(R. Davis) (1977)

Report to king by new governor of Nueva Vizcaya narrating political economic and religious conditions in province. (R. Davis) (!977)

Unable to conduct formal investigation, but states only reason unrest from 1735-40, mistreatment Yaquis by missionaries Gonzalez, Napoli. Granted permission to Muni, Bernabe to plead Yaqui case before viceroy. In 1738. When leaders failed to return after 1 1/2 years, Napoli told relatives 2 men hanged Mexico City, sold church valuables Rahum, Potam. Also states another cause rebellion severe floods Rios Mayo, Yaqui, which washed away land as well as crops, causing much hunger. Claims fr. Estrada didn't want Spaniards living near his Indian pueblos, so he incited to burn Spaniards corrals, etc. Describes widespread missionary opposition to civil authority. Discusses Sinaloa-Sonora supply line to ysla de California by boat across Gulf. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

Recapitulates Velaunzaran's consulta (7/3/1740) to viceroy cincerning state Nueva Vizcaya. Summarizes attempts to organize relief expedition to Sinaloa. Mentions one reason for Yaqui-Mayo rebellion rumor Indian leaders Muni, Bernabe, Temea, others killed on visit to Mexico City. States these leaders sent back to Sinaloa-Sonora to help quell revolt; given titles captain, Alferez, Yaqui nation by Audiencia Guadalajara. Notes arrived in Nueva Vizcaya, wheat will be harvested, easing food shortages. Recommends that all possible aid be sent Huidobro from Nueva Vizcaya. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

Discusses rigorous drought 1739-40 responsible for poor pasturage, widespread food shortages, abandonment haciendas/ mines throughout Nueva Vizcaya. Notifies viceroy Anza's death at hands Apaches, campaign against Apaches launched by Carpio from Janos, resulting in 13 dead, 14 captured. Discusses Yaqui-Mayo-Pima Bajo rebellion Sinaloa; says relief from Nueva Vizcaya delayed because of food shortages, dry springs caused by drought. Describes efforts to organize relief expedition among vecinos, soldiers, Indians, including Nortenos, Sibolas, Tarahumaras. Notes rebellion, retirement to mountain rancherias 3 pueblos Tarahumaras Partido Papigochic because of disagreements with their missionary, attempts to quell unrest thru peaceful means because of fear rest of matters concerning supplies for relief expedition. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

Alamos citizens plead for help from Nueva Vizcaya. Note inadequacy military forces Sinaloa. Mention again general lack provisions in province as cause rebellion, as well as innate inclination Indians to rob, pillage. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

Concerning the founding of the presidio Sacramento. Discusses- agricultural potential of the proposed site, its ability to support a mission, its location in terms of communication with other presidios and a deterrent to enemy communication, and its closeness to reportedly rich Mineral deposits. (R. Perez) (1977)

Narrative originally accompaning six maps. Describes, for all provinces of the Provincias Internas, the following- latitude and longitude coordinates of boundary; climate; agricultural production; Flora; fauna; native groups listed (with brief ethnographic comments such as house structure). (R. Perez) (1977)

Testimony on missionary activity in California. Includes includes a letter from Picolo in it and other testimony that gives insight into early entradas, role in pacific commerce, mission economics, (funding pearl fishing), lack of finances, agriculture, the military, the population, customs. Focuses on Cochimis (Laymora nation) and Mescluets around Loreto. Some detail on Indian life. (J. Grusin) (1976)

The bishops evaluation of what he feels is the problems of reducing the Indians. He remarks on consequences of the instability, especially failure to develop the economy. Remarks on potential of region and military situation. Sees some progress due to increased military presence. Suggests reforms. (J. Grusin) (1976)