Ostara next touched at the Philippine Islands, arriving at San Pedro Bay, Leyte, 24 August, and at Manila, Luzon, 31 August where cargo was taken on, as well as a portion of the 43rd Army Division for transportation to Japan.
The ship Ostara docked in San Pedro Bay, Leyte on August 24th and Manila, Luzon on August 31st. Cargo was unloaded at both locations, along with a part of the 43rd Army Division which was then shipped to Japan.