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Jan of Tarnów, Castellan and Starosta of Lwów, settles a dispute between Dymitr Wieczerza of Leśniowice and Jan, rector of St. John's Church in the Lwów suburb. He adjudicates the disputed beehives, meadows, and thickets in Jamne and along the Hodowica River to St. John's Church and the village of Hodowice, imposing perpetual silence on Dymitr.

The Dukes of Masovia, Siemowit VI and Władysław II, grant Father Stanisław, chaplain of the abandoned Holy Spirit church in the suburbs of Busk, an endowment consisting of an annual monetary sum from the Busk customs, furs, wood, and customs exemptions. The document orders local officials to respect and pay the designated benefits on time.

King Sigismund I the Old settles a dispute between the burghers of Lviv and the Starosta of Lviv, Stanisław of Chodecz, concerning the collection of customs and market duties on salted fish. He establishes a procedure for merchants to take an oath and confirms the right of Lviv burghers to purchase fish in Busk duty-free.

Archbishop of Lviv Jan Sienieński approves the transumed privileges of the Bishop of Chełm, Wojciech Sobiejowski, and King Stefan Batory regarding the annexation of the parish church in Łopatyn to the parish in Busk. The act sanctions the new foundation of a college of five mansionaries along with a provost at the Busk church and defines their pastoral duties and endowment.

Lviv Archbishop Jan Dymitr Solikowski allocates episcopal revenues from Kamionka and Busk in perpetuity for the Lviv Chapter to perform annual funeral services for the repose of his soul. This grant was formally approved in 1606 by Archbishop Jan Tarnowski during a deanery visitation.

Kosowicz informs the Voivode of Volhynia about modest food deliveries, an empty pantry, and dwindling funds for current purchases in Lviv. He also reports receiving an assignment from the Suffragan of Przemyśl and asks about the date for the court's post-holiday relocation.

King Sigismund III Vasa incorporates the provostry in Busk into the office of the archdeacon, renewed at the Lviv cathedral, in order to provide it with proper endowment. At the same time, the monarch renounces the royal right of patronage over this provostry in favor of the Archbishop and the Lviv Chapter.

Apostolic Nuncio Claudio Rangoni, by papal authority, approves the act of Archbishop Jan Zamoyski establishing the dignity of Archdeacon at the Lviv Cathedral and incorporating the Provostry in Busk into it. He also confirms the appointment of the first Archdeacon, Doctor of Theology Tomasz Pirawski, to this office.

The Lviv Metropolitan Chapter approves an arbitration award settling a dispute between the college of cathedral vicars and the carpenter Melchior Terszowicz regarding the Stawińskie plot near the Krakow Gate in Lviv. The document grants the vicars superior ownership and Terszowicz the right of emphyteusis in exchange for an annual rent and an obligation to build two houses.

Michał Nagrodzki informs the authorities of Lviv about submitting the city commissioners in the lawsuit with Mrs. Brzuchowska to the Decree Chancellery. He attaches a list of commissioners appointed by the opposing party.

Konstanty Mrozowicki, administrator sede vacante of the Archdiocese of Lviv, confirms the donation of the villages of Wołosów and Cucyłów made by Aleksander and Kazimierz Kuropatwa to the metropolitan chapter. He establishes a new canonry funded by the Kuropatwa family of the Jastrzębiec coat of arms, specifying the canon's mass obligations and the right of patronage for the founders' family.

King Stanisław August Poniatowski confirms the entirety of the ancient rights, liberties, and privileges granted to the town of Kamionka Strumiłowa by his predecessors. He also confirms the historical delimitation of municipal lands with the neighboring villages of Horpin and Monasterz, based on an entry from the Crown Metrica.

Michał Rożycki complains to the Voivode of Volhynia about the sub-starosta of Mościska and his wife, accusing them of withholding firewood, damaging buildings, and persecuting his wife. He asks the addressee for a written disciplinary intervention against the official.

Krystyna Ubysz expresses her joy at the good health of the Głogowski sisters and laments the lack of earlier news and trust on their part. She declares her readiness to provide any service, sends greetings to loved ones, and assures them of her sisterly kindness.

Wojciech Urbanowski informs Franciszek Kwałkowski about sending three boxes of documents to Lviv and his efforts to change the departure point of the banner from Mościska. He also discusses financial settlements, difficulties with a loan from Mr. Grodzicki, and provides an update on the health of the household members and horses.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki calls upon the mayor and councilors of Lwów to cease diminishing and withholding the voivodeship revenues traditionally due to him. From the camp near Busk, he demands respect for his office and the preservation of rights that also belong to his successors.

