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The Magistrate of Kamianets-Podilskyi responds to a letter from the Lviv authorities concerning the runaway servants of the Grand Crown Chancellor. They assure that the local fortress commandant has been informed and express their readiness to immediately apprehend the deserters should they appear in the city.

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.

Alcide Cattini petitions Chancellor Jan Małachowski to order the Lviv magistrate to repay a debt of 330 red zlotys, plus interest, from the estate of the late valet Estra. The author of the memorial emphasizes that his claim predates the debtor's marriage and should take precedence over the bequest made to the widow.

Magdalena Kuropatnicka, Abbess of the Lviv Benedictines, complains to Chancellor Jan Małachowski about the Lviv Magistrate, who violates the privileges of the convent's jurisdiction, unlawfully summons, raids, and imprisons the craftsmen under her authority. She asks the Chancellor for a written intervention with the city authorities to stop further grievances and violations until the dispute is resolved by an appointed commission.

Castellan of Lviv Michał Łoś addresses the Lviv magistrate with a request for the strict execution of the Crown Assessor's Court decree in favor of the Inflanty cup-bearer Moroński, in accordance with the recommendation of the Crown Chancellor.

Jan Małachowski, Bishop of Chełmno and Crown Deputy Chancellor, testifies to the diligent service of 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.

Archbishop of Lwów Jan Tarnowski confirms and approves the donation of a sum of six thousand Polish zlotys, recorded by the municipal authorities of Lwów from the estate of the late councilor Maciej Hejder for the benefit of the Brotherhood of the Most Holy Body of Christ at the Lwów Cathedral.

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.

The document commemorates the restoration of a tin weather vane in the shape of a lion, the city's coat of arms, to the tower of the Lwów town hall after it was knocked down during a storm in the period of wartime turmoil. It outlines the dramatic sieges and disasters of Lwów, offers thanksgiving for salvation, and provides a detailed list of the city's authorities, guilds, and clergy at the time.

Crown Registrar J. L. Nowicki informs a Lwów councilor about a planned conciliation meeting with the commoners in Końskie under the patronage of the Grand Crown Chancellor and advises that a deputy should first visit Warsaw to collect documents. He also asks the addressee to collect items intended for him from the commissioner of the Starostina of Rohatyn.

J. L. Nowicki informs the Lwów councilors about delivering a letter with the city's demands to the Grand Crown Chancellor. He notes that an additional oral presentation of the matter to the Chancellor is necessary to reach final decisions.

King Augustus III approves and renews the general rights, immunities, privileges, and customs granted to the Armenian community in Lwów by former Polish kings. The document contains a chain transumpt of confirmations issued successively by John III Sobieski, Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki, John Casimir, and Władysław IV.

Wojciech Rakowski thanks the authorities of Lviv for their remembrance and declares his readiness to assist in their affairs. He further informs them that the Chancellor's position regarding the continuation of the commission will be made known to the Magistrate in a separate letter, while expressing hope for a swift and favorable resolution of all disputes, similar to the agreement reached in Gdańsk.

Wojciech Rakowski reciprocates the well-wishes of the Lwów authorities and reports on the dismissal of Jewish petitions in Końskie, thanks to the favorable stance of the Crown Cup-bearer towards the city. He simultaneously assures the magistrate of his constant readiness to support Lwów's affairs.

Wojciech Rakowski assures the authorities of Lviv that the Crown Chancellery will not issue any documents detrimental to the fair rulings of the Crown Cup-bearer. He also confirms receipt of the documents necessary to effectively refute the manifesto filed by the Jews.

Szczęsny Czacki invokes the opinion of the Grand Chancellor of the Crown and the constitution of 1550, dismissing the objections of the Lviv authorities to his acquisition of hospital land under a quit-rent tenure. He requests the magistrate to immediately order the hospital provisors to finalize and sign the contract with his plenipotentiary.

Szczęsny Czacki intervenes with the addressee regarding difficulties and unfair conditions during the purchase of a plot in Lwów, citing the law of 1550 and the support of the Crown Chancellor. He asks for friendly assistance in finalizing the transaction and announces the arrival of his plenipotentiary, Mr. Dniestrzański.

Szczęsny Czacki assures the addressees of his readiness to help and informs them that instead of writing a letter, he will go personally to Końskie to successfully settle their requests with the Crown Chancellor.

Szczęsny Czacki sends the recipients letters of recommendation to the Archbishop and the Chapter with a request for significant relief in the repayment of 'wyderkaf' (annuity) debts. He also informs them that he has requested his father, the Chancellor, to intervene in a similar manner.

Szczęsny Czacki asks the authorities of Lviv to prepare a correct and complete register of municipal jurisdictions for the Crown Chancellor. At the same time, he admonishes the addressees, expressing concern over the constant quarrels in the city, which threaten to ruin his previous efforts.

Szczęsny Czacki advises the Lviv authorities to approach the Chancellor regarding the Haszewicz case and mandates them to organize the archive and municipal jurisdiction. He also calls upon the councilors to fulfill decrees, resolve internal disputes, and care for the public good of the city.

Szczęsny Czacki sends the Lviv authorities proclamations for publication, as well as letters to the Grand Crown Chancellor and the Grand Crown Hetman requesting military aid for the commission. He recommends sending the correspondence along with the decree to Warsaw via Mr. Czeczewicz.

Szczęsny Czacki orders the Lviv magistrate to suspend the collection of new taxes from the Dominican monastery until his arrival. He also conveys the will of the Crown Chancellor regarding the release of Mr. Cudzyński from the town hall prison under oath and the establishment of guardianship over his property.

Szczęsny Czacki informs the Lwów authorities that he has received their letter and assures them of his support regarding the right of patronage of the Holy Spirit Hospital with the Grand Crown Chancellor and the Archbishop of Lwów. He also advises against sending city delegates to the senate council due to uncertainty regarding the date of its convocation.

Crown Cupbearer Szczęsny Czacki rejects the legal doubts of the Lviv magistrate regarding the acquisition of hospital land, citing the opinion of the Grand Crown Chancellor and the constitution of 1550. He appeals to the city authorities to immediately finalize the transaction with his plenipotentiary and sign the contract.

Szczęsny Czacki intervenes in the matter of purchasing a plot in Lviv behind the Jesuit wicket, opposing unfair conditions and the demand for the Crown Chancellor's consent. Citing the law of 1550 and earlier precedents, he sends Mr. Dniestrzański to successfully finalize the transaction.

Crown Cupbearer Szczęsny Czacki sends his proclamation to the Lviv authorities with instructions for its announcement, along with correspondence to the Grand Chancellor and the Grand Hetman of the Crown. He recommends sending the letters to Warsaw via Mr. Czeckiewicz in order to obtain military assistance from the Lviv garrison for the duration of the commission.

Kazimierz Czeczewicz reports to the Lviv councilors on his efforts with the Crown Chancellor and other dignitaries regarding municipal matters and the dispute with Mr. Chmielecki. He informs them of the necessity of keeping the syndic in Warsaw and makes an urgent request for additional funds and legal documents.

The Archdeacon of Lwów asks Voivode Jan Jabłonowski to use his influence so that Father Gołębowski renounces his efforts to obtain the Jaworów benefice in his favor. He points out that his competitor has already taken other lucrative positions, and for him, Jaworów is very convenient due to its proximity to Lwów.

City deputies gathered in Warsaw report to the Lviv councilors on the delays in processing the case against the Jews, caused by the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor being preoccupied with other duties. They also point out a severe lack of key procedural documents and postulate filing a protest against numerous abuses and burdens caused by the Lviv Jews.