Indians (Depredations)

Discusses use of drums in the presidio. Reports depredations by Carancaguazes. Again mentions fact of too few troops to combat Indians. (D. Coates) (1979)

(D. Coates) (1979)

Cabello reports a Comanche attack on Cibolo as told to him by a soldier of that fort. He again requests more troops. Complains of indefensibility of the fort comparing it to the castle on the San Juan River when he was governor of Nicaragua. (D. Coates) (1979)

De Croix says that the people should force the return of the animals or be payed for them. He sets prices for each type. This is done keeping certain distances in mind. He further delineates the circumstances and costs. Publication proceedings by Cabello follow. (D. Coates) (1979)

One soldier lost in fighting Comanches. Cabello requests more troops. explains loss of horses and mules and attempt to purchase more. Is unable to send reinforcements to Fuerte del Cibolo. Asks de Croix's advise. (D. Cortes) (1979)

Cabello reports on Indians and their actions. Tells of campaign against the Indians. Asks, for reinforcements as they are unable to handle the great number. Reports losses of mules and horses, animals are being killed and/or stolen by Comanches who have stirred up other tribes. Claims that without reinforcements there is a great threat of loss of the province. (D. Coates) (1979)

Cattle to be sent to Luisiana by request of governor of Luisiana. Sent from mission of Espiritu Santo but Comanche raid scatters them. (D. Coates) (1979)

Also mentions lack of troops sufficient to defend against those Indians. (D. Coates) (1979)

Cabello passes on the information he received from Indians informant. Worry over someone informing the Indians of his plans. And news of gathering tribes together to attack Spanish settlements. (D. Coates) (1979)

Cabello reports an attack by Carancahuaz' against a boat, as told to him by the sole survivor. Cabellos efforts to capture the Indians and determine the ships owners are also outlined. (D. Coates) (1979)