The Philippines - Past and Present (Vol. 1&2). Dean C. Worcester
the bitter end, led to their attack.
1 See p. 41.
2 P.I.R., 427. 1.
3 “The insolent commentary of the American Consul here, if it is true, clearly shows the intention of America to impose her will upon us by force. In this case, the conflict will come sooner or later. Would it not be better for us to provoke the conflict while the Americans have not as yet concentrated their troops there? Or would it be better to wait for the results of the Congress of Paris? This question should be answered immediately by the committee on foreign relations of the Congress of representatives and the decision should be sent at once to us so that we can proceed according to your instructions.”—P.I.R., 453. 11.
4 “I gave an order long ago not to permit our line to be passed, and to say frankly that it was by my order. To be prepared to defend our rights you are ordered to place troops in front of American position at Sampaloc and to tell them plainly to leave, to warn the Sandatahan [bolo men.—D. C. W.] and get everything ready; you must warn the commanders of the zones about Manila. Do not forget, whenever in doubt.”—P.I.R., 849.
5 P.I.R., 88. 9.
6 P.I.R., 88. 9.
7 Ibid.
8 P.I.R., 88. 9.
9 Ibid., 849.
10 “Until the decision of the Paris Congress is known, all of us here are of the opinion that you should maintain a defensive attitude regarding the Americans, giving way to them with regard to Manila and its suburbs or in anything they may wish, although apparently only, and not show them your teeth. After the decision of the Congress is known, you may take the offensive if advisable, and according to the information we may have of the American soldiers it should not be difficult for you and your army to settle accounts with them.”—P.I.R., 398. 6.
11 “If you and the Americans should happen to come in conflict before the departure of the Spanish soldiers, it might happen that the Yankees would enter into an alliance with them to combat the Filipinos. Think well over this.”—P.I.R., 398. 6.
12 “It is also of urgent necessity, Señor President, to reëstablish committees in all the suburbs and that the masons and the Katipúnan be reorganized, and it is advisable that all be provided with knives ready for any event, but it is proper that these arms be hidden.”—P.I.R., 466. 9.
13 “Our soldiers are always desirous of fighting in order to bring affairs to an end, as they are very resentful with regard to the evacuation of the suburbs mentioned.”—P.I.R., Books C–1.
14 “Most urgent. Have received telegraphic order from War Dept., which says: ‘Prevent American troops from disembarking.’ In case they insist what am I to do? May I begin firing?”
This telegram was indorsed by Aguinaldo:—
“Answered affirmatively December 1, 1898.”—P.I.R., 849.
15 “Most urgent. According to despatch from Captain detached at Batangas, American divers are working unceasingly. He says that he ordered them to be fired on in case they try to land. Await your reply.”
Aguinaldo’s reply ran as follows:—
“I do not mind their working at sea, but you must under no conditions allow them to land troops; be brave for the sake of your Tagálog heart. Approve your action.”—P.I.R., 1179. 2.
16 P.I.R., 849.
17 Ibid.
18 Ibid.
19 56 AJ.
20 “We are constantly alarmed here by American troops who wish to come within the military line. To-day received word from second chief, second zone, Manila, that as soon as they opened fire against the American troops I assist by entering Manila. I have no orders in this matter; I await your directions.”—P.I.R., 849.
21 P.I.R., 849.
22 Taylor, 70 AJ.
23 “It is absolutely necessary that an order be received here permitting the uprising of those in prison before the movement is begun anywhere else; in the prison the word shall be given at the moment the bugle sounds retreat; it is indispensable that some of our party be prepared in the vicinity of the Iris bridge, San Pedro street and Dulumbrayan bridge, in order to prevent the Americans quartered in the Pennsylvania barracks (Zorilla theatre) from aiding those in the prison.”—P.I.R., 73. 3.
24 P.I.R., 40. 8.
25 Ibid., Books C–1.
26 Ibid., 1141. 3.
27 P.I.R., 1186. 10.
28 Ibid., 849.
29 See p. 733.
30 Taylor, 68–69 AJ.
31 P.I.R., 206–207.
32 “Above all I expect that you will respect the persons and goods of private persons of all nationalities, including the Chinese; that you will treat well the prisoners and grant life to those of the enemy who surrender. And that you be on the sharp lookout for those traitors and enemies who, by robbery, will seek to mar our victory.”
33 P.I.R., 849.