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Antiquated Topography and Trade of the Philippine Islands
A detailed historical overview of the Philippines describing geography from Formosa to Borneo, major islands Luzon and Mindanao, Manila’s population, and regional towns. It notes governance under governors and commanders, fortifications at Mavila, colonial tax structure, and key exports like hemp, sugar, copra, tobacco, and coffee. Trade figures for 1894–95 are given along with imports, telegraph and railway buildout, currency, and foreign money controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippine Islands
Formosa
Borneo
Luzon
Mindaoao
Philippines
Manila
Laong
Lipa
Banang
Batangas
Negritos
Mavila
Tbacco
Cebu
Hong Kong
Saigon
Singapore
Australia
Japan
United Kingdom
Hongkong and
Amoy
Spain
British India
Lindila
Tloilo
J Islands