Old Manila IV
The following images give us an interesting glimpse into the “kinder, gentler” Manila at the turn of the 20th century. They were received by email without attribution as to their source.
Bahay Nakpil-Bautista Through the Years
Bahay Nakpil-Bautista has remained essentially unchanged for 95 years after it was rebuilt by Dr. Ariston Bautista in 1914. Prior to that, the Nakpils were already living in two houses on the same property along Barbosa St. (now called A. Bautista St.).
Old Manila III
Here’s yet another 8 minute long YouTube post featuring old Manila entitled, Port O’ Call Castillian Memoirs – Manila (ca. 1930). Enjoy!
Old Manila II
This 10 minute YouTube video, entitled Manila, Queen of the Pacific is dated ca. 1938. It doesn’t show Quiapo but it is a great look back just the same. Check your speakers. This one’s got sound.
Old Manila on YouTube
I ran across this 6 and a half minute long documentary film clip showing turn of the century Manila on YouTube. Unfortunately, it’s a no-talkie but it is set to music of the era. Still, I found it enjoyable.