In July 1901, Belknap (accompanied by his wife) sailed for the Philippines. He started on his first pay trip within two weeks after arriving in Manila. His first stop was at Calamba (on the island of Laguna), where he became ill and required surgery.
In July 1901, Belknap traveled to the Philippines with his wife. After arriving in Manila, he started working on his first pay trip within two weeks. His first port of call was Calamba, where he became ill and needed surgical care.