of the Philippine colony is endangered by the trade which is beginning
between Mexico and China; and, having lost its best ships, colonists
are no longer sent to augment its population. Gratuities from the royal
treasury have been bestowed upon the various religious communities. The
Audiencia commends the labors of the Jesuits, but advises that a
college be not established for them, as they request, since "there
are in all this country no students to attend their teachings." The
hospitals should receive more aid from the crown. The difficulties
between the bishop and the Audiencia are explained; but they are now
adjusted, and peace prevails. It will be well to send many religious
to the islands, provided they belong to the orders already there.


The Editors

August, 1903.





Documents of 1583-85


Foundation of the Audiencia of Manila (concluded). Felipe II;
Aranjuez, May 5, 1583.
Two decrees regarding the religious. Felipe II; San Lorenzo,
June 21, 1583, and Aranjuez, April 24, 1584.
Annual income of the royal exchequer in the Philippines. Andres
Cauchela, and others; Manila, June 15-30, 1584.