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Jan Siemieński informs the Lwów Magistrate about the suspension of a lawsuit before the Radom Tribunal concerning a debt left by the Voivode of Ruthenia, in exchange for the presentation of a reliable security. At the same time, he accuses the city councilors of avoiding their own payments and heartlessly shifting tax burdens onto the poorest residents.

Jan Siemieński supports Father Strzyłowski's efforts to obtain a vacant Lviv canonry following the death of Father Złotorowicz, which is subject to the patronage of the Lviv Magistrate. The author adds his intercession to the previous recommendation of the Voivode of Bełz.

Jan Kazimierz Siemieński, unable to appear in person for a tax settlement, sends the registers of the 'ćwierć' tax to the Stolnik of Rawa via his deputy. He requests an impartial and fair verification of the accounts and the payment of dues.

Jan Kazimierz Siemieński justifies his absence from the settlement with the tax collector Trzciński and sends the settled registers of six quarters to the Podstoli of Rawa. He asks the addressee for an impartial and fair judgment when verifying the accounts and requests that payments made to other deputies beyond the registers not be taken into account.

Lviv Castellan Józef Siemieński demands that the Lviv Magistrate discipline local fish merchants who broke their agreement and boycotted the fishing in the Wyżniany estate. He requests that they be ordered to fulfill the contract and that their disputed demands regarding the use of the town hall measure be rejected.

The Castellan of Lwów, Józef Siemieński, intercedes with the Lwów Magistrate on behalf of Father Tomasz Biesiadowski. He requests that the altarage of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, vacant after Father Mościcki, be entrusted to him, citing his virtues and recommendations.

Lviv Castellan Józef Siemieński intervenes with the Lviv authorities regarding the Jew Lewek, who was forced by a commission decree to vacate a purchased tenement house. He points out that the previous owner should return the money paid for the property to Lewek.

The Castellan of Lviv, Józef Siemieński, intercedes with the Lviv Magistrate on behalf of the parish priest of St. Lazarus Church, the son of Mrs. Mościcka. He requests that the benefice in Zubra be granted to him following the resignation of the current administrator.

Jan Sierakowski informs Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski about the peaceful situation on the border and the lack of a Tatar threat, as well as unrest near Gdańsk. He asks his nephew for news and to include him in the payment of overdue military wages due to the approaching deadline for debt repayment.

Józef Sierakowski asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for permission to keep a former valet with him, providing only for his food. A woman from the family's circle joins the request, interceding on behalf of the servant who was once valued by the deceased.

Elżbieta Sieniawska, representing the estates of the Queen Dowager Maria Kazimiera, submits to the Lviv Magistrate a declaration for twelve thousand 'zasługi' (merits/credits) ceded by Mr. Brandt as compensation for losses in the Kałusz starosta district. The author urges the swiftest possible payment of the dues, committing to issue an appropriate receipt.

Elżbieta Sieniawska, administrator of the Queen Dowager's estates in Poland, submits to the Lwów magistrate a declaration for twelve thousand Polensowskie merits intended as compensation for damages in the Kałusz starosta district. She requests a prompt settlement of the dues, guaranteeing the issuance of appropriate receipts.

Elżbieta Sieniawska, with the support of her husband, intervenes with the authorities of Lviv regarding the return of six saddlery hides unlawfully seized from a Zhovkva burgher by local tanners. She requests an order for the release of the goods to Mr. Anulewicz, citing the magistrate's previous favor and promising gratitude.

Elżbieta Sieniawska addresses the President and the Magistrate of Lwów with a request to admit the son of the late Mr. Ryokur, whose family she supports, into the municipal circle. She emphasizes the candidate's merits and declares her gratitude to the city authorities for a favorable resolution of the matter.

Elżbieta Sieniawska appeals to the President and Magistrate of Lwów to block the plans of the Discalced Carmelites, who intend to occupy and wall off a public road in the Kraków Suburb. She emphasizes that this route provides convenient access to the newly founded Capuchin monastery, and its closure would be unlawful and detrimental to the city's ramparts.

Elżbieta Sieniawska thanks the Lviv magistrate for their previous favor and declares her continued support for the city's affairs. She informs them of her intervention with her husband and the Lviv commandant regarding the damaged public road, urging the city authorities to bring the matter to a successful conclusion.

