April 26.-Lieutenant Sommer reports that a band of ladrones armed with 2 revolvers, 15 rifles, and about 50 bolos attacked Malinao at 7 p. m.

May 5.-Lieutenant Ward and 30 men struck Capt. Marcos Ymiter and his band; wounded the captain, captured 48 prisoners, 66 bolos, 1 air gun, 2 revolvers, and many papers with information as to Gen. Augustin Saria and Col. Tito Saculo.

Three bull carts with provisions for Señor José Sanchez, of Ligao, were attacked by a band of riflemen halfway between Ligao and Guinobatan.

May 6.-Captain Fletcher and his muchacho were fired on at 6 a. m. Says that about 12 men armed with rifles and 25 with bolos were present.

May 21.-Detachment of constabulary under command of Lieutenant Carothers, and detachment of scouts under command of Lieutenant Pyle, struck Lieut. Col. Magno Ragel's camp at daylight, 15 miles west of Marigondon, killing Magno Ragel, and capturing 1 Colt's revolver, caliber .38. Short fight, with no casualities among Government troops.

May 23.-Lieutenant Scott found small band of ladrones near Camagon, Guinobatan; killed 3; also destroyed many insurgent uniforms.

May 26.-Sergeant Short and 11 men, as guards for rice train, were attacked by 40 men armed with rifles, and about 20 with bolos 17 miles from post. Fight lasted about half an hour. Constabulary lost 1 soldier captured, 1 killed, and 2 rifles and belts lost.

May 27.-Lieutenant Wright had engagement with insurgents at Tolong, near Malinao, killing 3 and wounding 2. No casualties among soldiers.

May 29.-Lieutenant Ward had skirmish with Augustin Saria's band on Mount Buhi, killing 2 and capturing 2.

May 30.—Lieutenant Buenaventura reports capture of 26 ladrones, including 3 wounded bolomen. Engagement on top of Magandong Mountain. Volunteers rendered good service.

June 7.-Lieutenant Neill struck band of bolomen near Guinobatan, killing 1. June 8.-A band of some 40 or 50 ladrones entered the pueblo of Castillo, Sorsogon, took 3 revolvers from the municipal police and robbed a Chino of $1,500.

June 10.-A band of ladrones entered the pueblo of Malinao about 8 p. m., killing I volunteer and wounding 2 others.

June 11.-Lieutenant Scott captured 3 bolomen near Guinobatan, and 5 more presented to him later in the day.

June 11.---Lieutenant Kellermeyer struck band of bolomen near Catamblagnan, killing 3.

June 12.-Second-Class Private José Penis, constabulary of Albay, was killed near Guinobatan by constabulary patrol. The commanding officer at Guinobatan suspected that supplies were being carried out to the ladrones, and so placed a guard around the town after dark. About 9 p. m. Private Penis, in company with 3 companions, approached one of the posts, coming from the direction of the hills. On being challenged by the guard the challenged party opened fire on the guard, which was replied to, resulting in the killing of Private Penis. It is not known who his companions were.

June 13.-The volunteers of Oas captured 5 bolomen.

June 19.-A band of bolomen robbed an empty bull train between Camalig and Guinobatan, taking 4 carabaos.

June 20.-Lieutenant Swann struck band that stole carabaos on 19th, killing 1 ladrone and capturing the carabaos.

AMBOS CAMARINES.

Notwithstanding its close proximity to the more troublesome provinces of Albay and Tayabas, the province of Ambos Camarines is almost free from the taint of ladronism. This condition has, to an extent, been brought about by the energy and diplomatic abilities of Capt. James Ross, the provincial governor, who has not only lent his ready aid and support to the constabulary, but has in certain instances personally accompanied expeditions, advising and assisting in bringing to a culmination the present enviable condition of tranquillity now prevailing. Considering that fact, so conducive to discontent, that the rice crops for several seasons have been failures, and the natural ensuing exorbitant prices demanded for rice and other food stuffs, as well as the dearth of draft animals caused by the prevalent epidemics and unusual mortality among horses and carabaos, thereby making successful marketing of hemp difficult, the present conditions are remarkable.

