Notes the constant Apache depredation in the area due to the fact that they come into the nearby valleys and Vegas in order to hunt and gather Mezcal. (R. Perez) (1977)

Responding to Galvez plan to exterminate enemy Seris and Pimas along the Rio Grande and the seacoast, Anza notes that with the recommended expenditure of 200,000 pesos they could augment presidio troops, supply them with better arms and munitions, and thus effectively control the Cerro Prieto, now used as a Haven by the enemies. Noting that the vecinos of Sonora can't be expected to raise much money, due to their small number, he reminds Pineda of the missions' generosity. (R. Perez) (1977)

Expedition to find the most favorable corridor through the Sierra Florida. Encountered 100 enemies (Apaches) with their families; entered into battle, wounding many. Caught another group with an infinite harvest of Mescal, they attacked, killing one Apache. Expedition hit by grave epidemic. During that time, Apaches raided San Xavier, stealing all 300 Head of livestock. (R. Perez) (1977)

Glandorf relates the highlights of his 30 years among the Tarahumara. The letter was written in latin, he'd forgotten German. Recounts various miracles; and infestation of his dwelling by evil spirits, which he exorcized. Tells of the Pima revolt, and that he has many of the defeated rebels at his mission. (R. Perez) (1977)

Gives information for interval 1716-1720. Gives- number of reducidos (blaming small amount of lack of aid from the military), deaths, marriages and baptisms. Reports many deaths at Sibotha from violent vomiting. (R. Perez) (1977)

Nominations and confirmations of those elected to the offices of Regidor, mayordomo, Escribano and Aguazil mayor. (R. Perez) (1977)

A petition (presumably to the governor of the province) signed by eight immigrants from the canary islands who have been brought to San Antonio to settle, which requests that their assigned settlement site be changed due to Indian hostilities. (R. Perez) (1977)

Physical description of immigrants; inventory of possessions (incl. Agricultural implements); field notes of the journey; description of destination; land allocations. (R. Perez) (1977)

Series of documents concerning the emigration of 10 families from the canary islands to San Antonio, Texas. Includes- list of families with ages; petition to expedite travel due to illness; inventory of expenses incurred; instructions for their care; diligencias concerning their travel route. (R. Perez) (1977)