Reclaiming the Lost Archive of San Agustin Library

The document discusses the uncertain circumstances surrounding the entry and exit of ships from Macao, particularly regarding the newly established customs. It mentions that due to difficulties and disputes in the region, letters were sent to Father Fray Salvador in Chincheo for transport by local boats. Fray Álvaro de Benavente shares updates on missionary activities and the complications faced by various religious orders. Furthermore, it notes that the newly appointed Apostolic Vicar, the Bishop of Argolis, has successfully petitioned the Apostolic See to revoke a previous decree requiring oaths from missionaries, allowing them to continue their work with full privileges. The letter elaborates on the current situation of various religious figures and the challenges in establishing missions, including difficulties with administrative authority and the construction of necessary facilities for the mission. Overall, it highlights the strain on the missionaries due to external political pressures and the internal matters needing resolution to facilitate their continued mission work. This text is in the volume with the title "PERTENECE AL/Aparador fuera de la Pared/Cajón/Númber 4/ITALONES Y CHINA/Legajos 1. /2./ 3./ 4./ 5. The volume was compiled by Pedro Orense.