July, 1902.-Town of Ragay entered by ladrone band of 14 riflemen and 40 bolomen under Valerio, who took from police 2 revolvers and small amount of ammunition, although police were well armed. Detachment of constabulary went in pursuit, captured 8 of them, who were tried and sentenced to long terms of imprisonment.

The constabulary is keeping this bandit on the move, to the extent that he has no further time to think of raiding towns.

December 9, 1902.-Report received that ladrones had been seen off coast of Pasacao. Further inquiry proved that they were armed with 1 revolver and a number of bolos. Detachment of constabulary was sent in pursuit, but were unable to encounter them.

December 14.-Telephone line from Cao to Nueva Cáceres completed.

January 21.-Large fire in Nueva Cáceres; 14 houses burned. The prompt and efficient work of Lieutenant Arthur, supply officer, together with the constabulary soldiers, prevented a greater destruction of property.

February 5.-Band of ladrones reported off coast of Pasacao. The garrison pursued them to Guinayangan, Tayabas, at which place the senior inspector of the constabulary of Tayabas was notified of the circumstances, the detachment from Camarines returning to Nueva Cáceres.

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March 18.-Band of Albay ladrones under Modesto Belima entered barrio Buranburan, of Buhi, carrying away with them 2 men and 3 women. Bodies of men taken were found next day murdered. Constabulary garrison pursued band into Albay Province. During this month many reports were received of ladrones entering Camarines from Albay. However, upon investigation these reports were substantiated, but from this time the Albay border was more closely guarded. May 26.-During this month active operations were carried on against Albay ladrones who had taken refuge among the Negritos of Camarines, in the jurisdiction of Buhi. The activity of the constabulary caused them to leave the province. constabulary officers, 2 scout officers, 117 enlisted men of the constabulary, 60 enlisted men of the scouts, and 227 men of the volunteers participated in the movement, which was carried on for three days-May 26, 27, and 28.

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Conditions in this province have been excellent, the last organized band having surrendered at Palanas in October, 1902, this having been brought about by the energy and efficient administration of the then senior inspector, First Lieut. Christian Grossman.

July 14, 1902.-Pablo Salano, a "Cazador" agitator, was captured in barrio of Limbujan. This man was in full uniform, and stated that he came to that place in obedience to superior orders to learn the sentiments of the people with a view to organizing a "Partido de Cazadores."

July 16.-The "teniente" of the barrio of Alegria arrested a Cazador agitator and turned him over to the authorities. Mateo Mallades, resident of Masbate, murdered Toribio de los Reyes at Masbate and escaped. Constabulary in pursuit.

July 17.-Detachment of constabulary discovered and burned à ladrone cuartel in mountains at Cataingan.

September 20.-Capt. F. J. Linforth relieved First Lieut. Christian Grossman as senior inspector.

September 26.-Second-Class Private Tranquilino Banaag accidentally shot himself, dying from effects of wound October 8.

October 2.-Private Bayaguga accidentally shot and killed Second-Class Private Aleman. The former was tried for criminal carelessness and sentenced to six months' imprisonment by court of first instance.

January 5, 1903.-Two notorious ladrone leaders from Samar were captured in Cataingan. In their possession were found letters addressed to "Emilio Aguinaldo, Presidente politico-militar de las islas Filipinas," containing seditious matter, one statement in particular being made that the American Government had violated the treaty made at the time of the surrender of the insurgents under Colonel Guevarra. A considerable sum of money which had been stolen from a municipality in Samar by these men was recovered.

February 24.-Six prisoners escaped from the provincial jail. The sentinel and corporal of the guard, both employed by the province, were asleep when the escape was made. These men were tried by the court of first instance and suitable sentences awarded.

June 16.-Provincial building was entered by thieves and safe containing money and other valuables, papers, etc., was stolen from the office of the provincial treasThis is being investigated by the constabulary.

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MINDANAO.

