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Crown Chamberlain Kazimierz Poniatowski thanks the authorities of the city of Lviv for the New Year's greetings sent. In response, he offers them and all the inhabitants his heartfelt wishes for all prosperity.

Kazimierz Poniatowski intervenes with the authorities of Lwów regarding a protracted lawsuit concerning copper confiscated from Jews from Stryj. He appeals for the rejection of legal subterfuges and the swift issuance of a just verdict, pointing to the losses suffered by his subjects and his own income.

The Lviv Archcathedral Chapter grants the spouses Jan and Marianna Godowski, under emphyteutic law for 40 years, three plots abandoned after a fire in the Świętojańszczyzna jurisdiction in the Żółkiewskie Suburb of Lviv, with permission to build a tenement house. The document specifies the amount of the entry fee, annual rent, and conditions for sale and public burdens; in 1805, it was entered into the Lviv city books.

Maciej Poniatowski informs the Lwów councilors that the King has already granted the village of Zniesienie to Mr. Łącki, making it impossible to fully reverse this decision. However, he advises the city to quickly send a specification of the disputed mountain in order to exclude it from the grant and obtain rights to it through an agreement with the new owner.

Father Maciej Poniatowski assures the authorities of Lviv of his constant goodwill and readiness to defend the city's rights and support its affairs before the King. He declares his patronage in recognition of the unwavering loyalty and merits of the Lviv burghers towards the monarch.

The Marshal of the Nobility and district deputies of the Volhynian Governorate confirm the nobility of Józef, Bartłomiej, and Michał Zbrożek, as well as the sons of Józef, of the Rola coat of arms. The document certifies the entry of the family into the sixth part of the genealogical book of the Volhynian nobility by virtue of the privilege of Empress Catherine II of 1785.

Stanisław Poniatowski appeals to the Lviv magistrate to facilitate the exchange of ducats for soldiers of the local garrison, emphasizing the benefits of their stationing for the city's security and trade. At the same time, he warns that a lack of goodwill from the city authorities will force him to move the troops to other winter quarters.

Stanisław Poniatowski renews his request to the Lviv authorities to facilitate the exchange of red zlotys for soldiers of the garrison stationed in the city. He points out that despite the magistracy's earlier declarations, the military still encounters difficulties with transactions.

Stanisław Poniatowski demands a final decision from the authorities of Lwów regarding the exchange of red zlotys for the soldiers at the proper rate. He warns that in case of refusal, he will decide to withdraw the garrison from the city.

Stanisław Poniatowski orders the garrison commander to intervene with the Jesuit rector and the magistrate in connection with student attacks on Lwów Jews. He instructs to put the guilds on alert and, in case of escalation of the riots, to use live ammunition.

The Lviv Metropolitan Chapter grants the spouses Ignacy and Katarzyna Gawlikowski a plot of land in the Saint John jurisdiction in the Zhovkva Suburb of Lviv for a thirty-year emphyteusis. The document specifies the terms of the lease, including the payment of an annual rent, the payment of public taxes, and the reservation of the right of first refusal for the Chapter regarding the buildings.

Wojciech Portens urges the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki to settle the payment for five barrels of wine sent a year ago. He reminds him that the transport risk rested with the recipient, while declaring his readiness to participate in the costs of seeking compensation for the damage incurred.

The document is an official extract from the Register of the Estates of Galicia and Lodomeria, certifying the decree of the Noble Court in Lwów regarding the proven and undoubted nobility of Hrehor, Piotr, Bazyli, and Jan Strutyński Kowalewicz. It confirms their noble rights and hereditary settlement in the Stanisławów circle.

Michał Postępski justifies his absence from the municipal authorities' meeting due to an urgent task commissioned by the Castellan of Lviv and asks for the magistrate's favor. He assures them of his previous merits and mentions the expenses incurred in connection with them.

Pope Pius VII notifies the metropolitan chapter in Lviv of the appointment of Andrzej Alojzy Ankwicz as Archbishop of Lviv following the death of Kajetan Kicki. He orders the chapter to show the new pastor due obedience and to submit to his ordinances.

Father Potępski demands the removal of plague victims from his house opposite the Bernardine convent, where they were placed by the magistrate's decision. The clergyman complains about the contamination of the building and the lack of income necessary to pay off the debt on the property, asking for a resolution to the problem.

