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The King recalls a previous mandate ordering the execution of the decree regarding the city and the Jesuits and a fair appraisal of the houses they need for construction for worship and the education of youth. Outraged by the delay, he demands immediate execution of the decree and warns against further action against the authorities of Lwów.

The King informs that Piekarski wounded him in the head at the entrance to the church, but there is no threat to his life. He orders the public announcement of this news so that hostile persons do not use the event to incite unrest.

Following a complaint from members of the community and explanations from the magistrate, the King orders the resolution of disputes and the observance of privileges, decrees, and amicable settlements. Income granted to the city by a recent privilege is to serve the public good, not private gain.

The King orders the Lwów magistrate to urgently observe monetary universals. He mentions Jews, Scots, and others dealing in money who are forbidden, contrary to the laws, to trade in red gold coins and thalers or to buy them for export. He prohibits the import and sale of the indicated foreign currency. The office is to punish the perpetrators without delay; for negligence or tolerating violations, the city authorities themselves face liability.

At the request of Uniate and non-Uniate Ruthenians, the King sets the general synod in Lwów for October 28, 1629. The city authorities are to ensure the safety of participants, prevent riots, cooperate with the royal envoy, and assist the Metropolitan of Kiev. They should designate quarters and places of stay for the clergy and other participants early.

The King orders the return to the Jews of Lwów of goods brought to the fair and seized by the magistrate, who did not wait for the dispute to be resolved. Until a verdict is reached, he forbids hindering their trade.

The King reports a complaint from Jews in the suburb regarding attacks by students and other unruly persons, the robbery of houses, goods, and money. He orders the magistrate to ensure order and punish the perpetrators as an example.

The King thanks Lwów for its resistance against the troops of the Transylvanian Voivode and requests a loan of 100,000 zlotys. The security is to be the customs revenues collected under lease; the treasurer will provide details.

The King instructs the authorities of Lwów to maintain the widow and children of Andrzej Dalczyński, a doctor and councilor of Lwów, in the agreement regarding the hospital village of Malechów. He orders them not to take the village away from them or enter into an agreement with another tenant.

The King condemns the authorities of Lwów for failing to follow his advice and allowing murders and robberies to occur. He demands a strict investigation, the detention of all perpetrators and accomplices, and their imprisonment until the arrival of the commission. He emphasizes that it is forbidden to harm Jews and non-believers or to shed innocent blood, and anticipates punishing the guilty as an example to others.

The King entrusts full command over the city and castle of Lwów to Olewiński, the wojski of Lwów. The magistrate is to communicate with the commander on security matters, comply with the King's will conveyed by him, and show him obedience.

The King accuses the authorities of Lwów of supporting persons harming customs revenues, driving away guards, and letting goods pass without clearance. He orders the prevention of abuses and the punishment of merchants acting under the protection of lords. He threatens proceedings by the Crown Instigator before the royal court.

Based on the report of the Crown Court Marshal, the administrator of customs, the King accuses the Lwów interpreter Mikołaj Bajdułowicz of harming customs revenues and inciting others. He demands his removal from office and the appointment of a successor; in case of delay, he will appoint a suitable person himself.

The King expresses regret over the unsuccessful negotiations intended to avert the threat from the Ruthenian lands. He announces the gathering of the pospolite ruszenie (levy in mass) and his own expedition. Until help arrives, he demands a courageous and vigilant defense from Lwów, also mentioning rapid infantry support.

The King reminds the magistrate of the subsidy enacted by the Sejm and assigned to Lwów by universal. The treasury has not received the due payment, so the King renews the demand for the immediate transfer of 12,000 Polish zlotys, noting that he cannot waive this sum.

Jan III orders the tailors' guild to cease harassment of craftsmen working for the camp, the guard, and the court. He threatens legal proceedings. The clause regarding their subordination to royal courts requires further verification.

August II recommends Wojciech Urbański, formerly a councilor and mayor of Jarosław, for the vacant office of councilor in Lwów. He cites his defense of Jarosław against military arbitrariness and the granting of a royal servitor status.

Ludwika Maria announces the transfer of Krasińska, a lady from her court, and Palmerowa from Sambor to Lwów for safety. She asks the magistrate for suitable vacant rooms and all necessary comforts during their stay.

Brodzicki conveys the Voivode of Bełz's praise for Lwów's resistance against the enemy and advises thanking him with a visit. He also asks for a fair consideration of the grievances of subjects from Żurawka [?], recommended by that Voivode.

Jan Białobrzeski advises the Lwów authorities against seeking a prolongation of the court deadline from the King, recommending timely appearance with sworn testimonies of the victims and filing an official protest. He declares his readiness to continue helping the city and informs about sending the procedural documents.

Jan Białobrzeski informs the Lwów authorities about successful intercession with the Kraków lord and sends the councilors the universals issued according to their wishes. He also assures the addressees of the lack of lawsuits against them and declares his constant kindness and help.

Wyhowski sends a man for the necessary items and asks the magistrate to release everything indicated in a separate register to him that same day. He expects a quick return with Mr. Sawrycki [?].

Wyhowski assures him of the Hetman's friendship and favor, and encourages sending a delegation for a further response. The fragment about the people and the oath remains incomplete.

Announcement of a more certain response from the Hetman the next day and further efforts to successfully conclude the talks. The postscript mentions the dismissal of the envoys.

After the adjournment of the negotiations, the Hetman and the elders expect the clergy, nobility, and townspeople the next day so that representatives of various estates can hear the terms.