The organization of the constabulary in this province was begun September 26, 1902, at which date Capt. Howard W. Barton, accompanied by Second Lieut. Charles J.

Perry and Subinspector Manuel Romoris arrived at Calapan. Municipal presidentes were at once notified that recruits were desired and the work of organization rapidly progressed, although some difficulty was and is yet experienced in securing desirable recruits. Since this date Lieutenants Shutan, as supply officer, Mannison, and Ashe, and Subinspectors Basa and Garong have been assigned for duty in this province. Lieutenant Hearn, with 20 men from headquarters troop, Philippine Constabulary, Manila, was temporarily assigned, arriving in Calapan March 14, 1903.

The death by drowning of Second Lieut. Charles J. Perry, on January 8, 1903, was a sad loss both to the provincial and constabulary authorities, and is sincerely regretted by all.

The conditions as to peace have been fairly good notwithstanding the scarcity of and exorbitant prices demanded for rice and other food stuffs. So far as known there exists but one organized band of outlaws in this province, which band is under the command of one Valeriano Gasio, a Mestizo, who has great influence with the lower classes, who have elected him governor. Reports indicate that he possesses about 50 rifles.

The island of Lubang has been until recently a resort for Cavite, Batangas, and Tayabas outlaws. A detachment of constabulary, however, under command of Lieut. Henry Gilhauser, is now stationed there, which it is thought will prevent future migrations of ladrones to that island.

September 27.-Captain Barton, Lieutenant Perry, and Subinspector Rameris arrived at Calapan. Organization commenced.

December 25.-Party of ladrones armed with spears entered town of Bulalacao, but were driven away by inhabitants, 1 ladrone being killed.

January 2, 1903.-Constabulary furnished permanent guard for provincial jail. Second Lieut. Charles J. Perry, supply officer, was drowned while attempting to ford the Pulantubig River, while with Governor Offley and Captain Barton, going from Calapan to Naujan.

February 11.-Town of Naujan attacked by Gusio, who had with him his entire band. After five hours' fighting the constabulary succeeded in driving him back to the mountains, capturing 75 of his men, 45 of whom were sentenced by the court of first instance to imprisonment and fine of from three months and 200 pesos to eighteen years and 10,000 pesos.

March 2.-First Lieut. E. E. Manison relieved Captain Barton as senior inspector. March 23.-Subinspector Carlos Basa, newly appointed, reported for duty. April 5.-Lieutenant Hearn, with detachment, had engagement near Naujan, killing 1 ladrone and capturing 2.

April 9.-Constabulary garrison at Naujan captured 5 ladrones of Gasio's band. April 14.-Lieutenants Hearn and Ashe struck Gasio's camp in foothills of Mount Halcon. Captured 5 ladrones and valuable papers and destroyed many ladrone uniforms, cuartel, rice, etc.

April 24.-Expedition composed of Governor Offley, Lieutenants Manison, Philippine Constabulary, and Lawton, Thirtieth U. S. Infantry, with constabulary and scout detachments, left Salayan to cross Mindoro.. Arrived at Naujan April 30. Bandits fired on party, but were dispersed, 1 ladrone being killed.

April 27.-Garrison at Naujan captured 2 ladrones with 1 Remington rifle and full belt of ammunition.

April 28.-Gusio made overtures with a view to conditional surrender, which was denied to him.

May 11.-Lieutenant Hearn captured 1 officer and 9 men of Gasio's band near Naujan.

May 12.-Subinspector Basa captured 11 rifles and servant of Gasio in vicinity of Sablayan.

June 2.-Antonio Paloya and Basilo Nilang, officers under Gasio, surrendered to Lieutenant Hearn at Naujan.

June 9.-Private Francisco Sulo shot and killed by private Severino Pasos, who is bound over for trial before the court of first instance.

June 10.-Subinspector returned from expedition in vicinity of Pola and west of Laguna county reports Gasio's band badly demoralized by reason of constabulary

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June 10.-Subinspector Basa captured 1 rifle.

June 14.-Constabulary detachment near Pola captured 1 Remington rifle and number of ladrones.

