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Every sales office has its share of manila folders that get used.  They seem to be a staple in any business operation.  

Here is today's useless bit of knowledge that you can impress your fellow sales pros with the next time you're taking a break:

Manila envelopes and folders are named after the Filipino capital, because they were originally made of the fibers of the Musa textilis plant, which was grown in the area. Today, manila folders and the like are made from other types of paper.

And now you know!