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Franciszek Lupis informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about his efforts in Paris to collect paintings from the painter de Troy. He explains that due to the artist's prolonged work and the freshness of the canvases, he could not take them personally, but expects them to be sent with a later transport.

Jan Lamprecht confirms to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski the receipt of correspondence from Prince Jakub Sobieski and the dispatch of letters from the Castellan of Kraków to Rome. He also explains the reasons for a previous delay in correspondence, caused by the departure of the Lviv post.

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.

Father J. Manasterski opposes the unlawful sending of municipal bailiffs and the collection of rent from the tenement house belonging to the late General Bekierska. He calls upon the President of Lviv to cease usurping jurisdiction over his legally acquired property.

Lviv Canon Fr. J. Manasterski addresses the Councilors of the city of Lviv with a request not to impose rent on a poor tenant for a cellar belonging to the clergyman. Citing the magistrate's long-standing benevolence toward the clergy, he declares gratitude and readiness to provide favors in return.

Friderich Johann Maydell thanks the merchant Arthur Forbes for the arrangements made with his son and informs him that he has instructed his proxy to pay the capital due. He also addresses the issue of annual interest and requests that funds expected from Wrocław be settled via a bill of exchange.

Jan Małachowski, Bishop of Chełmno and Crown Deputy Chancellor, testifies to the diligent services rendered by syndic Michał Grygowicz for the benefit of Lwów. He appeals to the municipal authorities to pay him his due remuneration and the arrears from the Grodno Sejm.

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 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 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.

Father Marek explains to the stolnikowa Anna Wróblewska the reasons for the delay in his arrival due to being detained by the definitorium and his monastic duties. He assures the recipient that he is celebrating masses for the prosperity of her estates, the recovery of debts, and the protection of her livestock from the plague.

Kazimierz Markowski reports on the health of his limping horse and informs about difficulties with the farrier due to the King's departure. He also describes the costs of his own medical treatment after an illness and urgently requests additional funds to cover his debts.

John Murray asks merchant Arthur Forbes to retrieve a debt note from Walter Innes for a settled payment or to obtain a receipt confirming the repayment. He also raises the issue of reaching an agreement with Mr. Galbricht regarding the transport of fish.

John Murray describes the difficulties in enforcing payment from John Paton and announces a meeting with Forbes at the fair in Jarosław. He also requests the shipment of desired goods, for which he promises to settle the payment.

John Murray informs Arthur Forbes that the barrel of fish sent to him did not reach him, as the carter took it to Kraków instead. In a postscript, the sender also requests that he obtain a written confirmation of the extension from Mr. Innes.

John Murray writes from Tarnów to the Lwów merchant Arthur Forbes concerning an undelivered barrel of fish, which a carter unlawfully took to Kraków, and requests the purchase of two 'warninka' vessels. He also orders thirty pairs of red morocco leather boots, suggesting they be sent hidden in a fish barrel to avoid extra costs.

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.

Jan Marchocki informs Jan Swoszowski about an assault by a servant of the Lviv councilors on his apprentice at an inn and the resulting insult. He asks the scribe for advice, threatening retaliation by soldiers if the city does not redress the grievance.

Antoni Marciszowski, Rector of the Krakow Academy, recalls the bachelor Leydman from Lviv, who had fallen into conflict with the archbishop, and asks the Lviv magistrate to make a decision regarding the appointment of a rector for the cathedral school. He also expresses gratitude for the support in a legal case and mentions the Apostolic Nuncio's plans to reissue the works of the Lviv native Szymon Szymonowic.

Thomas Marshall informs merchant Arthur Forbes about the fulfillment of an order for a gown, a belt, and the repair of a sword, which he is sending via intermediaries to Lviv. He also attaches a statement of expenses and a settlement of the advance payment.

Thomas Marshall confirms to Arthur Forbes the receipt of payment and presents an account for the sent package of fabrics. He thanks him for settling the payment and expresses hope for more profitable transactions during the next fair.

