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Jan Łahodowski informs the Lviv sub-prefect (podstarości) Zygmunt Poradowski about repelling Cossacks sent by Mr. Łącki to illegally erect boundary mounds. The author reports on the dispute with his neighbor and commends himself to the official's favor.

Stanisław Ledóchowski sends Easter wishes to the Starosta of Włodzimierz and requests information regarding the payment of salary to the Lieutenant, as well as news from Warsaw. He also mentions the concerning lack of news from the Rohatyn sejmik and disputes among officials.

Colonel Libiszewski, acting on behalf of the Voivode of Łęczyca and Starosta of Bełz, asks the Hospodar of Moldavia to keep the warlord Verlan Voloshyn in strict custody in Iași. He presents a list of his crimes (raids, the plundering of Mohyliv, murders, the looting of the nobility from Zamość to Brody) and announces the imminent dispatch of an official requisition from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Hospodar Vasile Lupu assures János Kemény and George II Rákóczi of his constant friendship, explaining previous grievances regarding the mistreatment of the Moldavian envoy at the funeral of Sigismund Rákóczi. Enclosed with the letter are reports on the expedition of the Qalgha Sultan and the Khan's embassy to Khmelnytsky requesting reinforcements against the Kalmyks and Don Cossacks, as well as on the bloody rebellion in Korsun during the reduction of the Cossack register and the execution of its leader, Mozyra.

Moldavian Hospodar Gheorghe Ștefan sends reports to János Kemény from near Zhvanets concerning the desertion of Cossacks, Tatar-Polish relations, and copies of war correspondence. He also addresses issues regarding Hungarian troops, financial settlements, and current affairs.

Grand Treasurer of the Crown Hieronim Lubomirski renews his request to the Voivode of Volhynia to obtain an assignment for winter quarters for his arquebusier banner from the Castellan of Kraków. He explains this by the urgent need to recruit and equip soldiers before the onset of winter and the necessity of dispatching the captain as soon as possible.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski intercedes with the Lviv city authorities on behalf of his subject, Hrebinka Fajfer. He requests permission for him to continue operating his tavern at least until the announced commission and the Hetman's arrival in Lviv.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski expresses his indignation at the Lviv magistrate's disregard for his previous requests to halt legal proceedings against his servant, Szymon Hrebenka. He warns the city authorities that if this final request is rejected, he will use his influence to defend his subordinate and reciprocate the animosity shown.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for assigning quarters in the Barzy tenement house for the duration of the upcoming commission and mentions an agreement on this matter with the Crown Guard's wife. He also announces the arrival of the general quartermaster with a request for assistance in properly accommodating the hetman's court.

Grand Crown Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski rejects the Lviv authorities' excuses regarding a lack of funds and orders the immediate payment of the money due to his assignee. He notes that the Voivode of Belz has also obligated the Jews of Lviv, who had previously claimed exemptions, to pay the tax.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for transferring part of the assigned sum for the maintenance of the Hungarian infantry. Due to the difficult situation of the city, he agrees to a deferral and requests that the remaining half of the payment be sent in four weeks.

Stanisław Józef Lubomirski, Abbot of Tyniec, complains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, Voivode of Ruthenia, about the violence and destruction caused in the monastery estates by the regiment of the Crown Treasurer. He asks the addressee for intercession and the removal of the troops from the abbey, citing the prohibition of the Apostolic Nunciature and the already paid hiberna tax.

Jerzy Dominik Lubomirski asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for intercession regarding the inclusion of a Wallachian banner in the military register and the designation of its winter quarters. He assures him of his loyalty and invokes the traditional friendship between their families.

Jerzy Dominik Lubomirski asks Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for intercession regarding the exemption of his estates from public burdens and subsidies. He also refers to current legal and property issues, including protests and the case of the starosta.

Lanckoroński informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the nobility's opposition to the Swedish war and the adoption of an instruction ordering the dispatch of envoys to the King of Sweden with a demand to withdraw from Courland. The letter also briefly mentions current personal matters and the death of Joanna.

Hetman Stanisław Lanckoroński informs the Lviv councilors about his reprimand of Mr. Janicki and the seizure of his pay due to the grievances caused to the suburban residents. He also urges the city authorities to gather materials during the winter necessary for the spring construction of the fortifications of the castle and Lviv.

