Documents mention meeting called to discuss 23 years of Indian depredations in Chihuahua -- specifically, last 4 years of Apache murders, thefts, cruelties. Detailed account of Apache depredations (herd theft and killing, horse and Mule theft, murder of soldiers, attacks on Mule trains, tobacco and clothing theft) included from land and mine owners and merchants. Includes peso estimates of material losses and prose tabulation of dead and wounded. Mentions difficulty of fighting mounted Indians who wield guns and Shields and who have high endurance (notes Indian ability to run night and day sustained by trail food Pinole). Includes lengthy discussion of timing and quantity of military salaries throughout New Spain. (S. Gibbs, September 1989)

Concerns Bando giving news that the king of Spain has died; notice is given to the viceroy about lack of rain and bad food supplies because of drought; seeds are requested to feed the Indians of the missions; governor of Nuevo Santander ask permission to take care of some health problems (Dolor de estomago and hinchazon de Piernas); viceroy requests information on status of Salinas of Nuevo Santander; notice that Lorca died and is replaced by Munoz as governor. Notice of inspection of Ramo de Alcavalas is given to governor of Nuevo Santander. (M. Marroquin, November 1988)

F2: Listing (by year: 1753-1776) value and amounts of mercury mined; notes discovery of silver mines in southern Californias. Ossio writes to virrey regarding livestock he should receive. Sustain troops, sailors and Indians. (J. Hiller, November 1988)

Describes his visita, state of each mission, Villa; records Indians speaking Castillan, some industriously planting fields or cleaning churches, some who need to be taught how to work. mentions rations of corn, meat, tobacco; problems with water supply; baptism of Indians, giving Christian names. (A. Dean, July 1989)

Letters from Palacios to virrey marques de Croix commenting upon impoverished state of Indians in region who have not been baptized, educated and employed; Palacio recommends support and protection of Indians to develop skills as laborers; also discusses mines discovered in region, problems involved in mining process and separation of minerals. (L. Kerr, October 1988)

Two letters by Ugalde, one by Florez considering what to do with Apaches who under treaty have apparently agreed to reduccion. Discusses circumstances of other tribes in reduccion; how to arrange rations for Apaches, handle their customs (mentions several dances, solemn and celebratory. F.573 concerns Apaches being transported from Monclova to San Luis Potosi. F.582 mentions missionary efforts. (A. Dean, April 1990)

Three letters from Ugalde to Florez. First two discuss past situation with each band of Apaches; how he anticipates future of treaty, necessary military stance to ensure compliance. F.202 third letter Ugalde mentions personal friendship with Picax-Ande, how far he thinks he can trust Lipan's intentions. F.205 mentions treaty signed July 10, 1788 at Rio Puerco, stipulations, bands involved, aftermath. F.206 livestock, cigars, grain given to Picax-Ande for treaty; he then attends mass. Some physical description of Apaches camped at San Fernando. Ff.206-207 detailed description of ceremony Apaches perform in celebration, including war dance toward destruction of Comanches; further description occasionally through F.219. Periodic mention of rations given to Indians (apparently accompanying Spanish on March.) F.219 discusses reasons for baptism as told to Indians. Interesting, well-written, easily legible documents. (A. Dean, April 1990)

Viceroy grants two year licencia for Cancio to go to Spain. Inspections of Piquetes de dragones de Espana y Mexico and salary payments. Concerns Yaquis of Rio Fuerte remaining stationary and military personnel involved. Surgeon Gil's salary increase received during expedition to no longer be paid. Letter on revolt of Santa Lucia and role played by Rubalcava. (L. L. Woodward, August 1988)

Instructions to comandantes de puestos for treatment of Apaches de Paz in Nueva Vizcaya. Includes guidelines for granting peace; prevention of Indian hostilities; interest in learning Apache language; dispersal of food and clothing rations; requirement for passports for Indians traveling away from posts; Indian agriculture. (D. Uhlman, June 1988)