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Soldier letter from Manila era describes life in 1902 Far East
L B Williams of Company M 29th U S Infantry writes from Dumaguete Philippines. He reports fever and dysentery among troops, poor rations, and daily rice coffee meals. He plans a photography venture with Charles Reese and outlines travel to New York via Hong Kong Suez Egypt route. He notes natives, church services, and a social by American ladies as he hopes to return home via Australia and the Red Sea.
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Adam
Christ
Australia
Manila
Greece
U.S
Charles Reese
Amboy
Ind
Hongkong
Egypt
Red Sea
Suez Canal
New York
Tam
Weasaw
Dumaguete
Grandma
L. B. Williams