Aug 10 2008 by Gerard Fernandez

VOL. 35

No. 9

No prosecutor to hear cases in 1st district

s if justice delayed is justice denied is not enough, in Guihulngan DOJ, where there are much pending criminal cases for prosecution, there is not a single prosecutor to handle preliminary inves-tigations and hot cases are being dropped when the reglamentary period lapses. This is more than justice denied. It is justice becoming an inutile tool of redressing human wrongs. According to provincial prosecutor Diosdado “Yoyong” Hermosa to DYEM ENERGY FM’S “Dumaguete Tonight “ show, the one designated, who is Fiscal Constantino Trinidad, has not yet assumed for reasons he did not know. The earlier fiscal assigned, Prosec. Apolonio Diputado, Jr., has declined the assignment for health reasons. Fiscal Trinidad should be able to sit in the Turn to page 23

Dumaguete

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AUGUST 10, 2008

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MATTER OF TIME? BY FLORENCE BAESA

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t’s just a matter of time when we will finish them off,” says the military. On the other hand, the rebels say: “Catch us if you can….” In what is known as the longest running and protracted insurgency conflict in Philippine history. The army seems to be pouring all it has, not from its arsenal but from its conviction, that insurgency can only be solved by winning the hearts and minds of the people. Of course there are support battalions, helicopters based in Cebu, howitzers and armored vehicles, those normal tools of war. But winning the hearts of the people, and sustained confidence building is the most important factor said Lt. Col. Erwin Bernard Neri, 79th Infantry Battalion Commander. This means schools, roads, medicine, education, engineering brigades and immersions which can make people secure in their homes at night without fear of being harassed and molested by lawless elements. In short, the presence of government to help, protect, educate, and motivate the community for progress. This is the new role of the Army and its massive presence in Oriental Negros who admittedly consume time and effort in rounding up less than a hundred armed men who deploy hit and run tactics. Rebel paraphernalia captured in raid of six NPA camps recently. THE LEGAL FRONTS. lations filed by legal fronts of the Communist Party of Group (IALAG) which is tasked in replying point to But the most difficult part is the fil- the Philippines. This psychological warfare of fight- point all court charges against the military by the ing counter charges of human rights vio- ing insurgency in court through the legal front is now legal fronts. addressed by the joint Inter-Agency Legal Assistance Turn to page 23

VP NOLI: Mr. Low-Cost Housing VP Noli: easy-term Macias to investigate house loans now await RP workers

ice-President Noli “Kabayan” de Castro once again stressed the administration’s anti-poverty agenda by making it possible for more families to buy their own homes at monthly amortizations that rival average house rentals. “If you have been renting your homes, you cannot even own them. You will also have a greater chance to be evicted if you can no longer afford to pay the monthly rent,” De Castro emphasized, saying that it is their shared goal with President Arroyo, at least before their terms end in 2010, to empower VP Noli “Kabayan” de Castro groundbreaks both the NorthVille and Bais High- even minimum wage earners to belands housing projects of Lotiff & Land Congenerics. L-R: Fermin Arzaga, Louie come lot owners Turn to page 23 Tijing, Constancio Sia, Mayor Tata & Councilor Karen Villanueva.

absentee farm techs BY DEMS REY DEMECILLO overnor Emilio Macias II ordered the investigation of agriculture technical personnel, especially in far flung areas of the province, who are reportedly always absent and file incorrect data reports. As a result, the Department of Agriculture main office does not have the accurate picture of the actual situation of the industry in the province.

Macias said that he has already created a team that would verify the reports coming from the field offices of the agriculture department. If the reports are found to be fake and doctored, the authors, the governor vowed, will not only be re-

moved from office but also prosecuted for falsification of public documents. But some pundits pointed out that many agriculture personnel are political appointees who abuse the goodwill of their political godfathers to the prejudice of Turn to page 23

“STOP CONFORMING WITH WHAT YOU ALWAYS LOVE TO SATIATE.”

August 10, 2008

PNP demotes town cop for asking money C BY DRT DEMECILLO

ommission on Human Rights Special Investigator Jesus Cañete bared that a policeman assigned in the town of Sta. Catalina has been demoted to the next lower rank after he was found administratively liable for Serious Irregularity in the Performance of Duty by the Police Regional Office -7 headed by P/Chief Supt. Ronald Dulay Roderos. It was the CHR which receiving money” from a sought the lawman’s pros- certain widow identified as ecution. PO2 Reynaldo E. Catalina Maghuyop, whose Ellamil was punished for “in- husband was allegedly killed sinuating, demanding and by one Tomas Lantao on

June 3, 2006. However, Ellamil insinuated to the complainant that he needed money for the filing fee and bus fare in going to the Provincial Prosecutor’s Office in Dumaguete City for the actual filing of the criminal case against Lantao. In defense, PO2 Ellamil admitted of receiving some P 1,100.00 from the widow but claimed it was given voluntarily to him

for legal fees and pocket money. However, the PNP said that “no legal fee is being charged for the filing of criminal case for manslaughter before any Prosecutor’s office nationwide.” Therefore, the act of asking and receiving money from the private complainant was deemed “irregular and unethical if not unscrupulous.”

