September 20, 1898
We left barracks at 7 am. for a regimental inspection at Malate. I received 2 months pay — $43.20. A report circulated that the leader… Read More »September 20, 1898
California Volunteer Infantry
September 18, 1898
I came off guard at 9.30 a.m. Fourteen prisoners were taken during the night.
September 16, 1898
We drilled by platoon. C. O’Donnell, chief of the 1st platoon at command faced left about and remained at the rear of the platoon!
September 14, 1898
A boat capsized about 800 yards up river from our quarters at about 5.30 p.m. W. W. Smith was drowned but the other occupants, Privates… Read More »September 14, 1898
September 9, 1898
Admission Day entertainment at the Filipino Theatre by NSGW [Native Sons of the Golden West]. I developed a bad cold and cough.
September 8, 1898
Solemn High Mass was celebrated, accompanied by a native choir. The service and singing were beautiful.
September 6, 1898
Requiem High Mass was celebrated for Captain Richter and the other members of the regiment who had died. Father Doughterty celebrated the Mass, with the… Read More »September 6, 1898
August 31, 1898
We were mustered and inspected at 8 am.
August 30, 1898
We were called out at 10.10 p.m. after Insurgents attacked a flourmill. We returned to quarters about 11 p.m. when “M” Company was despatched to… Read More »August 30, 1898