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Peter, custodian and administrator sede vacante of the Archdiocese of Lviv, transsumes a letter from the Council of Basel and orders the clergy of the diocese to announce the indulgences contained therein and to collect funds for the union with the Greeks.

King Casimir IV Jagiellon settles a dispute between the councilors of Lviv and the townspeople of Halych, Kolomyia, and Stryi, ordering the latter to strictly observe the Lviv general staple right and prohibiting them from bypassing Lviv on their way to other cities. The document confirms the right of Lviv citizens to confiscate the goods of merchants violating the transit obligation and notes the submission to this law by the townspeople of Kamianets-Podilskyi.

Lviv judge Piotr of Branice and deputy judge Jan of Wąsosz certify a royal verdict prohibiting the minor sons of the late Proć of Wasiuczyn from collecting tolls in Wasiuczyn under penalty of a 16-mark bond. The issue of the legality of the toll collection was postponed until the children reach the age of majority, following a complaint by Mikołaj Brzymucha.

Jan Achenkiff informs Arthur Forbes about sending a chest worth 30 florins and asks him to pay the carter for its transport. He also explains that the shipment of the remaining items has been suspended until news is received from the recipient's brother.

Jan Achenkif sends Artur Forbes postal letters and laments his absence at the beginning of the Rzeszów fair. He also informs him about the repayment of a 144 and a half zloty debt by Mrs. Forbes and conveys greetings from his wife.

Baillie expresses gratitude for a promise and jokingly refers to Forbes's abstinence from alcohol. He assures him of his own steadfastness toward King K.W. and warns against the French faction, whose influence in Poland he considers significant.

Baillie reports on his arrival in Rzeszów and the poor market. He complains about the lack of income, the absence of acquaintances from Transylvania and Wallachia, and the lack of payments from Podolia and Ukraine. He describes a flood that reportedly destroyed the imperial camp and supplies.

Mikołaj Bieganowski responds to the Lviv authorities regarding letters from the King and the Chancellor concerning complaints against Captain Janek, who was misappropriating soldiers' pay. He announces his arrival in the city to conduct an investigation as soon as he settles urgent matters for the Marshal.

Rafał Bojm reports on the difficulties encountered while escorting municipal funds through Jarosław to Rzeszów and informs about the necessity of giving a gift to Colonel Horn in exchange for an escort to protect against the Wallachians. He announces his further journey to Rzeszów to obtain instructions and a safe-conduct from General Stenbock, adding current rumors about troop movements.

Rafał Boym informs the authorities of Lviv about his arrival in Jaworów and the news gathered regarding General Horn's stationing in Jarosław and his planned march to Sambor. He reassures the councilors regarding the immediate threat to the city and promises to send further information after a personal meeting with the Swedish commander.

Rafał Boym informs the authorities of Lwów about his arrival in the Swedish-occupied Jarosław and the detention of the city messenger by Lieutenant Colonel Horn. He reports on the fruitless negotiations regarding the contribution and the dispatch of a courier to General Stenbock to obtain permission to settle the funds on the spot.

Lviv Archbishop Bernard Wilczek certifies that the vicars of the Lviv Cathedral received the sum of 100 marks from the executors of Mikołaj Wagleński's will, intended for the purchase of a redeemable rent (wyderkaf). In exchange for the legacy, the clergy committed to celebrating weekly masses and annual funeral vigils for the soul of the testator and his wife.

Georg Buchan discusses issues of transport and the sale of a batch of cloth at the fair and explains the reasons for halting the purchase of increasingly expensive crimson fabrics. He also strongly requests the enforcement of payment from a bill of exchange from Paul Galbreath due to his own liquidity problems.

Georg Buchan discusses with Arthur Forbes issues of bill of exchange payments, the sale of mohair, and the planned purchase of cloth. He also complains about a severe lack of cash, the high cost of goods, and a general stagnation in the trade of linen and furs.

George Buchan urges Artur Forbes to enforce a debt from Carol Galbreath in Lwów due to his own financial difficulties in Gdańsk. He also discusses the unprofitability of selling hare skins and the sharp rise in wool and cloth prices on the market.