Ruthenian Voivode Stefan Czarniecki admonishes the authorities of Lviv for withholding and attempting to reduce the revenues due to him by virtue of his office. He calls upon the mayor and councilors to respect his authority and the rights of his successors, demanding a change in their current attitude.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski informs his brother, the Voivode of Volhynia, about his final departure for Busk, where he plans to arrive on Friday for dinner. He also expresses great impatience in anticipation of their imminent meeting and conversation.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski sends warm greetings to his brother and his family just before his departure for an overnight stay in Zaryczów and announces a meeting soon. In the margins, he asks for news regarding the King's intentions and mentions a letter from the Starosta of Bohusław.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski asks his brother Jan Stanisław about his travel plans from Sokal to Lviv and invites him to Busk, conditioning his own trip to Lviv on this visit. He also complains about a series of household misfortunes and sends greetings from his family.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski informs his brother about the loss of two large diamonds from his wife's emerald jewel and requests discreet searches and an investigation among Jews and goldsmiths. He also addresses the purchase of Kofsurski grain, asks for a book to read, and announces his arrival in Lwów.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski extends warm holiday and New Year wishes to Jan Jabłonowski and his wife. He also asks his brother to share the latest news regarding public and private matters, especially those that might concern him.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski sends greetings to his brother from Busk, announcing an imminent personal visit, which is being delayed due to the terrible state of the roads and bad weather. In the postscripts, he conveys family regards and asks for the latest news, especially from the French mail.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski thanks his brother for the news received and addresses the uncertain reports regarding his imminent arrival in Lwów. He eagerly awaits their personal meeting and sends greetings from himself and his wife.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski excuses his brother's lack of a previous reply due to his trip to Podkamień and asks him to send confidential news. He also complains about the burden and weariness of presiding over court sessions in Busk.

Aleksander Jan Jabłonowski intercedes with the Vogt and President of Lwów on behalf of Tyszowski, the son of his furriers, requesting a reduction in the tax imposed upon him. He argues that the subject only runs a small stall and promises gratitude for showing him favor.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski appeals to the Lviv city councilors to cease imposing excessive contributions and penalties on city guilds. He announces a final resolution of the disputes during the upcoming hiberna commission in Lviv.

Grand Crown Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski informs the authorities and the community of Lwów about the extension of the contract for the 'szelężne' tax with the previous contractors. He requests support in enforcing the agreement and ensuring its compliance in accordance with royal universal letters and instructions.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski admonishes the authorities of Lviv for the unlawful harassment and arbitrary administration of justice against soldiers of the Zborowski Foundation, who are under his jurisdiction. He demands an end to these actions and more lenient treatment of the foundation, which is exempt from municipal law.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski summons the defendant to a military court in Warsaw at the suit of the burghers of Lwów. He accuses him of violating the hetman's protective universal and causing numerous grievances and damages to the inhabitants.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski encourages the authorities of Lwów to successfully conclude an agreement with the Lwów congregation and end costly legal disputes. He emphasizes the benefits of reconciliation and the other party's readiness for a settlement.

Hetman Stanisław Jabłonowski intercedes with the Lviv councilors on behalf of the guild burghers, urging the magistrate to cease the burdensome collection of contributions and the use of coercion. He announces a final resolution of the disputes during the upcoming hiberna commission in Lviv.

Hetman Stanisław Jabłonowski informs the authorities of Lwów about the extension of the contract for the collection of the 'szelężne' tax with the previous contractors. He asks the magistrate to ensure the execution of the agreement and to oversee its compliance.

Grand Crown Hetman Stanisław Jabłonowski admonishes the authorities of Lviv for the unlawful harassment of soldiers of the Zborowski foundation, who are under his jurisdiction. He orders an end to arbitrary justice and demands milder treatment of the foundation, reminding them that it is not subject to municipal law.

Hetman Stanisław Jabłonowski expresses satisfaction with the planned settlement between the authorities of Lwów and the local congregation. He encourages the magistrate to resolve the dispute amicably, pointing out the futility of costly court proceedings.

Franciszek Jastrzębski thanks the Voivode of Ruthenia for entrusting him with the Queen's affairs, announcing that he will take action after meeting with Krogulecki, the Master of the Hunt of Żydaczów. He also provides legal advice regarding the execution of a default judgment in a lawsuit against the Starosta of Nowy Sącz and the forwarding of documents.

The correspondent reports on the calm near Kamieniec, the departure of the Grand Crown Hetman to the camp near Wiśniowczyk, and the actions of Cossack and Muscovite troops against the Tatars in Ukraine. He also reports unconfirmed news of a clash with the Horde and the sudden death of the Lwów archdeacon, Father Piaszkowski.