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The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, thanks the Lviv Magistrate for the greetings sent on the occasion of the Resurrection of the Lord. In response, he offers the city authorities reciprocal wishes for health and all prosperity.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, reiterates his request to the Lviv city magistrate to lease him the suburban village of Biłohorszcze. He reminds them of his family's traditional benevolence toward the city and his own support for Lviv's privileges.

M. Jaworski informs Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski about the robberies and burdensome demands imposed on the Chełm Land by German troops and artillery. Forced to turn back from his journey, he asks the Hetman for protection for himself, his subordinates, and his banners.

Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski informs the Castellan of Bełz, Aleksander Kuropatnicki, about preparations for the sejmik, his intention to arrive in Lviv, and the tensions surrounding the formed military union. He also mentions the actions of the Bishop of Chełm and the movements of local officials.

Stanisław Mateusz Rzewuski explains to the Castellan of Bełz, Aleksander Kuropatnicki, that the banner of the Crown Standard-Bearer has already received orders to march for a reconnaissance mission and should not be stationed on his estates. He notes that the concentration of troops results from orders and public necessity, and that soldiers on noble estates are entitled only to shelter.

Anna Rzewuska requests the Lviv Magistrate to entrust the parish, vacant after the suffragan, to the meritorious archcathedral custodian, Bishop Bąkowski. In exchange for a favorable decision, she declares her own and her husband's gratitude.

The author sends Franciszek Głogowski a letter from his own brother, the Stolnik of Bełz, confirming that the addressee's request has been fulfilled. He expresses his confidence that Głogowski will keep his word.

Anna Rzeczycka writes to provisor Beem to complain about neighbors who have incited a dispute and groundlessly accused her of border conflicts. The author requests a personal site inspection in Malechów and a fair resolution of the matter, assuring her desire to maintain good neighborly relations.

Ignacy Rzeszowski SJ informs the authorities of Lwów about the delivery of the letters entrusted to him and his personal intercession with the recipients regarding the city's affairs. He attaches the obtained informative response to the letter and declares his continued readiness to serve.

Andrzej Żydowski informs the Voivode of Ruthenia about the disruption of the sejmik by the party unable to maintain the previous parliamentary resolutions. The author anticipates the convocation of another assembly and requests further, more detailed instructions.

Daniel Żytkiewicz explains to the Lviv magistrate the reason for his assistant missing a court deadline and reports on the status of the case against the Archbishop of Lviv. He advises a firm defense of the disputed city borders, filing protests, and seeking the appointment of a royal boundary commission.

Daniel Żytkiewicz informs the Lviv magistrate about receiving the inquisition records and advises them to defend against being summoned before improper courts. He suggests sending an envoy to Warsaw to obtain a royal mandate protecting the city's immunity against the claims of the archbishop and synodal courts.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski approves the arrest by the Lwów magistrate of a Jew suspected of espionage for Turkey and orders his continued detention. He also recommends finding a translator to read the correspondence seized from the arrested man, which was being sent to Constantinople.

Stanisław Żółkiewski orders the authorities of Lwów to keep a Jew suspected of spying for Turkey in custody until a decision from the King arrives. He assures them that upon receiving the monarch's instructions, he will notify the councilors and, if necessary, send for the prisoner.

Stanisław Żółkiewski intervenes with the authorities of Lviv in defense of the aggrieved creditor, Mr. Jonaki, demanding the enforcement of debt repayment from the evasive Andrzej Torosowicz or the imprisonment of the debtor. The Hetman justifies his support by citing Jonaki's services to the Commonwealth.

Stanisław Żółkiewski responds to the authorities of Lwów following news of a riot in the city, expressing regret over the incidents. He advises the councilors to calm the unrest using the mildest means possible and refers them for details to the city clerk, with whom he had previously spoken.