TOP OF THE WEEK NFA set to open more rice outlets

ational Food Authority Provincial Manager Sergio Balofinos, Jr. vowed to increase the number of Tindahan Natin outlets especially in remote barangays and depressed communities to serve the local population of more than 1.3 million. At present, there are but there are about 240 about 160 NFA outlets sell- Tindahan Natin outlets. ing government subsidized Balofinos, who asrice and Balofinos pointed sumed his post here a few out that in Capiz, which was weeks ago, assured that his previous assignment, has Negros Oriental has only about 713,000 residents Turn to page 19

Authorities tighten noose vs. gangsters xpect the authorities now to use a firmer hand in dealing with members of street gangs who have been causing a lot of fear and anxiety among peace loving citizens with their sporadic clashes and riots punctuated by stabbings, mauling and shootings. The city of Dumaguete ship in any street gang per has more than a dozen street se is not a crime. The two gangs have gangs but the most notorious and meanest among them been wrangling over some are the arch rivals Crips and very inconsequential issues Bloods. PNP Provincial Di- like violation of imaginary rector Augusto Marquez Jr. territorial boundaries, peris seeking the branding of sonal disputes and rows over Crips and Bloods as crimi- girlfriends and Turn to page 19 nal groups although member-

BY DEMS REY T. DEMECILLO

PNP to go full press in legal offensive

hile the Armed Forces of the Philippines is intensifying its combat operations against members of the New People’s Army, the Philippine National Police will concentrate more on winning the legal battles not only against the communist rebels but also against the militant groups and indi- Sr. Supt. Augusto Marquez viduals who are report- Jr. heads the Inter-Agency edly “legally harassing” Legal Action Group or soldiers and policemen. IALAG which would defend Negros Oriental Police Provinclal Office Director Turn to page 21

critical repor ting reporting

HOW MEDIA SEES IT, AND NOT OTHERS

BY ELY P. DEJARESCO

(email: elydejaresco@yahoo.com)

PAG-IBIG Housing is a sure way of owning your modest house

he government has finally found a way of solving the housing needs of the average Filipino family who can ill afford to buy the luxury of condominiums, but can readily earn enough to finance a modest housing unit. This is now the need of most Filipinos and thanks to the office of the Vice President Noli de Castro whose office has teamed up with the HOME DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL FUND, or the Pag-ibig Development housing in building low-cost housing units all over the country. The Pagibig fund is raised from monthly salary deductions of every employee, public or private, with the counter part of the employer. Very lately, such housing units have been sprouting in many new subdivisions in Dumaguete and suburbs. The problem before of poor quality subdivisions is now solved where by the government grants loans to the developer himself. The housing development loan is released to the developer and when the units are finished, these are turned over to the owner, who in turn will sell it to buyers.

Rising Housing Industry

Schools must create lay-bys for vehicles

ouncilor Alan Gel Cordova wants the city government of Dumaguete to mandate all public and private schools along public streets to provide lay-bys or a widened section along the main road for emergency parking and momentary stops for students to embark or disembark.

The neophyte legislator noted that traffic jams are created near the school vicinity when vehicles transporting students make momentary stops. This also endangers the safety not only of the students but of motorists and pedestrians. However, the proposed

ordinance does not specify the size of the facility leaving it to school authorities to decide on the matter taking into consideration the size of its “student population, land area, damage to existing buildings and accessibility to public streets.” Turn to page 19

These are some of the beautiful models of low-medium and high-end housing units of sprouting subdivisions in the cities of Dumaguete and Bais. Before, the loans were released to the owners, who were mostly not developers, who do not know how to build roads, drainage and much more houses. Chances are, the owner allots only narrow and rough roads, with inefficient drainage, thus you see the old subdivisions which have narrow roads, and are flooded during rainy days because the builders were not professionals. Not anymore, because under today’s revised and improved housing program, responsibility is distributed equally to all parties concerned in the housing project between the lot owner, the developer, the individual buyer and Home Development Mutual Fund or the Pagibig fund.

ENVIRONMENT

City to regulate

UNDER JOINT VENTURE: OWNER-&- DEVELOPER

ery soon the Dumaguete City government will regulate the use of marine reserves and sanctuaries after it has been observed that an increasing number of foreign and domestic tourists visit, dive and swim within the vicinity of the protected areas.

Veteran Councilor Atty. Franklin Esmeña introduced the proposed Dumaguete Marine Reserve and Sanctuary Users Fee ordinance, Thursday. The following are the

activities and the corresponding fees to be collected by the barangay Dumaguete City joins in the regulation of the use of matreasurer concerned: rine sanctuaries in the wake of increasing abuse of our Scuba diving with video, marine life and environment by both domestic and foreign visitors.

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This is under the joint venture between the land owner and the developer. First, the developer in whose name the loan is released by virtue of a special power of attorney has the task of subdividing, developing, providing roads and drainage and enough open spaces as required by law. Of course the developer has to have its own capital. The developer’s Pag-ibig Development Loan is released by PAG-IBIG only upon compliance of all legal requirements. Once the housing units are built, the roads, the drainage are functional, electricity and water is installed, the developer turns it over to the owner, and Pag-ibig pays the developer with money loaned thru a SPA by the owner. Developer gets

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Pimentel’s Federalism

f the federal system of government is impelemented, for this year Negros Oriental would stand to receive more than one billion pesos as its share from the collection of national taxes.

