Letters and petitions to governor to stop mistreatment, murder and theft of Indians and properties of Mayos, Jaquis by captain and soldiers of presidio of Sinaloa. Letter by fray Antonio Menendez about theft of church goods by captain of presidio of Sinaloa and mistreatment of such missionary by Diego de Quiroz. Demotion of capitan to sargento mayor. (A. Dell'acqua, March 1987)

States Indians along Rios Yaqui, Mayo, Fuerte, Sinaloa quiet, peaceful. Mentions Pima theft livestock Francisco de Valenzuela, death one man, but advised Quiroz to do nothing, allowing Yaquis' ancient enmity for Pimas to restore livestock, punish delinquentes. (T. Sheridan, berkeley, 1976)

Investigating rumor Indian unrest, led expedition more than 20 arcabuseros to Yaqui pueblos, but unable to enter because River to high (7/26/1689). States all Yaqui pueblos peaceful. With help Yaqui captain general Juan Andres, organized 400 Indians to pursue Gentiles who stole captain Bega's livestock, killed two muleskinners, but expedition delayed because of presence pirate (Cosario) in mouth Yaqui River. States Yaquis harvested much maize this year, selling large quantities to miners. Believes theft/killing cattle blamed on Yaquis work of some thieves. Describes Yaqui houses, churches of Adobe as sumptuous. Mentions Estancia de Agua Caliente, 12-14 leagues from Yaqui pueblos, as having much grando mayor. States other pueblos territory peaceful as well. says he knows nothing Rio Mayo, Tegueco settlements. (T. Sheridan, berkeley, 1976) Blas de/arguellas, Tomas de (capitan)/Andres, Juan (capitan general) (Yaqui)

Notes reception conflicting orders from Pardinas Villar, presidente Guadalajara Audiencia, concerning Sinaloa presidial garrison. Unable to send 30 soldiers ordered by Pardinas to Sonora because of danger piracy Sinaloa, robberies livestock committed by Indians Sinaloa rivers hiding in mountains. States Sinaloa forces needed reduction Indians that province; too far from Sonora to be of assistance. Discusses Pima attack on Cuquiarachi, assistance rendered by Sinaloa detachment. (T. Sheridan, berkeley, 1976)

Conclusions of junta general concerning investigation of possible French settlements in Tejas; appearance and disposition of Felipe Mendoza, and supplies for Coahuilan missions. Also court document dated September 16, 1699 ordering that Felipe de Mendoza be sent to the presidio of Pensacola as punishment for stealing livestock. (J. H. Ochs, April, 1987)

Letter from fray Olivares to governor of Coahuila relating events at new mission of San Francisco Solano. Mentioned are problems with indigenous population and theft of livestock from mission.

Cancio on assuming office of gobernador discusses topics presidios, particularly Sacramento and Bejar; discovery of new mines, San Jose de la Sierra Madre, near Santa Rosa presidio most productive; Lucas y Laraga appointed administrator of mines, discussion of economic, defense and technological problems of silver mining, including long section on drainage; Mescalero attacks and theft of livestock; F. 242, letter from Ximenez to Cancio describing Apache attack on San Sava and thanking him for defense of missionaries and Indians; ff. 249-251, detailed lists of food, supplies, equipment, clothing received as emergency aid to presidio families and soldiers; office of governor turned over to Ortiz Parrilla. (J. M. Johnson, January 1987)

New gobernador Cancio reports to virrey. Principal topics killing of soldiers at San Sava; status of equipment, training of military under his command; peace treaty between Spain, Austria and England; junta de guerra defends against Apache attacks; visitas and discussion of dictamenes; taxes Alcabala; Giraud and Barrios report on bad state of preparation of soldiers; Piquetes, small band of selected soldiers sent to San Sava to aid defense; new discovery of Potreros mine; Indian deserters sent back to Monclova; corruption in Texas; salaries for presidio officials; Cancio's poor health, requests recovery time in Mexico; concern for safety of civilian population; Ravago scandal and actions taken by Bustillos y Cevallos. (J. M. Johnson, January 1987)

Series of letters from Garza Falcon concerning various presidial matters in region, including Texas. Discusses number of troops at different presidios, troubles with Indians (theft, murder), and efforts to punish Indians and defend against them. Oca put in charge of San Sabas. Garza requests that soldiers sent to Bexar be returned to San Sabas to help in defense against Indians. Inventory of supplies and official papers at Sa Sabas. Statement by Oca on affairs at San Sabas. (S. Fiederlein, 4-24-87)

Discusses construction of fortifications, defense against Indians, activities of various Indian groups, and specific conflicts with Indians. Detailed Indian fighting tactics and weapons. Draft responses from viceroy intermingled with Oca's letters. Oca discusses presence of soldiers at Bexar presidio that need to be returned to San Fernando Villa. (S. Fiederlein, 4-24-87)