An Early Mexican Letter In Which A Man Invites A Priest To Travel From Mexico City To Christen His Godson

(MEXICO). ALS. 1pg. 6” x 8”. December 5, 1766. Tlayacapan [Mexico]. An autograph letter signed “Nicolás Morquecho” addressed “To our most Reverend Priest Señor and my very dear friend Gerónimo”. Morquecho wrote: “The day has come for you to honor me with your arrival, to do us the favor of christening your godson. My friend Juan Francisco de Ariza has now come from Mexico [Mexico City] and today is the day we have set to baptize our son. I hope that you will fulfill your promise, which you made to me eight days ago. The delay [of the baptism] is due to my friend, who has now arrived. We are waiting now for your arrival, by the time, or before, the sun sets. I will be delighted to find you enjoying the excellent health that my heart desires for you on this day. I offer all that I have, hoping that you will let me know of anything you desire, so that I, with great affection, can best serve you. With this, praying that you will oblige me with this favor, knowing your importance, May you be able (to fulfill your word), December 5, 1766 Your friend and mentor, who kisses your hand and through Christ loves you, Nicolás Morquecho”. The verso states “To our Most Reverend Priest Señor and Beloved Brother, my highly esteemed Godfather Brother Gerónimo”. The paper has a few small, round insect holes and the top margin has darkening.