The document presents the history of the establishment of the Institute for the Deaf and Dumb in Lviv, its financial status and the composition of its authorities, and commemorates the commencement of the construction of the institute's new headquarters in Lychakiv in 1840.

Anna Potocka appeals to the Lviv city councilors for more lenient treatment of the imprisoned Białkowski couple and for their release on bail. She informs them of her waiver of claims against the prisoners, noting that the actual perpetrator has already been punished.

Pope Pius IX informs the Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv of the Latin Rite about the appointment of Łukasz Baraniecki to the office of Archbishop of Lviv. He orders the canons to show the new ordinary the due obedience and reverence under penalty of ecclesiastical sanctions.

Anna Potocka informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, that she does not mind that her skipper took his belongings onto her boats. She adds that, wishing to do him a favor, she ordered the cargo to be transported by her own horses directly to Lwów.

Pope Pius IX, at the request of the Archbishop of Lviv, extends the privilege of using pontifical insignia to the provost and dean of the Latin-rite Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv. The document allows them to use pontificals whenever permitted by the archbishop, rather than only three times a year as previously established by Pope Gregory XVI.

Abbess Eleonora Potocka asks the President of Lwów, Karol Szmeling, to protect Stefan Laskowski from the legal claims of the Liw cup-bearer, Rosnowski, regarding a tenement house purchased from the convent. She emphasizes that Laskowski acquired the property fully legally and paid all dues, and therefore should not be subject to any judgments.

Pope Pius IX informs the Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv of the Latin Rite about the transfer of the Bishop of Przemyśl, Franciszek Ksawery Wierzchleyski, to the archiepiscopal see in Lviv. He commands the canons to show submission, respect, and obedience to their new pastor under penalty of confirming any sanctions imposed on the disobedient.

Teofila Potocka informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of her misfortune caused by her husband's illness and her loneliness on the estate. She begs the addressee to persuade someone in Lwów to be sent to Halicz to provide them with aid, assuring a safe escort for them.

Teresa Potocka assures the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, of her remembrance and long-standing goodwill, while conveying a request from her husband. She also sends greetings to the addressee and his wife.

Pope Pius IX orders the appointed apostolic commissioners to solemnly induct Karol Mosing into the dignity of provost of the Lviv Metropolitan Chapter of the Latin Rite after receiving the prescribed oath of fidelity. The document mandates the transfer of all rights, jurisdiction, and beneficial income pertaining to this dignity to the nominee, under penalty of ecclesiastical sanctions against those who resist.

Konstancja Potocka informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, that due to the addressee's absence from Lviv, she has conveyed her matter through her son. She makes a humble request for his favor and sends greetings to the Voivodess and the family.

Konstancja Potocka announces her husband's arrival, who is to personally report on the difficult situation, and laments the misfortunes that have befallen the family. She encourages maintaining unity within the family in the face of God's affliction and sends greetings to the Voivodess.

Pope Pius IX grants the vacant provostship of the Metropolitan Chapter in Lviv to his secret chamberlain and current dean of the chapter, Rev. Karol Mosing. The document exempts the beneficiary from the requirement of holding specific academic degrees, while ordering him to make a profession of faith.

Pelagia Potocka requests the rector of the Lviv Jesuit College to pay Józef Kumanowski the dues for forage provided to the Russian army from the villages of Podciemne and Rakowiec. She explains that she authorized Kumanowski to collect payments from debtors and settle obligations during her absence.

Pope Pius IX appoints the provost of the Lviv Cathedral Chapter, Karol Mössing, as a Domestic Prelate of His Holiness, granting him the right to wear violet vestments and a rochet, along with all privileges pertaining to this office. The document was confirmed and forwarded to the recipient by the Archbishop of Lviv, Franciszek Ksawery Wierzchleyski.

R. C. Potocka requests the Lviv Magistrate to grant the city scribe Ziętkiewicz permission for a short-term departure from Lviv during the Easter period to attend to her urgent matters. She explains that the official, due to his duties, refused to leave the city without official permission from the authorities.

The document contains the oath of fidelity and obedience to Pope Pius IX and the Apostolic See, sworn by Karol Mosing, Provost of the Lviv Metropolitan Church. In it, he pledges, among other things, canonical obedience, the defense of the rights and dignity of the papacy, and the non-alienation of the property of the benefice entrusted to him.

