Commissioned the RPS Bukidnon at the Navy Basin at 10:00 AM. This is an 87 foot local materials boat which runs 25 knots with two 1,350 hp. Mercedes Engines from Thorneycraft, Singapore.
Then met Gov. [Isidro] Rodriguez. He seems to be straddling the political fence under the pretext of maintaining party unity. Between the Lopezes and me, he is going to be neutral. And he speaks of the Liberals seeking a coalition with him so he runs unopposed. I feel he is going to be as slippery as he has been in the past.
Had my first interview with Joe (Mr. Kingsbury Smith) after lunch with him and Eileen, his wife. I feel I have been able to convey my message that the country has progressed and overcome serious crisis.
Alex [Alejandro] Melchor [Jr.]
has said that the image of the country would be improved if my own personal image.
The panel of lawyers including Delegate Estanislao Fernandez met again tonight.
Then another interview with Joe (Kingsbury Smith).
No Official Gazette entry for this day.