July 8, 1943
The so-called guerrillas in this pacified region of Luzon are growing in number and militancy. They have formed a semi-secret organization which, in addition to… Read More »July 8, 1943
Diary of Juan Labrador, O.P.
July 5, 1943
An unpleasant incident took place yesterday in Letran. Two officers and an interpreter came to the office which, as it was the first day of… Read More »July 5, 1943
July 1, 1943
General Homma told the Philippine Mission which was sent to Tokyo to witness the Japanese war machine: “Notwithstanding the favorable report of Prime Minister Tojo,… Read More »July 1, 1943
June 26, 1943
The Chinese community is alarmed by the wave of killings which have been occurring these days. The first casualty was the secretary of the Chinese… Read More »June 26, 1943
June 17, 1943
Rumors have it that Premier Tojo, in his speech at the opening of the Diet, would promise Independence to the Philippines within 1943, and that… Read More »June 17, 1943
June 15, 1943
A mission of nineteen Filipinos headed by the Mayor of Manila was sent to Japan. We were informed about its departure and its arrival in… Read More »June 15, 1943
June 10, 1943
Five days ago, Commissioner Laurel was shot while playing golf at Wack Wack. Three of the seven bullets had caused him serious wounds, and there… Read More »June 10, 1943
June 2, 1943
The press reported that the Philippines has a new Commander-in-Chief, General Kuroda. What has happened to his predecessor, General Tanaka, is a mystery for everybody.… Read More »June 2, 1943
May 30, 1943
In a hurried trip I made through northern Luzon, I have observed that this region is more peaceful and normalized. The people are occupied in… Read More »May 30, 1943