October 24/25, 1898
It was stormy’ and raining both days. We heard we would be called out tonight.
It was stormy’ and raining both days. We heard we would be called out tonight.
We were given orders to get shelter tents and blankets, which proved to be a false alarm.
We had inspection at 11 a.m., light marching order with khaki uniforms. There were rumours that we were going to fight theInsurgents. There were changes… Read More »October 22, 1898
We mounted regimental guard at 8.15 a.m. — 72 men, 12 corporals and 2 sergeants. Received more mail.
We left Malacañang for quarters near the suspension bridge to do police duty in Manila. Received mail.
I despatched mail home. Today we were given rice, which was just mush.
Weather showery. For breakfast we had hot biscuits for the first time. For supper we had macaroni and applesauce which was fine. For tea we… Read More »October 14, 1898
Today we had rain for the first time in ages. We were issued with shoes and leggings. There was uproar over the supper which consisted… Read More »October 13, 1898