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Arnaud conveys to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski the gratitude of Queen Marie Casimire for his writing and for bringing the Potocki family to the court's side. He also informs about the monarch's health, who is suffering from side pain, and asks the addressee to date his letters.

The author discusses the fluctuating exchange rate and the transfer of money to Paris for a tailor's account. He reports on the King's return, a possible peace with Sweden and the Tsar, and the English and Dutch policies toward Spain.

De Baluze reassures the addressee regarding rumors about proposals in France. He arranges the payment of Parisian debts and congratulates the addressee on the health of the Voivodess and their newborn daughter. He reports on the withdrawal of Dutch troops from Spanish fortresses and denies rumors regarding changes of governors.

De Baluze requests confirmation of receipt for an important package sent before his departure from Warsaw. Despite war preparations, he wishes for peace and a good king for Poland; the postscript mentions Danzig's anxiety and the gathering of troops.

Baluze expresses his condolences on the death of the King and solidarity with the widowed Queen, then reports on the situation in Piedmont, the mood in Vienna, and rumors of secret peace negotiations. He also mentions Swedish troop movements in Livonia, anxiety in Prussia, and the arrival of a Dutch fleet in Gdańsk.

De Baluze explains his three-week silence due to a jubilee pilgrimage to Łowicz. He discusses pamphlets urging the nobility to remove the envoys of France and Brandenburg. He reports on the difficulties of winter quarters in Italy, Venetian policy, and news of troop movements.

The report describes the de Pointis squadron, siege equipment, and three thousand soldiers. It distinguishes between the announced American destination and rumors concerning Ireland and Scotland; it also mentions the preparations of the Château-Renault squadron.

An unsigned author conveys news from de Baluze concerning the papal investiture of the King of Spain, French operations in Italy, and the neutrality of German states. He assesses the difficulties faced by the Dutch and reports, with a reservation regarding the need for confirmation, on a Portuguese treaty.

The author conveys news regarding French, Spanish, and Imperial operations in Italy, the wounding of Catinat, army supplies, and reinforcements. He reports on actions in Catalonia and the position of Venice; he treats some of the data explicitly as reports.

De Baluze informs about the departure of the three princes and the Queen to Żółkiew. In foreign news, he distinguishes reports on Bart's actions from unconfirmed rumors regarding an assassination attempt on the Prince of Orange and the conclusion of peace with Savoy.

De Baluze sends French news and reports from Warsaw about the alleged interception of the letters of the Voivode of Vitebsk and a clash between the troops of the Grand Hetman of Lithuania and the confederates. He admits that conflicting reports do not allow him to assess the truth.

The author expresses satisfaction with the receipt of the package and announces the dispatch of correspondence to the marchioness and the Jesuits. He conveys reports regarding ambassadors in Vienna, the alliance between Portugal and Spain, and the English Parliament's reluctance toward new levies.

The news describes French armaments, the anticipation of the English Parliament's decision, and the entry of French battalions into the fortresses of the Spanish Netherlands. It reports the arrival of a wealthy fleet from Mexico in Cádiz.

De Baluze wishes success at the diet. He rejects an unconfirmed report of the Dauphin's death and discusses the chances of war, neutrality in the Empire, the French and Spanish fleets, and succession rights to Italian possessions.

The author forwards a package from the marchioness and sends holiday greetings. He reports on negotiations in Hanover, the dispute over Güstrow, the exchange of letters with the Dutch and the English Parliament, and rumors of war, which he does not consider certain.

A French informant attacks Imperial reports about the battle and describes the failed assault on Chiari, his own side's losses, and rumored heavy enemy casualties. He cites the Duke of Mantua's protest against the Imperial decree.

J. G. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the progress of the Franco-Savoyard troops in Milan, the siege of Valencia, and the probable neutrality of Italy. He also mentions the successful audience of the Polish envoy at the French court.

The letter contains reports on the acceptance of Italian neutrality by the Emperor and the King of Spain following the siege of Valenza, and the withdrawal of troops from the Apennine Peninsula. The author also describes growing hopes for a universal peace, the journey of the Princess of Savoy to France, and current events at the Parisian court.

J. G. de Baluze informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the progress of peace talks in Delft, false reports regarding preliminary articles, and French naval armaments in Brest and Rochefort.

J. G. de Baluze conveys to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, news regarding tensions surrounding Holstein, the King of England's hunting, and official appointments in France. He also reports on the celebration of a solemn mass in Dresden and the arrival of French artists in Poland.

De Birckholtz explains to the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, the impossibility of paying funds to the Starosta of Włodzimierz, as the available money is reserved exclusively for the hussar and pancerni banners. He assures, however, that he will attempt to resolve the issue if Lieutenant Colonel Brandt provides additional funds.

Davia doubts his journey to Ruthenia as the king’s travel becomes uncertain. He calls for former valour to awaken, reports agreement between parties and a need for funds to move over 30,000 soldiers.

Thomas Cuming inquires Arthur Forbes about the settlement of Captain Barclay's bill of exchange, requesting a reply to be sent to an address in Lublin. He also asks for the collection of the remaining debt of 1020 florins from Sobak.

Jean Kamocki reports to Jan Jabłonowski from Paris about rumors concerning the planned siege of Barcelona and the movements of French troops in Catalonia. He also informs about the military stagnation in Flanders due to frost and the arrest of a supporter who betrayed King James's plans.