Collection of short documents sent to the fiscal de la real hacienda concerning Vaamonde prior to his designation as Sayula when he was Alcalde mayor of this jurisdiction; approval of the designation of military officials proposed by him; and the investigation of his economic situation and debts with the real hacienda. (A. Nielsen, October 1989)

Concerns issue of whether or not to secularize 'curato' of Hoyos following death of fray Diaz Cardena; governor wants authority to select 'curas' and decide number necessary; Obispo argues that such authority lies with Franciscans, informs governor, others, of need for at least 3 'curas' in 'curato' because Indians leaving area, returning to Sierras, and that distance between Ranchos, haciendas great. Both parties cite extensively historical legal decisions (cedulas, Leyes) which support own Side of argument. (L. Kerr, June 1989)

Includes 3 expedientes, numeros 30-32, first two somewhat related. Numero 30 includes copies of letters describing Munoz's military service history, letter in which Munoz appointed interim governor of Nuevo Santander, succeeding Vidal. 31 includes anonymous letter from 'vecinos de Nuevo Santander' in which they accuse Vidal of stealing ruthlessly from them; authors beseech virrey to arrest Vidal, reimburse them for money, goods stolen over years; fiscales evaluate claims, but that without known accusers and more specific charges, unable to prosecute. In 32, 3 Pison Indians request assistance in returning to mission after traveling to Mexico City to 'reclamar sobre Tierras de que Les ha desposeido.' (L. Kerr, June 1989)

Includes 4 expedientes, 15-18; 17 and 18 related. Numero 15 concerns battle between Piquete of soldiers and Camotero Indians; soldiers attempt to capture Camoteros, who resist with bow and arrow, killing 2 horses and a soldier; soldiers kill 2 Indians; find 2 Canoas, which governor decides they should keep, as soldiers need to cross River often; fiscal reminds governor that one-quarter of value of confiscated goods owed; governor responds saying Canoas do not appear Indian-made, besides are not serviceable, believes they are from shipwrecked 'san Judas Fadeo', wine and aguardiente also found, but governor argues it is weak and of little value. In 16, Bocio, widow of late governor, requests monthly pension of 20 reales; matter discussed among fiscales, approved. Numero 17 includes accounts of expenditures incurred while transporting Collera of Meco Indians to Mexico City; money from various sources; terms of some money lent discussed among fiscales. In 18, Lasaga notes that expenditures approved originally by predecessor, but that he too will approve them. (L. Kerr, June 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)

Documents concern the death of the conde de Sierra Gorda. Gives lengthy biography of his services to the crown, of his settling and establishing of villages and repelling Indians attacks. A detailed account of his early military career in Querataro is given. His various promotions and especially of his successful campaigns against the Indians. A good account is given of his establishing of numerous towns and missions and of his pacification of the Indians and of their conversion to catholicism. Conde de Sierra Gorde decorated with the titulo de Castillo, thus freeing him of payment of Media Annata. Account of 1742 battle with English nation and of their attack on Veracruz. Later documents concern charges brought against him by citizens of his province for his over-aggressive style. royal commission sent to investigate. Conde de Sierra Dies before case completed. His son's role in defending his deceased Father against the charges. Commission's finding of no substance to charges. Additional letters concern the request that the governorship become a hereditary post and that the deceased's son, Manuel, shall be named as governor. His son's biography is extensively listed-military campaigns, settlement of towns, and pacification of Indians. A further request is made that assistance be given to the entire family. Names of family members given and their newly-granted offices and titles listed. Governorship granted to Manuel. Throughout the volume are good descriptions of founding of towns and resulting battle with the Indians. Folios 145-149 are especially strong in describing la Campana en Tamaulipas, including number of deaths, injured and prisoners taken. Also detailed are Indian banditry and the attempt to convert them through education and the missions. (P. Lenz, September 1989)

Documents concern the king's request (his original petition provided) that Melchor Vidal de Lorca assume the vacant governorship of Nuevo Reyno de Leon and that he is required to pay the Media Annata within one year of taking office. Previous decrees are cited (of 1718 and 1727) that govern regulations and payment of the Media Annata. Civil finances are discussed at length, especially that of the Media Annata. folio 106 is particularly strong - it gives a breakdown of charges and payments required. Other folios deal with Vidal de Lorca's contention that he should be exempted from the Media Annata and the replies he receives which give the laws regulating the Media Annata. (P. Lenz, September 1989)

Concerns Munoz de Herrera leaving office of gobernador due to disagreement with government intentions under Lorca y Villena. (K. Hubin, November 1989)

Concerns passing of title governador del Nuevo Reino de leon from Lorca y Villena to Gonzalez de Santianes and delay due to serious illness of latter; Lorca y Villena must stay in office another 5-6 months until Gonzalez recuperates; includes statements by doctors testifying to seriousness of his illness; also contains reales Ordenes as to responsibilities of office of gobernador. (K. Hubin, November 1989)

Concerns appointment of Castro as governor of Provincias Internas de oriente. Castro petitions permit to travel and take care of personal business. Index of letters about civil and military administration, indexes contain brief descriptions of duties carried out in Provincias Internas de oriente, I.e. licences, campaigns, appointments, Indian affairs, military supplies, horse stealing, travels etc. (M. Marroquin, March 1989)