Senator minority leader Aquilino ‘Nene’ Q. Pimentel, Jr. will explain the important implications of adoption of a federal form of government in the country during his visit to Dumaguete City on August 14.

Editorial

Wanted: Prosecutor up north

o less than Court of Appeals Associate Justice Edgardo Delos Santos has commented yesterday, that the Department of Justice here must exert some extra efforts to send a prosecutor up north in Guihulngan in order to de-clog the rising number of un-investigated criminal cases which result in dismissals once beyond the reglamentary period. The issue here is justice delayed, means justice denied, not only to the suspected criminals but to the general public and the law enforcers as well. It takes time and money to put criminal suspects under surveillance; it also costs time and money of the government to prosecute suspected criminals. Once arrested, the suspects have only 36 hours detention period and once it lapses, law enforcers have no other recourse but to release those suspects who may have strong evidence against them.

So there goes your anti-crime drive. Why is there no prosecutor in Guihulngan? What happened to the old prosecutor who is no longer there? The provincial fiscal not only ought to disclose what happened to its prosecutor, the DOJ here has the duty to replace him as soon as possible. Manila is too far to notice.

The most significant benefit derived from the adoption of a federal government is the drastic increase in the shares by local government in the collection of national taxes. Under the model that is being pushed by the senator, there wil be a 2080 sharing scheme between the federal government and the proposed federal states. Pimentel is scheduled to speak before students, Senator Pimental exponent of Federalism .......

Names like Fiscals Apolonio Diputado Jr., was said to have declined due to health reasons; then Fiscal Constantino Trinidad, a native of Guihulngan himself has not yet assumed until today, said pro- and local officials at the Negros Oriental State Univervincial prosecutor Diosdado sity when he arrives from a morning flight from Hermosa. Manila on Thursday. He is also going to We urge the local DOJ boss to make good his promise to move matters starting tomorrow Monday so that Guihulngan will have its prosecutor, and that justice will be served upon all concerned in the first district areas, the sooner the better.

speak before the league of municipalities in Amlan. The shares of local government units (LGUs) in the collection of national taxes shall substantially increase – many by as much as 30 percent – under the federal system being proposed by a majority of senators, according to Senator Pimentel. As provided for in Joint Senate Resolution 10 calling for the adoption of a federal system, all revenues and taxes collected by the LGUs or by the national

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RP’s economic “strengths” espite the shameless corruption, human rights violations, the GMA Government tried to sell the notion to the voting Pinoys then in 2007 that the Philippine economy was robust and thanks to “Gloria Economics,” so-called. Of course, the thinking her job and mandate. ling of the Asean. Pinoys never believed a word But is she really doing her Could those so-called stasaid – and instead gave a job – besides being unpopu- ble economic benchmarks be sound electoral spanking to lar? Or is she unpopular be- sustained after one year? We many of the Palace’s senato- cause GMA is not doing her asked then. It seems not. The rial bets in 2007. And gave their job? country was just treated to an Patroness by The Pasig River To sell her bunch of economic mirage – many of (GMA) – a resounding nega- senatorial candidates, the the benchmarks attained not tive acceptability rating. President bandies about through but despite the perPalace barker (with a the possibility of a 7% an- formance of the GMA regime. stiff Visayan accent in En- nual GDP growth rate (the For instance, after unglish) Cerge Remonde dis- best in 30 years), a peso in- productive electoral spendmissed the SWS surveys as ternational exchange rate ing in May 2007, inflation not bothering the most un- that strengthened from P55 began shooting up already popular post-war president to P40 to a US$(dollar), in- on the third and fourth quar(GMA) – saying the Presi- flation at below 5% stable ters of the year dent was not interested in and low interest rates and a popularity contests – and stock market that was supwill merely continue doing ported to be the stock darTurn to page 10

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34 YEARS OF COMMUNITY JOURNALISM

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Everyday Heroes

JAMES “KOJAK” HUGHS

Dear Ms. Elmaco,

E-mail kojak3238@yahoo.com

A Journey Through Cancer

This refers to your column of Aug.3 on the subject of men having to be involved in the struggle to address violence against women. While there have been organizations of men against gen-

der-based violence, and movements for change in many countries over the years, the Philippines has not lagged behind. Such organizations exist in Cebu and Davao, The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women has for years organized young men’s camps to

E LMACO

E-MAIL

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The Culture of Asportation

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Men for Change, Too

Non-Medical Suicide

Do You Mind?

