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King Sigismund I the Old grants the Metropolitan Chapter in Lviv permission to appoint a legitimate procurator to represent it and its subjects before all secular courts of the Kingdom of Poland. The monarch ensures the perpetual validity of all legal actions taken by this proxy.

Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki informs his uncle, Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, about the birth of a son, who serves as support for his fading lineage. The author commends himself and his newborn descendant to the further grace and kindness of the addressee.

Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki informs his uncle, the Voivode of Volhynia Jan Janusz Jabłonowski, of his successful return from his travels and assures him of his remembrance and devotion. He also expresses a fervent desire for a personal meeting as soon as possible instead of the current correspondence by letter.

Michał Serwacy Wiśniowiecki justifies his inability to personally greet his uncle, the Voivode of Ruthenia Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, due to the poor condition of the sleigh roads. He sends written expressions of respect, asking for continued remembrance and protection.

The author of the letter, confident in the addressee's favor, renews his request and justifies his persistence. He assures that he is not driven by a desire for personal gain, but solely by a sincere wish to serve under the hetman's command.

Michał Serwacy Wiśniowiecki apologizes to the Voivode of Ruthenia for his long silence, explaining it by the circumstances and the burden of state affairs. He asks his uncle for continued support, which will bring glory to their house.

In a letter to his uncle, the Voivode of Ruthenia Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki laments that he has fallen victim to false reports damaging his reputation and honor. He assures him of his constant devotion to the addressee's family and asks to be kept under his continued benevolent protection.

Royal commissioners resolve a property dispute between the widow and daughters of the late councilor Jan Kosnar and the Lwów chamberlain Mikołaj Odnowski. The case concerns the repayment of a 350-florin mortgage debt and the return of a tenement house located in the Lwów market square.

Prince Jeremi Wiśniowiecki requests the municipal authorities of Lwów to release Gabriel Moratonius from a court deadline before the council court and to show him leniency. He intercedes on his behalf in advance to facilitate his personal efforts to gain the favor of the councilors.

Canon Stanisław of Lwów, acting under the authority of the Count of the Lateran Palace, Paweł de Blanca, appoints cleric Jan, son of Jerzy of Lwów, as a public notary and ordinary judge. After receiving the oath of fidelity, the document grants the nominee full authority to draft authentic legal acts.

Lviv Mayor Wojciech Wiśniowski summons the city aldermen to a consultation regarding fees from Jesuit townhouses, the recovery of documents after the late Mr. Laskowski, and a dispute of the shoemakers' guild over a shrine.

Zofia, widow of Stanisław Hynk, Chamberlain of Łęczyca, donates to her cousin Mikołaj Gołąbek, Sub-judge of Lwów, her entire hereditary share in the village of Zimna Woda, excluding the portion belonging to her sons. The document certifies the granting of intromission and the donor's obligation to legally defend the recipient against any claims.

De Villar informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, that he has sent him a letter from Mr. Dupont via a trusted messenger. He also offers to mediate in sending a reply and assures him of his readiness for further service.

Archbishop of Lviv Bernard Wilczek authorizes the construction of a new pulpit in the nave of the cathedral for the Polish preacher during the vacancy of the German preacher, due to the large influx of the faithful following a fire in the church. The document stipulates a return to the original order of preaching in the choir and chapel once a German preacher is appointed by the city council.

J. Winiarski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the arrival of a detachment of Crown troops returning from Hungary and the assignment of burdensome quarters for them in the Starosty of Świecie based on a warrant from the Voivode of Inowrocław. He requests urgent instructions on how to deal with the soldiers in order to save the starosty's estates from total ruin.

Winiarski did not find the bill of exchange despite traveling to Gdańsk and Toruń. He writes about the refusal to swear an oath regarding military damages and advises sending grain via the Vistula river as soon as the ice clears.

Jan Winiarski reports on the unrest in Toruń and the inability to obtain money for the Voivode's needs, suggesting the realization of a bill of exchange for three thousand from Lviv to Gdańsk. He also expresses concern over the lack of correspondence from the last post.

Winiarski reports on Szymanowicz's payment and the dispute in Świecie regarding the hiberna tax. He requests a privilege allowing the admission of Bartholdy's son-in-law to the burgher estate despite the city's refusal.

Complaint regarding military executions, costs, and the flight of subjects. The starostwo is required to deliver 1,000 pieces of timber to Toruń and provide men for the palisades. Separately: money held by Bartoldy, a bill of exchange, and news regarding the Gdańsk post.

The author discusses timber prices and floating, suggesting Gdańsk purchases before the convocation. He reports the arson of grain barns and the beating of Śliwice residents, as well as the extortion of eight transport carts.

The author describes the burdens caused by the march of the reiters, allegations against Sędzicki, and difficulties in transferring 6300 PLN of hiberna to Lwów. He proposes a bill of exchange through the merchant Szymanowicz.

Jan Winiarski informs Jan Jabłonowski about the successful withdrawal of Saxon soldiers from the Świecie starosta district and the issue of sending a bill of exchange for the hiberna tax. He also announces the sending of commodity prices from Gdańsk and advises sending grain ships there urgently due to favorable market conditions.

The author defends himself against the accusation of negligence: he refused quarters to Saxon soldiers and received the order to prepare damage reports after the deadline. He is still looking for a way to transfer the hiberna tax.

Jan Winiarski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about negotiating a loan of six thousand thalers from Mr. Bartoldy, conditional upon the assignment of repayment from the hiberna tax and installments. He also asks the addressee to make a final decision regarding the troublesome Mr. Sędzicki and to collect a payment of two thousand.

A Latin news report states that the King of France has allegedly abandoned the plan to install Conti in Poland. The author expresses hope that this will lead to the pacification of the Commonwealth and harmony among the magnates.