June 20.-Capt. Harrison O. Fletcher relieved First Lieut. C. E. Manison as senior inspector.

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PARAGUA.

[From July 1 to December 31, 1902.]

This province has been remarkably peaceful. No organized ladronism exists or has existed, and but few crimes of any nature have been reported. The people are industrious and very pronounced "Americanistas."

The constabulary under command of First Lieut. Lemuel E. Boren, the senior inspector, have reached a high state of efficiency. Their work has been confined almost exclusively to the serving of warrants and general routine duties. There have been received at various times reports of the existence of piracy along the Paraguan coast, but even the most exaggerated reports of this nature do not indicate that these pirates are more than ordinary ladrones temporarily organized to commit some particular theft or petty crime, after the commission of which they disband and return to their former occupations.

Third Lieut. A. LeRoy Brown relieved First Lieutenant Boren as supply officer August 1, 1902, being himself relieved by Third Lieut. William S. Tabberrah on December 24, 1902, and assigned to duty in the provinces. Subinspector José Romasanta was assigned September 19, 1902, to duty in this province.

No operations have occurred. Patrols are, however, frequently made, and the senior inspector has familiarized himself with conditions existing in the many small islands comprised in this province.

This province was turned over to the jurisdiction of the third constabulary district December 31, 1902.

ROMBLON.

Conditions existing in this province are excellent, and have been so from date of first constabulary organization. However a few organized outlaws are in hiding in the hills near San Fernando in the island of Sibuyan. Rumors have also been heard of arms supposed to have been landed on the island of Carabao, but careful investigation has failed to substantiate these rumors. The people are industrious and the land renders quick return for their labor.

Capt. Leon J. Pellé was relieved as senior inspector by Third Lieutenant Maabe temporarily on February 3. On April 9 Lieutenant Maabe was relieved as senior inspector by Lieutenant McMurry. On October 1 Lieutenant Sweet was relieved as supply officer by Lieutenant McMurry.

July 5, 1902.-Pablo Muros, a notorious bandit and murderer, who has been an outlaw since 1897, was captured by constabulary on the island of Sibuyan. While bringing this man to Romblon he escaped the guard by jumping into the sea. The following day his body was washed ashore. An inquest was held and the captors were completely exonerated.

October 1.-Lieutenant Sweet was relieved as supply officer by Lieutenant McMurry, October 3.-A municipal policeman of San Fernando murdered a woman and fled to the mountains. After a few days' search he was apprehended by the constabulary. November 22.-Private Antonio Jadregays was shot and severely wounded by one Apolonio Franscisco, a native of Romblon, who was immediately apprehended by the constabulary.

December 20.-Constabulary detachment captured one Lucio Ripel, a notorious outlaw, on the island of Sibuyan.

March 26.-Office of the provincial treasurer was entered and robbed of a considerable amount of money.

May 21.-Constabulary arrested Timoteo de la Cruz, charged with robbing provincial treasurer.

May 21-Simon Bingamin and Pedro Garcia, outlaws from Capiz Province, were arrested by constabulary detachment at Romblon.

June 1.-Rumors were rife that inhabitants were going to rebel, which caused great excitement. Developments and investigation proved the report to have been groundless.

SORSOGON.

Conditions in this province have greatly improved since the capture of Calache and his band on May 24, 1902; however, some of his followers still remain out, the most important among these being Esteban Diño, Franscisco Espejo, Juan and Rufino Fruto, and one Bilon, with several guns and apparently plenty of ammunition, and a following of bandits who operated (especially Diño) alternately on the northern coast of Samar and in Sorsogon.

July 3-Private Donato Garra, while member of escort to provincial officials, accidentally shot and killed a Chinaman at Gubat. Garra has been held for trial before the court of first instance.

July 26.-Private Marcelino Mellino shot and killed Private Fulgencio Lumberio in a private quarrel. Mellino has been held for trial. He claims that the shooting was accidental.

