(M. Bowman) (1980)

Series of documents, some in duplicate, of the power of attorney granted to Manuel de Cozuela by the soldiers and officers of San Augustin de Ahumada and los Adaes for the collection of their salaries. (M. Bowman) (1980)

Informs that in view of attack on San Sava, he has taken measures to protect San Fernando from Indian attacks. (M. Bowman) (1979)

In view of a Comanache raid on the presidio of San Luis de las Amarrillas, the viceroy orders more arms be sent to San Antonio de Bexar, and other areas. In addition, more arms are to be manufactured, to be paid from the royal treasuries. New arms are to be distributed among citizenry as well as soldiers. Includes rules which the soldiers and citizens are to follow regarding their arming. (M. Bowman) (1979)

Orders governor of Texas to take special measures to defend the two presidios of San Saba' and San Antonio de Vexar. Authorizes the expenditore of more money from the royal treasury to purchase arms, and the bringing of some 50 rifles from Saltillo. (M. Bowman) (1979)

(M. Bowman) (1979)

Though main concern centers on relocation of French fort into Spanish territory, other types of French encroachments are also detailed- 1) commerce between Spanish presidial soldiers and French in Louisiana-French clothes for Spanish meat, silver and other goods. 2) arrival of troops in new Orleans. 3) French trade with Indians in Spanish territory of Texas, especially in materials of war; also intention to trade with New Mexico Indians. 4) increasing contact between Spaniards and French in general. Recommends- 1) reports submitted proving location of French in Texas. 2) vigilance against-illicit trade. (M. Bowman) (1979)

The soldiers and officiales of los Adaes grant power of attorney to Diego Antonio Giraud to collect the 420 pesos owed to each one in back salaries. (M. Bowman) (1979)

(M. Bowman) (1979)

Series of documents, taken by Barrio Junco y Espariella, on civil, military and religious life in Espiritu Santo. Primary emphasis rests on the military conditions, especially regarding pay accounts of the soldiers and the quantity of arms per soldiers. Scant reference made to evangelization of the Indians. (M. Bowman) (1979)