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Bartsch informs about the project submitted to the chancellor, the planned action of the good order commission, and the need for a memorial to the king. He describes the discussion about privileges, Catholics, and dissidents, and the proposed condition of bearing city burdens upon the admission of foreign merchants. He announces further consultations on law and jurisdiction, urges the second deputy, and asks for funds for further work.

Bartsch has received the city authorities' letter and announces the submission of the attachment to the vice-chancellor and a request for support in the dispute with the Dominicans. He sends the chancellor's letter concerning the Hołosko case, reports on the intended actions of the Ruthenian bishop, and the request for a date for the commission settling city sums. He thanks for the news about the fire at the Dominicans' and points to the need for additional deputies and the possibility of an amicable settlement of the case with the parish priest.

Bartsch notifies the Lviv authorities of his arrival in Warsaw, consultations regarding the city, and a planned audience with the Crown Treasurer. He conveys news about the expected arrival of the primate, the commander, and the princes, and explains that the wait may delay his departure to Białystok. He promises further information.

The deputies await the outcome of the city projects submitted to the chancellor along with the demands of other cities. They report on Russian and Prussian interventions, announced local diets, and the continuation of the Sejm. They ask for documents of sums secured on the city's property for the settlement proceedings expected in February. In a postscript, they renew the request for the promised letters.

The authors have undertaken efforts in Warsaw to recover the sum owed to the city. Bartsch reports obtaining a decree based on the provided copies, a demand for a statement of city revenues, and a memorial to the chancellor covering the dispute with the garrison, officer quarters, the case of a certain townsperson, and claims against the Republic. He asks for additional documents, the help of the accompanying Cyruli, and coverage of expenses.

Becker considers outstanding settlements and debt collection from Lwów Jews, whose promises he does not trust. He discusses the actions of intermediaries, the need for correspondence, and an account. He adds a note about payments and a final balance of 824 [?].

The author writes about the lack of a convenient opportunity for correspondence, arrears, and attempts to bring about payment. He mentions the Lwów magistrate or council, Jews, and Daniel of an uncertain surname. The text contains the amount 370, obligations, and bills of exchange. Allegations against debtors and intermediaries are preserved as the author's statements.

The author discusses the balance and settlements, and asks for further action in merchant matters. In the German part, Lwów Jews and intermediaries appear. The Polish fragment concerns money, the addressee's convenience, and the recommendation of friends. Detailed conditions and some names have not been determined.

Bem complains about the lack of payment and a final response regarding the agreement concluded with the city. He demands 200 zlotys owed to him for lodging or a written resolution, announcing further pursuit of the debt; he appeals to the President of Lwów.

The author notifies the magistrate that a complaint has been filed before the Crown Tribunal in Lublin against the Lwów city authorities in connection with the imprisonment of a person of noble status. He claims that incarceration in a prison intended for thieves violates noble status and announces further legal steps; he asks for a response. These are the allegations of the letter's author, not a confirmed court finding.

The document concerns money intended for royal needs and the disposition for its expenditure. The author asks for a favorable resolution of the matter and declares gratitude; names and terms of the settlement are uncertain.

The author argues against the doctor's conduct and asks the council to protect the Jew from harm. He invokes the hetman and the Lwów sub-chamberlain; names and legal details remain partially illegible.

Bieliński recommends to the Lviv magistrate a doctor named Matheim [spelling uncertain], who has served well in his house. The recommended person is establishing a property in the city; the author promises gratitude for the support.

Bielski accuses the elders of the kahal of banning wine retailing under threat of excommunication. He asks for the proclamation of the old custom in the market square and suburbs, and for the sending of a city servant and a trumpeter.

Brzeski responds to the fear of detaining Lviv merchants in connection with the Kamieniec case. He assures the safety of the Lviv citizens; he requires the customary reporting in the city. He mentions a future royal decree.

Birrel describes an attempt to detain him along with his goods in Przeworsk in a dispute with a Jewish leaseholder collecting a fee. Initially, he denies his presence, but witnesses confirm it. According to the author, he was released after explaining that he was carrying goods for the Castellan of Kraków. He warns Forbes about the wait for his goods.

Błazowski thanks the President of Lviv for the wishes. He recommends the execution of the decree and universals, allows for turning to the treasurer, and in case of resistance, mentions coercion against the owners. He announces his arrival in Lviv.

Błazowski discusses the cases of Michał Dobroski [?] and Kowaliński. He proposes using the Toruń statute against persons considered vagrants, uses the metaphor of a bird in a cage, and points to the deterrent purpose of detention. He declares his arrival after Laetare Sunday.