Mikołaj Hieronim Sieniawski instructs Lviv councilor Jan Zywert to distribute 500 Polish zlotys granted by the Queen's grace for the release of Krzysztofowa Boczkowska, who is imprisoned due to debts. Half of the sum is to be paid to the military guard, and the other half is to be handed over to the debtor herself.

Hilary Signio reports on the delivery of letters to the Chancellor and conveys his dissatisfaction regarding the lack of response concerning receipts. He also informs about the status of ongoing proceedings in the Magdeburg court and announces his imminent return to Lviv.

Antoni Sikorski thanks the Lviv magistrate for a small tub of fish sent via a carter. On behalf of his principal, he also expresses gratitude for the gift of fish delivered to the lord's kitchen.

Antoni Sikorski confirms the receipt of three small tubs of fish brought from Lviv by the carter Leszczyński and informs about their distribution between his principal, the Crown Deputy Chancellor, and himself. On behalf of his superior and himself, he expresses gratitude to the magistrate for the gift received.

Antoni Sikorski urges the Lviv Magistrate to urgently issue and send a certificate that is being persistently requested by the Prussian Minister Benoit. He asks them to review a previous letter along with its attachment and fulfill the request to avoid further troublesome reminders.

Antoni Sikorski thanks the Lviv magistrate for the gift of a small tub of fish and conveys thanks on behalf of his principal. He also informs about the delivery of a second tub of fish to the Crown Deputy Chancellor.

Auditor of the Apostolic Nunciature Paolo Luigi Silva assures the representative of the Lviv Magistrate that he is making efforts regarding the matter entrusted to him and that he will ensure the city's jurisdiction is not violated. He also declares his full readiness to provide further assistance to the authorities of the city of Lviv.

J. C. H. Simon sends Collector May his current contract and a certificate from Lviv to be presented to the commissioner. He inquires about the conditions for obtaining a new contract for the mill and asks for the documents to be returned via the parish priest.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Skarbek appeals to the President and the Magistrate of Lviv to halt an execution and spare the life of a prisoner sentenced to death, invoking the Easter season and Christian mercy. For saving the converted convict, the hierarch declares his gratitude and readiness for reciprocal favors to the city authorities.

Archbishop Jan Skarbek recommends to the Lviv Magistrate the candidacy of Father Czarkowski for the cathedral canonry vacated by the late Father Rusiński. He refers to past precedents and clarifies issues regarding papal bulls regulating the appointment of benefices.

Ignacy Skwarczyński, clerk of the Magdeburg court, refutes accusations made by Mr. Jędrzejowski concerning unlawful fee collection and refusal to release documents, requesting the addressee's support and protection. He also reports on the unlawful actions of the royal commission regarding the heirs of the Wierzbicki family, to which J. K. Solski adds a postscript.

Józef Skorupka Padlewski informs the Lviv Magistrate of his readiness to arrive in Lviv for the resumption of the commission's proceedings as scheduled by the Voivode of Bełz. He also confirms the return of the signed notification.

Paweł Skotnicki declares to the Lwów City Council his readiness to arrive in the city in person, should the need arise. He requests urgent information via a sent messenger as to whether his presence is necessary, as otherwise he intends to head directly to Podgórze.

The delegates inform the Lviv authorities of their arrival in Warsaw despite difficulties at the city gates, and of their efforts with dignitaries and Crown assessors to defend municipal jurisdiction. They report on a legal consultation held, the expectation of a prompt hearing of the case, and request information regarding Mr. Dreszel's mission.

J. Skrzetuski refutes the accusations of the Lviv authorities concerning the unlawful seizure of a city rampart and explains that he erected a fence by his manor house solely to secure the slope against erosion. He declares his readiness to move the fence in accordance with the boundaries of the purchased property as soon as the magistrate officially demarcates them.

J. Skrzetuski appeals to the Lviv authorities to appoint a commission as soon as possible through the Deputy Chancellor in order to investigate the claims made against him. He expresses a desire to quickly clear his good name and return to former friendly relations with the Magistrate.

