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Benedykt Bernatowicz justifies his absence before the mayor and councilors of Lwów due to illness, promising to present private letters in defense of his good reputation upon his recovery. Fearing that confidential correspondence might be entrusted to intermediaries, he refrains from sending the documents immediately.

Jan Brzozowski asks the clerk Zimnicki to handle the case of the suffragan priest in Warsaw. He sends a copy for signing and sealing; alternatively, he suggests the involvement of Zycherman [?].

Bobowski intercedes for the widow Iliniczowa, who lacks tax receipts for her tenement house. He fears the city's claims against the captain and his subsequent recourse against her. The author invokes the special consideration due to widows and orphans.

The commander asks the starosta in Janów to recover and immediately return the Lwów carts taken by the Turkish and Tatar envoys. They were supposed to return immediately and are needed for work on the fortifications of Lwów.

The colonel intercedes for Szymon Hrebionka, a servant of the Kraków cup-bearer. He asks the magistrate for a favorable change of the verdict in the dispute with Fr. Felicjan Kubiński, whom he accuses of seeking to take over Hrebionka's property.

Dr. Józef Awin hands over to director Czołowski a document about relics from 1698, found among the rubble in the attic of the building at ul. Sebastjańska 5 in Lwów. It is a later testimony of the discovery and transfer of the monument.

Borowski replies to syndic Frank regarding outstanding debts from the Sakrochowska tenement house. He questions the settlement and the city's delay, proposes a settlement with 5% interest, and announces that he will pursue claims in case of refusal.

The author confirms receipt of gifts, including sturgeon, caviar, and ten pairs of handkerchiefs. He returns to the transfer of 2000 PLN and the receipt. He informs about the improvement in the King's health.

Bialecki renews the request for a safe transfer of money for Cecylia; he wants to avoid obstacles during the wedding. He declares the money as ready.

Białobrzeski responds to the Lwów council, discusses a dignitary's opposition to the city, issues of power of attorney, jurisdiction, and proceedings, and encourages caution.

Jordan asks the mayor to capture a carpenter who was supposed to leave agreed work and did not keep the contract. He is to be imprisoned in the town hall at the request of the complaining clergyman; the letter does not confirm the execution of the order.

The registrar asks to deduct 34 zlotys from the amount paid by the Lwów treasury to Herszko Lachmanowicz. This is an overdue fee for extracts and authentications; after receiving the money, he promises a receipt.

George Wast acknowledges receipt of correspondence and thanks Arthur Forbes for his involvement in municipal affairs. He wishes him a recovery through the medicines he is taking and expresses hope for a meeting soon.

George Wast informs Arthur Forbes about the delivery of a royal mandate to the city of Jarosław concerning their interests and the delay of the municipal authorities in providing a response. He requests legal action, intercession with the Starosta of Wiska, and efforts at the royal court.

George Wast informs the Lviv merchant Arthur Forbes about sending a chest of white cups from Gdańsk via the carrier Kazimierz on behalf of Mr. Seyler. He requests that the shipment be received in good condition and that the transport costs be settled.

George Wast informs Arthur Forbes in Lviv from Jarosław about financial matters, settlements with Bukiewicz and Duinskes, and the rental of a room. He also reports on the delivery of lemons, the resolution of the sugar bowl matter, and sends greetings to mutual acquaintances.

Wast informs about a successful return, asks for the collection of the amount of 300, and announces a further letter upon arrival in Kraków.

After the deputies failed to gather on time, a representative of the fiscal office threatens to resign and file a complaint with the treasury board. Wemmer calls a meeting at the syndic's office to avoid a reprimand.

Wemmer informs about a session ordered by the president concerning city privileges and asks the addressee to invite the deputies for the following afternoon.

Wemmer conveys an invitation from the Discalced Carmelites for Thursday. The prior is to present the chapter's power of attorney, and the parties are to prepare the documents. The author requests extracts of acts from 1702.

