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The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898

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Many of them, if the father did not go, would compel me to write to your Majesty for their amendment; but, as he is being sent, I shall let them go, referring you to all that the said father may relate.

I only beg that at this time, when the opportunity is so good, and within the lifetime of your Majesty, an entrance may be made into these Chinese realms, and they and the neighboring countries be brought to the knowledge of the holy Catholic faith, and to the service and dominion of your Majesty.
The affairs of this Audiencia are, through the goodness of God, in order and peace at present--although in times past it has not been so, for there was some contention between your president and auditors, over filling certain offices of the Audiencia.

The appointments to them belonged, it seems, according to your royal laws, to the Audiencia.

There was a question as to whether the president was to confirm the appointments made by him as governor, in your royal name, by Don Phelipe, and with your royal seal.

It seems that this is quite to the disadvantage of the Audiencia.


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