Jan Skrzeszowski intervenes with the President of Lwów against the incursions of a city servant onto the estates of the Starosta of Sielec and requests the release of a subject who was unlawfully arrested. He simultaneously assures his readiness to bring him before the court upon any official summons from the city authorities.

Jan Skrzeszowski informs the President of Lwów about his illness, which prevents him from appearing in person. He requests that the case concerning the jurisdiction of the Starosta of Sielec not be initiated in his absence.

Official annotation by the President of Lwów, Józef Wiesiołowski, confirming the receipt and submission of a letter concerning municipal affairs from Mr. Skrzeszowski on June 22, 1757.

Stanisław Skrzyszowski reports to the authorities of Lviv on his research in the Crown Chancery books in Warsaw, undertaken with the Chancellor's permission to locate municipal documents. He informs them of the absence of the requested decrees in the chancery books, points to the possibility of their entry into the land records, and promises to send certified extracts soon after they are signed by the Chancellor.

Stanisław Słowikowic shares news with the authorities of Lwów regarding favorable decisions obtained from the King and the Senate for Kraków. At the same time, he intercedes on behalf of the servant Hetmankowski, asking the Lwów magistrate to settle the money owed to him.

Father Just Słowikowski thanks the authorities of Lwów for their care of the daughter and family of his late brother Ludwik and asks for their continued kindness. He declares his readiness to reciprocate the city's help and announces that Mr. Harder will represent him in this matter.

Jan Słomiński thanks the authorities and the orders of the city of Lviv for the provisions sent for the Lenten period. He expresses his gratitude and assures them of his readiness to reciprocate the kindness and serve with advice if needed.

Jan Słomiński thanks the Mayor and Councilors of Lviv for the Lenten provisions sent. He also reports on the appointment of commissioners and the collection of an authenticated decree regarding the Carmelite case.

Jan Słomiński advises the authorities of Lviv on issues concerning a default judgment and an agreement with the Carmelites regarding commissioners. He also reminds them of official fees and warns against the invalidation of red zlotys in Warsaw.

Lithuanian Field Hetman Józef Bogusław Słuszka thanks his nephew, Voivode of Volhynia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for remembering him and for settling the Stadnicki family matter. He also sends his respects to the Voivodess and declares his constant goodwill and readiness to serve.

Field Hetman of Lithuania Józef Bogusław Słuszka writes to his nephew, Voivode of Volhynia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, reporting news received from his wife concerning the General and informing him of his stay in Wytocz. The correspondence concludes with assurances of remembrance and bows to the Voivodess.

Lithuanian Field Hetman Józef Bogusław Słuszka congratulates Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski on the growth of his family and describes the escalating political and military crisis in Lithuania, related to the occupation of Vilnius and the burdensome activities of Saxon troops. Fearing political consequences, the author urgently requests the recipient to burn the letter immediately.

Field Hetman of Lithuania Józef Bogusław Słuszka writes to his nephew, Voivode of Ruthenia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about court matters in Warsaw, recommending a submitted memorial and the colonel's complaints. In the postscript, he mentions the arrival of Mr. Głuzyca, sharing observations on the difficult situation in the country and sending greetings from his wife.

Mikołaj Slągowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia on his efforts in Gdańsk to secure a bill of exchange for the amount of 6000 zlotys from hiberna funds. He sends the first copy of the bill received from Mrs. Materówna and describes the negotiations concerning Mr. Zenewa's obligations.

Alexander Smith reports from Königsberg on the prolonged treatment of his leg and delays to the ship carrying the Company's goods, caused by the threat of Turkish pirates. He also informs about the uncertainty regarding the vessel's ability to return with the cargo within the current year.

Alexander Smith expresses his surprise at the refusal to return the sent books and lists the significant expenses incurred for them. In exchange for the retained volumes, he asks the addressee to send a piece of fine linen or cambric for shirts.

Jakub Sobieski asks Father Adam Zborowski to indicate the needs related to the preparation of a funeral dinner. He is concerned with hosting the arriving guests in a manner worthy of the deceased's high status.

Jakub Sobieski informs Father Adam Zborowski about scheduling a funeral service for Tuesday morning. The letter concludes with traditional farewell formulas and the signature of the Crown Cup-bearer.