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The councilors maintain their readiness to provide the king with one hundred thousand zlotys in connection with the contract regarding the lease of the Lwów excise and Ruthenian customs. They explain that the departure of the Wąchock abbot and the enemy's actions delayed the negotiations. They ask the treasury administrator to allocate provisions for the Lwów garrison from this sum, as its lack threatens the city's security.

In view of the enemy approaching the city, the Lwów councilors ask the Grabowiec starosta Marek Matczyński for his support with the Grand Crown Hetman. They desire the arrival of soldiers with prepared means for their maintenance, a good commander, and help in purchasing ammunition and food, including from the city's beer and spirits tax. They also ask for letters to land officials so that they immediately issue taxes for the city's urgent needs.

The Lwów councilors ask the hetman to protect the municipal villages of Zubrza and Sichów and to exempt their subjects from the forced transport of oaks. They claim that the villages have already been devastated by the army and the rest of the inhabitants may leave. They propose using artillery carters who have horses and wagons.

The councilors of Przemyśl declare the suspension of municipal, private, and guild cases against the people of Lwów until three weeks have passed since the start of the next Sejm. The goal is to enable a settlement; Lwów was to make a similar commitment.

The Przemyśl magistrate accuses the Lwów authorities of hiring their municipal master (executioner) without a testimonium. According to the senders, he left without notifying the office, leaving behind his wife and children. They demand a refusal of employment and that he be sent back on the same cart with the same driver, as they have several prisoners. The letter does not describe their cases or sentences.

The mayors and council of Świecie complain about the almost daily passage of soldiers and the announced arrival of dragoons numbering 90 horses, coming from Hungary for winter maintenance by order of the Inowrocław voivode. They refer to the news from the lessee and an earlier payment, the verb of which remains unread. They ask Jan Jabłonowski for help in the face of the city's impending ruin and the destitution of the inhabitants.

Świecie renews the complaint about the soldiers and states the city's losses at five hundred zlotys, and the president's at 58 zlotys 20 groszy in taken goods. It asks Jan Jabłonowski to lead to the consideration and deduction of losses when paying the army at the general Lwów commission. Separately, it asks for a receipt allowing to receive wood from the Świecie starosta's forest for a bridge threatened with destruction by ice after a hard winter; the lessee does not accept earlier receipts.

The authorities of Świecie ask their starosta for protection against the military execution of services, also dependent on the lessee's decision. They assure that they previously used his protection, apologize for an unspecified offense, and send representatives who are to explain the expenses, difficulties, and damages related to the dams, heads, and banks of the Vistula.

The mayor and councilors of Jarosław ask the Lwów council to announce to merchants that the upcoming Jarosław fair will take place at the usual time. They refer to the will and authority of the Marshal and Grand Crown Hetman and their benefactress, and encourage them to arrive with goods without fear of hostile actions. This is an assurance and invitation from the senders, not a confirmation of the fair's progress.

Alberti assures of his zeal in carrying out the recipient's orders. He writes about the liveries of a gentleman with an uncertainly read surname, intends to support the case, and obtain the necessary letter. He conveys his respects to the voivodess.

The author informs that he intervened according to the standard-bearer's order regarding the Magierów leaseholder and his father-in-law. He speaks of satisfying the claim, obligations entered into the books in Jarosław, and a receipt for money signed by the queen. In the second part, he conveys news about the Swedish and Muscovite armies and the king's departure to Lithuania; these are epistolary reports.

Anikini questions the fines imposed by Lorendowicz on Szmuklerz and the second accused in the case of the alleged pregnancy of the former's daughter by his cousin. He claims that the pregnant woman's account points to another man and asks the voivode to mitigate the proceedings. He explains that he restrained those interested from immediately appealing to the recipient.

Armand confidentially reports on the Queen's agreement with her son Jakub after 10–12 days of negotiations. The Queen was to settle for a life interest in her late husband's estates; movables, jewels, and cash were to be divided equally between the brothers. He mentions the mediators and the dates of the dietines (July 27) and the convocation (August 29), which point to the year 1696.

The priest has been ill for a week. He reports an improvement but will remain in Lwów until he regains his strength and the roads improve. He regrets not listening to his benefactor; he promises gratitude and prayer.

The author reports on a conversation with the younger Lévrier regarding the security of a bill of exchange and five rixdollars. The merchant requires security and does not want to withdraw from the agreement due to a small amount.

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

De Baluze thanks the Voivodess for the remembrance expressed in her husband's letter. He conveys warm greetings from the ill Marquise de Béthune.

The author does not yet believe the rumor about the evacuation of Kamieniec. He reports on the death of the King of Denmark and the French Chancellor, describes the uncertainty regarding their successors, and conveys greetings from the Marquise de Béthune.

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

The author replies to the Voivode's kind letter, thanks him for the news about the Grand Hetman's health, mentions the start of peace negotiations in Delft, and the anxiety before the Polish election.

The author complains about the lack of news, conveys rumors about the appointment of cardinals, and information about the death of the Palatine of Ruthenia. At the end, he describes the festivities of the last days of Carnival.

