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Józef Brzeźnicki asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, to intervene with the Standard-Bearer of Kraków regarding the payment of overdue military pay from approved taxes. He points out the reluctance of the Chamberlain of Kraków to settle old debts and, in the event of the dignitary's departure, asks for a letter of recommendation to be sent by post.

Pope Julius II informs King Alexander Jagiellon of the appointment of Bernard Wilczek as Archbishop of Lviv, replacing Archbishop Andrzej, who was transferred to Gniezno. He urges the monarch to extend royal protection and benevolent support to the new pastor and his archdiocese.

The author presents the grievances resulting from a dispute with the Lviv magistrate and asks the vice-senior to use his influence to settle the matter. He mentions actions taken against him in Warsaw and Lviv and describes his paradoxical status as both a councilor and juror, and as a person deprived of these functions. He requests a clear response from the magistrate and the addressee, announcing that there is little time left to make a decision. If the case goes to court, he reserves the significance of this letter. A later cover links the dispute to Secretary Czechowicz; the text of the letter itself does not allow for a certain determination of his role.

Pope Julius II notifies the suffragans of the Lviv church of the preconization of Bernard to the office of Archbishop of Lviv following the transfer of the previous metropolitan, Andrzej, to the see of Gniezno. He orders them to show the new archbishop the obedience and reverence due to him.

Stanisław Kazimierz Bieniewski, Marshal of the Crown Tribunal, admonishes the Lviv magistracy for imprisoning wounded noblemen in a jail for thieves, deeming it an insult to the knightly estate. He calls upon the city authorities to cease these actions due to ongoing tribunal proceedings and reproaches them for their ingratitude regarding his previous intercessions with the King.

Stanisław of Chodecz, General Starosta of the Ruthenian lands, certifies an entry from the Lwów castle court records, in which Jan Rzeszowski acquits the Lwów councilors of the receipt of 130 grzywnas for an abandoned tenement house on Jewish Street in Lwów. Rzeszowski renounces all rights to this property, invalidates previous records, and commits to defending the city against claims from his relatives.

The author responds to the request of the Lviv Magistrate regarding a matter he deems just, and writes about reaching mutual satisfaction. He assures them of his goodwill towards the city and hopes for reciprocity. The key phrase defining the procedure, perhaps involving syndics, requires re-reading; the letter does not indicate that a settlement was reached.

King Alexander Jagiellon grants the Canon of Kamieniec and royal notary, Seweryn Herburt of Felsztyn, a plot or homestead in the village of Nahorce in the Lviv district. The grant is exempted from castle duties and transferred to land law.

The Prior acknowledges the obligation to appear before the assessor's court, but requests that the matter be settled by the city council court to avoid costs. He asks for the appointment of commissioners to inspect documents concerning the monastery's land. Due to a recent urgent trip, he requests a week until his return, exemption from assessor's court deadlines, and permission to continue construction until an amicable settlement is reached, with the buildings to be awarded to whoever is granted the land.

The document confirms and incorporates the endowment of the Lviv burgher Piotr Strzyżek, who donated his house to provide for the Polish preacher at the metropolitan cathedral in Lviv. The preacher was simultaneously obligated to celebrate two weekly masses in the chapel founded by the donor above the cathedral gate.

Józef Bem demands that the President of Lwów pay the outstanding two hundred zlotys for the lodging provided to Captain Rożnowski under a municipal contract. He also warns that he can no longer host the officer and asks for a new residence to be assigned to him.

King Alexander Jagiellon orders that for a period of two years, foreign merchants shall not purchase goods in Lviv from other visiting traders before the local burghers. Violation of this prohibition results in the confiscation of goods, which are to be allocated for the construction and repair of city fortifications.

Ignacy Behm, provisor of St. Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv, sends a report on the damages to hospital lands and asks his patron to secure favorable rulings before the Assessorial Court. In a postscript, he requests an urgent response to his previous letters and current news on the progress of the case.

Ignacy Behm, administrator of the Saint Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv, reports the unlawful seizure and plowing of hospital lands by the Konary cup-bearer, Jędrzejowski, despite a favorable ruling from the municipal court. Sending the legal documents, he asks the addressee for legal advice on further steps against the usurper.