August 18.-Detachment of constabularly consisting of 9 enlisted men, in charge of Sergeant Dellesa, encountered Diño and Espejo with about 60 men near barrio of Talaonga, Santa Magdalong. The bandits had about 5 guns and many bolos. The constabulary was fired on from front. They returned fire and were advancing rapidly when rushed by bolomen from ambush on right side of trail, resulting in the killing of Sergeant Dellesa and 2 soldiers and the wounding of 2 privates. The remaining 5 soldiers, closely followed by the frenzied bolomen, escaped as best they could, 1 going to Santa Magdalena and the others to Bulusan. The constabulary lost in this engagement 1 Krag carbine, 3 Springfield carbines, and 2 revolvers. The ladrones' casualties were estimated at 3 wounded and 1 killed, the leader, Espejo, being severely wounded. The conduct of this detachment was commendable and, although they were greatly outnumbered, their defense was stubborn.

August 20.-Detachment of constabulary encountered ladrones under Espejo. After stubborn resistance Espejo was captured and 4 of his men were killed. Espejo was operated upon by the military surgeon at Sorsogon by reason of wound received on the 18th, but did not survive the operation. After capture he stated that about 17 of his band had left on a parao for Samar, taking some arms with them.

September 8.-Lieutenant Pulay succeeded in discovering some of the arms lost by the constabulary at Talaonga, which arms had been buried near Santa Magdalena by the followers of Espejo, which were as follows: 1 Krag carbine, 1 Springfield carbine, 1 Colt's revolver, 1 web belt, 1 sword and scabbard, and 119 rounds of ammunition for carbine and revolver.

September 16.-Esteban Diño, Emeterio Fullio, Margarita Pullio, and Catalina Purical surrendered to constabulary garrison at Bulusan. The last two were women, who had been posing as saints, and did much to keep the "anting-anting" trouble alive. They had been in the hills inciting the mountain people for over a year. This surrender brings in all the ladrone leaders in Sorsogon Province with the exception of Bilon, who escaped to Samar and took with him 2 or 3 Springfield carbines. September 30.-Lieutenant Swann apprehended and arrested in the town of Libog the murderer of the sergeant of police at Bulusan. A Colt's revolver, caliber .45, with ammunition and a dagger, were taken from him.

October 12.-Lieutenant Wright, with 8 soldiers, en route from Magallanes to Densol, in a parao, were capsized in a squall; they were in the water seven hours, and were finally rescued by native fishermen. Five Springfield carbines were lost and 1 belt with 50 rounds of ammunition, together with clothing, blankets, etc., property of the men. The recovery of the arms and property was impossible.

January 17.-The Island of Burias was assigned to the Sorsogon Constabulary per verbal orders of the chief of constabulary.

January 19.-Capt. F. X. Linforth, Philippines Constabulary, arrived in Sorsogon from Masbate, relieving Capt. Harvey P. Nevill as senior inspector of the province. January 5.-Captain Linforth, while scouting over the Albay line, encountered Toledo's force of over 30 riflemen and about 100 bolomen. Captain Linforth, notwithstanding that his detachment was small, attacked them vigorously and endeavored to drive them back. The engagement lasted over an hour when the constabulary were compelled to retire, having lost 2 men, privates Jacob and Joven killed, who were left on the field. No arms were lost. The bandits lost 10 killed, and Toledo's second in command, Captain Valerio, was severely wounded. Sergeant Vidal, of Sorsogon, who was a major under Belarmino during the insurrection and a companion of Toledo, stood up during the fight, while Toledo was urging his bolomen to greater exertion, and called out, "Toledo, do you know me? I know you well enough. Come down here with your macheteros yourself." The challenge was not accepted by Toledo. Sergeant Vidal himself shot Captain Valerio while he, with Toledo, was urging the bolomen to the attack. Captain Linforth and his detachment deserve great credit for the valiant manner in which they stubbornly fought this unequal engagement.

April 19.-Eight prisoners escaped from provincial jail, none of whom have yet been captured, although every effort is being made to that end. They are now supposed to be with Ola in Albay Province.

May 13.-First Lieut. Christian Crossman, Philippines Constabulary, died at Sor

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