ho do you think you are? Is your personality consistent with what others see in you? Or do you perceive yourself differently from what they see? Each one of us longs for whose presence alone is a ray an ideal personality that we want of sunlight, while others are to achieve. Appearing good is shadows that can become a making us feel good. We spend dark cloud hovering, threatening lots of money to improve our per- to crush you down. sonalities. Education is doing a Most of us are weary if good job in making us achieve this others identify us in a way goal. We are also surrounded with that we are not. Some of us products, trainings and experi- try to fit onto another ences that can enhance our per- person’s expectations, lossonalities for the better. ing our own values, mores, My dashboard dictionary culture and beliefs. We even describes personality as a compromise our own faith. combination of characteristics Others refuse to be smart or qualities that form an indi- because they will be called vidual’s character. “geek’. Worse, some of us are But sometimes, personality afraid to do what is right because becomes a mask that we put on we might be labeled as “do in the stage of life, it is an orga- gooders.” nized behavior that people see in But does it really matter us. Hippocrates categorizes who we are before the crowd people as sanguine, choleric or Turn to page 23 melancholic. There are those

HER story

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M UFFET D OLAR V ILLEGAS

e-mail: Blue_bell57@yahoo.com

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Footsteps and Fingerprints

The Trojan horse

Revisiting My Roots

FR. ROY CIMAGALA

For these next two weeks I am staying with my brother Michael and his wife Kathy in Chazy, New York, a small rural town bordering Lake Champlain, only seven miles from the Canadian border. This is farming land with fields of corn surrounding Mike’s farm house and outbuildings. In the distance is the interstate highway connecting New

York City with Montreal, Canada. Trees and woodlands separate the farm fields. Roadsides and lawns are well manicured and cleanly landscaped. My father and mother moved from Center Rutland to Chazy in the early 1970’s for better farm lands and Turn to page 6

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NANCY RUSSELL CATAN

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Yes, virginia, politics & business CAN MIX!

While many Filipino-Chinese entrepreneurs hold the notion that politics is never compatible with business, some make it appear effortlessly congruent and beneficial. Take Mayor Lawrence Limkaichong, Jr., who along with his wife, First District Representative Josy, turned this sluggish town of 37,000 souls into one that is a model for effective and participative public administration worthy of emulation by other local government units. Very recently, La Libertad bested four other finalists and captured this year’s Timbayayong Award for Outstanding Local Government Unit and NonGovernment Organization/People’s Organization after its Nagkahiusang Mag-uuma sa Guihob managed to impress the panel of judges for producing liquid organic fertilizers which yielded organically grown high value vegetables and root crops. Although he is not in the habit of issuing press releases for any of his projects and achievements dismissing them as “non-news,” Mayor Limkaichong consented to be interviewed and discussed briefly about his family but at length on the town’s development and local politics.

DEMS: What does the Timbayayong honors mean to you? Mayor Lawrence: Our presentation during the Timbayayong contest is not unique, but it was the right product at the right time. It could only mean that we have been effective in answering the demands of the agriculture industry. You see, chemical fertilizers are hardly affordable by average farmers now due to the unabated oil price increases in the world market. Fortunately, Guihob Barangay Captain Ganni Bongaita and his wife Jenny, who is the President of the Nagkahiusang Mag-uuma sa Guihob, worked tirelessly for the production of liquid organic fertilizer with the technical assistance provided by the municipal government.

DEMS: In view of this recognition, will the town along with the concerned NGO push for large scale organic farming? Mayor Lawrence: I know that the project needs a lot of improvement but we intend to reach out and preach this method of farming in all the 29 barangays composing our town. The beauty of organic farming is that you don’t need a big capital although it is labor intensive. I am confident that after massive information drive and demonstration of actual results most, farmers would shift to using organic fertilizers.

DEMS: What is your biggest tourism project? Mayor Lawrence: LaLi Mar is not only a resort but also serves as a venue for seminars and trainings that is severely lacking in this part of the province. The resort facility does not only have a swimming pool but also a dormitory.

DEMS: What are you most proud of La Libertad? Mayor Lawrence: Our water works system is one of the best in the province. We have the most number of school building projects today and our health center even disposes medicines to needy constituents of neighboring towns.

DEMS: Is insurgency a problem in your lo-

cality? Mayor Lawrence: No. However, some NPAs use our place as an escape route from pursuing soldiers.

DEMS: When did you first join politics? Mayor Lawrence: President Cory Aquino appointed me as Vice-mayor after Edsa Revolution in 1986. When it was offered, I said why not? After all, the position is not too demanding. Most of my friends were surprised that I accepted the post especially because I am not known to be a sociable person.

DEMS: Does your public office hamper your work in business? Mayor Lawrence: Not at all. I was already in business when I was offered by Malacañang to be vice-mayor. The knowledge that you are running a successful construction business even helps you from the usual allegations of graft and corruption. However, I understand why a mayor engages in illegal activities for quick cash. How much is the salary of a mayor? Yet he is asked daily for assistance and other expenses so a mayor needs a lot of cash backing.

DEMS: Can you tell us your love story with Rep. Josy? Mayor Lawrence: Our love story is not romantic. In fact, there was no formal courtship. Before we got married, Josy was then working in his uncle’s store where I buy spare parts for my then fledgling construction company. Such occasions afforded me the opportunity to admire her simplicity and keen intellect.

