The United States and its Territories, 1870 - 1925: The Age of Imperialism

The development of Philippine politics

120 THE D:VELOPMENT OF PHILIPPINE POLITICS measure at present since the treaty of peace has not been ratified, and also on account of the friendly attitude of the Government in Washington in sending here a special commission and also on account of the consequences of an outbreak of hostilities, consequences which might be fatal to the country. It was unanimously agreed to inform the American General that the outrages committed by the force under his command are steadily increasing the excitement among the people who indeed may themselves rise and attack in spite of the warnings of the government. Fifth. It was agreed that the President of the Council should issue a letter of advice to the newspaper editors, recommending them to adopt a sensible and moderate attitude, and not an insulting or provoking one; any question of race is to be avoided. LIalolos, 24, January 1399. (Signed) APO. LIA31 I. (1) About this time there were possibly thrc elements, groups, or tendencies within the revolutionary camps. The peace element, which wanted peace at any cost under America; Mabini and his followers who would insist upon lhe recognition of Philippine independence; and somewhat like him, those of the war faction. The third group naturally were againist peace and in sympathy with Mabini; although Mabini was not completely of their own way of thinking, for he was essentially a believer in government respecting the laws, whereas certain of the war people-of the officials, especially-were rather for despotic government. Both of the latter were one in opposing the idea of unconditional peace with the United States. The Revolutionary Congress The Revolutionary Congress met in the church of Barasoain near Malolos, Bulacan, on September 15, 1898. It was a historic gathering of Filipinos. As we have seen, the second revolt was supported by the best elements of the country, and in this congress were found the most prominent figures of the time. Even such a critical writer as Taylor could not but admit that "the men who composed J this body were among the ablest natives of the archi(1) Taylor, Vol. III Exhibit 626.

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The development of Philippine politics
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Kalaw, Maximo M. (Maximo Manguiat), 1891-
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Manila: P.I., Oriental commercial company, inc.,
[c1927?]
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Philippines -- Politics and government

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