Stanisław Żółkiewski appeals to the authorities of Lwów for assistance in collecting a debt from Andrzej Torosowicz for the benefit of Mr. Jonaki, who has served the Commonwealth well. The Hetman demands that, in the absence of payment, the dishonest debtor be imprisoned in the city jail without delay.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski commends the arrest in Lviv of a Jewish messenger suspected of espionage for Constantinople and announces he will present the matter to the King. He orders the councilors to find translators to read the detainee's intercepted correspondence.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lviv councilors about a merchant named Maruki, suspected of spying for Constantinople. He advises them to locate him in Lviv and detain him due to the tense political situation with the Ottoman Empire.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski instructs the Lviv city councilors to immediately hand over the 'kwarciane' funds sent by the Elector of Brandenburg, which were deposited in the Lviv town hall, to Mr. Brodecki. These funds are urgently needed for the army.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lwów councilors about a Jew suspected of passing information to Constantinople under the pretext of trading in jewels. He orders him to be kept under guard in the city until royal instructions regarding his case arrive.

Stanisław Żółkiewski intercedes with the authorities of Lwów on behalf of his painter, Bogusz, requesting that he not be forced to take on the guardianship of distant relatives. The Hetman emphasizes that due to these additional obligations, the artist would be unable to complete his commissioned work on time.

Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski warns the Lviv city councilors about a suspicious Greek man named Maruki, who is buying up jewels and sending reports to Constantinople. He orders them to investigate the matter and detain him due to the ongoing tension in relations with the Ottoman Empire.

Crown Field Hetman Stanisław Żółkiewski orders the Lviv councilors to immediately hand over to Mr. Brodecki the funds from the Brandenburg 'kwarta' deposited in the town hall, due to urgent military needs. A chancery note indicates that the hetman's envoy collected the aforementioned funds on August 12, 1614.

Stanisław Żółkiewski asks the Lviv councilors not to force the painter Bogusz to take on legal guardianship of distant relatives. The Hetman argues that the craftsman is currently fully occupied with work commissioned by him.

Stanisław Żółkiewski responds to a letter from the Lwów councilors concerning yesterday's tumult in the city, expressing his regret over the incident. He advises calming the situation using the most peaceful means and refers the recipients to oral explanations provided by the city clerk.

Stanisław Żurawski, Cup-bearer of Ciechanów, asks the mayor and councilors of the city of Lwów for their favor toward his friend, Mr. Walter, in a case pending in Lwów concerning wines. He assures them of his gratitude and readiness to reciprocate the favor shown.

Adam Zabierzowski informs Franciszek Zawadzki about the difficulties in finding transport carts for moving honey from Bila Tserkva to Lviv due to the local population being burdened with providing forage for the troops stationed there for the winter. He also requests a receipt for twenty-one barrels of honey sent to Yazlovets.

Lieutenant M. Zabiełło, acting on behalf of the absent burgrave, requests the President of Lwów to stay the execution of a decree concerning Mr. Gniewczyński and a Jewish haberdasher until his superior returns. He explains that the money deposited in this matter is held at the burgrave's office and he does not have personal access to it.

Kajetan Zabielski presents a calculation for the distribution of rent from sums invested with the Jews of Przemyśl and requests the transfer of funds needed for ongoing construction work. Due to his duties at the factory, he declines to travel to Przemyśl, recommending that legal action be taken against the Jews in the consistory.

Zabielski writes to the administrator of the Holy Spirit Hospital in Lviv about a quarterly payment and repairs. He mentions the 12 July deadline, money left to be collected from the director, and the director’s explanation that he had not paid because repairs were needed; Zabielski says he asked for the quarter’s payment to be handed over. In a second matter, he says he has no involvement with the other “Zdziełka,” does not know who holds its contract, and has no receipts relating to it. Some words and the relation between the matters remain uncertain.

Zawadzki justifies his absence in Lviv by the necessity of conducting an inquisition among his subjects at the request of the Voivodess of Bełz. He asks the addressee to pass on news from the post and to oversee ongoing property matters.

