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Burnett complains about the failure of William Thomson to repay a loan of 292 pieces of coin. He threatens to instruct his servant James to seize the debt if the debtor does not pay within a week or two; he mentions a general shortage of money.

Alexander Pait informs the Lviv merchant Arthur Forbes about sending two money orders totaling 963 florins, as instructed by James Carmichael. He also requests the recipient to carry out Carmichael's further instructions upon receipt of the shipments.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the settlement of a debt with Hinrich Döring's plenipotentiary, as well as actions taken and the search for support from the Starosta of Sandomierz regarding the insults and injuries inflicted upon Robert Bell and his servants. He also mentions the payment of 50 florins on behalf of the Krakow merchant company.

William Thomson writes from Lublin in response to James Carmichell's letter, explaining the delay due to the haste of the post. He discusses the settlement of financial dues, orders placed with Arthur Forbes, and trade difficulties resulting from general monetary confusion.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the delivery of a parcel and the acceptance of a bill of exchange by Thomas Gordon, with a payment deadline by the end of November. He also announces a trip to Sokal to settle the addressee's trade affairs.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the acceptance of a bill of exchange by Thomas Gordon and the anticipation of further instructions from Mr. Carmichael. He also assures him of his efforts in financial matters and his intention to carry out the addressee's instructions in Sokal.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about a partial payment of a bill of exchange by Thomas Gordoun and the actions taken by factors in Sokal. He also draws attention to the difficult trade situation and the lack of hard currency in Lublin.

William Thomson informs James Carmichel about correspondence from Mr. Tayllour and the status of collecting dues from Mr. Gordoun. He also assures him of his efforts to pay cash to the addressee's servant.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the payment of 1000 florins in Sokal on his behalf and asks for patience regarding the settlement of the remaining debt due to a trade stagnation in Lublin. He also reports the arrival of Thomas Gordon and his promise to complete the bill of exchange payment soon.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about awaiting the arrival of Mr. Rypiński in order to hand over money and collect a receipt from Mr. Pliński. He also reports difficulties regarding payments and entrusts the successful outcome of the matter to divine providence.

William Thomson acknowledges receipt of a letter from Arthur Forbes along with an enclosed protest, promising to have it urgently reviewed by a lawyer and to cover necessary expenses. He also announces that further legal instructions will be sent via John Maitland.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the actions taken regarding his legal protest, including the delivery of summons and the registration of documents at the Przemyśl castle court. He also reports on the selection of a patron and a plenipotentiary to conduct the case, as well as the costs incurred so far.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the planned delivery of an enclosure to Mrs. Gordon and his intercession in the addressee's financial matters. He also mentions trade difficulties and unfulfilled promises from merchants purchasing silks in Jarosław.

William Thomson reports from Lublin on the delivery of a letter to Mrs. Gordon and the difficulties in enforcing a debt for Forbes before the Lublin magistrate. He assures the recipient that he is looking after his interests and will settle his own obligations on time despite uncertain times and tribunal issues.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the suspension of Mrs. Gordon's case before the Lublin magistrate and explains the delays in financial settlements. He justifies his difficulties by citing numerous lawsuits before the Tribunal, problems with debtors, and troubles with Jewish factors, while assuring Forbes of his intention to fully satisfy his claims.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the status of Mr. Gordon's court case and current financial issues, including payment to Mr. Zieliński for Robert Forbes's goods. He also announces that he will send about 100 thalers after recovering debts owed to him following the holidays.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about the four-week suspension of Mrs. Gordon's lawsuit and explains discrepancies in past trade accounts. He declares his intention to settle payments through Alexander Baylie and describes difficulties in recovering debts from debtors.

William Thomson expresses sympathy for Arthur Forbes's illness, describes difficulties in processing payments due to a monetary crisis and disappointment with a debtor, and forwards correspondence to be passed on. He also mentions reports of the French fleet being defeated by British forces.

William Thomson informs Arthur Forbes about a two-week suspension of evidentiary proceedings in the case against Mrs. Gordon. He advises him to send a power of attorney to a trusted person in Lublin as soon as possible to secure his claims.

William Thomson the Younger writes from Gdańsk to the merchant Arthur Forbes in Lwów, urgently requesting the transfer of money owed to him before the upcoming fair. He implores the recipient for financial assistance and commends him to divine care.