Rensselaer Journal, Volume 12, Number 1, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 June 1902 — FILIPINO AMAZON WITH A RECORD [ARTICLE]

FILIPINO AMAZON WITH A RECORD

Tk« Lata “Macabobe Marla," a Warrior and Spy. War 1b apt to produce eccentric and romantic characters. The names of Molly Pitcher of the revolution, and Belle Boyd, the confederate spy, are more firmly fixed'in the minds of the readers of American history than some of the leading generals of the contending armies. The Philippine war is no exception to the rule. "Macabebe Marie,” who died recently, was known to every soldier in the Philippines, and was considered one of the shrewdest spies in the American service. At one time she was attached to Gen. Funston’s personal staff. Originally this woman was an insurgent captain, but the government of Aguinaldo failed to keep its promises with her, and she left it to join the Americans. It seems that Aguinaldo, as commander-m-chief, issued an order that any officer who might be wounded while in service would receive fifty pesos. “Macabebe Marie” was wounded and claimed the bounty. Before she heard from Aguinaldo she received two more wounds and then asked for 150 pesos. Her claims wese rejected and she deserted. She is said to have been a very beautiful woman and quite accomplished. Her husband was killed by the Spanish forces and she took his place. When the American forces landed she was attached to Aguinaldo’s personal command. Her favorite attack was from ambush, at which she became an adept.