DEMS: Why did you ask Rep. Josy to take your place as mayor? Mayor Lawrence: After serving six years I felt that my enthusiasm has ebbed and it is unfair to the people. Her running for the House seat was a gradual phenomenon. It did not happen overnight. The people felt that the time has come for a brand new leadership .

DEMS: With two of you holding incumbent positions, aren’t you guilty of forming your own dynasty?

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dairying facilities then they had in Vermont. After Dad died, Michael took over the farm. Several years ago, due to health concerns, Mike sold off the farm lands to the neighboring poultry farm, kept the homestead and buildings where they now live. It seems good to revisit the land of my birth and childhood, to breathe in the fresh country air and fragrance of newly mown grass. To be able to take a long walk on the country roads through the fields with the fam-

ily dog exploring the area nearby. To enjoy the slower pace of country living, the hours spent just chatting and catching up on the doings of family and friends. To watch the thunderstorm and rain curtain the distant hills on its way to the next town, and to revel in the beauty of the rainbow that follows the rain. I know now that my roots are important to me. For many years after coming to the Philippines and marrying Jun in 1962, I tried so hard to blend in, to become culturally acclimated and, in effect, a Filipina. I enjoyed the learning and the adapting to a completely different culture. But I was trying so

MAYOR LAWRENCE LIMKAICHONG, JR. Mayor Lawrence: Political dynasty per se is not bad. For what if in a given locality only people belonging to the same family happen to be the most experienced, effective and qualified for the positions? I think we should give emphasis on voter’s education by teaching them not to sell their votes to the highest bidder.

DEMS: You’ve staged a political comeback, but how long will the Limkaichongs stay? Mayor Lawrence: In 2007, when Josy ran as congresswoman we thought that somebody must protect La Libertad, our home base and the votes so it was decided that I should run as mayor again. As to how long I and Josy will stay, I honestly have no idea. But In the past, it was primarily because I never had any serious opponents to contest with. hard that I unconsciously began to ignore my birth country by burying my roots. As time passed this began to cause a dicotomy in my being. When this was pointed out to me during a retreat and I learned how to better integrate my American roots into my Philippine life, everything seemed to become clearer. My life took on a sharper focus, I looked for the good in each culture to meld them into who I am. Now I am at peace and

content. My American roots anchor me, enabling my Philippine life to grow more fully into who I am now. We must never try to ignore or suppress our roots but to build on them learning and expanding our horizons with each new experience in life. If we are able to do this, our life’s tree will be sturdy and strong, and able to produce a bountiful harvest for all to enjoy.

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HISTORICAL NOTES

Neglect of Negros Island BY: REV. FR. ROMAN C. SAGUN. JR.

“Anyone who wants to be the first must take last place and be the servant of everyone else.” Then he put a little child among them. Taking the child in his arms, he said to them, “Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes my Father who sent me.” Mark 9:35-37 Jesus taught the disciples to welcome children. This was a new approach in a society where children were usually treated as second-class citizens. It is important not only

to treat children well but also to teach them about Jesus. Children’s ministries should never be regarded as less important than those for adults.

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Bishop Gabriel Reyes’ Letter

n 1980, the Historical Conservation Society published in Manila the book History of Negros by Fr. Angel Martinez Cuesta, OAR. Two years later, the book was given an excellent review by Jesuit historian Fr. Jose S. Arcilla.

The review article appeared in a scholarly Jesuit journal called Philippine Studies. The comments of Fr. Jose S. Arcilla on History of Negros (x, 474p, 230x150mm) deserve to be reproduced here: “The book has thirteen chapters grouped in three parts. Part I is entitled “The Coming of the West, 15651660” (original title: “Proceso de Transculturacion, 1565-1660”); Part II is “The Barren Years, 1660-1800”; and Part III is “Reforms, 1800-1898” (original: “Por el Camino de las Reformas, 1800-1898”). “The six chapters that cover the third part deal with the nineteenth century and offer the most data. This does not mean that the earlier sections are not important. Like the history of the rest of the Philippines, this century was critical Fr. Jose S. Arcilla, SJ for Negros. Improvements and modern developments were introduced which laid the foundations for the modern province we now know it to be. “The general pattern of the study is wise that of the other provinces in the Philclear enough. It was the missionaries who ippine archipelago, can be traced to these started everything when they arrived at the upheavals in the Spanish peninsula. By end of the sixteenth century to reorganize the eighteenth century, Spain was an exlife in Negros through the preaching of the hausted country, and in the nineteenth, Christian gospel. They did not always en- she was reeling under the effects of the joy uniform or undivided success. Because Napoleonic invasions. The Church, either of the Spanish Patronato, the missions in the peninsula or in the Spanish coloserved as centers of both the Christian re- nies, was not untouched. In the Philipligion and Hispanic culture. The political pines, this was especially seen in the dire crises of Spain, then, affected the fortunes lack of priests and missionaries needed of her missions in the colonies, and the to continue the work so heroically neglect and stagnation of Negros, as likeTurn to page 9

TODAY’S

GOSPEL

(Part III)

