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The writer addresses a high-ranking woman, discusses a matter requiring further action, and mentions a sum or account; the reading of details is uncertain. The closing dateline gives 20 December 1685.

A German-language letter to an unidentified recipient. The partly legible text repeats the words “Mühle” and “Müller” and may refer to an account or payment. The details and date cannot be established. The wrapper indicates Jaroslaw.

The writer addresses the Lviv councillors and discusses a matter connected with transport and the city’s rights; parts of the manuscript are difficult to read. The inventory card attributes the letter to Stanisław Tomaszewski, but the signature does not provide a certain confirmation. The letter’s own dateline gives Brody, 28 December 1620.

A German-language letter whose closing gives the date “Anno 1628 November die 13”. Only isolated passages are legible; the sender, recipient, and place of writing have not been established.

A German-language merchant’s letter from Naumburg to Arthur Forbes. It concerns financial matters and refers to amounts and accounts; the accounting details cannot be reconstructed with confidence. The inventory card attributes the letter to Paweł Korfinius. The letter’s own dateline gives 4 February 1694.

The writer addresses the English letter to merchant Arthur Forbes in Lviv. The surviving text mentions a received message, an amount in pounds, and a payment involving Lviv, but details are partly illegible. The letter is dated 23 June 1692; the place in the heading is uncertain.

A partially legible English letter to the merchant Arthur Forbes in Lviv/Lemberg, dated 31 December 1687. Numbered account leaves accompany the correspondence; transaction details and the sender remain uncertain.

David Livingston informs the merchant Arthur Forbes in Mostyska about delivering tribunal summonses to the advocate Cimanowicz in Przemyśl, dispatching a court apparitor to the defendant, and the incurred castle court and messenger expenses.

A young Scottish merchant or clerk, John Livingston, staying in Kraków, writes to the merchant Arthur Forbes in Lviv, humbly apologizing for wasted time and lack of progress in his studies or work, and solemnly promising improvement and faithful service.

Grand Marshal of the Crown Stanisław Herakliusz Lubomirski calls upon the authorities of Lwów to execute a verdict of the Marshal's Court in favor of Mr. Tołkacz. He orders the return of the confiscated property to the victim and demands that the merchants provide due satisfaction.

Friderich Johann Maydell thanks the merchant Arthur Forbes for the arrangements made with his son and informs him that he has instructed his proxy to pay the capital due. He also addresses the issue of annual interest and requests that funds expected from Wrocław be settled via a bill of exchange.

Jakub Murray, regretting his abandonment of trade for ruinous military service, asks Arthur Forbes to intercede with his brother-in-law French and Mr. Franklen. He hopes for support that will allow him to return to his former occupation, earn his bread, and pay off his creditors.

J. Maitland informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about the availability of fabrics, tapestries, and horses before the upcoming fair in Jarosław, as well as the gathering of the nobility for the sejmik. He also reports on the delivery of correspondence to Mr. Husz and sends greetings to the Voivodess.

Franciszek Mainone intervenes with the Lwów magistrate against the curators of the estate of the late Maciej Franchi, accusing them of bias in favor of Doctor Franchi and of harming the widowed daughter and the creditors. He demands the transfer of the estate to his son-in-law as the legal guardian and the release of commission goods belonging to the Dresden jeweler Weyser.

Mikołaj Michalewicz informs Jan Aknif about the dispatch of one thousand thalers and requests their collection. He also announces a final settlement of the remaining sum during the upcoming fair in Jarosław.

Krzysztof Minasowicz informs Arthur Forbes that his nephew has been sent with the due one thousand zlotys and the debt of Dawid Krauze to the fair in Toruń. He apologizes for missing the payment deadline in Gdańsk due to the lack of a secure opportunity and thanks him for his patience.

Dymitr Morgan sends Artur Forbes samples of materials and requests the import of specific types of cloth in various colors, including dark crimson, flesh-colored, and purple. The letter concludes with greetings and wishes for good health.

Józef Mordoszowicz informs Artur Forbes about the possibility of collecting a debt from Jewish merchants from Leszno and about the serious illness of one of them, Moszko. He presents the difficulties with repayments and trade in goods, and asks for urgent forwarding of commercial correspondence to Jarosław and Leszno.

August Fryderyk Moszyński denies rumors that Prussian officers are conducting recruitment in Lwów, explaining that his two trusted men are operating there to seek volunteers for his service. The author asks the addressee not to hinder them and to provide support if necessary.

Stanisław Nuszczyński complains to the Lwów authorities about Jews from the jurisdiction of the Crown Standard-Bearer's wife, who, due to alleged claims to his wife's property, unlawfully seized his horses, sleds, and oats from the market. The author requests official intervention, a formal protest against the violence, or the seizure of the perpetrators' receivables to force them to pursue legal action.

Grand Chancellor of the Crown Jerzy Ossoliński intercedes with the authorities of Lwów on behalf of the royal postmaster Robert Bandinelli regarding an ongoing property dispute. He appeals for an amicable and fair resolution of the conflict with the city, without resorting to burdensome legal procedures.

Andrzej Pawłowski reports to the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki on conversations with servants and craftsmen, including attempts to persuade Szymon to return to service. He also reports on furs purchased by Mr. Łukasz and asks for the mother to be provided for in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Halych merchant Simon Pajk informs Arthur Forbes about being ruined by a Tatar raid and asks for patience regarding the repayment of his debt. He assures him that despite the constant looting by the horde, he will make every effort to pay off his debt as soon as possible.

Alexander Pait informs the Lviv merchant Arthur Forbes about sending two money orders totaling 963 florins, as instructed by James Carmichael. He also requests the recipient to carry out Carmichael's further instructions upon receipt of the shipments.

John Paton apologizes to the Lviv merchant Arthur Forbes for the delay in repaying money, explaining the lack of good currency and the fact that he had sent his available funds to Toruń. He asks for patience until the next fair, promising to settle the debt and appealing to the recipient not to blame Mr. Murray for the situation.

News about six bundles of scythes deposited by carters and the fees charged for each bundle. The author awaits further instructions. The number 15 is legible, but its unit and exact role in the settlement remain uncertain.

Wojciech Portens urges the Lviv scribe Wojciech Zimnicki to settle the payment for five barrels of wine sent a year ago. He reminds him that the transport risk rested with the recipient, while declaring his readiness to participate in the costs of seeking compensation for the damage incurred.