Georg Buchan discusses the issue of an incomplete payment from Galbraith and explains the matter of an undelivered package of fabrics for James Buchan and ordered packing linen. He also points out the negligence of Forbes's servant, who did not deliver the letter with cloth samples sent to Rzeszów to the addressee.

John Wentoung informs the merchant Artuart Forbes in Rzeszów about the transfer of payment from the debtor Browning via Mr. R. Brüss and the settlement of the remaining sum. The correspondence concludes with wishes for successful trade and a commendation to God's care.

Karol Galbreath thanks Arthur Forbes for his condolences and informs him of an order to pay one thousand zlotys collected from debts by his apprentice. He also declares his intention to redeem a bill of exchange issued by Mr. Bochen during the upcoming fair in Rzeszów.

Theodor Hodschon informs Arthur Forbes of the death of the tailor Becker and the attempts by the castellan's widow to seize his estate. He requests that the money deposited by the deceased with Forbes be kept secret and asks for assistance in securing his own claims.

W. Hołodyński expresses deep sympathy for the misfortunes affecting Lviv and assures of his constant goodwill and support for the efforts of the city syndic. On the occasion of Easter, he extends wishes for prosperity and rebirth to the city authorities, coinciding with the Resurrection of Christ.

Thomas Gordon confirms receipt of a letter from Arthur Forbes and assures him of the prompt transfer of the money owed to Rzeszów. He also expresses hope that his former patron has already satisfied the addressee's previous claims.

King Sigismund I the Old makes a perpetual donation of the deserted village of Oleńczyce in the Lviv land to the Archbishop of Lviv, Piotr Starzechowski, and the local metropolitan church, in order to increase the income of the archiepiscopal table. The document removes the village from monarchical jurisdiction and incorporates it into the ecclesiastical immunity.

King Sigismund II Augustus exempts the Armenians of Lwów from the jurisdiction of all land and castle courts, placing them exclusively under the jurisdiction of the wójt (advocatus) and Armenian elders judging according to Armenian law. All appeals from this court are reserved exclusively for the royal court.

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms the ancient custom of the municipal gatekeepers in Lwów collecting a fee in the form of one piece of firewood and a bundle of hay or straw from every cart and sleigh entering the city. In return, the gate guards are obliged to keep the passages clean and ensure convenient entry into Lwów.

King Sigismund II Augustus performs a transumpt and confirmation of four ancient royal privileges for the city of Lwów, concerning, among others, the staple right for all goods, the prohibition for Podolian and Ruthenian merchants to bypass the Lwów staple, the subjection of foreign merchants to municipal jurisdiction, and the rules for drafting wills and real estate transactions. The document grants these copies full legal force equal to the originals.

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.

Tomasz Józef Zamoyski thanks the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for his patronage with the Voivode of Kraków, which ensured the successful course of the Wisznia sejmik session. He commends himself to his further kindness and conveys greetings from his brothers.

Alexander Sommer sends Arthur Forbes the sum of 30 florins via a courier to repay a loan, apologizing for the delay. He expresses deep gratitude for the help received in his time of need and declares his lifelong readiness to serve.

Marek Izaakowic informs Arthur Forbes of his imminent departure and requests the settlement of accounts for goods, with a deduction for the sold lemons. He also asks for credit to be opened for the Lviv customs officer Beer and for the return of unfulfilled promissory notes from Rzeszów debtors.

Thomas Cuming inquires Arthur Forbes about the settlement of Captain Barclay's bill of exchange, requesting a reply to be sent to an address in Lublin. He also asks for the collection of the remaining debt of 1020 florins from Sobak.

Thomas Cuming informs Arthur Forbess about handing over one hundred florins to his servant for the payment of eight wagons. He apologizes for the difficulties and asks for patience, explaining the trade stagnation and lack of profits from wine sales.

