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Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv Magistrate that he has not received the promised explanations from Doctor Franchi regarding the memorial filed against him by Mr. Wayzer. Consequently, he demands a swift resolution, which the complaining party is awaiting.

Bishop of Przemyśl Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv magistrate that he has sent a letter to the Starosta of Błonie demanding the return of a tenement house unlawfully seized from Katarzyna Georgiewicz. He sends a copy of the letter under seal to the city authorities for their information, hoping for a successful resolution of the matter.

The Bishop of Przemyśl, Michał Wodzicki, thanks the mayor, council, and magistracy of Lviv for the holiday greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates with heartfelt wishes for an abundance of all goods and prosperity in the New Year for the city's inhabitants.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki thanks the mayor, councilors, and magistrate of Lviv for the Christmas greetings sent. In response, he reciprocates the kindness and sends the authorities and the entire city wishes for all prosperity.

Wodzicki supports ceding the land of the municipal wax refinery to Poniński. He cites a royal rescript and the possibility of finding an alternative location.

Bishop of Przemyśl Michał Wodzicki informs the Lviv magistrate about a complaint filed by Vice-Voivode Skrzetuski regarding allegations brought against him before royal courts. He advises the city authorities to immediately appoint a commission on-site to resolve the dispute in an amicable and fair manner.

Michał Wodzicki thanks the mayor, councilors, and the magistrate of Lviv for the congratulations sent on the occasion of the Resurrection of the Lord. In response, he sends reciprocal wishes for God's protection and an abundance of all prosperity for the city and its citizens.

Wodzicki recommends a swift resolution of the Bartch case and assistance for his son, who left Warsaw after his father's death. He mentions a lottery and a mandate regarding Surczyński.

Crown Deputy Chancellor Michał Wodzicki assures the authorities of Lviv of his constant favor and readiness to defend and increase the city's rights. He also informs them that, following his recent illness, he is departing for the Sejm, where he intends to look after the city's interests.

Crown Referendary Michał Wodzicki sends the Lviv Magistrate the original petition submitted to the King by Mr. Weyze. He urges the municipal authorities to issue their opinion and decision as soon as possible, which he is then to present to the royal court.

Gałecki offers New Year's greetings and intercedes on behalf of Tomasz [surname uncertain], requesting his admission to the municipal official body. He points to the efforts of the King and mutual friends.

Hankiewicz describes the efforts regarding Haider's cases, conversations with the royal secretary and the chancellor. He requests funds for necessary expenses and refutes an unfavorable opinion circulating about the addressee.

Hankiewicz explains legal expenses, provides amounts, and announces the date of the case with Reizner. He asks Haider to destroy his correspondence, fearing its harmful use.

The author reports the Chancellor's inquiry regarding Haider's arrival. He suggests a personal appearance to defend the case and mentions individuals acting on the opposing side.

Hankiewicz informs the magistrate that the Chancellor no longer wishes to postpone the affairs of Lviv. He urges the immediate dispatch of a representative and announces that the cases will be entered into the court register.

Hankiewicz requests detailed instructions, confirms receipt of 150 PLN, and announces that the case will be heard the following day. He also mentions Armenian court cases.

Hankiewicz reiterates a personal request conveyed by Gabriel, an apprentice to an Armenian merchant. He asks for fish to be sent and promises to reimburse the expenses and reciprocate with services.

The author reports on the favorable outcome of the dispute with Reizner and sends the text of the decree. He combines court news with Easter greetings and information about other matters.

King Sigismund I the Old, at the general sejm in Kraków, grants the city of Lwów the perpetual right to collect market fees from every wagon with goods, a right previously granted temporarily by King John I Albert. The income obtained in this way is to be allocated for the renovation and maintenance of the city fortifications.

Ant. Heuglin thanks Arthur Forbes for the redemption of a bill of exchange by Mr. Nitzsch and the transfer of funds to Mr. Knabe in Warsaw. He also declares his readiness for further favors and confirms the reservation of a commission for the addressee.

Gembicki asks the magistrate for kindness and official support for the Augustinians establishing a residence in Lwów.

Gembicki recommends a settlement with the starosta and adherence to market toll collection rules. He requests a clarification regarding the 'obrok' (tribute/tax), which is necessary before issuing a decree concerning the obligations of the Jews.

Gembicki advises the Forty Men of Lwów to reach an agreement with the Jews, promptly return seized goods, and suppress hostile statements and threats until the settlement is approved by the King.

Gembicki encourages a settlement with the starosta and proposes a lifetime sum from public revenues while maintaining the validity of municipal decrees.

Piotr Gembicki, Bishop of Chełmno and Deputy Chancellor of the Crown, thanks the authorities of Lwów for the gift of fish and the promise of further gifts from Turkey. He assures the magistrate of his favor and readiness to defend the city's privileges.

