Tom I think I can clear up your remaining query: "y despues de una delatada y seria discusion fueron admitidos por los Comisionados del Sr Gral Cos los diez y ocho articulos que preceden, a propuesta de los del Sr Gral Burlison y a reserva de ser ratificacados y aprobados por ambos Generales; En cuya virtud ......". "and after a long and serious discussion, the eighteen preceding articles were accepted by the Commissioners of Sr Gral (Senor General) Cos, at the proposal of those (the Commissioners) of Sr Gral (Senor General) Burlison whilst reserving their ratification and approval by both Generals .............." Every time I read the section I seem to come up with wording that I missed. There's international treaties for you! Happy to help in future Regards Phil