The lands and people of New Mexico are described, concentration is mainly on the province of teguijo. The area is placed in geographic relation to California, Texas, and Florida, and special mention is made of the fact that it is frequently confused with Quivira. The peoples are described, especially the Apaches, and the history of Spanish and French explorations into the area is given. (C. Briggs) (1975)

A catalog of pueblos and partidos in the 6 rectorados of Sonora and Sinaloa. Compiled by padre visitador Juan de Almonazir (S.J.). Listed are all the priests envolved and the dates when baptisms were performed in the pueblos. (R. Graham) (1979)

This document deals mainly with Texas Indians, and the establishment of a mission among them. Mentions the origin of the word Texas. (E. Klien) (1978)

Because of 6/19/1671 order prohibiting offensive war against Indians, as well as shortage soldiers (only 27 left) due to California expeditions, arguiz, captain-general Sinaloa- Sonora presidios, unable to take action against hostile Sumas, Chinarras, Julimes. Also unable to place presidio near Casas Grandes, which is outside his province, exposed to Indian attack. Notes stealing horse herd, burning houses, Casas Grandes last September. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

Page 34- to conde de Paredes ordering employment of Armada of Barlovento off coast of Florida to contain piracy. Page 80- to conde of Paredes ordering employment of Armada of Barlovento to remove pirates from Rautan Island. Page 130- to conde of Paredes, advises departure of pirate vessels from Europe and orders their destruction. Page 131- to corregidor de Veracruz, advises departure of pirate ships headed for Americas gives brief description of size, armament etc. Page 236- to corregidor de Veracruz, order against comercial activities with foreigners. Page 272- to conde Paredes requests report on possibility of opening contact with Quivira and tagago nations due to reported wealth in metals, second part orders expedition formed for exploring area as result of report by Vicente Gonzales on great potential of area. Gives brief description of area and location of Indian groups and travel routes. (J. Erbe) (1978)

Describes plans Sumas, allies Mansos from Patu, Chinarras, Janos, Jocomes, to gather 10 leagues from Casas Grandes, devastate area. States Alcalde mayor Casas Grandes captain Salazar planning to evacuate Pueblo unless help arrives, there by abandoning fertile Valley wheat, maize, more than 20,000 cattle. Claims such attack could destroy Opata nation, allies of Spaniards, Sonora itself. Notes Christian Sumas attempting to remain faithful to Spaniards but threatened by hostile Indians. Recommends offensive action against Indians, placement presidio Casas Grandes area. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

(E. Klien) (1978)

Jesuits discuss Franciscan attempt to missionize Tarahumaras along Rio Papigochic on pretext Conchos live there too, which Jesuits deny. Relates Indian unrest, dislike of Franciscans. Warns of potential uprising if Franciscans allowed to settle in area. States some Tepehuanes, similar to Jovas, live near Yepomera, but no Conchos. Considers Jovas, Tepehuanes the same. Describes geography, division Yepomera into mountain, River Barrios. (T. Sheridan) (1976)

In response to Indian petitions to send more fathers the governor of Nueva Vizcaya sends Nicolas Cano to investigate the need. Cano reports on on-going missionary activity and Pueblo populations and recommends that a minimum of 8 new padres be sent. (D. Deeds) (1977)

Lengthy description problems conversion Tarahumaras, including rustic lifestyle mountain Indians; resistance to christianity factions within pueblos of Papigochic, Guerucarichic; fondness for drinking bouts; Tarahumara machismo. Notes help Tarahumara governor Don Pablo, an old Christian. Describes Pueblo of Tutuaca, half-Tarahumara, half-tepehuan, and notes proximity to Sonora. Mentions efficacy rosary as defense against disease. (T. Sheridan) (1976)