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Władysław Biernacki justifies himself to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for the delay in collecting money in Kuyavia, caused by the marshal of the sejmik refusing to issue an assignment. He declares his readiness to wait for the next assembly and asks for instructions and for his delay to be explained to the Voivode of Kiev.

The merchant confirms the arrival in Gdańsk of a shipment from Amsterdam containing a bed and fabric, and reports that the goods were handed over through an intermediary. He checks whether all the instructions have been carried out and reports losses of ships during severe weather.

Eleonora Kazanowska informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the transfer of money via the Jew Moszko and assures him of her full trust and readiness to support her relative. She also requests a payment order for outstanding peasant debts in order to purchase sacramental wine and food for sick nuns.

Walenty Urbanowski informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the difficulties in bringing a fifer to Lwów and the delay in receiving promised fabrics. He also mentions uncertain settlements for oxen and the upcoming sejmik in the context of the planned commission.

Walenty Urbanowski informs the Voivode about hiring a piper from Silesia, the prices of instruments and cloth in Leszno, and troubles with his father who intercepted the lord's letter. Jabłonowski's marginal instructions order him to refrain from buying instruments and to categorically reject the cloth from the Voivode of Poznań.

Walenty Urbanowski informs the Voivode about difficulties in collecting debts from Mr. Wolski and the loan conditions set by Mr. Bartołdy. While waiting in Toruń for the post, he requests instructions regarding the funds received and further proceedings.

Walenty Urbanowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia about his futile wait in Toruń for the lieutenant in order to collect an assignment and settle financial matters. He also informs about the arrangements made with Mr. Bartoldi and Mr. Winarski regarding the payment and installment repayment of the sum in Gdańsk.

Walenty Urbanowski reports his return from Toruń to Świecie and declares his readiness to transport the money using his own horses. He also informs that the funds from Mr. Bartołdy are awaiting counting in Gdańsk, where Mr. Winarski is waiting for further instructions.

Wojciech Urbanowski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about matters related to an undelivered letter to the Sword-bearer and the planned purchase of cloth near Leszno by his brother. He also reports on the subsiding of local unrest and the withdrawal of Prince Conti's supporters following the new Voivode of Kalisz taking office.

Wojciech Urbanowski justifies his irregular correspondence to the Voivode of Ruthenia due to his travels and relays rumors about an alleged rebellion of the Castellan of Kraków against the King. He also explains the status of assigned tasks, including the purchase of cloth, and announces his imminent arrival.

Wojciech Urbanowski informs Franciszek Kwałkowski about sending three boxes of documents to Lviv and his efforts to change the departure point of the banner from Mościska. He also discusses financial settlements, difficulties with a loan from Mr. Grodzicki, and provides an update on the health of the household members and horses.

Wojciech Urbanowski excuses the lack of a letter from their mutual patron due to illness, thanks the recipient for the sent sulfur and iron, and discusses tailoring matters. He also conveys humble bows from the ladies staying in Podkamień, including Miss Czapliczanka.

Stefan Urbanowski informs Jan Jabłonowski about the atmosphere surrounding the upcoming sejmik and the proceedings of the Radom Commission. He also reports on the troubles with his unruly brother Walenty, who took refuge with him after a quarrel with their father, and requests the potential issuance of a new power of attorney.

Stefan Urbanowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, on treasury matters and the turbulent course of the sejmik in Poznań. He reports on the protests of the rebels, the blocking of the reading of magnates' letters, and a thwarted saber attack on the Voivode of Poznań.

Stefan Urbanowski informs Voivode Jan Jabłonowski about financial issues, the receipt of assignments, and his brother's travels. He reports on preparations for the sejmik, military movements, political moods, and disputes with Protestants seeking new constitutions.

W. Chwałkowski writes briefly to his son Franciszek, a companion of the armored banner, reproaching him for his lack of correspondence and reporting on a meeting with relatives and the serious illness of Mrs. Karczewska. He also conveys greetings from the household and information about current postal matters.

The author informs his son about the withdrawal of Saxon and Swedish troops from Greater Poland towards Toruń and mentions the recent death of the Crown Treasurer, Rafał Leszczyński. He also asks Franciszek to provide brotherly care for their younger relative, Władysław, who is arriving, and to introduce him to court service.

The author thanks his son Franciszek for the letters sent and for his warning, while requesting less frequent correspondence due to high postal costs. He also conveys current family news, reports on the health of loved ones, and mentions the departure of Kazio and Władysław to Malbork.

W. Szmoniewski complains about the ailments of a recurring fracture in his right arm and sends Franciszek Chwałkowski money to purchase a barrel of bastard or canary wine. He also asks for a servant to be assigned to assist with the transaction and for the surplus isinglass to be sent to Ostróg.