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Davia thinks peace with the Turks will not reconcile the opposing sides and Italy may suffer more than Poland. He wishes to observe events from far away and names Prussia as the remaining source of fear.

Davia doubts his journey to Ruthenia as the king’s travel becomes uncertain. He calls for former valour to awaken, reports agreement between parties and a need for funds to move over 30,000 soldiers.

Darowski rejects the demand for taxes dating from before he took possession of the tenement. He describes a ruined roof, water undermining the foundations, and the billeting of soldiers; he asks that the building’s condition be taken into account and that he receive a written reply.

The sender describes hardship and disputes concerning estates, obligations, and military companies connected with a patron, and asks the addressee to intercede and help secure a just resolution. He mentions documents, earlier orders, soldiers, and wrongs, as well as attempts to remedy the situation. The letter begins on 8 December 1698; its conclusion is dated 19 January 1699. The addressee is titled Palatine of Ruthenia, but his surname could not be read with confidence.

The sender addresses a high-ranking recipient and discusses an administrative matter concerning the military, correspondence, and documents or a proclamation. He mentions actions in the area around Lwów and asks that the matter be handled accordingly; some details are difficult to read. The letter bears the notation “N 3570” and the date 28 June, but no year is legible.

The sender recalls that on the first occasion he did not fail to provide assistance; Warsaw and the regiments are mentioned later in the text. The surviving passages do not establish the precise matter or request. The text bears internal page numbers 3 and 4. The dateline reads “W Nowosiółkach d. 20 9bris 1698”, that is, 20 November 1698.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski informs the Castellan of Bełz, Aleksander Kuropatnicki, about preparations for the sejmik, his intention to arrive in Lviv, and the tensions surrounding the formed military union. He also mentions the actions of the Bishop of Chełm and the movements of local officials.

The sender addresses the General-in-Chief and refers to a Crown banner that should not be stationed in the recipient’s estate. Further arguments about this situation and the actions mentioned are difficult to read. No reliable date or place is visible on pages 8–10.

A one-page letter to a high-ranking patron. Most of the text is difficult to read; its subject or request cannot be established.

This separate letter refers to a court/tribunal matter and a deputy or deputation. The proceedings and the sender's request remain uncertain.

The sender addresses a patron about a matter referred to the treasury and asks for help or intercession. Details and the addressee's name are uncertain.

Only a small damaged fragment with a salutation and a few lines survives. Its subject cannot be identified.

The surviving text contains several readable but uncertain fragments. The signature may include the given name Franciszek; neither the reading “Antoni Ruski” nor the letter’s subject can be confirmed.

Szymon Zboiński, together with his nephew Jakub, intervenes with Franciszek Głogowski regarding the unlawful seizure of a horse with its harness from their servant by the deputy starosta and men from Ruda. The authors request the punishment of the perpetrator for his insolence and the immediate return of the animal.

The writer explains that a mandate from the Most Illustrious Lord of Kraków required him to travel to Brody. He regrets that he cannot serve the recipients at the appointed commission; he mentions poor health and hetman’s orders as obstacles. Dated Brody, 26 April 1723.

PDF p. 2 contains one letter, and p. 3 its folded address sheet, whose writing is very faint; these are not two separate documents. The available reproduction does not permit a reliable reconstruction of the substance, date, place, or signature. The archival cover describes it as a letter from a Crown wojsky at the camp near Świrz to the magistracy of Lwów, but this is external description, and the date of 7 August 1661 recorded there has not been confirmed in the letter itself.

Stanisław Koniecpolski expresses his indignation at the Lwów magistrate for summoning the lessee of his Sandomierz customs duties to the Tribunal. The Hetman demands the withdrawal of the lawsuit, citing senatorial privileges and a previous verdict in an analogous case.

The writer expresses dissatisfaction with the magistracy’s response or decision in matters concerning Brody and Holobiv. He also mentions the case of Pan Donhoff, whose details are illegible. Dated at Bar on 14 April 1636.

Castellan of Kraków Stanisław Koniecpolski recommends Peter Role, who is moving to Lwów, to the city authorities. He asks the magistrate to kindly accept him into the circle of citizens and grant him city rights.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski acknowledges the right of the city of Lwów in a dispute with Persian merchants who violated the Lwów staple right. Due to the lack of desire for profit on the part of the city authorities and compassion for the foreigners, he nevertheless persuaded the syndic to reach an amicable settlement with them.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski informs the authorities of Lviv that although Persian merchants violated the Lviv staple right, out of mercy and in accordance with the councilors' intentions, he facilitated a settlement with them through the city syndic. He notes that the case is intended to serve as a warning to other foreign merchants not to bypass the staple right.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski expresses his indignation at the Lviv authorities for summoning the lessee of the Sandomierz customs duty to the Crown Tribunal and demands the cessation of the lawsuit. He recalls the senatorial rights to collect revenues and cites a favorable legal precedent from the time of his predecessor.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski intervenes with the authorities of Lwów in defense of his physician, Jakub, who was prematurely ordered to vacate the leased Zamarstynów grange. He demands that the doctor be allowed to keep the lease, arguing that he has invested significantly in the farm and is willing to pay the city treasury a sum equal to that offered by any competitor.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski responds to the Lviv magistrate regarding disputed issues and announces a firm reaction to the unlawful burdening of the poor population with quartering costs by the Denhoff regiment. He informs them of orders issued to curb military abuses and ensure justice for those affected.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski recommends Peter Role to the authorities of Lviv, attesting to his merits and virtues. He asks the councilors to willingly admit him to the city rights.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski addresses the authorities of Lviv with an urgent request to loan ammunition in the face of an impending Tatar invasion. He assures them that all provided supplies will be returned in the same quantity and weight once the transport from Gdańsk arrives.

