Comprobante 1 comprises letters from Fuentes (Capellan of Valle del Pilon) to Vaamonde complaining about the corruption of Pariente for bribery, misappropriation of funds, etc. Comprobante 2, vecinos from Valle de la Mota ask the governor to be separated from Valle del Pilon (5 Leguas) and suggest the limits of the new jurisdiction. Vaamonde concedes the petition, designating the new teniente de justicia, Fernandez, who in turn denounces (comprobante 3) that Pariente used the Milicianos to impede him in assuming his post. Comprobante 4 and 5 are reports emphasizing the honesty and justice with which Vaamonde has performed his duties. (A.nielsen, September 1989)

Anonymous vecinos of Monterrey complain about the behavior of Vaamonde (E.g. Overtaxation, violation of provision de juegos de naipes, bribery, arbitrary division of jurisdiction). The viceroy asks him to present evidence in his favour. (A. Nielsen, September 1989)

Includes several 'comprobantes' of 'autos' in which witnesses testify about accepting bribes (cohechos) or tell of others who have accepted bribes from Vaamonde; first 'comprobante' deals with allegations that Ugalde's company so in need of mules in 1792, due to drought, that Vaamonde traded 'tenientazgo' for thirty Head; second deals with allegations that Vaamonde bribed judge in case dealing with man who cut another's hand; in lengthy, detailed rebuttal (30 folios), Vaamonde responds to each of 17 charges of malfeasance, arguing that some actions misinterpreted, most allegations without justification. No final decision on Vaamonde's fate given. (L. Kerr, June 1989)

Series of documents dealing with the home arrest of Alferez Dufay. He argues that personal discrepancies with high ranking military assistance to the comander of Nuevo Reyno de Leon, are the causes the unfair treatment he receives. This documents is full of details envolving possible reasons why Dufay deserved to be arrested, I. E. Disorganized corn distribution to Indians in San Cristobal mission and bad aministration of resources and supplies. Dufay smuggled letters to the governor explaining contradictions with military official. (M. Marroquin, August 1989)

Concerns Series of documents dealing with confiscation of property from deceased governor of Nuevo Reyno de Leon. Money was given to him for administrative purposes. Wife of deceased governor petitioned not to be deprived of personal items. List of soldiers from presidios to be assisted with stolen money given. Money was provided, among other things, for administration of la Renta del tabaco. (M. Marroquin, August 1989)

Chaplain complains that governor Mier doesn't behave properly when treating local inhabitants and ask the viceroy to remove him. Cedula issued for Vaamonde, governor of N. R. de Leon. (M. Marroquin, August 1989)

Series of testimonies explaining details of what kind of abuses were committed by Alcalde Baez, who forced hacendados to pay, each, one soldier for defense of real de Vallecillos. Hacendados complain that Baez took animals and money from them to benefit himself. Testimonies are taken from people who were affected by abusive behavior from Alcalde Baez. Document explain context of events arguing that all was to protect haciendas and dwellers from Indians who used Vallecillos as a port of entry. (M. Marroquin, August 1989)

Concerns hindrances in establishment of postal services between Monterrey and San Luis Potosi due to lack of protection from Indians attacks along the route, bad communications and employees not being payed. (K. Hubin, August 1989)

Concerns hindrances in establishment of postal service between Monterrey and San Luis Potosi due to the Coronel of the legion of San Carlos refusing to give troop aid for protection along the postal route; also concerns postal administrative problems in Saltillo. (K. Hubin, August 1989)

Letter from Survier to viceroy Revilla Gigedo indicting most of his acquaintances in government of Nuevo Santander for their indolence, sophism, hypocrisy, tyrrany, greed, lack of integrity, and general stupidity. Written with caustic wit, considerable intelligence, literary style, and flawless handwriting. Footnoted digressions make up one-third of document. Mentions Antonio Fabian de Puga's murder of five non-hostile Indians (discussed in ff. 0107-0115, exp. 23 of this volume). (A. Dean, February 1989)