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THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS 



As a result of these repeated experiences, the style adopted in 

 the erection of buildings, especially of the better class of dwell- 

 ings and stores, has been modified to meet these emergencies ; 

 consequently the liability to destruction and damage has been 

 lessened. The islands are all well watered by rivers, streams, 

 and lakes. ' Many of the latter are of large size, particularly the 

 Laguna de Bay (Bay lake), which nearly bisects the island of 

 Luzon. Mindanao derives its name from an Indian phrase in- 

 dicating the abundance of its lakes. - 



NEW CATHEDRAL AT MANILA, WITH RUINED TOWER OF OLD STRUCTURE 



By courtesy of Leslie's Weekly 



In consequence of the island of Luzon having the capital and 

 a very large proportion of the white residents located upon it, 

 the interior is better known than that of many of the other 

 islands. Its scenery, although mountainous, is charmingly di- 

 versified and will compare favorably with any of the countries 

 of farther Asia. Its large lakes and rivers, broad plains and 

 fertile valleys, teeming with luxuriant tropical vegetation and 

 noble forests, add both to its beauties and productive capabilities. 



ANIMALS 



If a land connection ever existed between the Philippines and 

 Borneo, the separation must have occurred long ages ago. It 



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