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Józef Mordoszowicz informs Artur Forbes about the possibility of collecting a debt from Jewish merchants from Leszno and about the serious illness of one of them, Moszko. He presents the difficulties with repayments and trade in goods, and asks for urgent forwarding of commercial correspondence to Jarosław and Leszno.

The President of Lviv, Józef Kuszyński, submits to the councilors a request from the Commissioner of the Lviv Land for a loan of one hundred red zlotys from the shilling tax for the purpose of bringing the Radom scribe to execute a tribunal decree. The Lviv councilors express their opinions, mostly in favor of granting the loan provided that a suitable guarantee for its repayment is obtained.

Stanisław Nuszczyński complains to the Lwów authorities about Jews from the jurisdiction of the Crown Standard-Bearer's wife, who, due to alleged claims to his wife's property, unlawfully seized his horses, sleds, and oats from the market. The author requests official intervention, a formal protest against the violence, or the seizure of the perpetrators' receivables to force them to pursue legal action.

Samuel Obodziński of Obodno addresses Lviv councilor Maciej Hajder with a request for assistance in matters related to the submission of a recognition by Teodor Mirowicki before the court in Lviv. Citing the significant distance between Bila Tserkva and Lviv, he seeks to ensure that legal deadlines are met and that the matter is handled favorably.

Franciszek Obrocki warns the President of Lviv about the planned deployment of several hundred of General Karnau's soldiers in suburban villages, which threatens their total devastation. He appeals for urgent diplomatic intervention with the commanders and the dispatch of the city syndic to avert the danger.

Grand Crown Treasurer Karol Siedlnicki requests the authorities of Lwów to hand over to Commissioner Dziołowski a group of Jews imprisoned at the city hall on charges of minting counterfeit tympf coins in Olesko. The detainees are to be placed under escort and transported to a designated place of confinement.

Franciszek Ożechowski asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, to extend his protection over the Jewish community of Przemyśl. He draws attention to the harmful, repeated lawsuits and new decrees issued in cases that had already been settled.

The Vice-Starosta of Kamionka, Stanisław Ordyniec, writes on behalf of the Voivode of Kraków to the Mayor and Councilors of Lwów, requesting a three-day loan of carpets and wall hangings for a gathering of distinguished guests, including the Tęczyński family. The author promises to return the textiles in pristine condition immediately after the ceremony.

Fr. Tomasz Ormiński asks the President of the Lviv Senate, Kirkor, to support his candidacy for the Lviv canonry left vacant by the death of Canon Krupiński. He assures him of his lifelong gratitude and also commends himself to the kindness of the other members of the senate.

Jędrzej Osiecki explains to Jan Tyszkowski the financial claims made by the comrades of the banner and instructs him on the distribution of funds from the hiberna and the settlement of assignments. The document is supplemented by later receipts for the payment of due sums to Mr. Szeptycki.

Andrzej Ostroróg thanks the authorities of Lwów for remembering his father and declares his readiness to defend the city's rights. He requests copies of the laudums from the Wisznia sejmik and the Lwów assembly, with an indication of the points infringing upon the interests of the burghers.

Fr. Bartłomiej Pawłowski appeals to Voivode Jan Jabłonowski to stop the influx of non-Catholics into Świecie, who, with the consent of the municipal authorities, are buying up houses and displacing Catholics. He warns the addressee of his responsibility before the judgment of God and calls for the defense of the Church against the spreading plague of heresy.

Father Jan Pigłowski expresses his joy at the good news regarding the health of Maciej Hajder, which he received during a meeting with the prior of the Lviv Carmelites at the residence of the Archbishop of Gniezno. He assures the recipient of his constant prayers, asks for God's blessing for him, and commends himself to his continued kindness.

Szymon Płoński, Trembowla castle susceptant, certifies the receipt and entry into the castle records of the constitution of the General Warsaw Confederation sent by the President of Lwów, Jan Paweł Gordon. The document was issued to the messenger Andrzej Kurenkowski.

The rector of the academic colony in Lviv thanks the municipal authorities for their care of the school and requests funding for the renovation of a room on the first floor. He points out that due to overcrowding, there is a lack of space for learning, and a new room will allow for the proper education of the sons of Lviv burghers.

G. Połetyłowa intercedes with the President of Lviv on behalf of her valet, Bazyli, requesting an order for the local baker to immediately settle an outstanding debt.

Maria Ponińska requests the President of Lwów, Józef Venino, to present to the magistrate the matter of making the wax refinery available for the duration of the upcoming contracts. She assures him that she will immediately remove the horses and leave the place in order as soon as the city proceeds with the demolition of the facility.

Michał Postępski justifies his absence from the municipal authorities' meeting due to an urgent task commissioned by the Castellan of Lviv and asks for the magistrate's favor. He assures them of his previous merits and mentions the expenses incurred in connection with them.

Abbess Eleonora Potocka asks the President of Lwów, Karol Szmeling, to protect Stefan Laskowski from the legal claims of the Liw cup-bearer, Rosnowski, regarding a tenement house purchased from the convent. She emphasizes that Laskowski acquired the property fully legally and paid all dues, and therefore should not be subject to any judgments.

Józef Potocki orders Captain Pruszyński to halt the military execution against Lwów in exchange for a written guarantee of the delivery of a batch of cloth by specified deadlines. He also instructs him to collect the due share of the contribution from recalcitrant Jews and to remain in the city until the entire delivery is received.

Piotr Potocki, Voivode of Chernihiv, addresses Lviv councilor Kirkor with a request for a fair and favorable resolution to the dispute between Mrs. Starodubowa and Mrs. Kowalska. He declares personal gratitude for any kindness shown to Starodubowa and her children, one of whom is currently in his care.

Jakub Potocki, Starosta of Khmelnytskyi, asks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for his protection with the King regarding the granting of one of the vacant banners, explaining his absence by the wedding taking place at his mother's house. The letter is supplemented by a postscript from Aleksander Kossakowski, who reiterates the request for favor regarding the Starosta's efforts.

Chancellor Mikołaj Prażmowski orders Starosta Jan Wolff to equitably distribute the burden of provisioning the Lwów garrison among all inhabitants, regardless of their religion or jurisdiction. He emphasizes the necessity of issuing rations according to the actual number of soldiers and maintaining military discipline to prevent the oppression of the poor.

J. [T.?] Przezdziecki thanks the Lviv magistracy for the advance payment of 30 red zlotys delivered by city delegates for representing the city's affairs. He also expresses hope for the prompt settlement of the remaining part of the promised remuneration.

Paweł Przeczkowski accepts the offered amount for travel expenses, but demands additional provision of fodder for about thirty horses and the payment of an advance for the officials. He announces that he will set the arrival date in consultation with the vice-starosta and asks for correspondence to be directed to the post office in Przemyśl.