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A receipt and financial settlement prepared by Thomas Giernott, showing the value of goods taken by Jan Liebschwager from Lwów. After deducting a partial payment, the author of the document indicates a remaining balance of over 297 hard thalers.

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

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.

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.

Shopkeeper's notes including a list of colonial goods and dried fruits with their quantities and prices. The second part contains a register of financial settlements and small debts incurred by various customers.

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.

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.

Thomas Gordon sends a letter from Lwów to the Kraków merchant Arthur Forbes, intended for Oberleutnant Jan Van, with a request to ensure the financial settlement. In the letter, he also sends warm greetings to the addressee, his wife, and mutual acquaintances.

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

Thomas Gordon requests Mr. Ogilvie to immediately pay Mr. Forbes, or to his order, the sum of 500 florins 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.

Aleksander Gurowski informs Jan Jabłonowski about his economic activities in Olkusz and his planned marriage following the advice of the Voivode of Poznań. He asks the recipient for letters of recommendation and protection in confederation matters, declaring his full readiness to serve at the upcoming sejmiks.

Tullius Guttinius asks Lviv councilor Maciej Hayder to oversee the purchase of goods and to indicate the recipient for the funds prepared for this purpose. He also informs him that the court ruling has been postponed until New Year and asks him to notify the judge.

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

The marquis asks for intervention concerning a debt and a dispute before the Lviv castle court, naming witnesses and requesting that the events be investigated.

Andrzej Dędyński requests the addressee's intercession to reach an amicable settlement regarding the Skotnicki orphans' property claims to the Kiziów estate. He appeals for a resolution to the dispute without a protracted and costly lawsuit, citing the duties of a guardian and Christian charity.

Jakub Dementer justifies the delays in his correspondence, explaining them by his difficult situation in Husiatyn and the arbitrariness and intrigues of the Voivode and Barnet. He assures his desire to satisfy his creditors and asks for a representative to be sent to assess the situation on-site, as well as for patience until he can settle his accounts personally.

Address of a shipment from Jakub Dementer addressed to Lviv councilor Maciej Hajder with instructions for personal delivery.

The sender addresses the honorable voivode and benefactor, probably Jan Jabłonowski. The sender writes about a matter involving people identified as Domaradzki and [surname reading uncertain], refers to earlier proceedings, and makes a request to the addressee; details and some names remain uncertain. The letter ends with the date from Lviv, 30 January 1699. The sender’s signature is illegible.

Paweł Brzowski reports to the Mayor of Lwów on his efforts at the royal court to obtain a sublevation for tribunal cases and advises sending a ready-made draft of the letter for the King's signature. He also presents the issue of executing the banishment of Kiemieńczanin, the matter of merchants and Manli's interests, ordering that the letter be kept in strict confidence.

Paweł Brzowski reports to the authorities of Lwów on the difficult progress of municipal affairs in Warsaw, efforts at the royal court, and a dispute with the starosta. He complains about the exhaustion of funds and debts incurred to cover legal expenses, urgently requesting the city to send money.

Anna Dolska informs her brother Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski about her stay at a wedding in Lwów and the good health of her sister-in-law. She asks about the addressee's imminent arrival and announces the arrival of her son Stanisław.

Anna Dolska asks her brother to intercede with Miss Leśnikowska's protector on behalf of her servant, who is seeking her hand. She assures him of the candidate's good qualities and declares her readiness to organize the wedding immediately upon obtaining the guardian's consent.

Ab Dryka reports with concern about the difficulties in receiving and weighing barrels of saltpeter from ten carters in Jarosław. He attaches an additional letter addressed to a Lviv contractor to the merchant correspondence.

Dupré thanks the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for letters of recommendation to Mrs. Zamoyska, who, however, had previously left the decision regarding the hiring of a servant to her sons. The author of the letter asks for continued patronage and expresses hope for being accepted into service in the future.

Eberhardt Engelhardt confirms the receipt of 1399 thalers from Michael Schmidler and informs Arthur Forbes about the shipment of a chest and two packs containing gold and silver galloons. He explains the price increase caused by the rising cost of silver and requests further trade instructions.

Ferdinand Engelhardt sends a letter requesting its delivery to Andreas Boyd in order to collect a debt of 216 florins. He also informs about the arrival and further dispatch of Leipzig goods and conveys New Year's wishes.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the dispatch of two bales of cargo from Wrocław to Lviv via the carrier Gregor Bielawski. He specifies the weight of the goods, the transport rate, the amount of the advance payment made on the spot, and the balance due upon successful receipt of the shipment.

Ferdinand Engelhardt confirms receipt of payment delivered by Donik Aksentowicz. He also explains the reasons for the delay in fulfilling the order for Hungarian cloth and requests earlier notification of demand due to autumn bad weather.

Hieronim Jełowicki explains the reasons for his previous intervention concerning the grievance of a certain priest, leaving the final decision to the addressee's discretion. He also informs about looking after the correspondent's affairs and his imminent departure for the Sejm in Warsaw.

Wacław Rzewuski expresses regret over the harm suffered by the President of Lviv and assures his support for the city's rights. At the same time, he strongly advises the magistrate to reach a settlement to prevent burdensome and costly tribunal proceedings.

Field Hetman of the Crown Wacław Rzewuski thanks the authorities of Lviv for securing a criminal sent to the city by the Chełm bailiff. He requests his final extradition in accordance with the latest order of the Crown Treasurer.

Wacław Rzewuski thanks the proconsul and councilors of Lviv for the kindness shown to him, sending mutual wishes for long-lasting prosperity. He assures the magistrate of his constant attachment and respect.

Wacław Rzewuski addresses the authorities of Lviv with a request to entrust the vacant provostship in the local archcathedral to his nephew, Father Chancellor Rzewuski. In return, he promises the Lviv councilors his remembrance and gratitude at every opportunity.

Stanisław Jabłonowski informs the President of Lwów that the letter concerning city land near the ramparts arrived after the general sejmik, which prevents him from officially engaging in the dispute with the Discalced Carmelites. He only authorizes the commandant to defend the ramparts and declares his readiness to assist the city on other occasions.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, thanks the authorities of Lviv for their previous favor and renews the recommendation of his son, the abbot priest, who is applying for the Lviv provostship. He expresses gratitude and promises prayers for the prosperity of the councilors while awaiting the decision of the archbishop's court.

Podolian Voivode Michał Rzewuski asks the President of Lwów for assistance in leasing the suburban village of Biłohorszcze based on a royal rescript. In return, he promises strict adherence to the contract terms and constant goodwill and gratitude toward the municipal authorities.

The Voivode of Podolia, Michał Rzewuski, renews his request to the Mayor and Councilors of Lviv to grant the vacant Lviv parish to his son, the Abbot. In return for their favor, he declares his gratitude and readiness to provide any services for the benefit of the city.

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.

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.

At the request of the Bishop of Bila Tserkva, the writer asks the Lviv magistrate to support a prelate as candidate for the parish benefice left vacant by the death of the suffragan priest. The candidate is described as an archcathedral canon with suitable birth, education, and qualities, though parts of this description are illegible. The letter repeats the request and closes with a respectful formula.

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.

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 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 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.

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.