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The Emperor congratulates the Polish cavalry on their victory over the Turks and Tatars on the Dniester and on the captured loot. He thanks God and expresses hope that the success will be completed by the recovery of Kamieniec.

Piotr Abramowicz addresses Stanisław Suski, the deputy starosta of Mościska. Legible fragments concern fish, the lack of something, and faint hope; there is also a mention of Jews and a prince. Significant reading difficulties make it impossible to reliably reconstruct the conditions or direction of the transaction. The date, signature, and address are much more legible than the content.

Draft conditions for a sum of 11,500 for the city's needs: 8 percent commission until the expiration of the lease of Brzuchowice and Zamarstynów, further possession of these estates as security for the combined sum of 35,500, the possibility of adding a farmstead, and repayment in the same nature of currency.

Augustynowicz intercedes for the orchard tenant, Szymon. A competitor, offering 20 instead of 40 zlotys, allegedly later trespassed on the orchard and took apples.

Augustynowicz confirms receipt of the letter from the 8th of the current month. He sends the response orally via a mounted messenger, who is to overtake the foot messenger.

A request to submit a written petition regarding the Zamarstynów fire site for the city council's deliberation. The author urges a quick resolution due to other interests.

The author responds to a payment demand, refers to a previous resolution, and sends Łagocki. He justifies the difficulties with damages to the estates after the encampment of the Danes and subsequent troop movements; illness prevents him from attending the meeting.

The sender reports on the proceedings before the Rota regarding St. Lazarus Hospital. After obtaining absolution with the help of a breve, it was decided who is entitled to manage the hospital. He points to the prior and the senior brothers and the decision of May 15. He hopes for victory but continues to strive to conclude the case and mentions legal expenses.

Antici received the magistrate's letters through his envoy, who arrived in Rome on November 15. He assures of further help in defending public rights and announces a joint consultation with the envoy and Stefanoni on measures leading to a successful conclusion of the case.

After reading the archbishop's official declaration, Antici advises a settlement. He claims that the intended transfer of the painting of the Mother of God from the chapel is to leave the patronage rights, foundations, and services intact, and further litigation may expose the magistrate to defeat, disgrace, and costs. He proposes mediation by a learned clergyman friendly to both sides.

Antici assures his commitment to the addressees' affairs and the obtaining of a prohibition from the Sacred Congregation of the Council. He requests a power of attorney issued to himself, with the right to appoint Franciszek Stefanoni or another deputy, and funds for expenses. He declares that he is not seeking his own fee.

The author received two letters, documents, and a transfer from Warsaw smaller than announced: 54 ducats, corresponding to 27 Hungarian ducats, instead of 30. He refers the matter to Stefanoni, to whom further correspondence should be directed. He explains that the chapter may support the archbishop and mentions an information letter submitted to the Congregation.

The author reports on the conclusion of the Sejm on St. Mary Magdalene's Day and the settlement of some city matters. He mentions 5000 florins in a partially illegible clause and asks for the city to be indebted for 6000 florins. The Armenian case remains to be judged. The rest concerns care for his wife, the harvest, servants, buying meat, and selling grain.

The author asks for the enclosed letters to be given to his wife and colleagues and for the necessary things to be sent quickly. He mentions bad roads and dangerous water crossings, but asks not to tell his wife about them.

The author is waiting in Jarosław for Hayder, considering his wife's arrival and the purchase of horses. He reports on the death of Samuel and a mandate protecting the deceased's property, as well as the drop in the price of goods in Gdańsk.

The author thanks for the received letter, describes the costs of the Armenian case and the issued decree, and asks for money, including the repayment of a borrowed thousand zlotys. He mentions Samuel's illness and the trip to the fair in Jarosław. The final postscript plans a confidential meeting and includes a request to burn the letter.

The author wants to return home after the prolonged Sejm. He asks Heyder to look after the farm, sell grain, and convey reassuring words to his wife. He does not want to accept persuasion to travel to Gdańsk. In a postscript, he refuses to hand over an unclearly read item or settle accounts with Strzemboski [?], though he anticipates 20 thalers for another person.

The author reports on arriving safely in Warsaw despite the dangers and on presenting a gift to the queen. He asks for the letter to be retrieved after being read by colleagues and kept until his arrival so it does not fall into the wrong hands; he included confidential remarks in it.

The author complains about the chancellor delaying the case and the costs of the stay. He asks for financial help and for care of his home and harvest. He mentions money from Gdańsk, the amount of 200, and repayment by the fair, but not all details of the account are legible.

Anczewski thanks for the efforts, writes about goods, prices, and money circulation, as well as the stud farm and his domestic affairs. He conveys news regarding the chancellor, the trip to Gdańsk, and court offices. He asks for two pounds of good cinnamon.

The author offers Christmas and New Year's greetings. He writes about his prolonged stay with the king in Ukraine, then discusses partially illegible matters of leases and city money, as well as a substitution in mayoral duties.

The author complains about the lack of settlement for expenses incurred for the city and about the magistrate's conduct. He demands the return of 420 florins and other dues, refers to the decree and the August 20 deadline, and finally writes about his health and limiting further travel.

Anczewski describes efforts to have the case heard, accuses Armenian opponents of gifts and bribery, and complains about high prices in Warsaw. He provides prices for oats and hay, intends to borrow 200 red zlotys, and also mentions 4000 florins to be returned. He asks for quick repayment of money and care for his household members.

