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Friderich Johann Maydell thanks the merchant Arthur Forbes for the arrangements made with his son and informs him that he has instructed his proxy to pay the capital due. He also addresses the issue of annual interest and requests that funds expected from Wrocław be settled via a bill of exchange.

King John II Casimir confirms the articles of the agreement concluded between the masters and the journeymen of the carpenters' guild in Lviv, entered into the books and authenticated by the Lviv municipal council. The document regulates issues of order, mutual obligations, penalties, and work discipline within the confraternity.

Jan Małachowski, Bishop of Chełmno and Crown Deputy Chancellor, testifies to the diligent service of syndic Michał Grygowicz for the benefit of Lwów. He appeals to the municipal authorities to pay him his due remuneration and the arrears from the Grodno Sejm.

King John II Casimir grants the Armenian community of Lviv full freedom to trade in all goods, including cloth and spices, as well as the right to brew and sell alcoholic beverages on equal terms with other city residents. This privilege serves as compensation for the loyalty and sacrifices made by the Lviv Armenians during the recent siege of Lviv by Cossack-Tatar forces.

King John II Casimir extends the scope of the Lviv shooting brotherhood's right to collect a pasture fee on driven cattle to a distance of twelve miles from the city and grants the brotherhood the right to collect one grosz for every one hundred florins of the value of merchant goods. The privilege is a reward for the services of the brotherhood's members in repelling the recent siege of Lviv by Cossack forces.

Stanisław Małachowski informs Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the storage of letters with the leaseholder and advises discussing this matter during a visit to the Queen. He also mentions reporting to the monarch the Voivode's position regarding the entrusting of the gate of the Żółkiew castle.

Stanisław Małachowski laments his separation from the addressee and mentions the scarce news from the Halych sejmik, hoping to receive his diary. He also informs about awaiting the eviction document being brought by the Voivode of Bracław.

Stanisław Małachowski announces a meeting with the Voivode of Ruthenia in Sambir and warns of banners heading for a clash with the units of the Castellan of Kraków leaving the confederation. He also asks the addressee for intercession and help in collecting a debt of over two thousand zlotys.

Stanisław Małachowski informs the recipient of the successful signing of the peace treaty and the order to cease all hostilities within thirty days under penalty of death. Excusing himself due to the haste of his journey, he promises to send a copy of the document and detailed information with the next post.

Stanisław Małachowski explains the course of the negotiations in Karlowitz and the reasons why the procrastination of the Venetian and Turkish envoys prevented the earlier protection of Pokuttya from Tatar devastation. He also addresses the troublesome conduct of his brother, thanking the recipient for his restraint and patience in this matter.

Stanisław Małachowski reports on the difficulties in peace negotiations with Turkey, efforts to stop Tatar raids (chambuls), and disputes related to the treaty. He also addresses family and property issues concerning the Starosta of Sącz and mentions the mourning following the sudden death of the Starosta of Oszmiana.

King John II Casimir confirms the statute of the Lviv guild of needle-makers and cutlers, granted and sealed by the city council of Lviv in 1649. The privilege contains articles regulating the organization of the brotherhood, the election of guild masters, the rights of masters, and the rules for training journeymen and apprentices.

J. C. Magnanini informs Monsieur Dupré of his principal's agreement to exchange 500 gold ducats and urges him to collect the cash from Mr. Libowicz as soon as possible. He warns that any delay might result in these coins being used for other court expenses.

King John II Casimir approves an entry from the council books of the city of Lwów containing the reformed guild articles of the combined guild of turners and ropemakers, as well as additional points enacted by the city council concerning sieve-makers and comb-makers.

King John II Casimir confirms the foundation privileges based on Magdeburg law for the town of Podgrodzie in the Rohatyn starosta district, transuming the diploma of King Władysław IV from 1633.

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.

King John II Casimir grants the city of Lwów the right to collect municipal charges or monetary fees from foreign merchants staying with goods for more than fourteen days. In case of resistance, he imposes a penalty of one hundred Hungarian florins on the offenders, to be paid in equal parts to the royal treasury and the municipal treasury.

Kazimierz Markowski reports on the health of his limping horse and informs about difficulties with the farrier due to the King's departure. He also describes the costs of his own medical treatment after an illness and urgently requests additional funds to cover his debts.