The author writes about the distress caused by the addressee's letter and the hope for a personal explanation. He conveys a letter from the Marquise de Béthune and two unconfirmed reports: about the interception of Spanish galleons and the plans of the Elector of Bavaria regarding the Polish crown.

De Baluze explains the gaps in correspondence by his trip to Gdańsk. He sends overdue letters to the Queen, the Chancellor's wife, and Arnaud in Warsaw via an intermediary. He reports on the unconfirmed designation of Utrecht as the site for the peace congress.

The author notes the announced end of the confederation but fears further consequences. He conveys rumors about a Spanish ship with treasure, the movement of the Elector of Brandenburg toward Königsberg, and the departure of French plenipotentiaries for negotiations.

De Baluze mentions a letter received from Prussia and Mr. de Lamberti's complaints against the addressee. He rejects the accusations, noting that he does not know the addressee's people or household, and will postpone explanations until the matter is clarified.

De Baluze asks for confirmation of receipt of an important package sent before leaving Warsaw. Despite war preparations, he wishes Poland peace and a good king; a postscript mentions anxiety in Gdańsk and the gathering of troops.

The author notes the delay of mail from Lwów and compares the news from Vienna about the withdrawal of the French camp with the silence of his own army's letters. He predicts a possible great war, wishing peace to Europe and Poland.

De Baluze describes the financial troubles of the marquise de Béthune and uncertain information about her sons' journey. He reports on the possible recognition of the King of Spain by the Netherlands, the king's return to Warsaw, and the wait for the outcome of negotiations with the Tsar and Sweden.

De Baluze writes about the addressee's grief after the king's death and the need to comfort the queen. He assesses conflicting rumors about peace with Savoy, conveys reports of the refusal of imperial support and the alleged concentration of 60,000 Swedes in Livonia. According to the letter, the inhabitants of Ducal Prussia are securing their property in Gdańsk.

De Baluze explains his three-week silence by a jubilee trip to Łowicz. He discusses letters calling on the nobility to remove the envoys of France and Brandenburg. He reports on the difficulties of winter quarters in Italy, the policy of Venice, and reports on troop movements.

The message describes de Pointis's squadron, siege equipment, and three thousand soldiers. It distinguishes between the announced American goal and rumors about Ireland and Scotland; it also mentions the preparations of the Château-Renault squadron.

An unsigned author conveys de Baluze's news about the papal investiture of the King of Spain, French operations in Italy, and the neutrality of German states. He assesses the difficulties of the Dutch and reports, with a reservation about the need for confirmation, on the Portuguese agreement.

The author conveys news about 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 clearly as reports.

De Baluze explains a week-long break in correspondence. He reports on the arrival of passports from the allies and the planned departure of French plenipotentiaries for peace talks; he expresses concern due to the illness of the Grand Hetman.

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 about an assassination attempt on the Prince of Orange and the conclusion of peace with Savoy.

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

The author is pleased with the receipt of the package and announces the sending of correspondence to the marquise and the Jesuits. He conveys reports about the ambassadors in Vienna, the alliance of Portugal with Spain, and the English parliament's reluctance to new levies.

De Baluze refutes the accusation of neglecting correspondence and promises to deliver a letter to Prince Alexander. He contrasts different news from Rome, Turin, and Genoa regarding the neutrality of Italy and the lifting of the siege of Valenza.

The postscript informs about captured ships from the Bilbao fleet, further movement of ships off the Spanish coast, and an order to prepare units in Dunkirk.

The author advises the addressee on matters of travel, money, a carriage, service, and gifts. He recommends that he win over the French court by respecting the monarch and avoiding criticism of the candidate in the former election. He emphasizes the help of the marquise de Béthune.

The news describes France's armaments, the wait for the English parliament's decision, and the entry of French battalions into the fortresses of the Spanish Netherlands. They report on the arrival in Cádiz of a rich fleet from Mexico.

The author explains his silence by a trip to Łowicz and the lack of letters from the marquise de Béthune. He wishes the Voivodess health in 1702, announces her expected arrival, and mentions the lonely Marshal of Lithuania.

The author critically addresses conflicting reports about the fleet and negotiations, explains postal delays, and defends the way he conveyed information regarding the Elector of Bavaria and the Polish election.

De Baluze considers the presence of the Voivode and the Voivodess a comfort to the queen. He writes about Mansfeld's mission to Turin, rumors of a general peace, and the allegedly ineffective bombardment of Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

De Baluze wishes success at the sejmik. He rejects the unconfirmed news 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 conveys a package from the marquise and holiday wishes. 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 losses, and heard-of heavy losses of the opponent. He cites the Duke of Mantua's protest against the imperial decree.

De Baluze thanks for the news about the planned start of talks on the confederation. He anticipates the addressee's imminent arrival in Warsaw and comments on the military situation in France and the progress of peace talks.

The author mentions the postponement of the addressee's trip to the Sejm. He announces the sending of letters to Paris and conveys a letter from the marquise. He asks for stronger paper and describes the costs of shipments.

De Baluze reports on joint Savoyard and French troops in the Milanese state, the collection of contributions, the siege of Valenza, and the rebuilding of the walls of Casale. He mentions the audience of a Polish envoy with the King of France.