Political

Outline of some of the findings of Borica during his visits in Taraumara and need for further religious instruction costs of which will be taken from the fondo de temporalidades; letter describing general nature of Borica's visits and his findings on Indian fugitives from missions, security of frontier, thieves within pueblos causing as much damage as declared enemies - causing depopulation, 27 prisoners to be brought to justice via collectively agreed upon tribunal or personal ? To be convened in Mexico; number of pages of unsigned; summary of contents of reel so far with mention and citation of royal orders and decrees and other legislation. (O. Velez, March 1989)

Concerns the attempt at reduction of Indians that inhabit the Sierra Madre and to then be under the tutelage of Gallardo and the establishment of missions for this purpose. The reduction of the same Indians mentioned above with the aid of Carin and Rouset de Jesus into the Pueblo of Tecorichi, but after the disturbances in this Pueblo, due to the introduction of this new group, they were transported to San Carlos where they remained for a year and cultivated the land. Retired to their mountains when not given control over Tecorichic. Visit made to the Pueblo of Tecorichic where only two Indians of the group mentioned earlier remained. Spoke with them via interpretors and they agreed to try to convince the others to incorporate themselves into the town. This matter will also involve Rouset de Jesus but with the understanding that no new missions or pueblos are to be established, Indians are to incorporate themselves into existing institutions. Ochoa is the source of census information on Indians in question. Use of listel and Corral stone in enticing the Indians to cooperate at the cost of 500 or 600 pesos. Schedule listing missions and number of Indians baptized there as well as decision that best way to enact the reductions and the conversions would be to send priest into the rancherias and not through the use of force. The money that will be needed to enact the reductions and the conversions have been approved in a plan with specifications provided by Nava. Approval of some involved by resolution of the junta Superior of the real hacienda signed by the fiscales involved. Nava's acknowledgement of orders to proceed with the above plans. (O. Velez, February 1990)

Croix notifies virrey of death of Cacique Juan Domingo of Suma nation who, with his title, received annual salary of 100 pesos by royal decree; little significant data. (D. J. McClelland, February 1989)

Troncoso commissioned to take up post as Segundo teniente to work out peace with Indians of Sonora and Nueva Vizcaya; he refuses, preferring to remain in Santa Fe with family; women referred to as his wife, daughter of Coronel de Ansa; Troncoso famed as tactful negotiator with Comanches; recommendation made that he be demoted to capitan de Milicias, with salary consequently too low to keep family fed; various letters dealing with officers' promotions; eventually agreement reached that he remain in Santa Fe as segunda teniente, and other officers take up post in Sonora and Nueva Vizcaya; very interesting documents. (D. J. McClelland, January 1989)

Visitador Campos accuses Benavides of various scandalous behaviors and has him removed from post of vice-custodio; Benavides appeals this move, goes to comandante general with several complaints about Campos; townspeople of Benavides' Former post complain about new missionary appointed by Campos; other letters of complaint sent regarding Campos, all brought to capital by Benavides as evidence; ultimately recommendation made that both men be retired to avoid further scandal; folios of (D. J. McClelland, January 1989)

Cachupin meets with Comanche leaders after sending them Comanche women prisoners as ambassadors of peace prior to Comanches-Spanish peace talks; Cachupin relays scenario of negotiation with Comanches in which he lays down the rules to them, they mention previous governors' atrocities against them, and he promises such things will happen no more; very interesting document. (D. J. McClelland, January 1989)

(See sequence 14 for first part of expediente) debate over whether Ugalde's appointment of Varela Bermudez as 'capitan a guerra' legal or not dependent upon assignment of Saltillo and Parras to east or west comandancia (i.e. to Nueva Vizcaya or Coahuila), because 'reglamentos' concerning militia different. Virrey decides both belong to east, that no 'capitan a guerra' necessary. Carlos IV appoints Castro and Nava to east and west comandancias, respectively. Castro and virrey fulfill request by officers Pereyta et.al. For funding of additional squadrons to defend 'vecinos,' farmers against Apaches. (L. Kerr, March 1989)

Contents related thematically to previous expediente. Concern Ugalde's order of 7-3-89 appointing 'alcalde mayor' Varela Bermudez to position of 'capitan a Guerra,' per regulation cited in Ugalde's argument. Officers of dragones provinciales oppose order fearing loss of military, political autonomy, Argue violation of 'ordenanza de las milicias de Espana de 1767' which ensures Milicia same rights as regular army. Officers inform Ugalde of sentiments while latter conducting campaign against Indians of northern Riogrande region; Ugalde incredulous, angered by 'la Mas enorme insubordinacion' of authors. Governor suspends officers per Ugalde's request; Varela installed, alferes given charge of 'cuerpo de milicias.' virrey supercedes governor, reinstates officers, permits Varela to become 'capitan a guerra' in name only, minus usual attendant privileges. (following sequence somewhat related) (L. Kerr, March 1989)

Folio 393 apparently cover page to unincluded expediente dealing with incident August 22, 1790 in which 20 men, including sargeant at presidio San Juan Bautista, killed by Lipanes. No additional information provided. Subsequent documents concern various issues and problems regarding military and militia organization. Calzado appointed interim captain of dragones, requests 'licencia' to take trip to Mexico City, discussion ensues. Rivalry alleged between 'alcades mayores' and 'comandantes generales,' wreaking detrimental results upon military operations in area, local officials deny any conflicts. Correspondence skips forward one year, group of squadron officials inform virrey of Ugalde's antagonistic behavior toward them and others, also of role in deprivation of rights. Group also disputes appointment of 'alcalde mayor' Varela Bermudez to position of 'capitan a guerra' on grounds company commander will be obviated. Varela's installation debated while implications of previously published articles, orders interpreted. After delay of one year, Ugalde declares himself obligated by law to appoint 'capitan a guerra.' (L. Kerr, March 1989)