Wyhowski cancels the message conveyed to Grodzicki about the impossibility of a meeting: the Hetman has finished urgent talks and expects the magistrate's immediate arrival.

Wyhowski promises further mediation, informs about the oral communication of the Hetman's terms, and calls for the delegation to be sent again the next day.

Wyhowski sends the colonels' responses, informs about presenting them to the Hetman, and mentions the fee. The details of the demand and the role of the attorney require verification.

Wyhowski renews his assurance of unchanging goodwill and asks the magistrate to rely entirely on the Hetman's favor.

Military duties prevented a meeting with the Hetman today. Wyhowski invites the magistrate for the next day, as early as possible in the morning.

A stained letter warns against delay in responding, mentions preventing bloodshed, and encourages haste with a final declaration. Numerous fragments are illegible.

Gniński recommends the syndic Michał Grygrowicz for the vacant judicial clerk position in Lwów. He refers to his previous service and representation of the city at diets and dietines.

Gniński conveys the King's will following a complaint by Żółkiew burghers regarding new Lwów fees: 2 groszy per hundred quarts and 5 groszy per malt. He demands exemption from the new burdens if they were established by the city itself.

Godlewski submits Giergiewiczowa's petition and a copy of a letter to the Starosta of Błonie to the Lwów authorities. He asks for the case to be reviewed; the attachment concerns the takeover of the tenement house and city rights.

Darowski rejects the demand for taxes dating from before he took possession of the tenement. He describes a ruined roof, water undermining the foundations, and the billeting of soldiers; he asks that the building’s condition be taken into account and that he receive a written reply.

The German-speaking sender addresses the Lviv magistrate about accounts, creditors, and sums due. He presents arguments concerning earlier agreements and asks for the matter to be considered fairly. The text is difficult to read; the addition on p. 3 bears a separate postmark dated 17 September, but appears to be a postscript to the letter, not a separate letter.

The sender addresses the Lviv magistracy. The letter concerns the Jewish synagogue in Lviv, rights and municipal affairs, and the resolution or presentation of the matter before the magistracy. Part of the manuscript is faded and illegible. The examined sheet does not contain a definite, complete date or place of issue.

The sender writes to the Lviv magistracy about Mr Afendikowicz and his property, mentioning the law and the resolution of the case. The sender asks for the matter to be treated favorably. The dating on the sheet indicates Warsaw, 18 May 1692. An address note on the verso gives Warsaw and 13 July 1695 as a separate annotation; it does not replace the date of the letter.

The sender addresses the Lviv magistracy as friends worthy of respect. In Polish with Latin insertions, the sender mentions matters connected with the city and asks that a matter be treated favorably; much of the account cannot be read with confidence. The sheet gives Warsaw and 4 April 1689.

Paweł Brzowski reports to the authorities of Lwów on the difficult progress of municipal affairs in Warsaw, efforts at the royal court, and a dispute with the starosta. He complains about the exhaustion of funds and debts incurred to cover legal expenses, urgently requesting the city to send money.

Zadzik informs the Lviv magistracy of a royal declaration concerning Warsaw, received by the referendary during the sender’s absence. He indicates that this may cause difficulty for the recipients; the remainder is partly uncertain. Dated in Warsaw, 22 September 1634.

Zadzik replies about a matter entrusted to him by the Lviv magistracy. He mentions the town clerk and declares his readiness to act further and do the recipients a favor. Details remain partly illegible.

The sender writes that one of the people in his household has a succession case before the court or magistracy of Lviv. He asks the recipients to consider the case fairly and refers to details concerning rights or property that are partly illegible. The dateline begins “Na granicy …” (“At the border of …”), but the place, day and year could not be confidently read.

Andrzej Zamoyski informs the Lviv magistracy of the king’s efforts for the common good of towns. He asks the magistracy to list, point by point, the grievances, unlawful acts and oppression suffered by the city, identifying those responsible. The information is to be sent by post so that he can seek remedies. Dated Warsaw, 17 January 1705.

Zamoyski writes to the magistracy about the case of Mr Klimonowicz against the Lipowiczowscy concerning debts owed to them. He says the dispute has remained unresolved and asks the magistracy to take it up and reach a just decision. Dated Warsaw, 29 September 1707.

Zamoyski addresses a matter presented by Bartłomiej Radna and stresses its importance for the welfare of the whole city. He mentions sums, debts or accounts, but the precise subject is partly illegible. The closing dateline gives Warsaw, 26 April 1706.

Zamoyski replies to a petition from the Lviv consuls concerning the city and its rights or magistrate proceedings. He calls for the matter to be presented or organized further; the specific subject of the petition is partly illegible. Dated Warsaw, 9 January 1706.

Zamoyski presents a complaint concerning Hilary Siegnio and the management of his estate. The letter speaks of the risk that the property will be squandered and of protecting the wife and children from poverty. The sender recommends appointing guardians to administer the entire estate and requiring them to submit accounts. Dated Warsaw, 26 April 1706.

The sender writes about Krzysztof Balejowicz, apparently a merchant, and proceedings arising from his trade. Details are hard to read. Dated Warsaw, 23 May 1697; signature tentatively read as Jan Zamoyski.

The writer sends the authorities of Lviv a lengthy, formal letter concerning a matter requiring consideration. References to Warsaw, officials, and a request that the matter be taken up are legible, but the substance cannot be confidently reconstructed. There is no reliable dateline in the text.