An affidavit of Vargas' request to the king for permission to proceed to New Mexico. The part of interest is in the front where a summary of previous explorations in New Mexico is given. This focuses on the character and economy of the native peoples. Although two and three story pueblos with governors were found, the Indians are characterized as being of such a state of barbary that only a few men should go and at de Vargas' expense. (C. Briggs) (1975)

Extensive ethnographic information on Indians of Coahuila. Divides them into four major groups (parrialidades). Discusses material culture, architecture, seasonal movements, subsistence patterns, personality (warlike, lazy), and mentions war-related cannibalism. Notes that the Texas Indians in contrast, have government and agriculture. (R. Perez) (1977)

Describes rebellion of Indians at San Juan Baptista (including killing of soldiers). Threats of attacking the reduced Manzos. Fray Olivares requests abandonment of the mission. The economics of military action are discussed. Notes the rebels practice of decapitating their victims. (R. Perez) (1977)

Details Bacaranes attacks on missions, as well as Indian alliances and conflicts between various nations. (R. Perez) (1977)