Concerns developments and difficulties with campaign ordered by virrey. Campaign to discover entry points through which enemies reach and terrorize Spanish haciendas. Placing troops at these areas will provide better defense. Vaamonde relates Zacatecas and local bishop is ill. Mentions tithes to be transferred to Potosi as per resolution of 1779. Virrey says these are not legitimate reasons for delay. Includes letter by Rivera describing hostilities, theft in Labradores. Rivera verifies Indian entry points and asks Vaamonde to require Medina to maintain a small patrol. Virrey says informe regarding campaign should be directed to Ugarte. Vaamonde begins campaign but is taken ill due to Weather. Includes letters verifing illness. Virrey sends Nava to command troops during Vaamonde's absence. (M. Dannemiller, December 1988)