(See preceding folios for introduction to issue discussed in this precis.) Cazorla appointed interim governor of Coahuila, replacing Fueros, but Dies before installed; Gutierrez sought as alternate replacement, since unable to enter office immediately Fernandez appointed meantime to fulfill duties; includes collection of 'autos,' from Indians taken prisoner by Fueros' men, and 'autos' and letters from various residents and officials of province regarding state of province, general behavior of Fueros; reviews both favorable and not. (See sequence 3 for continuation of Saga.) (L. Kerr, February 1989)

Concerns relocation of Indians who do not adapt. Many Indians keep returning to hills. Galvez wanted to make an example of one Indian. He was convinced by priest to have a sermon on the advantages of missions and threat of punishment. Relates theft of all food and provisions for priest's journey. Results in second priest being sent to assist Ramos. Half Indian population Dies due to disease and others continue to revolt. Concerns Indian request to remove Ramos due to harsh punishments. Later two Indians discovered to have threatened group to request this. Iniciators punished and others pardoned. Issue continues and struggle ensues between Ramos and Matias who grants Indians' wishes. Relates problems of Todos Santos mission to conflicts in San Diego. Describes power struggle between mission and military leaders in all areas. Request for Verger to provide solutions by delegating specific powers to missions. (M. Dannemiller, March 1988)

(M. Dannemiller, March 1988).

Letters between Munoz, Lacomva and others about Indian uprising and crimes (murder, theft). Galvan arrested for removing munitions from storage despite warnings of Indians approaching. Letters concerning his actions. Depositions concern incident. (S. Langmack, September 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 6 brief, unrelated expedientes, numeros 7-12. In 7, Lasaga informs virrey that certain residents of San Carlos should be exempt from taxation because they have no permanent home or work, but mine whenever possible, and serve whenever called to arms. In 8, Lasaga says it came to his attention that large group of Indians (unnamed) are held prisoner in Aguayo, but soldiers no longer able to contain escapes; guidance from virrey requested. In 9, Lasso informs of shortage of servants in Veracruz, requests that 6 Mecos return with him to work in that capacity; will educate and care for them. In 10, Indians (unnamed) journey to San Carlos to request financial help; each granted 1 'real' daily. In 11, Lasaga solicits advice from virrey regarding Aracates, previously guilty of murder and theft, but now want to establish peaceful relations. In 12, 2 Pacitas kill Young Boy, wound another; Comecamotes trick soldiers into truce, then kill several, steal cattle, kill pastor with own knife; soldiers' actions found 'imprudente.' (L. Kerr, June 1989)

Includes two informes in which gobernador describes to virrey chronological unfolding of Series of attacks by Aracates, Mesquites, others, on rancherias and villages of Sierra; number and location of Indians, 'pobladores,' soldiers killed given, as well as numbers of mules, horses stolen; 150 soldiers and 15 Indian auxiliaries to scour Sierra 'hasta no dejar indio en ella'; battles continue; 'piquete' of 15 soldiers captures 4 Indian men, Indian woman, child, who claim to be peaceful, escape after led to Soto la Marina; days earlier 2 unarmed 'vaqueros' killed, horses taken. In second letter, gobernador mountain pass in order to block Indians' retreat; plan somewhat effective, as more Indians killed, 'collera' of 38 taken to San Luis Potosi; supposedly peaceful Mesquites and mulatos apparently responsible for the large and Volatile Indian gathering in Sierra, also for death of pastor and several horse thefts. With Indians run out of Sierra, gobernador feels time right to begin construction of road into area. Argues also that some villages repeatedly attacked by Apaches because residents do not know how to respond or defend selves; solution lies in uniting 'pobladores', teaching them how to protect family and possessions, then fighting 'con Teson.' (L. Kerr, June 1989)

First folio lists all titles, lands of king Carlos, then names Dufay as Alferez Segundo in Monterrey company. F. 522 lists full name, all titles of Florez on printed form documenting Dufay's promotion to Alferez Primero in Nuevo Leon volante; includes elaborately drawn coat of arms for Florez. Letters concerning Dufay's retirement, cessation of pay. F.541 mentions Dufay in charge of reduccion of San Christoval Indians, who fled to Sierra Madre; mentions Indian spies (no specifics). (A. Dean, September 1989)

Letters concerning animosity between Martinez Pacheco and Dufay, improprieties of each. Dufay is found to have suffered unduly, is granted compensation pay for time under arrest, injury to honor. Marginal notes on first folio mention rebellion of San Christobal Indians under leadership of Montes, Pedro Jose. Dufay was assigned to pacify them. (A. Dean, September 1989)

Series of documents concerning prosecution of several Indian leaders who are accused of inducing other Indians to rebel against Spaniards. Document give details of the kind of crimes the Indians are accused of I.e. killing some Spaniards and stealing. Indians are put in jail and interrogated but later released (M. Marroquin, August 1989)