The author forgot to take the necessary documents. He asks his fellow councilor for help in obtaining and quickly sending papers regarding the Campian case, the agreement with the Szells [?], and summons related to the Łaknowice case [?]. He writes confidentially, declaring a lack of trust in other people.

The queen is dissatisfied with the suffragan after the voivode's report. He explains the reservation of certain villages that cannot be leased. He did not receive another extensive letter; Armand asks for his address. The queen's health is improving slightly. The princes left Paris for their aunt's; the return journey is to lead through Paris again.

Armand thanks for the letter and kindness. The queen, after talking to him about the marriage of Mr. Staniroffski [?], wrote to Mrs. Kazmirienska [?] to help him. The author reports unfavorable news from Russia and Lithuania regarding the queen's affairs and cites letters from Paris about the good reception of the princes by governors along the route. He conveys the queen's greetings, discusses correspondence with Prince Alexander, and assures his services to the addressee's daughter.

Armand assures his service and that he has conveyed the content of the letter to the queen. He reminded her that the voivode was among the first to ask for a place in the queen's household in Lviv. Packing is underway before the journey; the author emphasizes the danger, citing rumors about Tatars on the Dniester. He hopes to meet the addressee and his family.

Armand presented the addressee's letter and his intention to honor the memory of the late king to the queen. The queen thanked him for his devotion to her sons. The correspondent reports the very good reception of the princes in Paris by Monsieur and assures the addressee of his readiness to serve.

The author has repeatedly presented the addressee's dissatisfaction to the queen. The queen points to the conduct of his man: he was supposed to meet the treasurer, and for the sake of the mission's secrecy, he should not have lived in the voivode's father's palace. Armand considers the reports contradictory and hopes for a clarification of the matter.

Armand initially announces he will present the letter from January 2 to the queen; in a postscript, he confirms he raised the matter while she was writing to the addressee's father, the castellan. He promises to carefully send letters to the princes and the Marquise de Béthune. The letter to the Grand Chancellor's wife was delivered that morning.

Count de Béthune asks the addressee to be satisfied with his good will in this mail and assures him of his devotion. The reason for the letter's brevity remains partially illegible.

Armand announces he will assure the queen of the voivode's continued devotion despite his dissatisfaction. The queen is already on her way but is waiting for boats for the retinue. She plans services in Czervienko the next day and further travel.

Armand explains the small number of messages sent, citing the secretary's discretion. The queen and Prince Jakub feel well and remain on good terms. There is still talk of the queen's trip to "Russie," but the departure date is not set. The princes are in Paris; the cardinal, the addressee's grandfather, is suffering from a cold and gout.

The queen repeats an indefinite response to the matter raised by Armand. The author assumes she has already given instructions, but advises the voivode to write to her directly to get a faster and more firm response.

The author conveyed the letter and the voivode's request for one of her estates to the queen. The queen did not give a firm answer but announced she would issue instructions. The name of the estate is not mentioned.

The Queen highly appreciated the sent work and ordered it to be copied in several versions. Her horses have arrived from "Russie", so Armand expects a short further stay in Warsaw and hopes to meet the voivode after his departure.

Armand delivered one letter to the Queen, but if two were sent, he does not know the fate of the first. He kept the letter and the envelope to clarify the matter. The Queen is staying with the Carmelites, where men are not allowed. The departure to "Russie" is planned for the day after Easter; boats are being prepared.

Armand received the letter just before the mail left. He assures the addressee of the Queen's friendship for him and his wife, but explains that her affairs and planned trip to Lwów in a few days make it difficult to fulfill all requests. He renews his offer of service.

A separate envelope addressed to the Voivode of Volhynia in Lwów. It does not provide a date or the sender's name.

Armand sends Prince Aleksander's reply to the letter received from the addressee and assures him of his readiness to serve. The Queen instructed him to convey greetings to the voivode and an assurance of her friendship.

The Queen highly appreciated the voivode's letter and his attachment to her house, but disapproved of the actions of some ministers. She still feels unwell. The author is waiting for news about the negotiations of the addressee's commission envoys and sympathizes with his gout.

The author asks for letters to be dated. The Queen recognizes the voivode as the author of the well-received document and appreciates his participation in settling military matters and winning over the Potocki family for his faction. A postscript reports the Queen's side pain and her staying in bed, with a hope for improvement.

The author reported to the Queen about the addressee's letter from December 26 and his losses in the estates. It mentions over a hundred people described vaguely as peasants and a cost of twenty thousand livres; the name and details of the damage are uncertain. The Queen expressed sympathy. Armand sends New Year's wishes to the addressee and his wife.

An elderly merchant asks for the recovery or location of his black lace. He mentions the lack of response from James Chalmers and appeals for help in his old age.

Another request to clarify where the black lace is and to intercede with James. The author describes hard times, his intention to come to Kraków and Jarosław, a debt of 400 thalers, and fear of trouble.

Achenkif is happy about Forbes's improved health, forwards letters, and promises further news. In a postscript, he informs about the lack of a letter from Gdańsk and mentions today's departure of Andrzej[?] from Jarosław.

Achenkif replies to the postal letter, expresses sympathy and hope for improvement, announces a shipment, and refers to the letters.

The letter asks about previous correspondence, the carrier, and money; it asks for a reply, but the details are illegible.

The letter concerns correspondence, money, an uncertainly read purchase for 28, and wine described as fortune wine.

Achenkif offers condolences on the death of Forbes's mother, thanks him for the received letter, refers to the upcoming holidays, and offers an assurance of friendship.