August 1, 1945 Wednesday
Today has been declared a legal holiday to commemorate the death anniversary of Pres. Quezon. This is a very fitting tribute, Pres. Quezon will pass… Read More »August 1, 1945 Wednesday
Guillermo Francisco
July 20, 1945 Friday
At about ten o’clock this morning, we were advised that Col. Gilfilan, the Superintendent, wanted to see Mr. Paredes, Gen. Francisco and me. We all… Read More »July 20, 1945 Friday
July 18, 1945 Wednesday
Life here is very monotonous. We see the same things and do the same things over and over again. We try to occupy our time,… Read More »July 18, 1945 Wednesday
June 26, 1945, Tuesday
It may be asked: If the conduct of the Japanese is as reported above why did we serve in the Japanese regime and later in… Read More »June 26, 1945, Tuesday
June 8, 1945 Friday
To our surprise, MacArthur came. When rumors were circulating that Gen. MacArthur was coming, I did not pay attention as I thought it was one… Read More »June 8, 1945 Friday
May 12, 1945 Saturday
A general meeting was called. Mr. Paredes explained that there had been thefts in our premises, quarrels, and the sanitation measures were not being observed.… Read More »May 12, 1945 Saturday
May 3, 1945 Thursday
Americans on board are going crazy over souvenirs of ₱5000 Japanese bills with our signature. We were told to get ready. We did not actually… Read More »May 3, 1945 Thursday
April 29, 1945 Sunday
It was 3 o’clock in the morning; the boat started to move. We could not see anything; it was pitch black. Destination unknown. In the… Read More »April 29, 1945 Sunday
June 27-July 3, 1943
Immediately after graduation ceremonies [from the Preparatory Institute for Government Scholars to Japan], nearly two months of confinement started. The start of my vacation was… Read More »June 27-July 3, 1943