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Stanisław Kazimierz Bieniewski, Marshal of the Crown Tribunal, admonishes the Lviv magistracy for imprisoning wounded noblemen in a jail for thieves, deeming it an insult to the knightly estate. He calls upon the city authorities to cease these actions due to ongoing tribunal proceedings and reproaches them for their ingratitude regarding his previous intercessions with the King.

King Sigismund II Augustus performs a transumpt and confirmation of four ancient royal privileges for the city of Lwów, concerning, among others, the staple right for all goods, the prohibition for Podolian and Ruthenian merchants to bypass the Lwów staple, the subjection of foreign merchants to municipal jurisdiction, and the rules for drafting wills and real estate transactions. The document grants these copies full legal force equal to the originals.

Bishop Hieronim Jełowicki thanks the Lviv magistrate for the previous presentation to the parish and declares his readiness to be of service. At the same time, he asks the councilors for their support and to present the Lutsk canon Barączewski for the cathedral canonry in Lviv, which became vacant after the death of Father Łapiński.

Zahorowska informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the death of her husband. She invites him to the funeral ceremonies scheduled for March 21, 1697, at the Dominican friars in Lutsk.

Metropolitan of Kiev Michael Rahoza, together with the Ruthenian bishops, announce their accession to unity with the Apostolic See and the conclusion of the union of the Ruthenian Church with the Roman Church in Brest. The document contains the signatures and seals of the hierarchs, as well as later provenance and oblation entries.

Aleksander Madaliński thanks the Voivode of Volhynia for his intercession thus far and requests that he bring the case against Mr. Niklewicz, whose slanders deeply affect him, to a conclusion. He clears Mr. Przybysławski of the charge of incitement and expresses remorse for his own impulsive behavior, which was dictated by honor.

Father Marek explains to the stolnikowa Anna Wróblewska the reasons for the delay in his arrival due to being detained by the definitorium and his monastic duties. He assures the recipient that he is celebrating masses for the prosperity of her estates, the recovery of debts, and the protection of her livestock from plague.

Lviv Archbishop Jan Tarnowski confirms and approves the foundation of Jan Sobieski secured on the Błudów estates, establishing a convent and hospital of the Brothers Hospitaller at the Church of St. Lawrence in Lviv. The document incorporates the church into the monks' endowment and regulates issues of ecclesiastical immunity and the inviolability of the local parish's rights.

The Starosta of Łuck, Atanazy Miączyński, addresses the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, as his primary patron with a humble request for intercession with the dignitary of Kraków. He explains his distress regarding financial matters and refers to the oral report of the sent cup-bearer for further details.

Anastazy Miączyński informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, that the bearer of the letter will provide him with a detailed account of the sejmik proceedings in person. He also assures the recipient of his lifelong loyalty and asks for his continued favor.

Anastazy Miączyński, Voivode of Volhynia, assures Jan Jaśkiewicz of the steps taken with the Treasurer and the Burggrave of Lutsk to defend his position as superintendent against the machinations of Mr. Zahorowski. He also requests the submission of accounts regarding customs duties and due refunds.

Stanisław Podczaski informs Jan Jabłonowski about a nocturnal assault by Wallachian soldiers on the castle in Ostróg and the severe wounding of Mr. Szmoniewski. He also reports on the current management of the estate, the allocation of food rations and pay, and the damages caused by the men of the Starosta of Nowy Sącz.

Teodor Potocki justifies to the Ruthenian Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski his inability to depart immediately due to his mother's order regarding the joint celebration of the Ruthenian Christmas Eve and matters related to the Union. He promises to set off immediately after the service and make up for this delay with a full day of service.

Lithuanian Field Hetman Józef Bogusław Słuszka congratulates Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski on the growth of his family and describes the escalating political and military crisis in Lithuania, related to the occupation of Vilnius and the burdensome activities of Saxon troops. Fearing political consequences, the author urgently requests the recipient to burn the letter immediately.

Józef Flosierowicz reassures the Lviv Magistrate that the case in the Assessor's Court will not take place in the near future due to other ongoing trials and the planned departure of the Deputy Chancellor. He also confirms the receipt of funds assigned to him from a Warsaw merchant and Mr. Czejczewicz.

Józef Flosierowicz informs the Lviv authorities about delivering a letter to the Crown Deputy Chancellor and the postponement of proceedings before the assessorial courts. He also reports difficulties in obtaining the signature of the Nunciature Auditor on a lawsuit concerning the provisors of the Holy Spirit and Saint Stanislaus hospitals, requesting further instructions.

W. Szmoniewski reports to the owner of Ostróg about a brutal assault by soldiers, which left him severely wounded and maimed for attempting to stop illegal requisitions on the estate. He also presents current economic issues, including the deployment of a troop for the muster in Łuck and the payment of military contributions.