The times., 1899-12-10


Translation of the Manifesto from
Ia Independencfa, the TaEaI Organ
Ia Independence" the organ of the
Filipino rebels, published in its issue OF
October 2S last the fun text Of procIa-
NATION from Emilio AguiuaIdo. The proc
lamation was issued AT Tariac on October
il last and is an Interesting paper. elusive
and Indicative of The motives Of its author.
A prominent Washington army officer who
is now serving in the Philippines has sent
10 The Times the following translation OF
The TagaI leaders manifesto.
The President Of the Republic 10 all of
the Filip.uos.
The day Of definite justice for our caase
IS approaching. There viii meet I'm the
United States in December next the great
assembly which is To Judge this bloody suit
which The Filipino people is bringing
against the impeTialist party over which
Mr. Mckinley presides. II is necessary TO
obtain an opinion favorable 10 the recog-
milton and official declaration OF our indie
pendenc5 I'm order for the Filipino Republic
10 occupy the place which belongs TO IJ to
The concert of civilized nations.
Then we must work and work much
efiul and rich 10 such a noble as wen as
arduous task the present government is
dedicated, employing all the active forces
which The generous people contribute for
resisting the invasion which eudeavors TO
crush the integrity Of our beloved soil,
usurping sovereignty empire and jurisdic-
llons which belong 10 us by natural right
Evidences of Disahection.
But certainly all the efforts which the
government is making, or may make in
future, viii not be sufficient to succeed with
30 delicate mission if the other centres.
Institutes, chiefs. and authorities do not
second its orders and commands. all NOV
ing on together-absoluteIy ALTO the
carrying out Of the plan that the Gov
eminent follows which is summed up in
The following words
Courage and justice in the interior.
cultivation and propagation abroad. Not
only IS il necessary TO struggle like brave
men and heroes on the battlefelds. but il
y further necessary 10 consecrate every
thing 10 justice and humanity
The soldier who defends the native
land. sacrifices his blood his Iife-fn the
Titanic struggle with the colossal North
American, must be also the defender of
the honor property, and hearth Of his
fellow-ciiizens, and at the same time. the
support and protection of the aged and
enemies when wounded or taken prison
er.
With such virtues we snail present
ourselves. proud of our Army. before the
great assembly which is to decide cur
Tate with the assurance OF obtaining a de-
cision favorable 10 such Just deserts The
Filipino patriot who contributes his prom
erty, his services and his Intelligence for
the regular support OF the Republic and
ot our noble and heroic army must be
also an example of unselfishness. moral
ity and honor.
'ln such garments our republic viii
present itself before the Congress of lbe
United States with high. serene 5row.
free from ali blush and stain, such as the
unfortunate and famous Rial would de-
sire and prophecy would secure.
The TagaI's burden.
For thar reason. who though uudeser-
Tedly have the honorable though very
difficult burden OF carrying on in the said
Congress the defence Of our holy cause. 7 /.
believe i1 10 be my duty 10 remind TODAY an I
the superior chiefs Of centres OF the pripci- I
pals and ideals above mentioned. in order
that each with his respective subordinates
may continue in the observance OF the 4
same from now on with more zeal and 4
care than ever in order that in the ale
cations. writings, and defence that I am
TO present 10 the future jury OF the fate
of the Philippines. ] may not be opposad /
by the enemy with arguments OF deeds
ana abuses which may prejudice I'm The .
least degree the beauty of our noble cause.
which / have, sirs the satisfaction OF an
nouncing to you has already compelled he
admiration and sympa1hies Of the mosf
eminent men Of Europe and even OF the
United States
''We must keep before our minds the
fTr
working day and night 10 enroll autOnO- /
mlsts whom they organize precisely on The I
basis OF Justice which they indicate win
the Machiavelliau purpose of euslaving thz
latter For this reason The military chiefs
must take good care not to wound the feel
lAes ana sens biiiIes q The people Cf the
Towns which they OccUpy, irving 10 recon
Gle the rigOrCus duties OF the defence with 1
considerations for the patriotic citizens.
N order 90 avoid dUeis riyalries and dis
sension with the civil elements
The Duty Of Harmony.
And il is clear that il Is incumbent also
upon the provincial chiefs and local presf-
dents TO practice such duty Of harmony ir
their relations with the army seeking ia
lend efhcae.ous and rapid aid which Is due
10 The percmplory and always urgent SER
vices q war. also we say OF The occlesf-
ssilcai aut1o--t.es and Filipino clergy that
AIE5- IE tlelr elevated ministry and ma 3
iTlotc conduct merit tbe confidence OF th=
government and The general esteem of their
fello|-cltiz izzrs- The government wishes and
desires thai they be 81 example OF ID.
virtue and charity which the Holy Narfyr
OF GoiEotha preached ia order thai their 4
fame may reach the North American Con (
gress free from an the accusations which
the fIiar-their eternal euemy-WiI heaD
together In sheets. periodicals. and other
literary works with tie internal ohjecr of
presenting before the civilized world such
q distinguished and illustri0us class as uu-
worthy Of possessing and enjoying the
rights and benefits Of the Holy Church The
clergy should rot miugie iu Civil and mill 4
tary assemblages. so that they may be prop
eFly respected ia their high functions They I
should live Il the FOOT Of the altar accord
ing 10 the regulation 0f the Archbishop
Santa Justa RuiiHa. being highly cousid-
cred and appreciated by an.
III remains for me 10 speak Of he for
eigners who reside in our territory. The
government Of republic declare them un-
der the safeguard Of the national houor.
their persons and property are guafan-
teed by cur laws. while they DO ont trans
gress them.
But much perspicacity must be used
EkE0n HERTIA