Andrzej Potocki requests the Lviv authorities to enter into the city records and customarily announce a moratorium letter issued by the Lesser Crown Chancellery for an impoverished Lviv cloth shearer. In exchange for fulfilling this official duty, the Crown Camp Prefect declares his continued favor and protection to the magistrate.

Andrzej Potocki intervenes with the Lviv councilors on behalf of a nobleman's servant who wounded someone while defending his master. The author expresses surprise at the city's jurisdiction over a nobleman and requests his release from custody on the condition of reconciliation with the injured party.

Pope Leo XIII informs the Metropolitan Chapter of the Latin Rite in Lviv of the appointment of Seweryn Morawski as the new Archbishop of Lviv. He orders the canons to show the prelate due obedience and respect under penalty of canonical sanctions imposed on the recalcitrant.

Andrzej Potocki asks the Lviv authorities for help in recovering a significant sum of money stolen from a Stanisławów merchant named Lefter at a new Lviv inn. In exchange for a fair and thorough investigation of the case, he declares his mutual goodwill and readiness to assist the magistrate.

Pope Leo XIII announces the appointment of Feliks Zabłocki to the provostry of the metropolitan church in Lviv. He orders the designated executors to receive the oath of fidelity and to induct the nominee into possession of the office along with all rights and benefices.

Pope Leo XIII appoints Fr. Feliks Zabłocki, previously the dean, as the provost of the Latin-rite Metropolitan Chapter in Lviv, vacant following the death of Fr. Ludwik Czechowski. The document imposes on the beneficiary the obligation to make a profession of faith and an oath to observe the statutes of the chapter.

Antoni Potocki asks Colonel Korytowski to refrain from stationing Crown troops within the starosta's jurisdiction in Lviv. He refers to the decision of the Hetman conveyed through Starosta Branicki.

The document contains the text of the oath of fidelity to the Apostolic See and Pope Leo XIII, taken by Józef Weber in connection with his appointment as auxiliary bishop of Lviv. In it, he pledges to defend the rights of the Roman Church, to obey the Pope, and to personally perform ad limina Apostolorum visits.

Ignacy Potocki appeals to the Lviv authorities for a swift and fair resolution of the dispute with the Lviv sub-judge Łoś concerning the purchased Osmolska tenement house. In return for a favorable trial, he declares his gratitude and readiness to assist the magistrate.

Ignacy Potocki demands financial compensation from the President of Lviv, Franciszek Longchamps de Bérier, for the forced billeting of a Russian general and officers in his townhouse. He emphasizes that due to the occupation of the building, he suffered losses by being unable to rent it out during the contract period, and his wife was forced to seek alternative accommodation.

Pope Pius XI, acceding to the request of Archbishop Józef Bilczewski, grants the prelates and canons of the Metropolitan Chapter of Lviv of the Latin Rite the right to wear prelatial attire with ruby-colored distinctions, a violet mantelletta, and a ring outside the celebration of Holy Mass.

Aleksander Jan Potocki asks Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski to intercede with the King to prevent his brother from being stripped of his banner. He recalls his brother's significant financial outlays and sacrifices since the Vienna expedition, appealing for the defense of his noble honor.

Preserved parchment leaves from a liturgical musical manuscript (antiphonary) containing texts and choral notation for the breviary offices for the feasts of, among others, St. Peter Martyr, Sts. Philip and James the Apostles, St. Antoninus of Florence, the Finding of the Holy Cross, and St. Catherine of Siena.

Lviv Starosta Joachim Potocki responds to the Lviv authorities regarding complaints about the conduct of his officials, expressing surprise that the matter was not raised during his recent visit to the city. He assures them of his respect for municipal rights and promises to personally investigate the complaints and rectify any abuses upon his return.

The Starosta of Lviv, Potocki, informs the authorities of Lviv that he has anticipated their request and instructed the burgrave to appoint a suitable candidate for the office of city president. He thanks the councilors for subsequently asking for his opinion and declares his favor.

The Starosta of Lwów, Potocki, admonishes the Lwów Magistrate regarding a complaint from the Kahal concerning attempts to remove Jews from Ruska Street, contrary to a royal decree. He calls upon the municipal authorities to uphold existing laws and refrain from disputes until a final commission ruling is issued.

Lviv Starosta Joachim Potocki thanks the Lviv Magistrate for respecting the rights and prerogatives of the starosta regarding the appointment of the city president. He announces that he will instruct the burgrave to appoint, on his behalf, a capable, deserving, and widely accepted person from among the city councilors to this position.