The Outlook for the Philippines

Capa
Century Company, 1922 - 409 páginas
 

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Página 122 - Whereas, it is, as it has always been, the purpose of the people of the United States to withdraw their sovereignty over the Philippine Islands and to recognize their independence as soon as a stable government can be established therein; and 'Whereas, for the speedy accomplishment of such
Página 320 - We regard ourselves as trustees acting not for the advantage of the United States but for the benefit of the people of the Philippine Islands. Every step we take will be taken with a view to the ultimate independence of the Islands and as a preparation for that independence/
Página 319 - I trust that within a generation the time will arrive when the Filipinos can decide for themselves whether it is well for them to become independent or to continue under the protection of a strong and disinterested power, able to guarantee to the Islands order at home and protection from foreign invasion.
Página 319 - When they have learned the principles of successful popular self-government from a gradually enlarged experience therein, we can discuss the question whether independence is what they desire and grant it, or whether they prefer the retention of a closer association with the country which by its guidance has unselfishly led them on to better conditions.
Página 269 - to foster by all adequate means, and in a systematic, rapid and complete manner, the moral, material, economic, social and political development of those regions, always having in view the aim of rendering permanent the mutual intelligence between and complete fusion of all the Christian and NonChristian elements populating the provinces of the Archipelago.
Página 69 - Conditions here and in Cuba are practically alike. War exists, battles are of almost daily occurrence, ambulances bring in many wounded and hospitals are full. Prisoners are brought here and shot without trial, and Manila is under martial law. The crown forces have not been able to dislodge a rebel army within ten miles of Manila, and last
Página 74 - Compatriots: Divine Providence is about to place independence within our reach, and in a way the most free and independent nation could hardly wish for. "The Americans, not from mercenary motives, but for the sake of humanity and the lamentations of so many persecuted people, have considered it opportune to extend their protecting mantle to our beloved country.
Página 321 - to withdraw their sovereignty over the Philippine Islands and to recognize their independence as soon as a stable government can be established therein.
Página 90 - It is a government which has practically been administering the affairs of that great island, Luzon, since the American possession of Manila, which is certainly better than the former administration. It had a properly formed Cabinet and Congress, the members of which, in appearance and manners, would compare favorably with Japanese statesmen.
Página 74 - and in a way the most free and independent nation could hardly wish for. "The Americans, not from mercenary motives, but for the sake of humanity and the lamentations of so many persecuted people, have considered it opportune to extend their protecting mantle to our beloved country.

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