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Stanisław Usman writes to the Mayor of Lviv requesting clarification regarding the silverware of the Zhovkva church, which was taken from the Lviv archive during the Turkish siege. He informs about the personal involvement of King John III Sobieski in recovering the valuables and asks for information to be gathered from the Lviv city councilors.

Bazyli Ustrzycki requests the Lviv Magistrate to refer the case of Mr. Krupiński against Dominikowa and her sons, as well as Father Stefan Wyszyński, to the court of first instance. He justifies this by the necessity of questioning local witnesses, whose transport to Lviv would involve a loss of time and great difficulties.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki informs Jan Jabłonowski about the failure of his efforts at the royal court in Kraków and thanks him for his patronage thus far. He asks the Voivode for patience and to refrain from suddenly revoking the lease in Łaszki, announcing a personal meeting during the assembly in Lwów.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki asks Jan Jabłonowski not to lease the property to anyone else before the announced commission, pointing out that a sudden loss of the lease would cause him severe financial damage. He declares his willingness to reach a personal agreement and continue managing the lease to the satisfaction of the Voivode.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki explains to the Voivode of Ruthenia that due to his absence, he was unaware of an attempt to station troops in Łaszki based on a hetman's assignment. He assures that he has immediately issued orders not to hinder the actions of the Voivode's official.

Maciej Józef Ustrzycki informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the arrival of soldiers in Łaszki for winter quarters and billeting, which places an excessive burden on the local community. Complaining about the lack of income caused by peasant uprisings, the author requests the payment of the promised compensation for winter crops.

Primate Jakub Uchański expresses his support for the Lviv burghers protesting against the kaptur courts imposed by the nobility and advises them to persist in their opposition. He also assures them that he has sent a letter to the Voivode of Ruthenia requesting the protection of municipal rights until a new monarch is elected.

Krzysztof Fabrytz informs Artur Forbes that the three pieces of linen entrusted to him are still in Warsaw due to a lack of wagoners. He declares that he will send the material to Jarosław at the first convenient opportunity as soon as he receives it.

Captain Faleński, on behalf of the confederated army, calls upon the Lwów councilors to personally arrive at the camp near Szczerec with the prepared funds instead of negotiating through intermediaries. He promises that once the payment is settled, he will immediately issue an ordinance ordering the soldiers to leave the occupied territories.

Ludwik Fantucci expresses his joy at Maciej Hayder's recovery from illness and sends him satin as a gift in gratitude for his hospitality in Lviv. He also informs him that no further steps are needed in their joint matter due to a statement from Mr. Zamoyski, and inquires about the progress regarding Mr. Sadomski.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about difficulties in collecting debts and hopes for prompt payments from Mr. Okresz and Jonel Lust following Captain Chambers' return from the sejmik. He also reports on the expected arrival of Mr. Roberts and mentions letters and copies of documents delivered by messengers.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about Mr. Robert's departure for a visitation and forwards letters received from Lviv and Sambir. He also conveys Mr. Jarsarski's request to send a parcel to Lviv as soon as possible.

Merchant account of Arthur Forbes from April 1687 in Lwów, summarizing his receivables and liabilities related to trade in wine, saffron, food, loans, and transport fees. The record contains a debt balance and an extract from previous transactions registered in Przemyśl and Lwów in 1686.

Johann Farquhar reports on trade transactions involving morocco leather and wax, as well as the organization of shipments to Wrocław and Gdańsk. He also informs about the growing conflict between the Kraków magistrate and the bishop against the Lutherans, who are threatened with expulsion from the city or the outbreak of a riot.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about bill of exchange settlements in Kraków, the sale of morocco leather, and the successful receipt of a shipment of goods from Leipzig. He also mentions interventions before the King on behalf of the imprisoned Mr. Nikolayev and conveys requests from the Swedish resident.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about the successful receipt of a cargo from a carter and difficult price negotiations with shoemakers purchasing morocco leather. He also reports on the commercial activities of competitors, correspondence from merchants, and royal decrees issued to the Krakow magistrate.

Johann Farquhar informs Arthur Forbes about Mr. Robert's departure for a church service and sends, in his stead, the enclosed letters and three newspapers for recipients in Jarosław and Lviv.