Jan Gembicki thanks the councillors and the magistrate of Lviv for the gift of salted fish and isinglass sent for the Lenten season. He assures them of his gratitude and readiness to constantly support the interests and prosperity of the city.

Giernowa presented Forbes's bill of exchange to Captain Barkley. She announces that she will transfer the collected money to Piotr Forbes in Gdańsk and notify the addressee by post.

Giernowa confirms receipt of 851 tynfs from Barkley. The remaining sum is to be received later; she discusses a possible payment in thalers at 3 zlotys 16 groszy and the fear of loss.

Archibald Giller sends Franciszek Głogowski the ordered satin and Carmarthen damask, presenting a total settlement including a previous debt amounting to 99 zlotys. He also informs about news from the post announcing the King's arrival in Warsaw in six weeks.

Kasper Głowacki informs the recipient about sending documents to the Primate by post and attaches the received reply. He also reports losing the note regarding papers for the Metrykant and asks for a new list to be written.

Kazimierz Głogowski appeals to deputy Józef Potocki for support at the Sejm and for the confirmation of rights to disputed property from an executed will via a Sejm constitution. In return for his assistance, he declares his full gratitude and readiness to perform reciprocal favors.

Mikołaj Głogowski explains to his brother that due to a severe fever he could not travel to Lublin personally, but sent his wife instead, who obtained favorable news from the deputies. He also informs him about the expected arrival of the marshal, a settlement with the millers, economic problems, and sends greetings from the family.

The sisters of Franciszek Głogowski report to their brother on field work, progress in sowing, and farming troubles caused by the disobedience of peasants and the flight of serfs. They also inform him about losses in the apiary and the lack of a full register of sowings due to the departure of Mrs. Antonina.

King Sigismund I the Old, at the general sejm in Kraków, approves and recognizes as inviolable the privilege granting the city of Lwów the villages of Zubrza and Sichów. The document secures the possession of these estates by the municipal authorities in the face of the execution of a statute prohibiting burghers from owning landed estates.

Franciszka Gniewoszowa informs the deputy Franciszek Głogowski that his letter did not reach her son, and sends the items left in Gniewoszów as a sign of goodwill and readiness to provide further services. She also conveys greetings to the young lady and reiterates her expressions of respect.

Gniński recommends the syndic Michał Grygrowicz for the vacant position of court scribe in Lwów. He cites his previous service and representation of the city at sejms and sejmiks.

Gołębiowski describes the residence of the man holding the brooch and estimates its value at four red zlotys. He reiterates his assurance regarding Ignatowski's repayment.

The letter contains Easter greetings, instructions on how to locate a pawned item at a tailor's, and an assurance of debt repayment. The author invites the standard-bearer (chorąży) to Warsaw.

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

Gordon reports on conversations with the Chancellor and the Treasurer. He requests court documents, powers of attorney for the envoys, and an explanation regarding the complaint of the Calced Carmelites.

Thomas Gordon asks Arthour Forbes to collect a debt from Daniel Bernt, declares he will settle an old debt upon his return from Warsaw, and orders 60 ells of red damask.

King Sigismund I the Old renews the privileges of the Lwów clothiers lost in a fire, confirming their exclusive right to cut and sell cloth by the ell in the city of Lwów and prohibiting this practice by other merchants under penalty of confiscation of goods. The monarch orders the starosta and the municipal authorities of Lwów to provide the clothiers' guild with all assistance and protection in enforcing these rights.

Grochowski allocates French and Venetian glass to rooms, urges completion of the palace and pay of three złoty a week for the mason. He mentions Prussian war taxes and an attack on the suffragan in Venice.

Huison reports partial payments, a dispute over belt prices and silk sales. He also mentions proceedings against the treasurer and corrects a rumour about the Pomeranian voivode’s death.

Huison reports terms with Saskiewicz and further payment promises. He mentions a confidential plan to recover a mint, connected with an offer of silver; personal identities and figures remain uncertain.

Józef Woynowski acknowledges the receipt of forty thalers from Aleksander Huison, paid out on the basis of a bill of exchange issued by Mikołaj Mythałowicz. The issuer of the document releases the addressee from the obligation in this regard.

Huison confirms payment of 5905 and 20 grosz Bm to Knab. He describes delayed settlements, belt-price negotiations and a shortage of coin, adding Sejm and court news.

Huison describes difficulty collecting debts, the low price of silk and stalled Sejm business. He passes on a report from Dutch news of the Duke of York’s proclamation as king.

Saskiewicz refuses payment before the Tribunal and wants to return belts. Huison arranges money for Gdańsk, discusses goods prices and seeks replies from the marshal, treasurer and quartermaster.

Huison negotiates acceptance of goods and repayment by Warsaw debtors. He describes defective textiles, refusals and promises of payment, remaining in the city to collect money before travelling.