Andrzej Stanisław Krauz informs Arthur Forbes about sending the pair of horses he purchased from Rzeszów. He also requests that he collect the sum of 520 florins from Mr. Lozi and send the money to Kraków.

Krzysztof Krause thanks Arthur Forbes for his kindness and declares his readiness to help, announcing that he will settle current matters in Rzeszów. He also mentions his intention to collect a debt of 1900 florins from the Mościska estates belonging to the father of brothers currently serving in the military.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski thanks the authorities of Lviv for assigning quarters in the Barzy tenement house for the duration of the upcoming commission and mentions an agreement on this matter with the Crown Guard's wife. He also announces the arrival of the general quartermaster with a request for assistance in properly accommodating the Hetman's court.

Richard Murray justifies to Ather Forbes the delay in his journey and the settlement of his debts, explaining the situation by imperial levies in Bardejov and a case before the tribunal. He informs that the remainder of the debt will be delivered on his behalf by John Murray and asks for understanding and the maintenance of friendly relations.

Richard Murray apologizes to the merchant Arthur Forbes for the delay in paying off the remaining debt, explaining it by unforeseen losses incurred in Rzeszów. He expresses gratitude for the understanding shown and asks for the correspondence addressed to Mr. Maitland to be forwarded.

John Maitland asks Arthor Forbes for the lowest price for a barrel of scythes with sheaths for an interested buyer and declares he will cover the payment. He also informs him about forwarding the enclosed letter to Tomaszewski in Bąkowice near Przemyśl.

John Maitland informs Arthor Forbes about the current market prices for scythes. He offers to keep one barrel of goods and pay for it at the Jarosław fair.

Robert Maitland informs Arthur Forbes about the declaration of the Jew Oszer regarding the repayment of 150 thalers by St. James's Day and about the improvement of his health. He also announces that he will hold talks with the second debtor, Moszko, as soon as he returns from the fairs.

Robert Maitland informs the Kraków merchant Arthur Forbes about the progress in collecting debts from his debtors, Moszek and the ailing Asher. He promises to provide further updates on repayments with the next post.

Robert Maitland informs Arthur Forbes of the birth of his son, for whom he intended to ask him to be a godfather. However, since Forbes cannot attend in person due to the fair and business matters, the author decides to choose someone else in his place.

Robert Maitland writes to Arthur Forbes on behalf of a Rzeszów landlord, inquiring whether he intends to rent a shop and warehouse for the duration of the upcoming fair. The owner expects an urgent reply, as he has other prospective tenants if Forbes declines.

The Swedish secretary of the War Commission, Er. Roland, thanks the Lwów deputies for their intention to present him with a Turkish saber while paying a contribution in Rzeszów. The author regrets that due to his trip to the mountains, he missed the opportunity for a personal meeting and to reciprocate their kindness.

Alexander Ross informs Arthur Forbes about the progress in collecting debts from debtors in Lviv, including the receipt of a partial sum from Salomon and delays caused by Manck. He also explains the inability to sell items through the local organist and the reasons for the delay in sending the collected money.

John Taylor informs Arthur Forbes about the hardships of his journey to Kraków and the premature death and funeral of his son during Easter. He also requests assistance in executing a bill of exchange transaction in Rzeszów and asks for the forwarding of the enclosed correspondence.

John Taylor informs Arthur Forbes of his return from Leipzig and reports on the handling of his commercial affairs, including difficult price negotiations and the logistics of transporting goods via Wrocław. He also provides a price list for fabrics at the Leipzig fair, noting the high prices and the mass purchasing of goods by Greek merchants.

Arthur Forbes requests John Maitland to release the baskets marked with the number 5, located in his house, to the bearer of the letter.

Arthur Forbes reports on financial operations, payments to contractors, and difficulties related to cash transfers during troop movements. He also informs about the shipment of cloth and Nuremberg goods, announcing an upcoming business meeting in Kraków.

Georg Sterling informs Maciej Hajder about old wine available for purchase and offers assistance in its procurement. He also requests that a document left behind be handed over to the messenger and asks for the whereabouts of Father Wałowski.