“A FR. GAMMY TULABING JCD, VG

ssociations of every kind are subject to the supervision of the Holy See. Diocesan associations are subject to the supervision of the local Ordinary, as are other associations to the extent that they work in the diocese.” Spirit of the aforementioned CFC statutes, he will not say that the recommendations that the three bishops made were unnecessary interference in CFC. On the contrary, he will follow them. And, if

he will reject them, it is because he has a serious reason for doing so. But, as I showed in the earlier part of this letter, there was no valid reason for rejecting the recommendations. On the contrary, there were good serious reasons for following them. Besides, the threatening irreparable division in the CFC is not just an internal affair. CFC is present in most of our archdioceses and dioceses in the Philippines. If the CFC is divided, our parishes and dioceses will also be affected. The purpose of the three bishops’ recommendation that unless the two conflicting groups come to an agreement regarding the election, the

election of the seven members of the Council be postponed was in order to maintain the unity of CFC and to avoid an irreparable division of CFC. Because the Elders’Assembly rejected the recommendation of the bishops, the division in CFC is getting deeper and worse. I hope it is not irreparable. Through the intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, let us humbly pray to our Lord Jesus Christ that this crisis in Couples for Christ be solved according to His will. Yours in the Lord, (Sgd.) +GABRIEL V. REYES, DD CFC Spiritual Director Chairman, CBCP Commission on the Laity

Matthew 14:22-33

fter he had fed the people, Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and precede him to the other side while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself

to pray. When it was evening, he was there alone. Meanwhile, the boat, already a few miles offshore, was being tossed about by the waves for the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them, walking on the sea. When the disciples saw him walking on the sea they were terrified. “It is a ghost,” they said, and they cried out in fear. At once Jesus spoke to them, “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” Peter said to him in reply, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you

on the water.” He said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught him, and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” After they got into the boat, the wind died down. Those who were in the boat did him homage, saying, “Truly, you are the Son of God.”

THE CREATIVE RESPONSE TO HOSTILITY Hostility Mt. 5:21-26, 44-45 (Part II)

came across a book, The Face of the Enemy. The main thought of the book is that we tend to visualize the face of an opponent as hideous, ugly. But if we are to live out the Ser- Dr. PROCESO UDARBE mon on the Mount, we have to be objective about our adversary. What is behind his animosity towards me? What are the secret burdens that have sapped his objectivity? What is there about him or her background that makes him the way he is? Or is he sick of something that makes him so anguished.

—————— Peter walks on the water. This is one of the most amazing texts in the Gospel. It speaks of an attitude in Jesus’ heart that says to us that everything He has for Himself He wants to share with those who are willing to entrust their lives into His hands. This demonstrates an amazing generosity and sense of solidarity with the human race. It shows us the true heart of God for us. It affirms that all things are possible for those who love God.

You see, even with respect to our mutual dislikes, we can experience a melting of our hostilities if we take the trouble to get to know each other better. I found this little poem in a newspaper: If I knew you, and you knew me; And you and I could clearly see By the light divine; I am sure we would differ less, And clasp our hands in friendliness; If I knew you and you knew me. (To be continued)

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Republic of the Philippines CITY OF BAIS BIDS AND AWARDS COMMITTEE

INVITATION TO APPLY FOR ELIGIBILITY AND TO BID The City Government of Bais invites interested bidders to apply for eligibility and to bid for the supply and delivery of the following items, for hereunder requirements: ITEM BUDGET CONTRACT (ABC) 1. PR # 263-08 – 1 unit Double Cab Pick Up 4x4, Surplus and Re-conditioned Service vehicle 440,000.00 - 1 unit Motorcycle (Japan made) displacement-196.9cm 120,000.00 - 1 unit LCD Projector (with wide screen, Japan made) 150,000.00 Brightness: 3000 ANSAI Lumens

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For use in the Multimedia, CPICAD, to be taken from the Gen. Fund. 4. PR # 709-08 -124 pcs. Mono Block Chairs (Light Green), Heavy Duty, good quality for use in the Bais City North District to be taken from the SEF 2008. 49,600.00 5. PR #741-08 – various equipment for use in the multimedia, CPICAD to be taken the General Fund. 427,000.00 6. PR # 773-08 – 1 set Air condition unit, 3 Toner, 4 HP, Floor Mounted (includes installation) for use in the improvement of BCNSHS

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========== Bids received in excess of the ABC shall be automatically rejected at bid opening. In order to qualify, bidders should conform to the eligibility criteria as prescribed under Sec.23.11 of the IRR-A of R.A. 9184. Bidding will be conducted through open competitive bidding procedures using non-discretionary “pass/fail” criteria as specified in the IRR-A of R.A. 9184. As such non-submission of the required documents will result in the disqualification of the bidder. All other particulars relative to the procurement process shall be governed by the Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 9184 otherwise known as the Government Procurement Reform Act. Bid documents can be obtained upon payment of a non-refundable fee equivalent to the total amount of the ABC of the items in which interested bidders intend to bid, in accordance with the following rates:

For use in the forestline survey delineation & demarcation, organization of PO’s for proposed CBFN Areas & FLUP Project implementation & Monitoring to be taken from the General Fund. 2. PR # 629-08 – various materials for installation/establishment of demonstration area at Brgy. Okiot, Bais City to be taken from the General Fund. 86,745.00 3. PR # 701-08 – 1 unit Computer, good quality 80,000.00 – 2 units Flash Drive, 8GB

