Fajardo recounts various other annoyances experienced at their hands--they claiming authority to restrict the Chinese immigration, and the right to appoint certain minor officials; and he regrets that the auditors should be all new at one time, and so ignorant of their duties.

He suggests that the king avail himself of the abilities of Archbishop Serrano, in case of his own death or other emergency requiring an _ad interim_ governor; and describes the character of Auditor Rodriguez.

The trials of persons involved in the scandal at Sancta Potenciana have not pleased the governor, some whom he regards as guilty having been acquitted.

The official inspection of the country, especially for the sake of the natives, Fajardo has committed to Auditor Mesa, but the latter is unwilling to undertake it.

The Council order that no auditor shall shirk this important duty.