Having informed himself of these disorders and lack of good management that have been observed in the government agents and persons who take part in that despatch of ships, he shall be advised that he must investigate and punish it.

What results from that is being awaited for public example, which is so necessary, and for the better despatch of those ships.

Inasmuch as both the remedy and the punishment are to be included in this investigation, you [_i.e._, the viceroy of Nueva Espana] shall endeavor to procure the execution of this with the earnestness demanded by the matter.

In the future very trusty men shall be appointed, namely, men who do not commit the offenses and disorders so strongly prohibited.

The vessels particularly shall sail very lightly laden, and in the order mentioned in the preceding section.