Informing him that Malaspina has requested certain items such as wood and paper, and a painter to replace Pozo who has remained in Lima due to sickness; the Viceroy has contacted the Director of the Academia de San Carlos and they have recommended one Tomas Suria; Malaspina has asked for money to cover expenses before setting off for the Philippines and has advised that visas from the Russian Court have not yet been received (as they have from London and Paris); Malaspina is also to receive help from another officer who traveled to Nootka Sound, Francisco Visa, who is to pass on reports to him while he is in San Blas. Letter signed by Revilla Gigedo. Mexico City.