February 20, 1942 – Friday
I was informed this morning that the Don Esteban cleared the mine zone at 2:30 a.m. The President informed me that we would leave the… Read More »February 20, 1942 – Friday
I was informed this morning that the Don Esteban cleared the mine zone at 2:30 a.m. The President informed me that we would leave the… Read More »February 20, 1942 – Friday
The President called a Cabinet Meeting at 9 a.m. He was depressed and talked to us of his impression regarding the war and the situation… Read More »February 6, 1942 – Friday
Got up at 5 a.m. Shaved, took a bath etc. At 6:45 a.m. left the house for the dock with Vice-President Osmeña, Chief Justice Abad… Read More »February 5, 1942 — Thursday
Nothing unusual during the day. At 10 p.m. I was already in bed when the phone rang. It was the Chief Justice telling me to… Read More »February 3, 1942 – Tuesday
The question of the President’s trip to the U.S. was again discussed by the President and General MacArthur. It was decided that in case our… Read More »February 2, 1942 — Monday
Manila Bay On board Navy Courier Boat Beautiful morning. Sun is slightly above horizon. Sea is calm. Cool morning air. All is quiet except… Read More »January 9, 1942
Corregidor Malinta Tunnel I don’t like this place. Yes, it’s safer and bombproof but the air is damp and stuffy. Give me the cool mountain… Read More »January 8, 1942
I was privileged today, Rizal Day, to witness the oath-taking ceremony, for their 2nd term of Pres. Quezon and VP Osmeña before Chief Justice Jose… Read More »December 30, 1941
Four days ago, the President of the Philippines addressed the American public assuring the people of the United States that we Filipinos realize that this… Read More »Wednesday, December 24, 1941