The mayor invites the councilors to the town hall at two in the afternoon to reconcile before Easter confession, according to custom. He apologizes for any grievances and forwards a letter from the Crown Cupbearer.

The mayor convenes a consultation: visits to dignitaries, the ablegat's report from Warsaw, Augustynowicz's claims, the treasury commission, elections, taxes, and a collection for the destroyed church and college in Königsberg.

The invitation to the consultation includes Corpus Christi, the commission and the Warsaw Sejm, municipal finances, the contract for Skniłówek, the shooting of a servant by an officer, pending court cases, and matters concerning the Jesuits and the tenement house.

The sender notifies Bogdanowicz that the meeting will take place on Thursday instead of Wednesday. He invites him for four o'clock in the afternoon regarding the privileges.

Wieniawski asks the Voivode to think well of him. He reports on the family's health, religious services, and shared meals. The postscript concerns the syndic's letter and hiberna accounts.

Wieniawski reports on the health of the household and the arrival of guests. He conveys the doctor's opinion on the Castellan's wife's recovery and laments the Voivode's absence. He also records the prices of oats and peas.

Wyhowski sends a man for the necessary items and asks the magistrate to release everything indicated in a separate register to him that same day. He expects a quick return with Mr. Sawrycki [?].

Wyhowski assures him of the Hetman's friendship and favor, and encourages sending a delegation for a further response. The fragment about the people and the oath remains incomplete.

Announcement of a more certain response from the Hetman the next day and further efforts to successfully conclude the talks. The postscript mentions the dismissal of the envoys.

After the adjournment of the negotiations, the Hetman and the elders expect the clergy, nobility, and townspeople the next day so that representatives of various estates can hear the terms.

Wyhowski cancels the message conveyed to Grodzicki about the impossibility of a meeting: the Hetman has finished urgent talks and expects the magistrate's immediate arrival.

Wyhowski promises further mediation, informs about the oral communication of the Hetman's terms, and calls for the delegation to be sent again the next day.

Wyhowski sends the colonels' responses, informs about presenting them to the Hetman, and mentions the fee. The details of the demand and the role of the attorney require verification.

Wyhowski renews his assurance of unchanging goodwill and asks the magistrate to rely entirely on the Hetman's favor.

Military duties prevented a meeting with the Hetman today. Wyhowski invites the magistrate for the next day, as early as possible in the morning.

A stained letter warns against delay in responding, mentions preventing bloodshed, and encourages haste with a final declaration. Numerous fragments are illegible.

The archbishop asks for permission to take stones discovered and quarried at the expense of the parish priest in Kleparów. They are to serve to decorate the Church of St. Mary and the entire city.

Wyżycki recommends Jan Jasiński and asks the magistrate for a presentation to replace the late Father Bogadzki in a benefice at the city's disposal.

Father Stanisław Witwiński thanks Councilor Hayder for helping him on his way. Below, he confirms a debt of 195 zlotys to the councilor. The document does not confirm repayment.

Wiśniowiecki asks the magistrate for favor towards Antoni Cynalik in his case and promises lasting gratitude. He does not state the subject of the case.

Invitation for councilors to a meeting tomorrow at 2:00 PM: future burdens on townhouses sold to Jews by the Jesuits, recovery of files after Łaskowski, and a contested contract regarding the shoemakers' guild chapel.

Gadziewicz describes efforts to obtain a royal rescript exempting Lwów from contributions. He mentions intermediaries and talks in the camp, and asks for further actions and news. A significant part of the details remains unread.

Henrykowski invites the mayor and the Lwów council to the wedding of his eldest daughter to Andrzej Łysicki [?], administrator of the Brześć Lithuanian economy. The daughter is not mentioned by name.

The captain asks the authorities of Lwów for a delay for Jaskiewicz, whose shop has been sealed. He refers to his promise of payment within a few days and asks for this solution to be accepted.

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.

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

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

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

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.

The marquis asks the recipient to check a report he heard about an insult by Mr Cast[ellan].