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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.

Duport explains the delay in the response and reports on the galliot, which sailed from Gdańsk on the eighteenth and was cleared at the customs office on the twenty-second. He fears that the war will hinder the transport of horses and entry with them into France.

The author responds to the letter of December 12, sends an article from a German Hamburg newspaper, and renews New Year's wishes for the addressee and his wife.

A detailed account of Bart's actions after capturing a convoy: the transfer of 700 prisoners on a frigate, two hostages, the destruction of remaining spoils, and the retreat in the face of an approaching fleet. The author contrasts news of Bart's promotion with an unconfirmed rumor of his death and conflicting reports about peace.

The author conveys reports on preliminary peace terms, protests at the Imperial Diet, municipal precautionary measures, and naval preparations by France and England.

A newspaper excerpt describes peace expectations, de Pointis's expedition, deaths and official appointments, a carnival satire, publications against Spinoza, and the Jesuits' response to Pascal's letters.

The report presents French positions near Urago and Chiari, the preparation of bridges, roads, and fascines, and the movement of the Prince of Sesto toward the Adda. It describes overheard enemy movements and complaints from his deserters about the lack of bread.

The author offers New Year's wishes and discusses Duport's wait for a shipment and the situation of the Lithuanian Marshal's wife during her husband's absence. He conveys, with a clear reservation, a rumor about a French breakout from a siege.

The author recalls advice regarding the journey, informs about the Chancellor's daughter's wedding, and recommends a young nobleman endorsed by the Marquise de Béthune. He reiterates an unconfirmed report about the execution of Vaudémont.

The author clarifies the matter of unreturned letters to the Marquise de Béthune and the order for mirrors. He reports on the French envoy's departure to the King in Biržai, rumors about the court's return and peace with Sweden, and concerns about the internal situation.

The news presents the acceptance of Italy's neutrality as a French success after the siege of Valenza. It describes the exchange of hostages, hopes for peace, Callières's appointment, and court and church information.

The author explains two unanswered letters by his jubilee trip to Łowicz. He mentions the breaking up of the sejmik in Wisznia and doubts the rumor about the addressee's arrival before the Sejm.

De Baluze has not received new mail, so he conveys unconfirmed news about a ceasefire in Holstein and the fate of Vaudémont. He discusses the planned wedding of the Chancellor's daughter and invites the addressee to Warsaw.

De Baluze links the inactivity of the army and the Savoyard truce with the hope for universal peace. He concludes with a wish for a harmonious and peaceful election of a suitable king in Poland.

The author sends an Italian report and praises the courage of the Duke of Savoy at Chiari. He refers to newspapers for news about the death of James II and the recognition of the Prince of Wales by the French court.