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Streetlife

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November 27th 2006
Hello folks from Manila. Before we begin we would like to welcome two new additions to our readership (is that a word?) Amy's sister Andrea and her husband Steve had a baby girl; Cora Margaret Harrington, at lunch time (GMT) yesterday. We also need to belatedly welcome baby Michael Ferris, first child to Mick and Barbara. Big kisses to Mick, Barbara, Andrea, Steve, Mikey and of course the two l ... read more

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more