This is the reason why matters there are very different from those in this kingdom, as if we were speaking of different species--not only of people and of their opinions, but of their modes of life and their natures.

From this it has resulted that those who have undertaken to conduct affairs by the rules current here have committed irremediable blunders.

But the principal thing which is necessary there is that he should be a good public man, for the basis and fundamental need is good government, and efforts for the increase of the land, and directing all one's care toward its welfare, according good treatment to the citizens, showing kindness to foreigners, and attracting and winning the affections of all.

Great care should be taken to despatch the ships from Nueva Espana promptly, and with proper supplies.

All the people should be encouraged to go to trade with the neighboring countries, to build vessels, to extend their interests, and to bring wealth from those lands.