Stanisław Lanckoroński informs the authorities of Lviv about the royal order to allocate ten thousand zlotys from the tap tax (czopowe) for the city's fortifications. He announces his imminent arrival, a consultation with officials, and his intention to order the leaseholder to pay this sum to the magistrate without delay.

Hetman Stanisław Lanckoroński announces his arrival in Lwów to consult on the urgent construction of the city's defensive fortifications. He orders the councilors to prepare materials, locate the plans approved by the King, and hire the engineer Delaqua.

Krzysztof Lanckoroński asks the Sub-judge of Chernihiv to grant relief to the town and waive the remaining debt of 70 zlotys owed by the local Jews. He justifies his request by the extreme oppression of the townspeople caused by burdensome military quartering.

Stanisław Małachowski informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the storage of letters with the leaseholder and advises discussing this matter during a visit to the Queen. He also mentions reporting to the monarch the Voivode's position regarding the entrusting of the Żółkiew castle gate.

Stanisław Małachowski laments his separation from the addressee and mentions the scarce news from the Halych sejmik, hoping to learn more from his diary. He also informs him about the wait for an eviction document being brought by the Voivode of Bracław.

Stanisław Małachowski announces a meeting with the Voivode of Ruthenia in Sambor and warns of banners moving to clash with the units of the Castellan of Kraków departing from the confederation. He also asks the addressee for intercession and assistance in collecting a debt of over two thousand zlotys.

Stanisław Małachowski notifies the recipient of the successful signing of the peace treaty and the order to cease all hostilities within thirty days under penalty of death. Excusing himself due to the haste of his journey, he promises to send a copy of the document and detailed information with the next post.

Stanisław Małachowski explains the course of the negotiations in Karlowitz and the reasons why the procrastination of the Venetian and Turkish envoys prevented the earlier protection of Pokuttya from Tatar devastation. He also addresses the troublesome conduct of his brother, thanking the recipient for his restraint and patience in this matter.

Stanisław Małachowski reports on the difficulties in peace negotiations with Turkey, efforts to stop Tatar raids (chambuls), and disputes related to the treaty. He also addresses family and property matters concerning the Starosta of Sącz and mentions the mourning following the sudden death of the Starosta of Oszmiana.

Jakub Murray, regretting his abandonment of trade for ruinous military service, asks Arthur Forbes to intercede with his brother-in-law French and Mr. Franklen. He hopes for support that will allow him to return to his former occupation, earn his bread, and pay off his creditors.

Marek Matczyński informs the authorities of Lviv about the imminent arrival of John III Sobieski and the monarch's planned stay at the city palace. He advises urgent removal of filth from the Market Square, streets, and the road from Zhovkva, so that the dirt does not cause disgust to the monarch.

Marek Matczyński informs the Lviv magistrate about submitting to the King the case of the estate of the late Teodor Bryszyanic, who died intestate, citing city privileges regarding funds for fortifications. He also assures them of the monarch's favor and his will to respect the applicable law.

Marek Matczyński, Voivode of Bełz, intercedes with the authorities of Lviv on behalf of the royal servant Tomasz Gordon, requesting his appointment to the office of assessor (ławnik). He asks for a one-time exception to be made, allowing the candidate to bypass the required service in the college of forty men.

The Voivode of Ruthenia, Marek Matczyński, addresses the issue of repairing city roads, recommending that the exhausted livestock of the subjects be spared for a time following spring work, and comments on the accusations against Captain Truszkiewicz. Furthermore, he asks the city authorities to persuade the carters from the city estates to transport stones to his property for payment.

Ruthenian Voivode Marek Matczyński intervenes with the Lviv authorities on behalf of Samuel the Jew, who complained to the King about the magistrate's delay in enforcing a judgment regarding an unpaid debt. He urges the councilors to administer justice impartially and to require the defendants to take the oath prescribed by the judgment.

Ruthenian Voivode Marek Matczyński informs the Lviv magistrate of the impossibility of obtaining funds from the public treasury for the city's needs due to the exhaustion of the Commonwealth's resources. He advises the burghers of Lviv to rely on their own strength and take care of the defense and security of Lviv themselves.

Ruthenian Voivode Marek Matczyński responds to complaints from Lviv authorities following a fire in the suburbs, addressing the assault by Mr. Łowicki on soldiers and the suspicious activities of Tatars purchasing captives. He also announces the intervention of the administrator of the Żółkiew Starosty regarding abuses by individuals under royal jurisdiction.

