7 letters by Croix concerning frontier matters, especially punishment of deserters. Note by Peru (may 8, 1778) on back of last letter. (T. Sheridan) (1977)

Promotion of free enterprise as means to public wealth. Business licenses no longer necessary.

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(Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

(Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

This is the informe referred to above by fr. Mariano Garza. It gives a description of the missions of Texas over which he presides- la presidencia de estas misiones de Texas. it was written from the mision de S.s. Joseph. It is an original document and bears the autograph of fr. Mariano de la Garza. (microfilm catalog)

Two relaciones that give much data on conditions in Texas missions. Many suggestions for drastic reform included. Much discussion on the impact of the missions and remarks on plans for new missions. (J. Grusin) (1976)

Miera summarizes the importance of populating New Mexico. In addition to its import as a link to the coast, it is also key in defense of Texas and Louisiana and in forming a Solid frontier. (J. Grusin) (1976)

This is a plan of development for the frontier aimed making Velez de Escalante's plan a reality ie to link the port of Monterey with New Mexico. This would open new areas for settlement and missionary work and bring more pressure to bear on warring Indians. Miera proposes sites for forts and routes. (J. Grusin) (1976)