Correspondence mentioning Aguero as judicial representative to act against individuals who are to be punished by Pena de Obraje. Detailed description of Lascano's behavior and his exile from los Olivos. Mention of Vagabonds to be used for Cuellar's expediton and mention of conflict between Cuellar and Aguero regarding Cuellar's honor. Letter regarding Cuellar's petition for money promised by Durango for expedition. Discussion of defective artillery which delays expediton. Mention of Galvez' transference to Cuellar's military company and of salary that he must receive. Discussion of Aguero's dismissal of mayor of Batopilas, and various documents concerning appointment of Larreguera as temporary mayor, also mention of wood and brick for church in town of Satevo. (M. Vasquez, June, 1988)

Documents concerning different matters related to expedition distributed among inhabitants of Nuevas poblaciones to be established in frontiers;mention of Propios and arbitrios (ways and means) of Chihuahua; mention of Vagabonds to be used as soldiers; mention of thanks given for donations for war and of volunteers for this war, also documents predicting cost of such war for one year; mention of auxiliary Indians. (M. Vasquez, June 1988)

Gallardo comments on conflicting ideas of Mendoza and Carta; makes references to Valle de San Buenaventura Yaquis; recommendations of Tamaron; administration of Mendoza as governor; limitations of acculturation in province; lack of missionary schools; defends Mendoza; problems of governing and bringing justice to extensive lands included in Nueva Vizcaya and Sonora; continuation of wandering habits of Indians there; notes his earlier report on el mejor regimen de las Missiones y pueblos de indios. letter provides valuable insights into church/state conflict on frontier (fight over rule of missions de pan or de palo). (J. Williams, may 1987) may 1987)

Gallardo describes problems relating to Yaquis in Valle de San Buenaventura and other military/administrative concerns of province; reflects on bishop Tamaron's letter on similar topics; notes importance, aptitude of Yaquis for mining (whom he praises); describes original settlements of Yaquis; their farming; climate of their lands; seasonal interest in work; he praises their industrious efforts; he stresses Spain should be fair to this important ethnic minority; comments on extreme acculturation of Yaquis; their knowledge of Spanish; his earlier visit to their country; possible new missions on Colorado and Gila; economic woes of mining industry produced by lack of operators; much on Indian labor in province; contrasts patterns of Indian labor used in Provincias Internas with other regions of empire; proposes that certain aspects of other regional policies be adopted. (J. Williams, may 1987) adopted. (J. Williams, may 1987)

Cuevas requests that his son Luis be accepted as poblador or soldado in Nueva California to correct his immoral ways; he is sent there, remaining until 1803 when his Father requests his return to San Blas; son never became poblador or soldado (considered unfit for post), but remained a tailor; Father is billed for son's Passage home which at first he refuses to pay. (D. J. McClelland, may 1988)

Discusses state of Sonoran missions, describing Former abuses of Jesuits, stating that, los pueblos de las missions... Estan formados y dispuestos contra toda politica racional, y sociedad civil. notes Indian hostilities, especially severe in upper San Miguel, Sonora drainages. Claims hostilities responsible for depopulation of prosperous mining community of Saracache north of Cucurpe. Discusses abuses of Indian land by Spaniards and their livestock, stating that Indian in Cucurpe who beat animal eating his crops sentenced to 50 lashes. Notes spread of disease (viruelas, Sarampion) to gentile Indians of Rios Gila and Colorado. Discusses Garces' entradas to Rio Colorado. Proposes plans for new Indian reducciones, arguing that communal labor must be enforced and Indians must not be allowed to live without guidance of civil-religious authorities. Discusses problem of vagabond gente de Razon, arguing that they should be forced to settle down. (T. Sheridan) (1979)

Report with testimony of activities in Gran Nayarit. Remarks verify that viceroy continued activities in the region and give some insight into early Spanish contacts, military conditions and pacification, problems with Vagabonds, conversions. (J. Grusin) (1976)

While thanking the king for permitting him to retire, Albuquerque reports conditions in the reign. Contains material on geographical description, administrative organization, political conditions, Vagabonds commerce, missions, defense works, the church, military situation. Also, suggestions for reform. (J. Grusin) (1976)

Remarks on the problems of Vagabonds who are criminals. The viceroy is taking steps to combat it and reports to the king. The viceroy is forcing them into garrison duty. Includes testimony on the problem. (J. Grusin) (1976)