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Ferdinand Engelhardt prepared in Wrocław a specification of goods with a total value of over 4932 florins, sent on two wagons to Robert Forbes in Jarosław. The cargo included, among others, various fabrics, haberdashery, stockings, paper, sugar, lead, and chocolate.

Ferdinand Engelhardt issues a detailed specification and invoice to Robert and Arthur Forbes for six bales of various cloths sent from Wrocław to Jarosław. The document contains a list of colors, types of materials, and their valuation, including packaging costs.

Ferdinand Engelhardt presents Arthur Forbes with a statement of receivables collected from ox traders and informs him about the transfer of funds to Robert Forbes's account. He also describes disputes with debtors, Kirkur Teodorowic and David Antonowic, who questioned the amount of the calculated agio and currency exchange rates.

This second letter of 8 May, separate from the one on p. 48, discusses commercial correspondence, transport, and the assessment of goods. The sender refers to shipped items and further arrangements; some details are illegible. Page 51 is a folded address-bearing reverse.

Ferdinand Engelhardt refuses to lower the price of cloth sent to Jarosław and explains the lack of available shirting. He also informs about the sale of oxen brought from Ruthenia and transactions conducted with butchers in Nuremberg.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the dispatch of a wagon with goods from Breslau to Jarosław, including cloth, sheet metal, and paper, entrusted to the carter Adam Knapik. The sender provides a specification of the cargo weight and instructions regarding the payment of the remaining freight balance upon the safe arrival of the transport.

Ferdinand Engelhardt confirms receipt of payment delivered by Donik Aksentowicz. He also explains the reasons for the delay in fulfilling the order for Hungarian cloth and requests earlier notification of demand due to autumn bad weather.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs about sending a shipment of cloth to Jarosław via carters Jan Oslik and Tomasz Kiełbika. He also requests the collection of an outstanding debt of 210 thalers from Andreas Boyd before releasing his bond.

The document contains a settlement of the sale of 128 oxen brought by Mikołaj Namiestnik to Świdnica. The statement includes the amounts obtained from the sale, customs duties, wages for drovers, and costs for the treatment and maintenance of sick animals.

A bill issued in Wrocław documenting the sale of 1,235 pairs of raw hides for a total sum of over 3,807 thalers. Half of the payment was settled in cash, while the other half was covered by the delivery of various textile and haberdashery goods.

The letter to Robert Forbes dated 13 March 1692 discusses a shipment of goods and its packaging. The sender refers to the quality or condition of the goods and the calculation of their value and transport costs. Different materials or goods are mentioned, but names and accounts are only partly legible. Page 43 is the address side.

The letter names Robert and Arthur Forbes and combines commercial correspondence with a list of quantities and amounts. References to bales, numbered entries, and several figures are visible; some goods and the links between amounts remain uncertain. Page 25 is a folded leaf with an address.

Wacław Rzewuski expresses regret over the harm suffered by the President of Lviv and assures his support for the city's rights. At the same time, he strongly advises the magistrate to reach a settlement to prevent burdensome and costly tribunal proceedings.

Field Hetman of the Crown Wacław Rzewuski thanks the authorities of Lviv for securing a criminal sent to the city by the Chełm bailiff. He requests his final extradition in accordance with the latest order of the Crown Treasurer.

The Voivode of Kraków, Wacław Rzewuski, recommends Warsaw merchants Feliks Salvator and Reisner to the authorities of Lviv, as they are seeking permission to organize carnival redoubts. He assures that they will purchase all supplies locally and that the venture will attract numerous nobility to the city, bringing significant profits to Lviv.

Wacław Rzewuski thanks the proconsul and councilors of Lviv for the kindness shown to him, sending mutual wishes for long-lasting prosperity. He assures the magistrate of his constant attachment and respect.

Wacław Rzewuski addresses the authorities of Lviv with a request to entrust the vacant provostship in the local archcathedral to his nephew, Father Chancellor Rzewuski. In return, he promises the Lviv councilors his remembrance and gratitude at every opportunity.

Stanisław Jabłonowski informs the President of Lwów that the letter concerning city land near the ramparts arrived after the general sejmik, which prevents him from officially engaging in the dispute with the Discalced Carmelites. He only authorizes the commandant to defend the ramparts and declares his readiness to assist the city on other occasions.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, thanks the authorities of Lviv for their previous favor and renews the recommendation of his son, the abbot priest, who is applying for the Lviv provostship. He expresses gratitude and promises prayers for the prosperity of the councilors while awaiting the decision of the archbishop's court.

Podolian Voivode Michał Rzewuski asks the President of Lwów for assistance in leasing the suburban village of Biłohorszcze based on a royal rescript. In return, he promises strict adherence to the contract terms and constant goodwill and gratitude toward the municipal authorities.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, renews his request to the Mayor and Councilors of Lviv to grant the vacant Lviv parish to his son, the Abbot. In return for their favor, he declares his gratitude and readiness to provide any services for the benefit of the city.

Michał Rzewuski, Voivode of Podolia, appeals to the authorities of Lviv to grant the vacant Lviv parish to his son following the death of Dean Wieniawski. He recalls the Magistrate's previous promises and assures them of his lifelong gratitude and readiness to provide favors.

Voivode of Podolia Michał Rzewuski extends his wishes for prosperity and health to the proconsul and consuls of the city of Lviv and their families on the occasion of the New Year. He assures them of his constant favor, respect, and readiness for further service.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, thanks the Lviv Magistrate for the greetings sent on the occasion of the Resurrection of the Lord. In response, he offers the city authorities reciprocal wishes for health and all prosperity.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, reiterates his request to the Lviv city magistrate to lease him the suburban village of Biłohorszcze. He reminds them of his family's traditional benevolence toward the city and his own support for Lviv's privileges.

