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Krzysztof Cytwarowski sends Artur Forbes a promissory note guaranteed by Donik Axetowicz and requests a credit shipment of broadcloth and other fabrics worth 500 lion thalers. He commits to settling the debt by St. James's Day in 1688, declaring that he will obtain the funds from cattle trading.

William Chalmer informs merchant Arthur Forbes about handing over bills of exchange to a lawyer and paying for a court decree to forcibly collect debts from recalcitrant debtors. He also reports on the intervention of Robert Low and announces his imminent departure from Lublin to Gdańsk.

Grand Crown Treasurer Jan Antoni Czapski requests the Lviv authorities to delegate an experienced and impartial merchant to Warsaw by September 1, 1738. He is to participate in drafting a fair customs instruction that will curb abuses in customs chambers and contribute to the revival of trade.

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.

Józef Czartoryski writes to the Lviv deputy voivode judge Kurenłowicz, requesting assistance in collecting a debt for honey purchased on credit by the mother of Mrs. Kozłowska. He sends his leaseholder and a servant to Lviv to handle the matter.

Grand Chancellor of Lithuania Michał Fryderyk Czartoryski informs the Lwów Magistrate about his intervention with the Grand Chancellor of the Crown. He assures the municipal authorities of his promise to watch over the inviolability of their rights and privileges.

William Chambers wishes Arthur Forbes a successful trip to Jarosław and asks him to purchase a pair of sables there and send them to Robert Forbes in Kraków, where payment will be made. He also includes greetings from his family to relatives and friends in Kraków and asks for the enclosed letters to be delivered.

James Chambers describes his dramatic financial situation, poor health, and economic losses to Arthur Forbes. He also complains about a costly lawsuit and the burdens of supporting his family, asking his friend for understanding and support.

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.

Bogdan Daniełowicz asks Forbes to provide goods on credit to him and his brother until an agreed deadline. A representative of Manuk is to conclude the contract. The order includes karasy [reading of the name uncertain], eight pairs of velvet trimmings, half green and half black, marked 'numerum 70', and half a piece of good French green cloth.

Bishop of Chełm Feliks Jan Szaniawski supports the candidacy of his relative, Canon Tarkowski, who is applying for a vacant canonry in Lviv. He also declares his own gratitude to the city authorities for a favorable consideration of this request.

Iwan Szarko complains to the landlord about Abram, the leaseholder of Magerów, who, without the court's knowledge, unjustly accused his son, a miller, of theft, robbed him, and put him in chains just before the holidays. The subject asks his lord for intercession, to curb the leaseholder's arbitrariness, and to administer justice.

Krzysztof Schedel reiterates his inquiry regarding the sale of scythes outside of trade fairs in Lviv, commending to the addressee's care the servant Longbard, who was sent in this matter. Additionally, he addresses the issue of summoning Mrs. Maleszkowiczowa to the reeve's court, declaring his willingness to cover the costs and send a power of attorney if necessary.

Franciszek Szeligowski informs the Mayor of Lviv about the inspection of the suburban hospital founded by Pieniążek and appeals to cease attempts to seize the brewery belonging to the institution. He warns that violating the foundation's rights may provoke a firm intervention by the Hetman and the army.

Theophil Szemberg reiterates the royal request to the authorities of Lwów to cover the costs of food and equipment for the infantry until their departure under the command of the Chancellor. He assures the councilors that their generosity towards the Fatherland will gain the recognition and gratitude of the monarch.

Lviv Bishop Atanazy Szeptycki urges the Lviv municipal court to swiftly and severely judge a blasphemy case. He emphasizes the gravity of the crime against the faith and warns the councilors against delaying the matter or showing leniency toward the guilty.

Bishop Lew Szeptycki intervenes with the Mayor of Lviv, Dominik Venino, regarding the ban on extracting clay for construction purposes. He assures that he will fulfill his promise to fill in the resulting pits once the area around the walls is tidied up.

Szymon Szymonowic upholds the donation of a plot of land to the St. Stanislaus Hospital in Lviv, advocating for the recovery of unlawfully occupied buildings and the endowment of a weekly mass for the poor. He also commends the city authorities for engaging a professor from the Zamość Academy for municipal service.

Colonel Shyshkov responds to the request of the President and the authorities of Lviv to exempt the city from providing supplies. He explains that the decision does not depend on him, but on Major and Ober-Proviantmeister Niekludow stationed in Stanyslaviv, to whom he advises to apply.

Bishop of Kraków Marcin Szyszkowski expresses regret that the settlement he negotiated on behalf of Mr. Felsztyński and the Cupbearer did not come to fruition. He asks the Lviv councilors to refrain from legal action until the upcoming Sejm, where he intends to personally persuade the Cupbearer to resolve the matter amicably.

Councilor Andrzej Schmid thanks Registrar Kozielski for the submitted memorial and announces a visit by the President of Jarosław to Lviv to discuss current municipal affairs. He also inquires about the legal status of the propination lawsuit and the position of the Royal Treasury regarding the former Jesuit estates.

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.

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.

Father W. Szoliburski informs Michał Iwański that the issue of modifying legal records requires further reflection and consultation with lawyers. He also declares his willingness to meet in person and settle the matter amicably in his spare time in the presence of the Cupbearer of Liw.

J. W. Szpiłowski reports to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, on the entry of a Swedish garrison into Warsaw, the moods of the nobility and the army, and fears of concluding a shameful peace treaty. He also informs about the death of Rafał Leszczyński and recent state office appointments.

Zofia Sterlingowa asks Lviv councilor Maciej Hajder to look after her late husband's market stall left in Lviv, collect debts, and purchase food. She also declares her help in searching for the addressee's lost watch.

M. Sztym explains to the Mayor of Lviv that the lack of full reimbursement for expenses incurred by the magistrate is due to the poor state of the public treasury. At the same time, he assures that the returning envoy will be secured and maintained from customs revenues in accordance with the instructions of the Grand Treasurer of the Crown.

Jakub Szulc informs the Lviv authorities about the progress of court cases, including a dispute with the Ruthenians, difficulties in searching for documents in the Metrica, and the issue of summoning the Lviv burgrave. He sends copies of decrees, reports current news from Warsaw, and asks the councilors for their kindness and assistance for his family during his absence.

Bishop Józef Szumlański informs Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski of a brutal assault by the Starosta of Borek, Daniłowicz, on the church in Małe Dieduszyce, the beating of a Uniate priest, and the desecration of the Blessed Sacrament. He asks the addressee for help and legal protection following the refusal of the Żydaczów office to accept the formal protest.

Father Stanisław Szczuka, on behalf of the Queen, appeals to the Mayor of Lwów to take official action to curb recent bloody clashes between Christians and Jews and to prevent further riots. He also announces that separate information on this matter will soon be sent by the King.