the spanish governor-general , in an order creating the same , used the following language : the cemetery and general hospital for indigent chinese having been founded and maintained by the spontaneous and fraternal contribution of their protector , merchants and industrials , benefactors of mankind , in consideration of their services to the government of the islands its internal administration , government and regime must necessarily be adjusted to the taste and traditional practices of those born and educated in china in order that the sentiments which animated the founders may be perpetually effectuated .