Katarzyna Felkerzambowa informs her brother, Jan Jabłonowski, about delivering his letter to Queen Marie Casimire and obtaining her intercession with the Lady of Kamieniec. Due to her weakened health, the monarch could not reply personally, but she sent her warm regards to the Voivode.

Jan Teodorowicz asks Arthur Forbes to urgently send to Cluj a debt certificate for the late Márton Lipi, certified by the Lviv magistrate and Greek merchants. The widow of the deceased refuses to acknowledge the obligation due to the lack of a preserved debt instrument.

Festenburg requests the Mayor of Lwów to temporarily admit the impoverished Kozłowska to an almshouse free of charge while she awaits a permanent vacancy. He explains that her current food and maintenance are being provided by Mr. Gutowski.

Rector of the Krakow Academy Stanisław Filipowicz informs the Lviv authorities about the disciplinary verdict issued against Father Małecki for disobedience, assuring them of the inviolability of municipal prerogatives. He also declares that he has entrusted temporary administration to Father Opejdowicz and expresses readiness to send a new person to replace the unaccepted Mr. Jankiewicz.

Elżbieta Firlejowa, née Radziwiłł, mourns the death of her husband, describing this loss as a tragedy affecting not only her but the entire society. She addresses the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, and his wife, requesting their presence at the funeral ceremonies in Lublin.

Aleksander Fiałkowski reports to Jan Jabłonowski on his efforts to win over and maintain the Chamberlain of Przemyśl for the interests of the Jabłonowski family, promising him, among other things, a horse from the Voivode of Kraków. He also mentions parliamentary matters and a financial assignment for Czarniecki.

Flemming, née Litolff von Edlersberg, asks the Lviv administrator for permission for Zofia Przeslewiczowa to visit regularly and potentially stay overnight during the absence of her husband, who is in Brody. The author vouches for the woman's impeccable conduct, citing her daughter's long-term service for a mutual acquaintance.

János Fogarasi informs János Kemény about the exchange of hostages and the commencement of Polish-Tatar negotiations at Zhvanets, as well as the famine prevailing in the Crown camp. He also warns against the Tatars returning through Moldavia and the possible abduction of the wife of Hospodar Vasile Lupu.

Anna Konstantia Forbes describes to her relative her family's adaptation to life in Gdańsk and encourages him to visit and move to the city. She also informs him about the expected return of Mrs. Tymf's son after an eight-year stay in the East Indies.

AK Forbes asks Arthur Forbes to purchase and send at the earliest opportunity six pieces of clotheslines and a piece of thick towels via Mrs. Merland. The author also sends greetings from herself and the children, especially from the addressee's godson.

Anna Konstantia Forbes excuses her delay in correspondence due to health problems and reports on the recent visit of Mr. Robert to Gdańsk. She strongly encourages the addressee to leave Jarosław and live with them, emphasizing the peacefulness of life there and the need for support for her aging husband in his business affairs.

Anna Marianna Forbes sends Arthur Forbes Christmas and New Year greetings. She also thanks him for the help provided and assures him that the debt has been paid according to the obligation.

Arthur Forbes requests John Maitland to release the baskets marked with the number 5, located in his house, to the bearer of the letter.

Arthur Forbes reports on financial operations, payments to contractors, and difficulties related to cash transfers during troop movements. He also informs about the shipment of cloth and Nuremberg goods, announcing an upcoming business meeting in Kraków.

Arthur Forbes asks his brother to return Mr. Sokina's debt note in connection with the settlement of accounts with Mr. Gordon. He also orders the payment of dues owed to Sokina under the bond and the repayment of a loan of 25 thalers.

William Forbes sends New Year's greetings from Zamość to Arthur Forbes in Lviv and asks him to purchase and send by post one stone of good salted fish. He also assures him that the money spent will be reimbursed to the indicated intermediary.

William Forbes thanks his cousin Arthur for the barrel of salted fish sent and asks him to settle the payment in Lviv through John Arkonhowd. The letter concludes with greetings from his wife and well-wishes for relatives and friends.

William Forbes informs his cousin Arthur Forbes about sending a sum of over 144 florins via John Arkonhowd. He expresses gratitude for past favors and assures him of his readiness for further service.