Aleksandr Menshikov exempts Lviv's estates from levies and winter military quarters, promising to assign protective guards and ordering officers to stop abuses. At the same time, he obliges the city authorities to hold markets and orders the residents to unconditionally accept Russian kopecks from the Tsar's soldiers.

Jakub Mieszkowski informs the mayor and councilors of Lviv about a raid by the men of the Dzieduszycki lords on Zubrza, the theft of cattle, and the beating of subjects. He requests that the victims be immediately sent to the castle court for a medical examination of their wounds and asks to investigate whether the opposing party has filed a protest at the castle.

Colonel Andrzej Modrzewski assures the authorities of Lwów that the Voivode of Kraków has ordered his Wallachian banner to leave the suburbs, as he does not intend to seek justice at the expense of poor inhabitants. He also explains that the matter of the dispute and insults from the Starosta of Lwów and Mr. Samocki has been referred to a royal commission for resolution.

Stanisław Morsztyn reports on the misery of the officers and soldiers of the regiment stationed in Okopy Świętej Trójcy and the lack of response from the monarch to a previous petition. He addresses Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski with an urgent request to borrow one thousand zlotys to save them, pledging to repay the debt punctually in Warsaw.

General Quartermaster of the Zaporozhian Army Tomasz Nosacz reiterates his demand to the Lviv authorities for the immediate handover of artillery equipment, including ropes, harnesses, and saddles. He appoints Kropiwnicki and Futkiewicz to collect the gear, accusing the magistrate of procrastination.

Tomasz Nosacz, General Wagon Master of the Zaporozhian Host, requests the Mayor and Councilors of Lviv to promptly and justly enforce the debt recorded in the books after the death of the father of his journeyman, Kibicki. In return for justice, he declares his gratitude to the city authorities and his readiness to reciprocate the favor.

General Quartermaster of the Zaporozhian Host Tomasz Nosacz renews his request to the authorities of Lwów to enforce the collection of a debt from the imprisoned burgher Dziurdzy for the benefit of the journeyman Jakub Kibicki. He notes that merely imprisoning the debtor is insufficient and that full repayment of the debt is necessary.

Franciszek Obrocki warns the President of Lviv about the planned deployment of several hundred of General Karnau's soldiers in suburban villages, which threatens their total devastation. He appeals for urgent diplomatic intervention with the commanders and the dispatch of the city syndic to avert the danger.

Deputy Chancellor Andrzej Olszowski informs the Lwów magistrate about the steps taken by the King to secure the city, including the dispatch of Colonel Dobczyc with a detachment of troops to serve as a garrison. He also advises the recruitment of local forces and announces the arrival of the monarch with the pospolite ruszenie (levy in mass).

Aleksander Kazimierz Orzechowski explains to Franciszek Głogowski that due to his official duties and orders concerning defense against an unexpected Tatar raid, he cannot leave his post or get involved in his matter. He thanks him for the friendly letter and asks for understanding regarding the situation that prevents him from leaving his station.

Jędrzej Osiecki explains to Jan Tyszkowski the financial claims made by the comrades of the banner and instructs him on the distribution of funds from the hiberna and the settlement of assignments. The document is supplemented by later receipts for the payment of due sums to Mr. Szeptycki.

Jerzy Anastazy Ossowski conveys to the Lviv Vogt the King's will regarding the dispatch of the Lviv executioner to Zhovkva to carry out an execution. He assures that the executioner will return quickly, and the details of the matter will be presented in person by the messenger, Mr. Cler.

Jerzy Anastazy Ossowski intervenes with the Lviv authorities in defense of the sons-in-law of the late tailor Zasiecki, who are being harassed by guild masters over the production of royal banners. He informs them that the matter has already been definitively settled by the royal treasury and that the supplicants are under the monarch's special protection.

Halych merchant Simon Pajk informs Arthur Forbes about being ruined by a Tatar raid and asks for patience regarding the repayment of his debt. He assures him that despite the constant looting by the horde, he will make every effort to pay off his debt as soon as possible.

Justyna Parteynowna, Hegumeness of Chełm, addresses a humble petition to the Ruthenian Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, requesting the exemption of her convent from tax burdens and military quartering. She recalls past promises of protection for the monastery and asks for intervention in light of the nuns' exhaustion.

Franciszek Perzycki complains to Lieutenant Wolski about burdensome quartering and the excessive requisitioning of oats and spirits, which are leading the estates to ruin. On behalf of the Kiev Master of the Hunt, he requests that the stationed banners cease destroying the property.