Correspondence in which Urresti communicates news worthy of virrey's attention, concerning missions under his command, at nearby mission, suspected by Urresti of only seeking relief from viral epidemic decimating nation, Piedracitos request same at other mission, duplicitous intentions suspected also, quiet, peaceful behavior of Indians at another mission noted, participation in 'cosecha de Frutos' also peaceful, military skirmishes along Rio Blanco involving Indians discussed, establishment of 'las Pazes' per virrey's 'mandato'; letters from virrey commenting on, commending, actions taken by Urresti, approving request by interim governor of Coahuila for 50 soldiers, ordering that silver, though in 'corta cantidad', continue to be mined at Yguana, informing of 'insultos' from siguis(?); letter concerning 'quadernos' containing information on Munoz y Villavicencio's conduct in office. (L. Kerr, December 1988)

Documents include signed testimonios from hacienda owners and administrators in Nuevo Leon promising to 'pasar el Correo' from hacienda to hacienda between Saltillo and San Luis Potosi, since pueblos so far apart, explanation by governor of how this would be accomplished; letters from governor informing virrey of provincial affairs, requesting assistance on certain matters, including civil military affairs, Indian relations, disappearance of squadron commander, problems created, regarding possible British invasion, collection of a new tax, that departure for 'Corte' and to visit various 'companias' delayed due to tertian fever and several relapses; copy of virrey's statement granting establishment of monthly 'correo' between Saltillo and San Luis Potosi. (L. Kerr, December 1988)

Officials' correspondence includes summaries of and references to documents not included in expediente; governor Munoz' 'papel sellado'; efforts of squadron to control Indians; operations at certain mines; 'librando' Munoz of governorship in face of accusations of misconduct; reinstatemnt of teniente of presidio; comandante Interino's correspondence includes accounts to virrey of state of province concerning, for example, three missions suffering small pox epidemic, general fiscal affairs, request by Cometunas for establishment of mission in area for purpose of protection, granted on condition that group live according to 'christiana politica', and militia's need for arms, as well as for officers to replace those who died; governor Velasco's correspondence to virrey refers briefly to military and fiscal affairs, establishment of 'correo' in Nuevo Leon, reduction and protection of Indians. (L. Kerr, December 1988)

Various letters of correspondence from Vidal de Lorca (1774). Table (182) extracto del beneficio de la Ciudad de (feligresia) locations and their distance from Monterrey. Bernadino de la candella and Nadadores. Index of correspondence (178). Letter discussing problems of slowness with mining production and retrieving of minerals and gathering of troops to fight off Apaches, also included. (J. Acheson, oct, 1988)

(S. Gibbs, August 1987)

Describes use of funds including construction, salaries, and purchase of supplies. Need for comandante inspector's approval in sending troops to friendly nations in peace efforts. Describes Texas and Tauayas' trip with interpreter. Movement of troops for defence. Peace efforts with Indians include hopes to change impression made by English. English traders on Orcoquiza coast offering merchandise to other nations. Refugee from Indians Adaes convoy in lomaville. After 3 months of quiet, Comanche stampede and horse thefts and subsequent campaign. Comanche prisoner taken by Vecino. Hopes of regaining Spanish captives in Comanche hands. Texas Indian hostilities with Apaches. Escort needed to go for mail in San Luis Potosi. Escaped mission Indians asked to be returned in relations with French traders. (L. L. Woodward, may 1988)

Ripperda awaits visit of Mecieres with Indians from nations desiring peace. Campaign desired against continued Apache hostilities. Apache union with naciones de adentro. Concerns troop movement, mail delivery, relief of detachments, use and position of 29 San Sabas troops. Describes March of castaways from English schooner including sale of supplies and horses. Ripperda acknowledges receipt of viceroy's letters. Reports to viceroy refusal to return Comanche women in peace negotiations; appointment of interim capitan of Bahia; receipt of autos of soldier accused of killing another soldier; receipt of order to not request mission Indians for campaigns or defense; resignation of Thobar; publishing of vandos about new currency and postal service. (L. L. Woodward, April 1988)

Concerns Thobar's activities and resulting deaths in fight with Indians over horse theft. Controversy about Thobar's insubordination in not requesting fort troops and his request for detachment troops. Comanche theft of horses and oxen from missions. Describes Menchaca's use of troops and Pacheco's retreat from the Colorado River. Apaches are armed and hostile to Comanches. Mentions Demezieres' peace-seeking trip to enemy captains. Suggestions of whether or not Indians should be given arms, but discusses giving of gifts in peacemaking process. Administrative concerns over copies of letters about Demezieres' trip. Concerns need for troops and use of mission Indians to patrol because of diminishing troops due to sickness and death. Mention of Ripperda's marriage and memorial in regard to a brigadier promotion. Menchaca departs to coast with detachment to get Indians for missions of Santa Crus and padres give account of number of Indians acquired. Request for another mission in San Antonio reinforced with Indians and troops. Discussion of postal service and route and time taken to new Orleans. Indian commerce with English in guns and powder. Governor of Louisiana in agreement with Croix to gain tranquility in province. Mention of decree that Indians learn Spanish. (L. L. Woodward, April 1988)

Ripperda reports arrival of mail including document for governor of Louisiana. Assures continuance of postal service. Discusses Louisiana border and English fort as key to enemy's destruction of province. Peace with Comanches and other Indians advantageous in case of war with English. Considers exploration of coast and islands necessary as guard against establishment of foreigners and subjection of Indians. Need for establishment of 100 of best troops to resist English and Indians of the north. (L. L. Woodward, March 1988)

Various documents and letters concerning Tobar's resignation as capitain of regiment of Bahia and appointment of Cazorla as his successor. Cazorla, as new capitain, complains about slowness of postal service, reports on injured soldiers due to war with Indians. Various documents related to his arrival in Bahia. Special report on Lazo's injury and inability to keep his post as second lieutenant, asks for indemnity and resigns. Cazorla informs of survey done on rivers south of Bahia to See about presence of English, and asks for boat to continue survey. (M. Vasquez, may 1988)