Stanisław Koniecpolski thanks the Chamberlain of Chernihiv for efficiently conducting the border meeting with Muscovy and expresses hope for the swift suppression of Cossack unrest. The Hetman also promises to remind the King of the addressee's hardships and services for the good of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski entrusts the Chamberlain of Chernihiv with an embassy mission to the Zaporozhian Host in order to maintain discipline and secure peace with the allied Tatars. He orders him to cooperate closely with the Starosta of Kaniów and to ensure the burning of the Cossack boats.

A heavily damaged letter from Stanisław Koniecpolski to the Sub-Chamberlain of Chernihiv, addressing issues of border defense, Muscovite affairs, the Cossacks, and the upcoming commission.

Stanisław Koniecpolski informs the Chamberlain of Chernihiv of the imminent arrival of the Lord of Kałusz and requests that he refrain from issuing document extracts until his arrival. The Hetman believes that the presence of a trusted envoy will facilitate a successful resolution of the matter.

Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski sends the Chamberlain of Chernihiv documents explaining the King's will regarding the delimitation of the border with the Tsardom of Russia. He wishes the recipient divine blessing and prudence in the successful fulfillment of his entrusted mission.

Stanisław Koniecpolski explains to the Sub-chamberlain of Chernihiv that due to the widespread threat from Turkish-Tatar forces, he cannot dispatch significant crown forces to the Dnieper region. He informs him of the deployment of one company under the Cup-bearer of Kyiv and orders the organization of local defense in cooperation with the Cossacks.

Marcin Kątski asks the addressee to intercede with the Castellan of Kraków regarding the collection of soldiers' pay in the Poznań and Kalisz voivodeships. He indicates that all details of the matter will be presented in person by the officers he recommends.

Marcin Kątski asks the Voivode of Volhynia to take the officers under his protection and to ensure, during the commission, that both parts of his regiment are united. He explains his absence in Ruthenia by domestic problems and his wife's illness.

Marcin Kątski expresses satisfaction with the death sentence passed on the Crown Artillery clerk for the murder of a servant of the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski. He leaves the decision regarding a potential pardon or commutation of the sentence to the recipient, ordering his subordinate officer to comply with the recipient's will.

Marcin Kątski urges the authorities of Lwów to urgently pay the full sum from the assignment issued by the Voivode of Bełz to the Stolnik of Trembowla. He emphasizes that the overdue funds are urgently needed for the maintenance of garrisons in Kamieniec Podolski and the Holy Trinity Rampart.

Colonel Ernest Korff thanks the Lviv councilors for the favorable reception of his military deputies and requests the delivery of provisions for his troops. In return, he assures them that the necessity of grazing and the proximity of the army to the city will not cause any damage to the inhabitants' crops or property.

The three-page letter to a captain reflects on Poland, freedom, the common good, and the homeland, and includes an appeal or request; details are partly illegible. The dateline on the first page gives 4 May 1794 and mentions a camp whose location cannot be read with confidence. The writer signs with the surname Wosiłło; the given name is illegible.

Wojciech Kazimierz Koc explains to the Lviv councilors that the assignment on municipal villages was issued due to incorrect information and the lack of a written list. He sends its formal annulment and declares his willingness to avoid similar mistakes in the future.

Wojciech Kazimierz Koc assures the Lviv City Councilors of his goodwill and defense of their interests during the Jewish riots. At the same time, he advises them to seek reconciliation and the favor of the dignitary personally through more effective means, rather than by letter.

Castellan of Płock Stanisław Krasiński sends his uncle, the Voivode of Volhynia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, warm and humble wishes for Easter, wishing him health and many years of prosperity. He also includes expressions of deepest respect for his aunt.

A sheet with letter paper folds and a red wax seal, without any preserved manuscript text from the period.

Stanisław Krasiński thanks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for his heartfelt letter and the constant kindness shown to him. He assures his uncle of his lifelong devotion and conveys his deepest respects to his wife.

Stanisław Krasiński sends solemn congratulations to his uncle, the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, on the occasion of Christmas and the New Year. He assures him of his devotion and asks for his continued protection and favor.

Jan Krasiński apologizes to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for not saying goodbye in person due to illness, and expresses his gratitude for the care he received in Rome. He also asks for continued favor and to be recommended to his father upon the Voivode's return to the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Mikhail Krechetnikov demands explanations from the Lviv authorities regarding alleged complaints sent to Warsaw concerning inconveniences caused by warehouses in the Low Castle. He also asks the magistrate whether the residents suffered any harm under his command after the departure of General Apraksin.

Mikołaj Franciszek Krosnowski requests the Lwów authorities to pay the remainder of the money owed to him to the bearer of the letter. He assures them that he will issue the final, authentic receipt personally during his stay in Gródek.

Address of a letter directed to Dominik Wilczek, serving as secretary and president of the city of Lviv. The letter was to be delivered to the addressee in Lviv.

Andrzej Kupiński reports from Turynka on encountering Muscovite troops traveling to Lwów only to collect their sick, which indicates slim chances of relief for the threatened city. He warns the recipient, advises vigilance, suggests securing property, and asks for care for his wife.

Andrzej Kupiński requests the regent of the Lwów commune to convene a meeting to report on the Kleszczów negotiations and to dispatch a delegate to the economic sejmik in Wisznia. A handwritten postscript confirms the payment of 20 zlotys to the envoy heading to the deliberating sejmik.