Bogucki asks the president of Lwów to complete the settlement of the pledge of jewels, record the receipt in the files, and protect the parties against further claims. Some details of the transaction remain illegible.

Bojm describes the difficulties in leaving Jarosław, Horn's demands, and obtaining an escort of 25 men. He intends to go to Rzeszów for Stenbock's decision; he mentions the unit waiting in Stryj.

Bojm conveys news obtained from the royal sub-huntsman about the Swedish commanders and their movements. He announces further efforts and informing Lwów.

Bojm informs about the detention of the messenger with money by Horn and the sending of Andryński to Stenbock. He remains with Bernatowicz, awaiting the return; he attaches information about copies of the correspondence.

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.

Branicki thanks the magistrate for the holiday greetings and assures them of his interest in their prosperity.

Alongside New Year's greetings, Branicki reminds the garrison of the duty to protect the city and informs them that he has renewed the orders to the commander.

In response to the city's complaint, the sender announces efforts to order an investigation into the violence committed by Ensign Koc.

Branicki appoints a military commission for the dispute between the city and Ensign Koc. He demands quarters within the walls, including on Żydowska Street, despite exemptions.

Branicki demands clarification on how the commander is protecting Jews to the detriment of the magistrate and what additional instructions should be issued.

Branicki supports the Warsaw citizen Bartsch in a matter of succession and commercial damage against the Lwów councilor Nuszczyński following the annulment of mandates by the Assessor's Court.

The Linch family complains about a debt owed by the merchant Ignacy: three thousand and several hundred red zlotys. Branicki asks for a settlement or judicial redress.

Branicki thanks the authorities of Lwów for their holiday greetings and wishes them prosperity from the newborn Lord.

Branicki responds to the city's complaints about the garrison. He discusses the violence against two Armenians, the complaint against Cadet Radziejowski, and the necessity of evidence before punishment.

Branicki thanks them for their remembrance and New Year's greetings and reciprocates the wishes for prosperity.

Brodzicki conveys the Voivode of Bełz's praise for Lwów's resistance against the enemy and advises thanking him with a visit. He also asks for a fair consideration of the grievances of subjects from Żurawka [?], recommended by that Voivode.

The sender writes in a hurry before the messenger's departure, asks for an explanation of the accusations, sends a small gift, and conveys expectations regarding the Queen's return from Gdańsk.

The sender informs about his wife's health, conveys rumors about ceremonies surrounding the Queen, and instructs the return of Mrs. Cecylia's belongings and the execution of instructions regarding the hides.

The sender discusses a disputed mandate, the affairs of Mrs. Cecylia and her father, and the transfer of documents. He also mentions his wife and the return of strings belonging to another woman.

The sender discusses Mrs. Cecylia's belongings and money, the death of an acquaintance, and the possibility of a gradual transfer of the debt. The text is heavily visible from the reverse side.

The letter confirms receipt of the shipment according to the register, mentions the settlement of 19 monetary units, a print about the Turkish Sejm, and news about the Queen and the King's illness.

Carmelite Walenty asks the President of Lwów for the official release of Górski's belongings and papers stored at Herbut's. The saber remains disputed due to a claim for one zloty; the monk promises a receipt of collection.

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.

The Mayor of Jarosław notifies about providing satisfaction to a craftsman complaining about servants. In a postscript, he asks the President of Lwów for the text of the law regarding the circulation value of currency and promises mutual help.

Wapowski describes a dispute over an assignment burdening the Przemyśl synagogue and the detention of Jews on charges of horse theft. He asks the Voivode for protection and presents his own assessment of the court proceedings.

Wapowski renews his request for the extradition of a subject of the Żydaczów wojski. The administrator had suspended the extradition after a complaint was filed; the author demands a new order from the voivode.

Wapowski discusses the offer of estates and the expected discount. He recalls the previous price of forty thousand, thirty thousand paid for the estates in pledge, and compares the scope of the properties.

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.

Wessel responds to the New Year's wishes. He considers the previous universals a sufficient explanation of the announced reduction and announces the attachment of the decree of the Piotrków Tribunal.

Wielopolska asks for relief regarding the hiberna of the Nowy Targ starosty, which is already burdened with three banners and a fourth one announced. In a postscript, she conveys reports about the detention of Poles in France.

The archbishop asks the magistrate for a fair hearing of Stanisław Rozesłanek's complaint against the executors of his brother's will and for protection against further claims.

Winnicki presents the dispute with Metropolitan Załęski over the archimandrites in Walawa, Dermań, and Dubno. He asks the voivode for intercession with the nuncio after filing an appeal; the letter itself does not settle the rights to the benefices.