Ignacy Behm sends the Warsaw attorney documentation concerning the rights of St. Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv and informs him of the transfer of a modest honorarium via Mr. Solski. He requests that the addressee cooperate with Mr. Flosierowicz in handling the case and announces that further legal documents will be sent by the next post.

Ignacy Behm sends copies of mandates issued by Mr. Jędrzejowski, exposing his unlawful and persistent claims to lands belonging to St. Stanislaus Hospital. He asks the protector for intervention and advocacy in defense of the interests of the hospital's poor.

Ignacy Behm, provisor of the St. Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv, asks the addressee for assistance in a conflict with Mr. Jędrzejowski, who has unlawfully seized hospital lands and is using threats to prevent the harvesting of crops. The author encloses a supplication to the Chancellor, requesting its delivery.

Ignacy Behm appeals to his patron to oversee the case of St. Stanislaus Hospital against Mr. Jędrzejowski and the Szymaniecki successors regarding seized lands at the Assessor's Court. He sends the summons and legal documents, requesting that the case be added to the docket and that the charges of violence be referred to the Magdeburg court.

Ignacy Behm, provisor of St. Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv, asks his patron to oversee the case against Mr. Jędrzejowski and the Szymańczewski successors at the Assessorial Courts to recover seized hospital lands. He also requests that the case be conducted as a countersuit and that the issue of committed acts of violence be referred in the first instance to the Magdeburg Court.

A document from the Lviv land court certifying the perpetual and voluntary division of hereditary and pledged estates in Zimna Woda after the deceased father between sisters Barbara and Małgorzata. The act details the division of peasant hides, wastelands, the manor, ponds, and meadows, and defines the rules for the common use of forests and pastures.

Envelope of a letter addressed to the Castellan of Kraków and Grand Hetman of the Crown, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, in Warsaw. The sender addresses the Hetman as his most singular lord and protector.

Belli previously refused to accept a bill of exchange from the Gdańsk merchant Rosenrot due to a lack of cash during urgent market business. Now, he is attempting to raise the sum from local and foreign merchants and declares his acceptance and future payment. The postscript concerns a difference/loss on thalers in Gdańsk and a lack of profit, but the exact request is unclear.

The document is an arbitration award issued by Lviv canons and the dean in a dispute between the Lviv city council and rector Jan Myszkowski. The arbitrators established the rules for the management of the Holy Spirit Hospital in Lviv and the procedures for disposing of testamentary bequests.

Robert Bell reports from Lviv about the resistance of the Jarosław magistrate to recognizing the Queen's privilege and their attempts to undermine it at the royal court. He asks Forbes to intervene with the starosta and announces that he will remain on-site to observe further developments.

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.

Provost of the Holy Spirit Hospital Jan Myszkowski and the mayor and councilors of Lviv submit the dispute over the management of the hospital and its assets to the Lviv canons as arbitrators. The parties undertake in good faith to submit to the amicable settlement under penalty of 200 florins.

Andreas Bell informs Arthur Forbes, who is staying in Lviv, about the successful collection of a barrel in Jarosław delivered by the carter Chmara and its placement in the cellar. The correspondence concludes with a polite closing and wishes for good health.

Andreas Bell informs Arthur Forbes about sending a barrel of saffron via George Griegry. He also mentions a chest dispatched two days earlier to Lviv by a Jewish carrier, Moszek Chybossowicz.

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.

King Alexander Jagiellon, at the request of the councilors and burghers of Lviv, abolishes the annual fair held on the feast of Saint Agnes. The decision was motivated by the devastation of the Ruthenian lands due to enemy invasions and the fact that merchant gatherings at that time brought the city more harm and danger than benefit.

Jan Stanisław Bełżecki informs Franciszek Głogowski about the difficulties in matchmaking the Mielnik judge's wife with Mr. Mikołaj due to her feelings for Mr. Komorzyński. He also reports rumors of a secret wedding in Lviv and advises against this marriage, which is mismatched in terms of age and wealth.

Jan Stanisław Bełżecki informs Franciszek Głogowski about successfully thwarting the marriage plans of the Podstolina of Mielnik with Mr. Kośmiński and urges him to quickly take action on behalf of Mr. Mikołaj. He also returns fifty zlotys borrowed and declares his continued support and favor.