Winiarski proposes a loan of 20,000 from Bartoldy, to be paid out in Gdańsk and sent via bill of exchange to Warsaw. He requests a resolution regarding the case of Sędzicki, whom he accuses of harming people and being in arrears.

King Sigismund I authorizes the Lviv city councilors to temporarily fill the mansionary and preachership at St. Catherine's Church in the Low Castle with a non-German priest due to a shortage of orthodox German preachers caused by the spread of the Reformation. Following this consent, the monarch presents Bachelor Albert of Pilsen to the Archbishop of Lviv for the purpose of taking over the benefice.

The Superior General of the Jesuits expresses gratitude for Lviv's benevolence toward the order. He emphasizes that he received the information from credible witnesses and promises prayers for the council and the inhabitants. Original dated 1626, cover 1616.

King Sigismund I the Old confirms the 1533 letter of the royal commissioners establishing the detailed delimitation of the village of Wierbiąż, belonging to the Lviv Chapter, from the royal estates of Demnia, Drohowyże, and Uście, leased by Paweł Tarło. The document describes the course of the boundary marked by 32 mounds and signs on trees and adjudicates to the Chapter the rights to the waters of the Zubrza, Szczerzec, and Dniester rivers.

Legal advice for Lwów: closed Warsaw records, pospolite ruszenie (levée en masse), city guard, resistance to tax collectors, and appeals. The author advises defending the city's jurisdiction.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about receiving a default judgment and advises them to prepare documents and send a syndic to the November sessions of the Assessorial Court. He also reports on the submission of the commission decree regarding the Jewish case to the Chancellor for signature.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the delivery of the power of attorney to Mr. Taralski and the planned legal actions before the assessor's court in the case of Mr. Kupiński. He seeks a formal stay of proceedings until the arrival of Mr. Nuszczyński in Warsaw.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv magistrate about the possibility of accelerating the case against Doctor Reypiński before the assessor's court due to a decision by the Crown Chancellor. He also reports on the arrival of representatives of the Armenian nation and their dispute regarding the public disclosure of court records.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv Magistrate about actions taken before the Royal Assessor's Court to avoid a default judgment and requests further instructions. He also reports that the executions issued by the Castellan have been annulled.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the successful defense and restoration of municipal jurisdiction in a dispute with the Armenians. He also reports with sympathy on an unfavorable verdict for Mrs. Wilczkowa, ordering her to provide restitution under the execution of the magistrate.

Wojciech Włoszkiewicz informs the Lviv authorities about the filing of lawsuits by Kupiński at the Assessor's Court, which he managed to temporarily halt in the Decree Chancellery until instructions from the city arrive. He warns that a potential deputy must arrive immediately, as the courts will soon resume proceedings and the referendary is departing soon.

King Sigismund I the Old orders the municipal authorities of Lviv that files of appeal cases should not be handed over to the parties, but delivered to the royal court exclusively by a special court messenger. The cost of the expedition of the files is to be covered by the appealing party, in accordance with the ancient custom of Magdeburg law.

The Bishop of Przemyśl, Michał Wodzicki, thanks the mayor, councilors, and the magistrate of Lviv for the New Year's wishes sent. In response, he sends reciprocal wishes for prosperity and an abundance of all goods for the authorities and all residents of the city for the current year and the years to follow.

Wodzicki refuses to issue a rescript without knowledge of the case previously heard by the assessor courts. He forwards the documents to the Grand Crown Chancellor.

A draft addressed to Wodzicki declaring obedience to the King, but the essential part of the reply to the memorial remains uncertain.

Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv Magistrate about submitting the explanations of Doctor Franchi regarding his dispute with the royal jeweler Wayzer at the royal court. He also assumes that this document has already been sent to Dresden, where the jeweler is currently staying.

Copy of an intervention to the Hetman: accusation of the forcible seizure of townhouses by the Starosta of Błonie and invocation of the 1678 constitution protecting municipal jurisdiction.

The heirs of Józef Szynoff complain against Doctor Franchi for withholding money. The Bishop advises the magistrate to ensure payment, if necessary through legal proceedings.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv Magistrate that he has not received the promised explanations from Doctor Franchi regarding the memorial filed against him by Mr. Wayzer. Consequently, he demands a swift resolution, which the complaining party is awaiting.

Bishop of Przemyśl Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv magistrate that he has sent a letter to the Starosta of Błonie demanding the return of a tenement house unlawfully seized from Katarzyna Georgiewicz. He sends a copy of the letter under seal to the city authorities for their information, hoping for a successful resolution of the matter.

The bishop addresses the Voivode of Podolia to restrain his son. He advises the city to request the hetman to deploy the garrison and to consult with the archbishop.

The Bishop sends interventions to the Grand Crown Hetman and the Starosta of Lwów. The Magistrate receives copies and is to perform its duties in parallel.

The Bishop of Przemyśl, Michał Wodzicki, thanks the mayor, council, and magistracy of Lviv for the holiday greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates with heartfelt wishes for an abundance of all goods and prosperity in the New Year for the city's inhabitants.

The Bishop of Przemyśl, Michał Wodzicki, thanks the city authorities of Lwów for the congratulations sent on the occasion of the Resurrection of the Lord. In response, he reciprocates the wishes, asking for God's protection, comfort, and abundance of goods for Lwów and its inhabitants.

Bishop of Przemyśl Michał Wodzicki appeals to Hetman Jan Klemens Branicki for intercession and protection of Lwów against the arbitrary actions of the Starosta of Błonie, Potocki, who is seizing municipal townhouses by armed force. Citing the constitution of 1678, which prohibits the forceful seizure of bourgeois property, he asks the Hetman to stop the lawlessness threatening the city with collapse.