2nd January 1942
We woke up today still with the uncertainty as to whether Manila had already been occupied by the Japanese army. There were no newspapers and… Read More »2nd January 1942
Diary of Antonio M. Molina
31st December 1941
This last day of the year no one left the house. There was a summary burning and destruction of the uniforms, caps, and other military… Read More »31st December 1941
30th December 1941
Today was the anniversary of the execution of our national hero lose Rizal and it passed unnoticed. Although still an official holiday, not the slightest… Read More »30th December 1941
29th December 1941
Today I repaired to my office for the last time. I came walking through the difficult streets of Intramuros spoiled by a host of debris,… Read More »29th December 1941
28th December 1941
Since I had my afternoon off, I decided to go to the movies, hoping to be able to see the film “Hold Back the Dawn,”… Read More »28th December 1941
27th December 1941
This morning I woke up with a clear memory of what transpired last night, the first which, for quite a number of days, did not… Read More »27th December 1941
25th December 1941
The rumor being brulted about late last night turned into a reality today: “Manila, Open City.” All the dailies carried the news. It was contained… Read More »25th December 1941
24th December 1941
At the office this morning I made ready to dictate a report to stenographer. Suddenly the air-raid signal sounded. immediately, Justice Albert stepped out from… Read More »24th December 1941
12th-23th December 1941
When I arrived home this morning from the office. I greeted my father who was reading at the dining room. He informed me that my… Read More »12th-23th December 1941