Translation and summaries of wills, inventories, and tax lists from the Laredo Archives, held by St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas. Index starts on page 62.

Translation and summaries of materials from the Laredo Archives, held by St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas; the documents contain information related to the history of Laredo, including religion, political life, ordinances and laws, education, military life, and land questions.

Translation and summaries of materials from the Laredo Archives, held by St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas; the documents contain information related to municipal correspondence and legal decisions in Laredo.

Based on documents from the Laredo Archives, Life in Laredo shows the evolution and development of daily life in a town under the flags of Spain, Mexico, and the United States. Isolated on the northern frontier of New Spain and often forgotten by authorities far away, the people of Laredo became as grand as the river that flowed by their town and left an enduring legacy in a world of challenges and changes. Because of its documentary nature, Life in Laredo offers in sights into the nitty-gritty of the comings and goings of its early citizens not to be found elsewhere. Robert D. Wood, S.M., presents the first one hundred years of history and culture in Laredo up to the mid-nineteenth century, illuminating--with primary source evidence--the citizens' beliefs, cultural values, efforts to make a living, political seesawing, petty quarreling, and constant struggles against local Indians. He also details rebellious military and invading foreigners among the early settlers and later townspeople. Scholars and students of Texas and Mexican American history, as well as the Laredoans celebrating the 250th anniversary (in 2005) of Laredo's founding, will welcome this volume. "Although there have been a number of books on the history of Laredo, …

Compilation of all city ordinances in Laredo issued between 1852 and 1862.

Warrant for Francisco Valdes, accused of theft.

Subpoenas for Edmond Lidwell to appear in court as a witness.

List of persons volunteering to go in pursuit of the Indians.

Arrest warrant issued by the Laredo mayor's office for Finigan.

Sworn statement by M. Mendiola claiming that W. Johnston drew a gun on her and endangered her life.

Warrant issued by the Laredo mayor's office to arrest "A. B." regarding complaints of abuse and insults levied by "M. M."

Request from various citizens to the town council, asking for various dangerous streets to be repaired.

Warrant issued by the Laredo mayor's office to arrest Charles Callaghan, wanted for murder.

Text of the oath of office for an a "corporation clerk" in the city of Laredo, Texas, signed by Juan José Salinas.

Receipt signed by Miguel Sidwill for a total of $17.50 from a man named Juan.

Receipt signed by Miguel Sidwill for three dollars paid from Anthony Johnson.

Text of the oath of office for mayor of Laredo, Texas, signed by Tomas Treviño.

Text of the oath of office for an alderman (regidor) to represent a precinct of the city of Laredo, Texas, signed by Juan Garcia Soto.

Arrest warrant issued by the Laredo mayor's office for Luly Cottle, wanted for violating an unnamed city ordinance.

Bond guaranteeing that Severo Galan will appear in court.

Warrant issued by the Laredo mayor's office to arrest G. A. Staacke for unlawfully discharging firearms.

Text of the oath of office for an alderman to represent the city of Laredo, Texas, signed by Ylario Chapa.

Tally of votes for the election of a mayor and aldermen (regidores) in the city of Laredo, with the list of voters in precinct number 6.

Summons from the Webb County sheriff to Mayor Garcia, requesting his appearance in court to answer complaints of damages.