Mr. Hill to the Duke de Arcos.

[Personal.]

My Dear Mr. Minister: I quote for your information the following cablegram received from the military governor of the Philippine Islands, and dated the 10th instant:

Shipped for Spain to-day 13 officers, 258 men, Spanish army, released from insurgents, 17 wives and children.

Very truly, yours,

David J. Hill,
Acting Secretary.