Zawadzki informs the Voivode about the transfer of the assignment to the saltworks administration and the alarm among the subjects in the starosty, who are paying rents and grain taxes with resistance. He appeals for orders to be issued to the banner command to show consideration for the poor population and mentions current castle and financial matters.

A list of minor economic and travel expenses, including payments for craftsmen's services, horse fodder, messengers, and the purchase of everyday items. The sheet also contains working columns with calculations of monetary sums.

Zawadzki assures the addressee of his due respect despite others prioritizing their private interests. In a postscript, he also conveys health wishes from his son staying in Zator.

The author explains his absence by the necessity of performing service and awaiting the monarch's actions. He also reports on the activities of subordinates, the observation of the company, and the inability to disclose the intentions of the Lviv Master of the Hunt.

Zawadzki informs the Voivode about the completion of orders in Mościska, the preparation of provisions, and the sending back of a horse. He also reports that the Sasiecki lease matters have been settled by Mr. Winiawski, sends a copy of the marriage contract/agreement, and announces his prompt return to Lwów.

Zawadzki informs the voivode about legal difficulties and unrest caused by the confederates during the interregnum, as well as the investigation into disputed fees in Mościska. He also reports on a large number of honey barrels taken from Stare Dno and the lord's apiary, announcing an uncompromising settlement with the leaseholder.

Filip de Zagly informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the end of his forced stay in Erzurum and his planned departure for the Shah's court with a diplomatic mission. He urges the dispatch of a royal letter for the Persian ruler, while warning against entrusting diplomatic missions to clergymen.

Zahorowska informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, about the death of her husband. She invites him to the funeral ceremonies scheduled for March 21, 1697, at the Dominican friars in Lutsk.

Royal Secretary Jakub Zadzik informs the mayor and councilors of Lviv about the return of the syndic who was handling municipal affairs in Warsaw. He assures them of his constant readiness to kindly support the city's affairs and its future envoys.

Grand Crown Chancellor Jakub Zadzik sends the Lviv authorities a sealed royal declaration, obtained for the city by the referendary priest during the chancellor's absence from court. He assures the recipients of his unwavering favor and goodwill.

Chancellor Jakub Zadzik informs the authorities of Lviv about the conclusion of a trade agreement with the Jews of Lviv by the city's delegates in Warsaw, which took place at the King's request and with the Chancellor's intercession. He simultaneously assures the councilors that the concluded agreement in no way violates the city's rights or privileges.

Jakub Zadzik thanks the Lviv prior for forwarding a letter from Persia, from which the King was pleased to learn news about the Persian ruler and local affairs. He also requests that any future correspondence arriving from the East be sent regularly.

Zadzik informs the Lviv magistracy of a royal declaration concerning Warsaw, received by the referendary during the sender’s absence. He indicates that this may cause difficulty for the recipients; the remainder is partly uncertain. Dated in Warsaw, 22 September 1634.

Royal secretary Jakub Zadzik informs the authorities of Lviv about the return of the syndic who was handling municipal affairs in Warsaw. He assures them of his constant goodwill and readiness to assist both him and the city clerk who has arrived.

Crown Chancellor Jakub Zadzik renews his intercession with the Lviv magistrate, supporting a second royal mandate ordering the conclusion of a trade agreement with the Jews. He draws attention to the burdens borne by the Jews and the losses suffered by the city due to the lack of an official contract regulating their activities.

Grzegorz Zalykiewicz complains to the President of Lviv about the unlawful harassment of his servants and the seizure of meat purchased in Zamarstynów for household needs. The author asks for justice and an order to return the confiscated food.

Grzegorz Zalikiewicz informs the Director about the seizure by guild butchers of meat being carried from Zamarstynów, which turned out to be unlicensed goods. He notes that, according to guild law, the meat will be returned only on the condition that the addressee's servant swears it was purchased for personal use; otherwise, it will be confiscated.

Grzegorz Zadykiewicz explains to the President of Lwów that he purchased meat solely for his own and his brother's needs, to which the butchers' guild should have no claim. He requests the municipal authorities to release him from further trouble and proceedings in this matter.