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The Mountains of Luzon, the largest island, are terraced in this way for rice culture
The Mountains of Luzon, the largest island, are terraced in this way for rice culture

The Mountains of Luzon, the largest island, are terraced in this way for rice culture

Date8/3/1946
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Original Toronto Star caption: The Mountains of Luzon; the largest island; are terraced in this way for rice culture. Sugar; too; is a big item in Philippine economy. The new and first president; Manuel Roxas; has plans for new industries.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0118000F
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