Stanisław Karol Masalski asks Marcin Anczewski to intercede with the Lviv authorities regarding the payment of the promised 300 zlotys, which the Lviv deputies failed to deliver to him in Warsaw. He explains that due to the lack of these funds, he was unable to settle his own obligations, and announces that he will send a messenger to collect the payment.

Jan Massari informs Marcin Rozwajer, who is staying in Warsaw, about the property matters of the late Kampian. He also asks him to intervene with the Crown Chancellor to postpone the verdict in a dispute over payment for cloth for the funeral of Prokop Sieniawski.

The Prior of the Krakow Carmelites intervenes with the authorities of Lviv, requesting them to cease hostile actions and the imprisonment of friars seeking to settle in the city. He explains the Provincial's delay due to visitation duties, invokes the former benevolence of the councilors' ancestors, and warns against ecclesiastical penalties for obstructing monastic foundations.

Jan Matejko expresses his gratitude for the honorable offer to stay with the Greek Catholic Metropolitan during his visit to Lviv, but declines the hospitality due to poor health and the need for his children's care. He also announces his arrival in the city for the following Tuesday.

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.

Lieutenant Medzycki reports to the Voivode on the conduct of a secret investigation and the issue of an assignment for recruits, which is to be issued on St. Martin's Day. He also informs about the transfer of funds to the commandant and the request of the Castellan of Bełz regarding the exclusion of his officers from the distribution of money.

John Maitland confirms receipt of correspondence from Arthor Forbes and informs him about sending a barrel via a carter and the lack of payment from the indisposed Doctor Krawz. The author defers the matter of money to be paid in Gdańsk until the next post.

John Maitland expresses gratitude for the offer of financial support, but due to uncertain market conditions, high transport costs, and steep customs duties, he prefers to refrain from risky investments. He proposes that the offered hides be sent to his warehouse in Jarosław and that final transaction terms be agreed upon during a personal meeting.

John Maitland sends Arthur Forbes letters from Stanyslaviv, Lviv, and Gdańsk, conveying greetings from family and friends. In a postscript, he also asks on behalf of his wife for the purchase of a korzec of Kraków groats, promising to reimburse the costs incurred.

John Maitland informs Arthur Forbes about sending instructions to hand over baskets in Mościska and about the difficulties in recovering payments from the carters. He attaches a letter explaining the purpose of the transport and notes the lack of further guarantees regarding the journey of the wagons.

K. Maitland asks Arthur Forbes to settle her accounts with Mr. Gładyszowicz and to re-present a bill of exchange for acceptance in Lviv. She also sends New Year's greetings to the addressee and Mr. Robert.

Franciszek Mainone intervenes with the Lwów magistrate against the curators of the estate of the late Maciej Franchi, accusing them of bias in favor of Doctor Franchi and of harming the widowed daughter and the creditors. He demands the transfer of the estate to his son-in-law as the legal guardian and the release of commission goods belonging to the Dresden jeweler Weyser.

Cardinal Montalto assures the authorities of Lviv of his favor and promises intercession with the Pope and the Congregation of Rites in efforts to obtain a decree regarding the cult of John of Dukla. He emphasizes the importance of this matter for the growth of piety among the local population.

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.

Stanisław Mietelski informs the Lviv authorities about the payment of 30 red zlotys to the Lviv syndic for the public needs of the city. He requests an interest-free reimbursement of this sum to Franciszek Solski upon presentation of the appropriate receipt.

Samuel reminds the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, of his verbal consent for a several-week stay at his palace in Warsaw. He requests a written order for the residence manager to provide him with suitable accommodation.

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.

The administrator of the Lwów Archdiocese, Fr. Stefan Mikulski, appeals to the Lwów magistrate to provide suitable housing for newly baptized Jews who are dying in large numbers due to overcrowding and extreme poverty. He warns the city authorities of the risk of a plague outbreak and the wrath of God, while promising weekly financial support for the sick from church funds.

Maciej Mirowski appeals to Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for financial support and the payment of outstanding dues for many years of service and expenses incurred for a gardener. He also reports issues with Mr. Tetili and intercedes on behalf of a long-unpaid employee working with carriages.