Military personnel and civilians are sworn to testify in response to questions on; how they heard of the French trespassing the Colorado River into Spanish territory; when they first heard of it; how much land they believe the French have occupied; and what outposts or presidios the French may have built on said land (ff. 163 - 171). Ratifications (ff. 171 - 180). Indian interpreter relates French trade activity with the Indians. Spaniards describe black slave mistreatment by the French and consider their potential to become loyal Spanish subjects. Junta de guerra y hacienda considers weight of testimonies and action to be taken, if any (ff. 208 - 215). French crown has paid multilingual spies planted, which the Spaniards condemn. (E. Wilson, December 1989)

Series of documents dealing with problems in administration of doctrinas in missions of Nuevo Reyno de Leon. Missions are under the directorate of fray Galindo who speaks Indian languages. Irregularities in missions administration are reviewed by visitador Religioso. Documents explain how important it is to indoctrinate Indians in area. Indians are said to be forthcoming in learning Spanish. (M. Marroquin, September 1989)

Concerns indexes of issues addressed to viceroy, dealing with efforts to terminate Indians idolatry, military personnel, salaries, appointments, etc. Document written by Canaveral describes Indian solution of Mescal and other herbs to carry out their rites. Series of autos on the celebration of rites by nimemigua papaneleoche yore pexec tacaguia tavargec pexicg criatura y Se ha empezado a alimentar de Leche materna, Vajo de tu proteccion la pongo para que Se crie Feliz, y preserve de dano, acuerdate de la Cienega de donde Vino esta agua). Testimonies from Indians are taken regarding their religious rites. Indians describe instances of their own idolatry when interrogated I.e. where they hide their idols. Native names of religious objects such as an ornamented pot which is called tallaopa and another one called tajachi are described. Indians are sworn and testify on their religious practices, giving names of their idols. (M. Marroquin, April 1989)

Series of documents dealing with the resettlement of peaceful Mescalero Apaches. Discussion of animosity between Mescaleros and Gilenos. Other letters deal with Ugarte's dissatisfaction with Ugalde's treatment of Mescaleros. Argues that Ugalde lies with respect to many matters concerning such Indians. Letter of February 16, 1788 discussion of Ugalde's threats to Indians; Ugarte complains that Ugalde can not be controlled. Letter of January 31, 1788 discussion of Ugalde's request that all peaceful Mescaleros move to Coahuila or he will move them by force; Mescaleros are upset and some Gilenos want them to revolt against Spaniards. Other letters report on good behavior of Mescaleros. (J. Tapia, September, 1987)

Letters concerning: banning use of any language but Spanish by Indians; report of number of inhabitants of presidios, missions, ranchos, including Indians, reference to attacks by 'indios fronterizos' who frequently attack ranchos, kill occupants; notification of receipt and posting of documents; discovery of mines; Bucareli's promotion to 'virreynato'; vacancy in governorship due to death of governor (letter dated 1-16-72). (L. Kerr, November 1988)

(S. Gibbs, August 1987)

Mendinueta reports deceptiveness of Apaches; warns peace is fragile. Mentions that he retains Apache prisoners in order to learn language so that negotiations can reestablish peace. Virrey expresses sympathy for Apache insults. Orders Mendinueta to hold prisoners only until they have restored what they have taken. Acknowledging fragility of peace, virrey entrusts Mendinueta with reestablishment of peace on grounds that Mendinueta is most familiar and qualified to stabilize relations. (S. Gibbs, July 1987)

Bucareli request information from O'Conor on new presidios and Indian wars; he provides a detailed report with particular information on eastern frontier; includes notes on hostile Indian groups; war customs of enemy; estimates of group size; mail service; problems of communication; Penal code for presidial criminals; formation of new militias; presidios construction; proposed presidial transfers; notes on Texas Indian groups of particular importance in regard to intertribal relations on south plains. (J. Williams, April 1987)

Ansa's second expedition to Monterey; notes; foundation of mission in San Francisco; explorations of Garces; possible commerce of Yumas with Hopis; feasibility of routes connecting Sonora to California and New Mexico to Sonora; difficulty of trail; crossing Colorado at Yuma with balsas, Canoa o Barco; relation of Yuma to other California Indians; descriptions of parts of route; of Tucson area; available pasturage; possible new presidio locations; possible effects on Apache wars; call for Yuma mission; negotiations with Palma; reports in Tucson and among Yumas of closeness of New Mexico and possible route westward to Sonora and California; proposal to guard roads with troop of dragoons; new presidio constructions; and other aspects of implementing royal regulation of 1772. (J. Williams, April 1987)

O'Conor diary includes detailed notes on: specific engagements; livestock recovered; enemy killed and captured; progress at new presidio sites; tropa veterana in expeditions; supply problems; orders given to field-force commanders; Indian settlements encountered; structures and fields discovered; Indian material culture; vegetation; terrain; daily activity of force; and use of scouts. O'Conor also provides tables of troop composition in campaign and lists of plunder recovered. Includes curious references to an Apache rancheria with a pequeno baluarte de adove, en el ojo de San Luis. (J. Williams, April 1987)