Religious

Civil action instituted to compel Francisco Chaves to pay the tithe. Instructions on the procedure to be followed, diary reporting the actions taken, Pena's report to governor Melgares, and the governor's reply to Pena. (Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

A criminal case brought by the parish priest of Alburquerque Jose Francisco Leiba against militia lieutenant Manuel Armijo, charging him with disrespect and slander. The event which led to the charges, an exchange of insults and blows, resulted from a long term animosity between the two resulting from a dispute over the burial of a Militiaman and Armijos jealousy of Leiba's relations with a servant working in his house. Following a period of time in jail Armijo begged Leiba's pardon, and the priest interceded in his behalf. Referred to governor Melgares. (Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

Reporting on heavy snows which had prevented work, the collection of debts owed to Father Manuel Antonio Garcia del Valle, and the collection of alms for Suni. Melgares' reply appended. (Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

A petition complaining about the excessive fees for marriage Charged by the parish priest of Santa Fee Francisco Madariaga. Madariaga points out that the priests of la Canada and Alburquerque charge the same amount for marriages, and explains how the Fee is made up and what is covers. (Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

Reporting on his safe arrival, and a request that any mail be forwarded to Ysleta. Reply appended, mentioning a coach that Hozio can use and advice on feeding the mules. (Robert H. Jackson) (1980)

Acknowledging receipt of a letter from Melgares and a paper from Father Valle, that the Father secretary has the conclusion and that the visitation continues. Reply appended. (robert H. Jach) (1981)

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Reporting his arrival at an unspecified place of his ecclesiastical visita. Hozio reports that he has been unable to acquire fish for the governor because the Indians are working with their plantings. And asks that letters be forwarded to him. Reply written on the margins. (robert H. Jach) (1981)

Reporting that nothing unusual had taken place during his visitation and asking that letters be sent with the mail. Hozio also discusses/mentions a school and unspecified ornaments or jewels. (robert H. Jach) (1981)