Seris called menos Mala, y la que Mas ha sido castigada of all rebels. 114 Seris killed, captured since June of 1768. Many Seris asking for peace. Notes surrender, pardon of capitan Crisanto. Crisanto states many Seris wish to make peace but are so dispersed it is difficult to get them together. Seris tired of life of constant danger, afraid of Spanish troops since attack on Palma canyon. Marcos described as el principal leader of Seris. Elizondo argues that although it would be best to exterminate rebels, their tactic of dispersing into small groups make such a task virtually impossible. States if Seris had been treated justly in first place, they may not have rebelled. Claims they were enslaved by los expulsos (Jesuits) and had most reason of all rebels to rebel. Notes that since Seris first to rebel, they're blamed for hostilities committed by other rebels. States Seris menos ynumana, y la que menos y mbasions ha hecho en la Provincia de ostimury. Notes that reduced Seris can be used as guides against Suaquis and Pimas. (T. Sheridan) (1980)

Letters between Castro and virrey concerning situation of Indians in provincias; Castro informs virrey of Indian attack on Nuevo Reyno de Leon; Nava informs Castro that it is impossible to send him 400 soldiers; Castro describes to virrey strategies he may follow in war against Indians; virrey summarizes circumstances that resulted in Castro's present complicated position; virrey ends with maxima del articulo 29 que asegura nos sera Mas fructuosa Una Mala Paz con todas las naciones que la soliciten, que los esfuerzos de Una Buena guerra. (D. Bautista, April 1990)

Reports of moco raids around Nuevo Santander. Primera compania and civilian Posse go after Indians in Sierra de Tamaulipa, kill most they find, but take one woman and one child in chaingang. Justicia de Aguayo attacks ranch of friendly Chichimecos, killing most, imprisoning some; results in uprising of 300 peaceful Indians in reduccion at Croix, who kill 4 citizens of Croix then raid Santillana. Virrey condemns action as stupid, endangering peace treaties with most other tribes. Suggests total campaign by all milicias of province, as military alone can not fight so many. (A. Dean, Jul 1990)

Virrey informs Loyola of Serna's plans to decrease Indian hostilities by establishing two missions under colegio Apostolico de San Francisco de pachuca. Virrey wants additional information on mission plans; leaves decision to Loyola, who protests he is to close to licesor to judge such proposals. Serna is suspended from his company. Serna asks Revilla Gigedo for help from segunda compania against Indians, promises results within year. Serna wants to build missions, have them run by convent of San Diego de Pachuca; to prevent rebellion of converts they should be allowed to remain in traditional dwelling places, integration of trabajo corporal into their daily lives should proceed slowly, their material possessions should not be taken. Serna assesses Tamaulipa area as rich prospect for Mineral resources, livestock, year-round agriculture near coast, fishing. (O. Velez, March 1990)

Concerns appointment of additional surgeon for troops of Nuevo Santander and Nuevo Reino de Leon due to their constant state of war with Indians in region; contains recommendation of Morales for position, includes duties and annual salary of surgeon; contains list of soldiers wounded in region and descriptions of wounds. (K. Hubin, April, 1990)

Concerns Leal's declarations to Armada about Leal's actions during chase after rebeldes in Moya following attack. Contains details of chase; appears that there were Indians in Moya who incited others outside village to attack. Documentation is going to Brilante, who will take appropriate action. Leal is commended for his actions, is recommended for silver cross; still acknowledged that he did not carry out other orders. (O. Velez, January 1990)

Salcedo writes to virrey regarding relations with U.s. government and border dispute, also problems with mail being de artilleria and ingenieros that were supposed to be sent to woman prisoner of war; request from Garcia to retire to his home in Santander; letter from Josefa Saldierma to Gutierrez with novedades regarding her health; Gutierrez receives and sends other letters regarding desire to work in capital and be at home with sick wife, as well as avoiding risk of life and limb in region where Insurgentes still dominate; all correspondence revolves around Hidalgo's uprising and U.s. border dispute with Spain. (D. J. McClelland, July 1989)

Letter describing Apache raid on Cienega. Son of Quegocga captured. Mention of war in Chiricahua mountains, Chiricahua troop and fugitives camped at Bacoachi. All of Aysose's followers in reduccion at Bacoachi, also Neya and 25 of his tribe (apparently submitted to this to be reunited with his Brother, captive elsewhere). Pozo imprisoned for trying to rally Chiricahua converts against Spaniards. Mention of Tarahumara delinquents imprisoned in Durango. 100 Tarahumaras in Sonora detachment commanded by Marrufo. Mention of intent to form corps of military, citizens, Indians of pueblos, Gentiles toward effort to destroy Gilenos. (A. Dean, March 1989)

Series of very repetitive transcripts of interrogations of Anglo-Americanos captured in several parts of Texas. Many confess to trading cloth, beads, dyes, and other trinkets with Indians for horses. Others hunting for bison under contract from Cook. Spanish interrogators especially interested in information concerning General Long, who is suspected of planning attack on Spanish territories from Louisiana. All captives, which include several Negro slaves, deny any connection with Long or rebel activities in Texas. Questions and responses nearly identical for all prisoners. (A. Tukey, October 1988)

Series of documents concerning the discovery of two Indian nations. Series of autos interrogating 15 military persons on the exploration of the Anays and Caddudachos area. Gobernador Theran wants an explanation of the retreat of the troops from a battle with the Anays. He also seeks to know if the missions can be continued with the religious and the possibility of reducing the Indians. All answers suggest the Anays are dangerous and the Caddudachos are friendly. (D. Bautista, July 1990)