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The author is not yet returning to Lublin due to poor health. He writes about his intention to meet with his brother, his wife's trip to Volhynia, and accounts that he cannot settle right now.

The author asks his brother for reconciliation, appealing to the memory of their parents and Christian forgiveness. He mentions the family estate and Antoni; the details of the conflict remain unclear.

The author complains about financial troubles and the lack of a horse before leaving for the camp. He asks for help and a conversation about money; he refers to payment and outstanding settlements.

The author writes to her sister about their correspondence and personal matters. She mentions Frąckiewiczowa; most of the details remain unread.

Two sisters inform their brother about the house, sowing, and the departure of a man despite warnings. They provide the quantities of grain sown and ask for further brotherly care.

Glasnapp announces his arrival in Gniew at the voivode's request, but can only bring six reiters. He asks for a meeting date; he mentions the stay of the Voivode of Płock in Gdańsk.

Gniewosz returns to Głogowski the items left in Gniewoszewo, fulfilling his request. He assures him of his goodwill and readiness to provide services.

Gniński recommends the syndic Michał Grygrowicz for the vacant judicial clerk position in Lwów. He refers to his previous service and representation of the city at diets and dietines.

Gniński conveys the King's will following a complaint by Żółkiew burghers regarding new Lwów fees: 2 groszy per hundred quarts and 5 groszy per malt. He demands exemption from the new burdens if they were established by the city itself.

The author asks Wolski for a quick response, mentions complaints from the poor residents of Stróża, and proposes gathering the community at the grange for a joint audit of the disputed burdens.

Katarzyna Godlewska writes to her brother, the podstoli, regarding money and care. She asks for a quick notification; illegible fragments concern fears and future plans.

The author protests against the takeover of Katarzyna Piergiewiczowa's tenement house through debt assignment. He cites the constitution of 1678 and demands the return of the property to the city's market at a fair price.

Godlewski submits Giergiewiczowa's petition and a copy of a letter to the Starosta of Błonie to the Lwów authorities. He asks for the case to be reviewed; the attachment concerns the takeover of the tenement house and city rights.

The stolnik renews his request to the President of Lwów for deputies to value vacant lands near the tenement house. He complains about repeated fruitless trips and the loss of time needed for his estate.

The author informs Forbes about the baker's death, the deposit left behind, and the castellan's settlements. He also discusses the salt trade and difficulties related to the Tatars.

Hodschon asks Forbes's son-in-law to give Jonasz two packs of cloth, sell the remaining red semi-scarlet, and ensure a safe settlement of money through Colonel Salkin.

Gorzewski reports on the gathering of provisions by the Saxons and their storage in Toruń. He himself lacks the funds for further travel and asks for a quick order.

Gorzewski assures that he writes with every post and asks his patron for further instructions.

The crossing of the Vistula delays the mail. The author proposes a way to borrow money through an intermediary secured by Winiarski's signature; he also indicates a second contact.

Gołębiowski asks for the protection of items from destruction, promises to settle debts, and jokingly expects the standard-bearer to drink the designated wine.

Gołębiowski asks about items taken from the tailor, requests the preservation of a trunk with papers, and asks for the redemption and sale of a delia to cover the debt.

Gołębiowski describes the residence of the person holding the brooch and estimates its value at four red zlotys. He renews his assurance of repayment to Ignatowski.

On the back of the letter, there are crossed-out accounts and a shopping list, including tea, coffee, raisins, sugar, and almonds.

Gołębiowski has not received a reply, although he sent two zlotys for the cost of the letter via Antoni Bukowski. He announces a later message regarding his arrival in Lwów.

The letter contains Easter wishes, instructions on finding the pawn at the tailor's, and an assurance of debt repayment. The author invites the standard-bearer to Warsaw.

The author asks for receipts for 38 and 60 zlotys and a certificate of honest stay in Lwów. He needs documents and support in a dispute over 300 zlotys.

The author expresses sympathy for the fate of Lwów, assures of his superior's favor, and wishes for the city to be reborn along with the resurrected Christ.

The author rejects the city's excuses regarding money. He claims he does not harm the residents but can no longer support soldiers serving without pay from his own funds.

Golski demands the arrest of Wallachian merchants and the seizure of their goods until satisfaction is made to Łącki. He accuses them of attacking his inn and the councilors of complicity.

Golski asks the Lwów authorities for support for Łącki, citing his merits and unsuccessful efforts to obtain justice after the grievances suffered in the Wallachian land.

Golski accuses the councilors of unlawfully judging Łącki and seizing his belongings. He demands compensation and threatens personal consequences.

Golski admits that Łącki wrongfully took items from the merchant of the Voivode of Moldavia. He discusses the difficulties of returning them and assures the councilors of his friendship, while maintaining his grievance regarding their actions.

The Nuncio asks the authorities of Lwów to restrain the opponents of the Armenian archbishop and his followers. The letter uses the polemical term "schismatics" and appeals to the protection of believers.

Gordon describes a conversation with the clerk regarding a settlement in the dispute with the city. He opposes the proposed terms, considers further action, and asks the magistrate for guidance and protection for his family.

Gordon conveys news to Telier about the bankruptcy and the seizure of goods and household equipment. He questions the amount of losses reported by the goldsmith and advises a settlement.

Gordon thanks Forbes for his hospitality in Kraków, asks for replies to his letters, and requests fabric. He sends greetings to the addressee's wife and children.

Gordon asks Forbes to buy skins for a winter coat. He suggests black sheepskins as a substitute; he is concerned that they should not be too heavy.

Gordon reports on conversations with the Chancellor and the Treasurer. He asks for procedural documents, powers of attorney for envoys, and clarification regarding the complaint of the Discalced Carmelites.

Reports of the plague halt Gordon's travel. He describes municipal precautions, further treasury matters of Lwów, and the need to gain the favor of the Treasurer.

Gordon sends a sample of the ordered goods and asks for delivery by the start of the fair in Jarosław. He mentions the mutual favors between the Forbes and Gordon families.

A response to a payment reminder: Gordon assures that the debt will be settled before his own return.

Gordon announces repayment after returning from Warsaw and orders 60 ells of red damask.

Gordon sends a letter to the oberleutnant and considers the settlement of a bill of exchange. He greets Forbes, his family, and Mr. Taylor.

Robert Bell is to settle the payment. Gordon explains the delay due to trade difficulties and orders purple fabric and 60 ells of red damask.

Gordon writes about the difficulties in finding suitable people, the boy's journey through Lublin to Gdańsk, and the King's stay in Żółkiew.

Gordon states there are only 69 ells of damask and asks Forbes to check the register. He explains the delayed payment and notifies of the death of James Gaird in Warsaw.

An order for fabrics accompanies a rumor about the murder and robbery of a merchant on the way from Kraków to Wrocław. Gordon expresses hope that the news is untrue.

A brief instruction for Ogilvie: pay Forbes or to his order 1500 in current currency.

Gordon declares a payment of 500, further repayment as promised, and orders red damask and fabrics for the fair in Sokal.

Gordon asks the clerk of Lwów for a few days' delay in repaying 130 zł. He anticipates the settlement of this sum by the doctor based on an assignment, after receiving the due amount.