Aparri
a seaport on N Luzon, in the N Philippines.
Historical Examples
Aparri is an absolutely unfortified seaport, at which the Japanese could land an army overnight from the southern end of Formosa.
The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 James H. Blount
All hands then descended the river to the town of Abulúg, and proceeded overland to Aparri.
The Philippines Past and Present (Volume 2 of 2) Dean Conant Worcester
At Aparri the visitors were cordially welcomed by Colonel Tirona, and much fêted.
The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 James H. Blount
All the tobacco of the Valley reaches the world through Aparri; it is consequently a port of considerable importance.
The Head Hunters of Northern Luzon From Ifugao to Kalinga Cornelis De Witt Willcox
It is sent down the river to Aparri, from whence it is shipped to Manila.
The Inhabitants of the Philippines Frederic H. Sawyer
Of Aparri itself little can be said here: but, small as it is, it has nevertheless the bustle of all seaports in activity.
The Head Hunters of Northern Luzon From Ifugao to Kalinga Cornelis De Witt Willcox
Coasting steamers with about twelve feet draught cross the bar of the Rio Grande and lie at Aparri.
The Inhabitants of the Philippines Frederic H. Sawyer
Accompanied by twenty-two heathens he goes to Aparri, where the alcalde-mayor bestows honors and titles upon them.
The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 Various
They were well supplied with food and clothing, and comfortably lodged on their arrival at the Port of Aparri.
The Philippine Islands John Foreman
Aparri, on the Rio Grande, near its mouth, is the commercial port of Cagayan.
The Great White Tribe in Filipinia Paul T. Gilbert
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