Computer Laboratory Room to be taken from the Gen. Fund. 90,000.00 7. PR # 821-08 – 200 pcs. Mono Block Chairs (white) heavy duty, good quality for use in the City Social Welfare and Development Office to be taken from the Gen. Fund. 80,000.00 8. PR # 838-08 – various electrical materials for Electrification of Sitio Talay-Cambanjao Proper to be taken from the General Fund. 180,020.00 9. PR # 844-08 – 300 kits Newborn Screening Blood Sample Collection Kits for New Born Screening project to be taken from the General Fund. 165,000.00 10. PR # 850-08 – various materials for Rehabilitation of Lighting System at Panala-an Elementary School to be taken from SEF 2008. 76,089.00

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examine gender issues, men’s prostitution use and other forms of sexual violence. Closer to home, in 2000, 20 men: policemen, male social workers, PO leaders and clergy participated in a 3-day seminar-workshop in Dumaguete called “Rethinking Masculinity” facilitated by Fermin Manalo of UP, Enrique Oracion of Silliman and myself. My present organization, GWAVE, has since 2005 conducted a series of workshops with male staff of different LGUs called “Men for Violence-Free Communities.” Since 2007, we have partnered with the municipality of Amlan in a sort of saturation drive, to reach men of all barangays. Discussed are issues of gender-based violence and the laws addressing them, facilitated by male facilitators including young men, who were trained in a workshop headed by Enrique Oracion of Silliman. From among the participants of these workshops, an intervention group

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has been formed in Amlan which is serving as a pilot area for what can later be more widely adopted as a mainstream strategy to address violence against women and community violence. So you’re absolutely right that men have to be involved and they are being involved right here and now. But not necessarily just in “women’s issues.” Men have to look at male culture and in what ways it harms them too. The goal is an end to violence and also a better life for both women and men. My thanks for Ms. Hoffmann for this information.You are absolutely right, it is not only in women’s issues that men should engage in but also in reflecting on male culture and how it shapes behavior and their attitude unto themselves and towards others.It is very inspiring to know that people like you are spearheading work in this area. Kudos and may your tribe increase.

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RP’s economic ... (From page 4) 2007 – as expected – be-

cause spending with no value added as “election money” is inflationary. The global rice and oil crisis added the finishing touches to the massacre. But the causes of inflationary push are not just external – this Government, in fact, had it coming. Why? The reason is that as early as 2004 (when GMA “won” over FPJ) her 10-point medium term agenda (please review SONA of July 2004) never included “rice sufficiency.” The uncoordinated, grafttainted P92-billion Agricultural and Fishery Modernization Fund (for 6 years) has done nothing except to convert this rich agricultural nation into the world’s greatest importer of its staple food called rice and made fish and other marine life expensive (ironically in this island – nation of 7,100 islands (high tide figure). Where did that huge P92-billion money go? One thing investigated is that the then Department of Agriculture undersecretary Jocjoc Bolante, doled away P700 million of the socalled Fertilizer Fund allegedly to

influence the outcome of the 2004 Presidential election between GMADe Castro versus FPJ-Legarda. Too, all over the country, one can see the countryside littered with useless, overpriced dams – mostly funded by foreign loans – sleeping like white elephants. Do you still ask why we are not producing enough rice? To this day, too, RP has become almost 100% dependent on imported oil which hit the highest price of US$ 147 per Dubai crude oil barrel. For power, the Administration has dismally paved for the development of the geothermal, coal, solar and hydro power sources of the country much too late and too little. The mothballed billion-peso Batasan Nuclear Plant is a monument of greed and inefficiency. The alternative hydrogen fuel called Deuterium (found under the Philippine deep) remains a figment of the imagination of the makers of the “journey to the deepest center of the earth.” Our mass transport (trains, cables, etc.) system remains in a

Neglect of ...

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started by the missionaries in the preceding centuries. The wonder is not that the missions in Negros were so woefully neglected; rather, that these missions continued to thrive, and from small mission centers they became civil towns. “Fr. Martinez deserves to be congratulated for his detailed research, paving the way for further study of Negros. From now on, anyone who wants to study the history of this island must start from his essay. Especially commendable is his critical use of the sources and statistical data. Perhaps one might ask whether some lines could have been added to explain the neglect of Negros by both the colonial administration and the metropolitan government in Spain.” The reviewer, Fr. Jose S. Arcilla, is author of several books, among others, such as Aspects of Western Medieval Culture, An Introduction to Philippine History, Rizal and the emergence of the Philippine Nation, and Are the Filipinos ready for Independence?. He has also published in professional reviews here and abroad. In reviewing History of Negros, the beauty and bounty of the Island does not escape the attention of the Jesuit historian.

