was the Pistia floating in waves as in Africa. The boat left the wharf at 4 P.M. A large number of Americans were there to bid us goodbye. The sunset at the mouth of Manila bay was gorgeous brilliant golden. At dark we passed the fortified island of Corregidor at the entrance to the bay. (1) Weather absolutely smooth sea or even swell! I have never seen or heard a body of water as the China Sea & found it was smooth as a Vail Pond. A Petersburg canal could have done as well. No wildlife. Saw a few flying fish. A dance on the boat deck took place at night. (2) On the morning we sighted several islands in front of