Michał Fredro intervenes on behalf of the knightly circle with the Lwów city councilors against excessive taxation and the burdensome quartering of envoys among the poor Halych suburbanites. He warns the municipal authorities against the extortion by tax collectors and announces that he will raise this matter at the next sejmik.

The Castellan of Lwów, Jerzy Bogusław Fredro, appeals to the Castellan of Kraków, Feliks Potocki, for assistance in apprehending Marcin Waśniowski, his former ward who was sentenced by the Crown Tribunal for an attempt on his life. Fredro proposes that Potocki write a private letter to his relative, Prince Janusz Wiśniowiecki, to have the criminal, who is serving in the Lithuanian army, sent to Lwów under a pretext so that justice may be served.

Jakub Maksymilian Fredro asks Wojciech Zimnicki to settle a debt with the goldsmith Grünwald based on a contract left by his late brother, the Bishop of Bacău. He also forwards a letter to the Archbishop of Lviv, requesting the remission of a one-hundred-zloty debt incurred by the deceased.

Imprisoned Jan Frydel addresses President Ziękiewicz and the entire Lviv Magistrate with a humble request for support and forgiveness for his reckless escape. He begs for counsel and a helping hand that would enable his safe return to his former office and rehabilitation before the city authorities.

The President of Nowy Sambor, Jan Funk, addresses the Lviv Magistrate with a request to borrow the city executioner to carry out a death sentence on a nobleman convicted of murder, due to the lack of an executioner in Przemyśl. In return, he sends a messenger with the customary fee of eight Polish zlotys and declares gratitude and mutual assistance.

W. Chwałkowski writes briefly to his son Franciszek, a companion of the armored banner, reproaching him for his lack of correspondence and reporting on a meeting with relatives and the serious illness of Mrs. Karczewska. He also conveys greetings from the household and information about current postal matters.

The author informs his son about the withdrawal of Saxon and Swedish troops from Greater Poland towards Toruń and mentions the recent death of the Crown Treasurer, Rafał Leszczyński. He also asks Franciszek to provide brotherly care for their younger relative, Władysław, who is arriving, and to introduce him to court service.

The author thanks his son Franciszek for the letters sent and for his warning, while requesting less frequent correspondence due to high postal costs. He also conveys current family news, reports on the health of loved ones, and mentions the departure of Kazio and Władysław to Malbork.

Franciszek Chwałkowski addresses the pancerny comrade Wolski with a polite request to look after his sent servant and protect him from harm until the arrival of Mr. Siemieński at the banner. In return for the support shown, the author declares his remembrance, gratitude, and readiness to reciprocate the favor.

Franciszek Chwałkowski regrets that he cannot personally serve the Standard-Bearer of Wenden, and therefore sends his postal servant to him with a request for a kind reception. He assures him of his readiness to accept any comments and admonitions, and declares his desire to maintain constant correspondence.

Franciszek Chwałkowski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about Mr. Stamirowski's wait for a meeting, news from the sejmik, Swedish troop movements, and diplomatic papers from Toruń. He also reports on the health of the Starosta of Lwów and financial matters concerning the royal princes.

Stanisław Chmielecki sends seasonal greetings to Franciszek Głogowski and thanks him for the favors received. At the same time, he complains about the addressee's own brother, who avoids repaying a sum and fulfilling a tribunal decree, forcing the author to seek justice in the Tribunal once again.

Stefan Chmielnicki intervenes with the Lviv City Councilors regarding the return of items deposited by his companion Starzycki, which a Lviv burgher is unlawfully refusing to return. He informs them of the delegation of Mr. Chocimierski, who is to satisfy all creditors' claims and collect the withheld property.

Prince Ivan Khovansky refuses to halt the march of Muscovite troops without an explicit order from the Tsar, but guarantees the royal commissioners safe passage for negotiations. He also explains the reasons for the earlier detention of a Polish messenger during the fighting for the Brest fortress.

Krzysztof Chodorowski assures the Lviv city councilors of his constant goodwill and readiness to do them a favor. He also informs them of the postponement of his planned trip to Halych due to matters related to the confederation.