announcing firm resistance against the ministry's actions.

Franciszek Smolka analyzes the government's policy following the dissolution of several provincial diets and warns against the influence of centralists in Austria-Hungary. He appeals to Aleksander Morgenbesser to influence the upcoming elections in Bukovina to ensure the election of deputies who support the federalist constitutional opposition.

Alexander Smith reports from Königsberg on the prolonged treatment of his leg and delays to the ship carrying the Company's goods, caused by the threat of Turkish pirates. He also informs about the uncertainty regarding the vessel's ability to return with the cargo within the current year.

Alexander Smith expresses his surprise at the refusal to return the sent books and lists the significant expenses incurred for them. In exchange for the retained volumes, he asks the addressee to send a piece of fine linen or cambric for shirts.

Mikołaj Slągowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia on his efforts in Gdańsk to secure a bill of exchange for the amount of 6000 zlotys from hiberna funds. He sends the first copy of the bill received from Mrs. Materówna and describes the negotiations concerning Mr. Zenewa's obligations.

Lithuanian Field Hetman Józef Bogusław Słuszka thanks his nephew, Voivode of Volhynia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for remembering him and for settling the Stadnicki family matter. He also sends his respects to the Voivodess and declares his constant goodwill and readiness to serve.