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The authorities of Wrocław wish to resume trade interrupted by the plague in Poland. They do not consider rumors of the epidemic's end to be sufficient: they ask Lwów for a reliable report on the state of the city and the province, as well as evidence of the cessation of infections and the purification of infected places and buildings. They announce their intention to restore trade, even if initially with restrictions.

Jan Achenkiff provides Arthur Forbes with information about the journey of Aleksander Michałowicz, who is transporting significant sums of money from Wrocław to Lviv, expressing concerns for his safety. He also requests that Wrocław documents addressed to him be located and that his mail be directed to Jarosław instead of Lviv.

Johann Friedrich Becker explains to Arthur Forbes the delays in settlements and assures him of a prompt payment, citing difficulties in obtaining cash. He also informs him about the delivery of Oels cloth, the absence of Lorer, and ongoing negotiations regarding disputed financial claims.

King Sigismund I, at the request of the Archbishop of Lviv, Bernard Wilczek, confirms the 1422 decree of King Władysław Jagiełło regulating the amount of annual fees for the archiepiscopal table, paid on Saint Martin's Day by peasants and settlers under German law in the Archdiocese of Lviv. The document sets a fixed rate of six broad groschen per hide, with the exception of Lviv settlers who pay one wiardunek each.

Boyd confirms to Arthur Forbes the agreement on the price of cloth and discusses the issue of deducting customs duties in Widerzstoff, pointing out the need for caution in the absence of Jacob Beselie. He also raises the matter of employing John Law's son.

Boyd confirms receipt of a letter, mentions customs fees, goods, Jacob Bresli in Jarosław, and further instructions; significant middle sections were not read securely.

Reinhold Bruß confirms to Arthur Forbes the receipt of an order for the shipment of 256 hundredweights of cloth to Wrocław and reports on the state of preparations for the wagon expedition. He mentions the coordination of activities with Tomasz Taylor and Ferdynand Engelhard, as well as freight settlement issues.

Christian Weiß asks Arthur Forbes to release a stored package to Jacob Marlin only after collecting the due amount of 43 imperial thalers. The author instructs the addressee to transfer the collected money to the indicated intermediary.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Robert Forbes about the shipment of cloth via Wieruszów to Jarosław and current merchant correspondence. He also discusses the collection of cash, debt payment deadlines, and difficulties in obtaining bills of exchange before the Leipzig fair.

B. Werner informs Artur Forbes about the arrival of wagons in Jarosław after a difficult winter journey and about plans to send them with goods to Gdańsk. He also explains the reasons for the failure of the cloth transport from Zamość to Wrocław and announces the organization of goods transport by wagons from Lwów.

Grand Crown Treasurer Teodor Wessel informs the Lwów magistrate about the rules for accepting good Wrocław tymfs valued at two szóstaks. He explains that he has forbidden the issuance of unnecessary plates used to distinguish them, relying on the prudence and conscience of the traders.

Gabriel Wyhowski informs the Ruthenian Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about finding and repairing his carriage, the return of which was, however, blocked by Mr. de Béthune. He also asks for support for his brother, who is conducting negotiations with the Crown Standard-Bearer.

King Sigismund I settles a dispute between the customs lessee Andrzej of Tęczyn and the Lviv burghers, allowing Lviv merchants to travel through Kraków and Sandomierz to Lublin and beyond, bypassing the customs chambers in Bełz, Chełm, and Hrubieszów, while ordering them to return via these routes if they abandon their further journey. At the same time, he suspends Lviv's customs exemption in these three chambers solely for the duration of the lease of the Tęczyński family's estates, while confirming the general customs privilege of King Alexander.

Wrocław merchant Tomasz Giernott informs the Senate of Lwów about a claim of over 624 imperial thalers he holds against the late Lwów resident Jan Liebschwager. He asks the city authorities to secure and auction the debtor's property, which will allow for the satisfaction of creditors' claims without the need for a costly trip from Wrocław.

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 the remaining sum of over 297 hard thalers to be paid.

King Sigismund I the Old provides a parchment authentication of a 1533 act, postponing the resolution of a dispute between Kraków and Lwów concerning the staple right and freedom of transit until the next general sejm. Until the final settlement of the matter, the monarch orders the preservation of the current status quo and the legal validity of both cities' privileges.

Huison thanks Forbes for a recommendation enabling credit purchases. He plans to trade at small fairs, describes goods sent to Kraków, and complains about a horse costing 22 [currency uncertain].

King Sigismund II Augustus confirms to the elders and the community of Lwów Armenians all rights, privileges, liberties, immunities, and ancient customs granted by his predecessors, including King Sigismund I the Old.

Stanisław Borek, acting as judge-commissioner for the Bishop of Kraków, Samuel Maciejowski, accepts the resignation of Marcin Słap and solemnly inducts Stanisław Słomowski into the office of parish priest of the parish church in Działoszyce. He orders the vicars and parishioners to recognize the new rector and to provide him with all due income and obedience.

Michael Eckmiller informs Mathias Forbes about legal steps taken and bill of exchange settlements regarding debtors, including Halters and Naylor, as well as the dispatch of goods. He expresses concerns about the collection of debts and asks for further detailed instructions.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs the merchants Robert and Arthur Forbes about the dispatch from Wrocław to Jarosław of six bales of cloth entrusted to the carters Klemens Polaczek and Jędrzej Besnowski. He presents a statement of advances and transport costs, requesting payment of the remaining freight balance upon receipt of the intact cargo.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the partial payment of bills of exchange by Jerzy Kolba and the current prices of Russia leather on the Wrocław market. He also announces the preparation of a bale of cloth for transport from Leipzig and reiterates his request for the prompt shipment of hides from Lviv.

