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A call for the city to submit and a refusal to provide hostages to secure the travel of its delegation. A promise of safety and health upon the demonstration of humility.

An order to carefully secure the belongings of a deceased Turkish merchant pending further instructions. Claimants must present a letter from the Turkish ruler to the King.

The King recalls two previous orders to protect the liberties and exemptions granted to Jews from Turkey through the intercession of the Turkish ruler. He demands their execution again, threatens a severe reaction, and requires the removal of the causes of complaints or a written explanation via the bearer.

The King orders both commissions to cooperate in recovering the silver of the Zhovkva church, which was taken from the deposit in the Lviv Cathedral during the Turkish siege. The items or their fair equivalent must be recovered, and those guilty of illegal trade in them must be judged.

Sultan Mustafa instructs the Polish authorities to assist the envoy of the court merchant Mahmud in recovering payments for goods and to guarantee his safe return. The document includes 19th-century archival notes regarding the creation of a German translation of a photograph of the text in Vienna and a planned new translation.

Kraków refers to a rumor about the appearance of a plague on the Turkish border, in a town with an uncertain name. It asks Lwów for reliable information. For safety reasons, it announces the inspection of people arriving or passing through from that direction and the requirement of an authentic passport confirming their origin from a healthy area.

The author advises the recipient on matters of travel, money, carriage, servants, and gifts. He recommends winning over the French court by showing respect to the monarch and avoiding criticism of the candidate from the previous election. He emphasizes the assistance of the Marquise de Béthune.

The author recalls advice regarding the journey, informs about the Chancellor's daughter's wedding, and recommends a young nobleman endorsed by the Marchioness de Béthune. He reiterates an unconfirmed report regarding the execution of Vaudémont.

Bartsch thanks for the declaration of remuneration and explains the necessity of the magistrate's response to the chancellor's letter. He informs about the decree concerning municipal sums, the cases of the Hołosko parish priest and Maciej, and the lawsuit with the Dominicans. He requests authentic copies, the patron's fee, and funds for his stay in Warsaw. He advises caution in printing parliamentary bills, announces interventions regarding street stalls and the warehouse, and requests a broad power of attorney.

Jan Frideryk Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the misunderstandings related to the mission of his servant Anton and contacts with Turkish merchants. He clarifies the issue of endorsing and executing a bill of exchange for 150 oxen with the possibility of payment in Świdnica or Gdańsk.

Jan F. Beker informs Arthur Forbes about issues concerning the ox trade, the status of a bill of exchange for Teodor Czernowicz, and the collection of debts from the late Jurik, Daniel, and other debtors. He also conveys thanks for the news received and comments on reports regarding the battles between Imperial troops and the Turks, as well as the plans of the Polish King.

The commandant requests the starosta in Janów to recover and immediately return the Lwów transport carts seized by the Turkish and Tatar envoys. They were supposed to return without delay, and they are needed for work on the fortifications of Lwów.

Michał Serwacy Wiśniowiecki apologizes to the Voivode of Ruthenia for his long silence, explaining it by the circumstances and the burden of state affairs. He asks his uncle for continued support, which will bring glory to their house.

King Sigismund I postpones the final resolution of the dispute between the cities of Lwów and Lublin concerning the transit of merchants from the East. Until the privileges of both parties are thoroughly examined, the monarch orders the maintenance of the Lwów staple right and the detention of Turkish, Tatar, and Wallachian merchants.

Piotr Gembicki, Bishop of Chełmno and Deputy Chancellor of the Crown, thanks the authorities of Lwów for the gift of fish and the promise of further gifts from Turkey. He assures the magistrate of his favor and readiness to defend the city's privileges.

Golski demands the arrest of Wallachian merchants and the seizure of their goods until Łącki is compensated. He accuses them of attacking his inn and the city councilors of complicity.

Saskiewicz refuses payment before the Tribunal and wants to return belts. Huison arranges money for Gdańsk, discusses goods prices and seeks replies from the marshal, treasurer and quartermaster.

Huison confirms Seidell’s payment, the payment to Knab and money from the elder Saskiewicz. The younger debtor postpones payment until the Sejm ends. The author discusses belt prices and difficulty selling silk.

Crown Treasurer Jan Mikołaj Daniłowicz calls upon the mayor and councilors of Lwów to immediately release foreign merchants and their goods from custody so they may proceed to the fair in Lublin. He emphasizes that the unlawful detention of the merchants causes losses to the state treasury and violates the exclusive jurisdiction of the Treasurer in customs and fiscal matters.

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.

The correspondent reports on the positions of the Crown troops near Kamieniec Podolski, the lack of enemy activity, and reports of successes by Muscovite forces in battles against the Tatars. He also informs about the movement of the royal couple towards Buczacz for a planned war council with the hetmans.