The author sends Franciszek Głogowski a letter from his own brother, the Stolnik of Bełz, confirming that the addressee's request has been fulfilled. He expresses his confidence that Głogowski will keep his word.

Anna Rzeczycka writes to provisor Beem to complain about neighbors who have incited a dispute and groundlessly accused her of border conflicts. The author requests a personal site inspection in Malechów and a fair resolution of the matter, assuring her desire to maintain good neighborly relations.

Andrzej Żydowski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about the disruption of the sejmik by the party unable to maintain the previous parliamentary resolutions. The author anticipates the convocation of another assembly and requests further, more detailed instructions.

The sender discusses a matter requiring further proceedings. The text contains references to a deadline and a commission or commissioner, but their relationship and the decision sought cannot be established. No dateline is visible.

The sender discusses a matter of competence or jurisdiction, referring to the “Constitution of 1683”; a contract is also mentioned. The surviving text does not establish the subject of the dispute or the decision requested. No dateline is visible; the signature is illegible.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski approves the arrest by the Lwów magistrate of a Jew suspected of espionage for Turkey and orders his continued detention. He also recommends finding a translator to read the correspondence seized from the arrested man, which was being sent to Constantinople.

A letter from Stanisław Żółkiewski dated 15 July 1618. It refers to an official or legal matter and a request from the recipient, but details cannot be established from the partial reading.

Stanisław Żółkiewski intervenes with the authorities of Lviv in defense of the aggrieved creditor, Mr. Jonaki, demanding the enforcement of debt repayment from the evasive Andrzej Torosowicz or the imprisonment of the debtor. The Hetman justifies his support by citing Jonaki's services to the Commonwealth.

The Latin formula addressed to “Domini, Amici et vicini carissimi” is recognizable. The Polish text contains incomplete references to a message or explanation of a matter, but its subject cannot be established.

Stanisław Żółkiewski appeals to the authorities of Lwów for assistance in collecting a debt from Andrzej Torosowicz for the benefit of Mr. Jonaki, who has served the Commonwealth well. The Hetman demands that, in the absence of payment, the dishonest debtor be imprisoned in the city jail without delay.

The writer discusses reports and possible action concerning Constantinople, refers to information received, and asks for further assistance. This is separate from the next letter dated the same day.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lviv councilors about a merchant named Maruki, suspected of spying for Constantinople. He advises them to locate him in Lviv and detain him due to the tense political situation with the Ottoman Empire.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski instructs the Lviv city councilors to immediately hand over the 'kwarciane' funds sent by the Elector of Brandenburg, which were deposited in the Lviv town hall, to Mr. Brodecki. These funds are urgently needed for the army.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lwów councilors about a Jew suspected of passing information to Constantinople under the pretext of trading in jewels. He orders him to be kept under guard in the city until royal instructions regarding his case arrive.

Stanisław Żółkiewski intercedes with the authorities of Lwów on behalf of his painter, Bogusz, requesting that he not be forced to take on the guardianship of distant relatives. The Hetman emphasizes that due to these additional obligations, the artist would be unable to complete his commissioned work on time.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lviv city councilors about a suspicious Greek man named Maruki, who is buying up jewels and sending reports to Constantinople. He orders them to investigate the matter and detain him due to the ongoing tension in relations with the Ottoman Empire.

Crown Field Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski orders the Lviv councilors to immediately hand over to Mr. Brodecki the funds from the Brandenburg 'kwarta' deposited in the town hall, due to urgent military needs. A chancery note indicates that the hetman's envoy collected the aforementioned funds on August 12, 1614.

Stanisław Żółkiewski asks the Lviv councilors not to force the painter Bogusz to take on legal guardianship of distant relatives. The Hetman argues that the craftsman is currently fully occupied with work commissioned by him.

Stanisław Żółkiewski responds to a letter from the Lwów councilors concerning yesterday's tumult in the city, expressing his regret over the incident. He advises calming the situation using the most peaceful means and refers the recipients to oral explanations provided by the city clerk.

Stanisław Żurawski, Cup-bearer of Ciechanów, asks the mayor and councilors of the city of Lwów for their favor toward his friend, Mr. Walter, in a case pending in Lwów concerning wines. He assures them of his gratitude and readiness to reciprocate the favor shown.

Adam Zabierzowski informs Franciszek Zawadzki about the difficulties in finding transport carts for moving honey from Bila Tserkva to Lviv due to the local population being burdened with providing forage for the troops stationed there for the winter. He also requests a receipt for twenty-one barrels of honey sent to Yazlovets.

Zawadzki justifies his absence in Lviv by the necessity of conducting an inquisition among his subjects at the request of the Voivodess of Bełz. He asks the addressee to pass on news from the post and to oversee ongoing property matters.

Zawadzki informs the Voivode about the transfer of the assignment to the saltworks administration and the alarm among the subjects in the starosty, who are paying rents and grain taxes with resistance. He appeals for orders to be issued to the banner command to show consideration for the poor population and mentions current castle and financial matters.

The page contains a tabular list of names/items and amounts, with totals. It is a separate enclosure or loose list, not a letter. Individual entries and totals have not been transcribed because the words and figures are uncertain; its relationship to the letters in this unit is unknown.

Zawadzki assures the addressee of his due respect despite others prioritizing their private interests. In a postscript, he also conveys health wishes from his son staying in Zator.