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 sending a bale of goods to him via the carrier Baumgart. He also mentions a shipment from Leipzig, which, depending on arrangements with the deputy from Wiśniów, will either be added to the same transport or arrive via Kraków.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Robert Forbes about difficulties in selling the received Russian leather and the detention of a wagon with goods by a customs officer in Kępno due to discrepancies in customs duties.

Ferdinand Engelhardt responds to Arthur Forbes's order for Hungarian batting, explaining that due to a lack of stock of this commodity in Breslau, it must first be commissioned to clothiers. He also reminds him to place future orders well in advance.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the payment of Polish customs duties on a shipment of cloth and blankets and attaches a list of the fees charged. He also offers to import a batch of morocco leather of various types on favorable commercial terms modeled after those in Leipzig.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the recovery of a seized barrel of Russia leather from Wielichowo, lamenting that the hides were ruined by water damage, which will result in a significant loss. He also reports on the market situation, the prices of Muscovite hides, and other goods offered.

Ferdinand Engelhardt confirms receipt of the sum of 600 florins, but informs about a delay in the arrival of a shipment of Russia leather from Zamość, which Robert Forbes is counting on. He also asks the addressee for a final decision regarding the purchase of hides.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the shipment of eleven bales and one package of goods from Wrocław to Jarosław via the carrier Tomasz Kiełbika. The letter contains a specification of the weight of individual cargo items and a summary of the freight costs paid and remaining to be paid.

Ferdinand Engelhardt reports the arrival of a shipment of Russia leather in Breslau and customs issues in Września, where one bale was detained. He also reports on his attempts to find buyers and asks for instructions regarding the minimum price.

Ferdinand Engelhardt sends Arthur Forbes a letter addressed to Stanisławów in a separate shipment, which was forgotten to be enclosed earlier.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the shipment of a bale of cloth and a Leipzig chest via wagoners to Lviv and Jarosław. He attaches a specification of incurred fees and an invoice for 338 florins with a request for booking.

Ferdinand Engelhardt notifies the merchant Arthur Forbes about the dispatch of a batch of goods from Breslau to Jarosław via a carrier, along with a bale of thread, specifying their weight according to Leipzig and Breslau measures. He also informs him of the payment of half the freight charges in Breslau and obliges the addressee to pay the carrier the remaining amount upon intact delivery.

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 prepared in Wrocław a specification of goods with a total value of over 4932 florins, sent on two wagons to Robert Forbes in Jarosław. The cargo included, among others, various fabrics, haberdashery, stockings, paper, sugar, lead, and chocolate.

Ferdinand Engelhardt issues a detailed specification and invoice to Robert and Arthur Forbes for six bales of various cloths sent from Wrocław to Jarosław. The document contains a list of colors, types of materials, and their valuation, including packaging costs.

Ferdinand Engelhardt presents Arthur Forbes with a statement of receivables collected from ox traders and informs him about the transfer of funds to Robert Forbes's account. He also describes disputes with debtors, Kirkur Teodorowic and David Antonowic, who questioned the amount of the calculated agio and currency exchange rates.

Ferdinand Engelhardt sends Arthur Forbes an account of the sale of Russia leather, informs him of the prices obtained, and confirms the booking of payments to Robert Forbes's account. He also assures him of his intention to collect outstanding debts and provides reassurance regarding Mr. Hanninger, who has arrived in Breslau in person.

Ferdinand Engelhardt refuses to lower the price of cloth sent to Jarosław and explains the lack of available shirting. He also informs about the sale of oxen brought from Ruthenia and transactions conducted with butchers in Nuremberg.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs Arthur Forbes about the dispatch of a wagon with goods from Breslau to Jarosław, including cloth, sheet metal, and paper, entrusted to the carter Adam Knapik. The sender provides a specification of the cargo weight and instructions regarding the payment of the remaining freight balance upon the safe arrival of the transport.

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.

Ferdinand Engelhardt informs about sending a shipment of cloth to Jarosław via carters Jan Oslik and Tomasz Kiełbika. He also requests the collection of an outstanding debt of 210 thalers from Andreas Boyd before releasing his bond.

A bill issued in Wrocław documenting the sale of 1,235 pairs of raw hides for a total sum of over 3,807 thalers. Half of the payment was settled in cash, while the other half was covered by the delivery of various textile and haberdashery goods.

Ferdinand Engelhardt confirms receipt of a letter with a debt note for 500 thalers and asks Arthur Forbes to forward correspondence and pay 50 thalers to Ensign Georg Albrecht von Deuendiger, stationed in Yampil. He advises a meticulous verification of the soldier's identity based on four attached questions before making the payment to avoid fraud.

Ferdinand Engelhardt sends Robert and Arthur Forbes a specification and bill for cloths and baize transported to Jarosław by the carter George Nicles. The amount due for the goods and their packaging totals over 687 thalers with a six-month payment term.

Thomas Cuming inquires Arthur Forbes about the ordered bales of Wrocław packing cloth and justifies the delay in returning money by the prolonged sale of goods. He also asks him to deliver a letter to Mr. Maitland and collect 1000 florins from him on his account.

Demeter Kostantinowitz announces his arrival at the Lviv fair and sends a detailed order for fabrics and lace. He also assures that the remaining payment will be settled upon his arrival.

Jan Krasiński apologizes to the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, for not saying goodbye in person due to illness, and expresses his gratitude for the care he received in Rome. He also asks for continued favor and to be recommended to his father upon the Voivode's return to the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Anna Leszczyńska sends her brother heartfelt wishes and reports on the war situation and the cancellation of her trip to Warsaw due to the approaching Swedish troops. She also touches upon the marriage plans of the Starosta of Warsaw and her anticipation of news about her husband.