The author reports on the progress of the Polish envoy's mission in Istanbul, an audience with the mufti, and efforts to liberate Polish captives. He also describes the movements of dignitaries in Lviv, the capture near Kamianets of a notorious impostor claiming to be a Danish prince, and the damage caused by a violent storm in Przemyśl.

Jacob Carmichell thanks Arthur Forbes for fulfilling a financial payment order for Peter Benson and inquires about his further plans after his trip to Gdańsk. The author also requests the shipment of Turkish cloth and a snuffbox.

King Sigismund III Vasa clarifies the privilege of Stefan Batory, specifying the rules for cloth trade, the retailing of alcoholic beverages, and the limit of permitted Armenian craftsmen in Lwów. The document confirms the rights of both nations to trade, setting the framework for Armenian tailoring, tavern-keeping, and craft activities under penalty of a fine.

Grand Crown Treasurer Jan Kazimierz Krasiński orders the authorities of Lwów to prepare the remainder of the merchant donation sum, amounting to 3836 Polish zlotys and 20 groszy, in good currency. These funds are to be paid immediately upon presentation of an assignment to the envoy to Turkey, Hieronim Radziejowski.

Colonel Libiszewski, acting on behalf of the Voivode of Łęczyca and Starosta of Bełz, requests the Hospodar of Moldavia to keep the warlord Werłan Wołoszyn in strict confinement in Iași. He presents a list of his crimes (raids, the looting of Mohylów, murders, and the plundering of noble estates from Zamość to Brody) and announces the imminent arrival of an official requisition from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

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.

J. Maitland informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the availability of fabrics, tapestries, and horses before the upcoming fair in Jarosław, as well as the gathering of the nobility for the sejmik. He also reports on the delivery of correspondence to Mr. Husz and sends greetings to the Voivodess.

The administrator sede vacante of the Archdiocese of Lviv, Adam Piaskowski, confirms and incorporates into the church property the monetary bequests and legacies made by various donors for the Chapel of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the Lviv Cathedral. The document also details the obligations of celebrating Holy Masses imposed on the provost and chaplains of the chapel.

Voivode of Podolia Mikołaj Mielecki intervenes with the authorities of Lviv regarding the Lower Cossacks who started a brawl in an inn with the servants of a Turkish envoy (Chaush). He requests lenient treatment for the prisoners, citing their merits and the mission entrusted to them by the King.

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.

King Augustus II confirms the ancient privileges of the Polish monarchs granted to the Shooting (Kurkowe) Brotherhood in Lwów, regulating the brotherhood's income, tax exemptions for the 'Shooting King', and the organization of shooting exercises. He also orders the return of the shooting range (Celstat) area occupied by the Crown artillery and establishes an annual schedule for exercises with handguns, arquebuses, and cannons.

King Augustus III confirms the ancient privileges and immunities of the Shooting Brotherhood of the city of Lwów, granted and confirmed by his predecessors: Sigismund Augustus, Henry Valois, Sigismund III, John Casimir, Michael Korybut, John III Sobieski, and Augustus II. The confirmation includes, among others, the collection of a fee called 'szpaszne', a share in customs revenues, tax privileges and exemptions for the Shooting King, the order of shooting exercises, and the return of the occupied shooting range (celstat).

King Michael Korybut Wiśniowiecki approves two documents of King John II Casimir protecting the Lviv tailors' guild against unauthorized competition. He confirms the ban on sewing and trading clothing and cloth caps by Jews, Armenians, furriers, and persons outside the guild.

The Swedish secretary of the War Commission, Er. Roland, thanks the Lwów deputies for their intention to present him with a Turkish saber while paying a contribution in Rzeszów. The author regrets that due to his trip to the mountains, he missed the opportunity for a personal meeting and to reciprocate their kindness.

Alexander Smith reports from Königsberg on the prolonged treatment of his leg and delays to the ship carrying the Company's goods, caused by the threat of Turkish pirates. He also informs about the uncertainty regarding the vessel's ability to return with the cargo within the current year.

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.

Mikołaj Czarnosz informs Wojciech Zimnicki about the escape and reprehensible behavior of his son, Jan Augustyn, in Zamość, reporting on the boy's punishment and his intention to continue overseeing his education. He also mentions outstanding tuition fees, calligraphy exercises, and property-related matters.

Jan Ciechowicz reports to Franciszek Głogowski on the course of the coronation of Augustus II in Kraków, the distribution of offices, and the resistance of the supporters of Primate Radziejowski. He also conveys news about the rout of the Turkish army at Petrovaradin and Zenta, as well as local skirmishes near Kamieniec.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski explains to Jan Jabłonowski the delays in his correspondence due to the heavy workload during the visit of the Voivode of Bełz to Lwów. He reports on meetings with his beloved Marianna, his nocturnal visits to her with the Voivode's consent, and the progress of confidential reconciliation talks and family disputes.