King John II Casimir exempts the residents of the Saint John jurisdiction in Lviv from all military stations, winter quarters, overnight stays, transport services, and other military obligations in recognition of their loyalty and sacrifice during the defense of the city. He mandates strict military penalties for violating the quartering ban and orders that damages be deducted from soldiers' pay.

John Murray asks the merchant Arthur Forbes to send goods imported from Wrocław and kersey from Alexander Hall to Wielka Wieś via Mr. Chalmers' wagon. He commits to reimbursing all incurred costs and requests the latest news.

John Murray asks merchant Arthur Forbes to retrieve a debt note from Walter Innes for a settled payment or to obtain a receipt confirming the repayment. He also raises the issue of reaching an agreement with Mr. Galbricht regarding the transport of fish.

John Murray describes the difficulties in enforcing payment from John Paton and announces a meeting with Forbes at the fair in Jarosław. He also requests the shipment of desired goods, for which he promises to settle the payment.

John Murray informs Arthur Forbes that the barrel of fish sent to him did not reach him, as the carrier took it to Kraków instead. In a postscript, the sender also requests that he obtain a written confirmation of the extension from Mr. Innes.

John Murray writes from Tarnów to the Lwów merchant Arthur Forbes concerning an undelivered barrel of fish, which a carter unlawfully took to Kraków, and requests the purchase of two 'warninka' vessels. He also orders thirty pairs of red morocco leather boots, suggesting they be sent hidden in a fish barrel to avoid extra costs.

King John Casimir confirms the diploma of Władysław IV from 1644 for the Ruthenian provisors of the Lviv Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Krakowskie Suburb. The act guarantees them the exclusive right to manage the church, school, hospital, and associated properties without the imposition of additional municipal burdens.

Richard Murray justifies to Ather Forbes the delay in his journey and the settlement of his debts, explaining the situation by imperial levies in Bardejov and a case before the tribunal. He informs that the remainder of the debt will be delivered on his behalf by John Murray and asks for understanding and the maintenance of friendly relations.

Richard Murray apologizes to the merchant Arthur Forbes for the delay in paying off the remaining debt, explaining it by unforeseen losses incurred in Rzeszów. He expresses gratitude for the understanding shown and asks for the correspondence addressed to Mr. Maitland to be forwarded.

King John II Casimir confirms and approves the statute and articles of the furriers' guild in Jaworów. The document includes previous confirmations by kings Władysław IV, Sigismund III Vasa, and Stephen Báthory, as well as the original guild order granted in 1554 by the starosta Łukasz Górnicki.

Jakub Murray, regretting his abandonment of trade for ruinous military service, asks Arthur Forbes to intercede with his brother-in-law French and Mr. Franklen. He hopes for support that will allow him to return to his former occupation, earn his bread, and pay off his creditors.

Pope Innocent X informs the clergy and people of the Diocese of Lviv of the elevation of Jan Tarnowski to the office of Metropolitan Archbishop following the death of his predecessor. He commands the faithful to submit to his pastoral authority and to show him filial respect and obedience.

Jan Marchocki informs Jan Swoszowski about an assault by a servant of the Lviv councilors on his apprentice at an inn and the resulting insult. He asks the scribe for advice, threatening retaliation by soldiers if the city does not redress the grievance.

Dominican Provincial Hyacinthus Terrarius authorizes Prior Hyacinthus Rzeczkowski to establish and oversee a Rosary Confraternity at the church in Zubra, in the Archdiocese of Lviv. The document includes subsequent approvals by the Archbishops of Lviv, Konstanty Lipski in 1687 and Jan Skarbek in 1724.

Stanisław Stefan Marcinowski responds to a letter from his landlord, Jan Szraiber, ordering him to move out of the premises. He expresses his willingness to vacate the house, but notes that for important reasons he cannot do so immediately, and proposes a meeting to discuss the matter in person.

King John II Casimir, in recognition of military services rendered at Zbaraż and Iwanogród, among others, confirms the 'wybraniec' liberties for the village head Hryćko Popowicz from the village of Zniesienie. He also exempts him from all labor services, fees, and burdens owed to the King and the lessees of the Lwów starosta district.