King Alexander Jagiellon exempts the subjects of the village of Honiatycze, belonging to the Lviv Chapter, for 15 years from all labor services and stationing for the Lviv castle due to the destruction caused by Turks and Tatars. He orders the Lviv Starosta, Stanisław of Chodecz, and his successors to strictly observe this relief.

Becker discusses the success of Forbes' trade as well as wine and court matters. He conveys Daniel Stuart's request for a letter to Forbes regarding a London debt and warns against further indebtedness. He mentions the purchase or shipment of goods from Hamburg, a receipt, and the need for letters for transport opportunities.

The author discusses the delivery of a letter, trade matters, sugar, and settlements via Gdańsk and Świdnica. He mentions intermediaries, money, and a bill of exchange. He recommends acquaintances to the addressee, announces further instructions, and requests continued correspondence.

Becker considers outstanding settlements and debt collection from Lviv Jews, whose promises he does not trust. He discusses the actions of intermediaries, the need for correspondence, and an account. He adds a note about payments and a final balance of 824 [?].

Jan Frideryk Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the misunderstandings related to the mission of his servant Anton and contacts with Turkish merchants. He clarifies the issue of endorsing and executing a bill of exchange for 150 oxen with the possibility of payment in Świdnica or Gdańsk.

Johann Friedrich Becker thanks Artur Forbes for the dogs sent, discusses financial settlements, the correction of a debt document, and the matter of support for Daniel Zytkower. He also requests information regarding prices and the possibility of ordering and transporting Gdańsk goods and wine to Jarosław and Stanisławów.

Jan F. Beker informs Arthur Forbes about issues concerning the ox trade, the status of a bill of exchange for Teodor Czernowicz, and the collection of debts from the late Jurik, Daniel, and other debtors. He also conveys thanks for the news received and comments on reports regarding the battles between Imperial troops and the Turks, as well as the plans of the Polish King.

Jan Fried. Becker asks Arthur Forbes for help and intercession in obtaining a loan of several hundred florins. In the letter, he also touches upon current war events with the Turks and the movements of Christian troops.

Jan Fryderyk Beker informs Arthur Forbes about his state of health, financial matters, and the ox trade, and intercedes on behalf of a merchant requesting cloth for the Jarosław fair. He also recommends Mr. Zygmunt Gutryt to finalize a cattle purchase transaction.

Jan Fryderyk Beker informs Arthur Forbes about financial settlements, the wintering of oxen, and false reports regarding enemy movements near the border. In a postscript, he commends Mr. Zelmar to the addressee, requesting that he be granted credit and vouching for him.

Johann Friedrich Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the delays in settlements and assures him of a prompt payment, citing difficulties in obtaining cash. He also informs him about the delivery of Oels cloth, the absence of Lorer, and ongoing negotiations regarding disputed financial claims.

King Alexander Jagiellon orders Ruthenian and Podolian officials, including the Starosta of Lwów, to assist the burghers of Lwów in enforcing the staple right by arresting merchants bypassing Lwów and confiscating their goods for the royal treasury.

Becke notifies about the shipment via Davidson's carriers, provides transport costs and a list of Dutch cloth, adds black cloth of his own production, and an invoice for Forbes.

Gottfried Becke informs Arthur Forbes about the progress of price negotiations and the purchase of various batches of cloth in Gdańsk, providing a detailed list of ordered fabric colors. He announces the shipment of goods to Lwów after St. John's Day and asks the addressee to assist his brother.

Becke asks for the settlement with the carrier to be taken into account. He itemizes the freight, the value of goods declared for customs in Toruń, fees, and a total bill of 192 florins 6 groschen.

Gottfried Becker informs Arthur Forbes about receiving a small sum of money from Mrs. Wenton and leaving it with his brother while awaiting further instructions. He explains the reasons for not sending the cash to Lviv and expresses hope for a meeting during the fair in Jarosław.

The sender replies to Forbes regarding notes, a shipment, and money, requests a refund from an account, and commissions the purchase of flax and other goods. He suggests settling the debt through Dominik in Gdańsk.

Becke sends Forbes a royal proclamation concerning Scotland. He informs him about another text announced in England, of which he has not yet received a copy, and considers it milder. He mentions a previous letter regarding a change concerning Wonoski[?], reminds him about the purchase of his shipment, and asks him to show the proclamation to Charles Pain.