The king touches on several issues involving the missions in California. 1) orders purchase of chalices for masses; 2) refuses for political reasons, est. of presidios; 3) orders adequate transport; 4) increases yearly stipend to 13,000 pesos for mission work. (J. Grusin) (1976)

The royal council advises the king to support the missionaries with funds, presidios, transportation. They also review the situation to prove the aid worthwhile. (J. Grusin) (1976)

Extols Oca y Sarmiento's campaigns against hostile Indians, including pacification of Tepehuanes, Conchos and Salineros of Tizonazo as well as forays against Tobosos, Gavilanes, Acoclames, Nonoxes and their allies. Notes that Oca y Sarmiento's personal defense of carros de comercio carrying silver against ambush by more than 300 Indians at Mezquital resulted in great victory for Spaniards. (T. Sheridan) (1979)

Documents concerning establishment of new presidio, reestablishment of missions abandoned by Franciscans because of lack of military protection, in junta de los Rios area. Mineral riches as well as souls of converted Indians notes as reasons for resettlement, as well as more efficient communication/transportation between Nueva Vizcaya, Coahuila. Lengthy description of major settlements, presidial system of northern frontier provinces. New presidio to have 50 soldiers- 20 from San Bartholome presidio; 15 each from Cerrogordo and Conchos. Major document by marques de Altamira (Mexico, 6/14/1747) detailing proposals (pp.87-110). Also includes diario y derrotero of expedition itself, written by gobernador Rabago y Teran (Monclova, 1/23/1748), noting Flora, fauna, geography, Mineral wealth, Indian groups, water sources, pasturage, etc. (pp.115-46). (T. Sheridan) (1977)