Antoni Marciszowski, Rector of the Krakow Academy, recalls the bachelor Leydman from Lviv, who had fallen into conflict with the archbishop, and asks the Lviv magistrate to make a decision regarding the appointment of a rector for the cathedral school. He also expresses gratitude for the support in a legal case and mentions the Apostolic Nuncio's plans to reissue the works of the Lviv native Szymon Szymonowic.

The Lviv Metropolitan Chapter enters into an agreement with the Lviv Butchers' Guild, granting it the exclusive right to sell meat in stalls located on chapter lands near St. John's Church in the Krakow Suburb. In return, the guild commits to maintaining guild order, eliminating unauthorized sellers, and admitting qualified craftsmen from the local ecclesiastical jurisdiction into its ranks.

Thomas Marshall informs merchant Arthur Forbes about the fulfillment of an order for a gown, a belt, and the repair of a sword, which he is sending via intermediaries to Lviv. He also attaches a statement of expenses and a settlement of the advance payment.

Thomas Marshall confirms to Arthur Forbes the receipt of payment and presents an account for the sent package of fabrics. He thanks him for settling the payment and expresses hope for more profitable transactions during the next fair.

The text contains a compilation of traditional Latin aphorisms and proverbs concerning life wisdom, prudence, and freedom. It was written and signed by Alexander Marschall on April 3, 1687.

A short devotional entry by Alexander Marschall. It contains a reflection on maintaining a clear conscience, avoiding worldly cares, and placing hope solely in God.

King John Casimir approves the internal ordinance of the Lviv college of assessors, regulating their judicial and ceremonial duties, the management of the common chest, and the discipline of members under penalty of fines and loss of the right to promotion to the city council.

Stanisław Karol Masalski asks Marcin Anczewski to intercede with the Lviv authorities regarding the payment of the promised 300 zlotys, which the Lviv deputies failed to deliver to him in Warsaw. He explains that due to the lack of these funds, he was unable to settle his own obligations, and announces that he will send a messenger to collect the payment.

The Archbishop of Lviv, Jan Tarnowski, approves the foundation of Aleksander Zborowski and canonically erects the church and monastery of Saint Martin of the Carmelites of the Ancient Observance, along with a hospital for sick noble soldiers in the Krakow Suburb of Lviv. He secures the income and endowment of the order and ensures the inviolability of the rights of the local parish.

Jan Massari informs Marcin Rozwajer, who is staying in Warsaw, about the property matters of the late Kampian. He also asks him to intervene with the Crown Chancellor to postpone the verdict in a dispute over payment for cloth for the funeral of Prokop Sieniawski.

Lviv Archbishop Mikołaj Krosnowski establishes a new supernumerary canonry ('de mensa') at the Lviv Cathedral, provisionally uniting it with the provostship of the Confraternity of the Most Holy Sacrament. The act issued in 1650 was approved by the metropolitan chapter in 1651.

Archbishop of Lwów Jan Tarnowski confirms and approves the donation of a sum of six thousand Polish zlotys, recorded by the municipal authorities of Lwów from the estate of the late councilor Maciej Hejder for the benefit of the Brotherhood of the Most Holy Body of Christ at the Lwów Cathedral.

The Prior of the Krakow Carmelites intervenes with the authorities of Lviv, requesting them to cease hostile actions and the imprisonment of friars seeking to settle in the city. He explains the Provincial's delay due to visitation duties, invokes the former benevolence of the councilors' ancestors, and warns against ecclesiastical penalties for obstructing monastic foundations.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Tarnowski approves the foundation of the Halych land judge Stanisław Głowiński of Głowno, erecting the prelatura of cantor and the Głowiński canonry at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Lviv. The new benefices are endowed with the villages of Młyniszcze and Zabłotowce in the Żydaczów land, including the definition of liturgical duties and the right of patronage.

Jan Matejko expresses his gratitude for the honorable offer to stay with the Greek Catholic Metropolitan during his visit to Lviv, but declines the hospitality due to poor health and the need for his children's care. He also announces his arrival in the city for the following Tuesday.

King John II Casimir confirms to Piotr Pilewicz and his three sons the right to lifelong possession of a wybraniecki hide in the village of Hubice in the Drohobycz starosta district, exempting them from military burdens. In return, the holders of the hide are obliged to provide a properly armed wybraniecki infantryman for every military expedition.