backward state and many inefficient gas-guzzling vehicles and trucks still cross the country with impunity. We may have to bear the brunt of this twin maladies of rice and oil for quite a while. The Philippine stock exchange, on the one hand, is not seeing the best of times now. With the global crisis, fund managers fled the country in droves dropping the Balance of Payment surplus of US$ 8Billion to S$2-Billion this year. So we now have thinner trading and depressed prices in the stock market today. Philippine listed companies are too thinly capitalized and without solid-rock fundamentals to continue attracting financial buccaneers who are only here to make a fast buck in the stock market. So the index has been getting smaller. In the foreign exchange rate, when RP improved from P55 to P40, Government never admitted that one of the main reasons was the weakening of the American economy – and not necessarily all due to the soundness of the Philippine economy. Now that it shots up to P46:US$1, Government now blames the global economy. Amid statistics, more people are now going to below poverty line rather than climbing above it – making the 2007 7% growth rate merely cosmetics – good for public relations. Now 17% children no longer go to elementary compared to only 10% five years ago. Some 40% never go to high school – a worsening trend. The gradual decrease has little to do with the global crisis which is merely a recent event. The economic bubble – they masterfully crafted to be a selling point for the Palace – is now bursting; the villains unmasked; the peddled lies exposed. As the unmasked pretender called RP economy tumbled down – “Frank” bellowed and thundered. Frank, the Typhoon,

you know destroyed more than P13 billion in properties and goods. As it stumbled even more – some 60 congressmen painted the town red while accompanying GMA to an official visit to the USA – leaving scandalous trail of over-spending. The entourage allegedly spent US$1.5 million or P68 million total in that one trip-junket AUCTION SALE M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS Real St., Independence St. Dumaguete City All unredeemed pledges from March 1-31, 2008 will be sold to public auction on August 15, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. at this office ---------------------------AUCTION SALE M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS Lupega Bldg., Dr. V. Locsin St., Dumaguete City All unredeemed pledges from March 1-31, 2008 will be sold to public auction on August 15, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. at this office ------------------------AUCTION SALE M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS Dumaguete V Branch Ang Tay Bldg., Dumaguete City All unredeemed pledges from March 1-31, 2008 will be sold to public auction on August 15, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. at this office -------------------------AUCTION SALE M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS Aldea Bldg., San Juan cor. Perdices St., Dumaguete City All unredeemed pledges from March 1-31, 2008 will be sold to public auction on August 15, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. at this office ------------------------AUCTION SALE M. LHUILLIER PAWNSHOPS Magallanes St., Tanjay City All unredeemed pledges from March 1-31, 2008 will be sold to public auction on August 15, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. at this office

– where they rented 30 expensive cars and asked the 250 consulate staff to be their part-time slave in their palatial hotels where they each reportedly partook of US$207 (P10,000) per plate of dinner. To see that Bacchanalian spectacle while the nation reels from typhoon Frank and man-made disasters – is to understand in a microcosm why a country so rich like

ours can be so poor. In less than a year of touting a record GNP growth and the so-called outstanding economic benchmarks in 2007, the Phantom of the Opera has been unmasked – so soon, so dramatically. And he ain’t pretty, brother. For comments: email to bingo_dejaresco@yahoo.com.ph Or bohol-rd@mozcom.com

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Suspected robbers apprehended The Dumaguete PNP presented Rayneil Bernardo and Junelio Oguing along with the items seized from them during their apprehension last Thursday.

Cops nab suspected robbers on motorbike

uick answer to an alarm sounded near Steds Silliman for indiscriminate firing resulted in the apprehension of two suspects who did not only yield a homemade caliber .367 revolver with five live bullets and one empty shell but

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Guard taking nap loses service pistol

tress supposedly caused a security guard to fall asleep, however, somebody seized the opportunity to rob him of his .38 caliber revolver issued by his agency. Based on the victim’s account, he was on duty Wednesday from 6:00PM to 6:00AM the next day but fell asleep in between only to find out that his issued

also two plastic sachets believed to contain shabu, Thursday evening while riding on an unlicensed motorcycle. Supt. Leopoldo Cabanag, Dumaguete City Chief of Police identified the arrested men as Rayniel Bernardo of Colon Street and Junelio Oguing,

firearm was no longer secured in his holster. Meanwhile, Fernando Artus of Taclobo, Dumaguete City sought police assistance after his motorcycle color black was believed stolen by unknown carnappers. Artus claims he parked the motorcycle at his mother’s residence inside the family’s compound Wednesday evening. To his surprise, it was no longer found when he checked it the next morning.

Gangsters maul, stab Camanjac dance goers

lood thirsty gang members attacked a group of youths who attended a benefit dance in Barangay Camanjac, Dumaguete City on August 3 resulting to the stabbing of one John Philip Guarin, 21, Pulantubig and the bashing of Ariel Samson’s head with an empty bottle. Guarin’s three companions identified as Randy Ceriales, Nathaniel Dolino and a certain Richard managed to escape. The attackers are believed to be members of Bloods armed with empty Elements of the 705th Provincial Mobile Group under Chief Inspector Julius Muñez nabbed suspected drug pusher Arnie Arado, 30, in Zone 2 of Barangay Looc, Dumaguete City on July 31 after a buy-bust operation. Seized from Arado, a native of Zamboanguita town and who strongly protested for his innocence, were two sachets containing what authorities believe to be shabu and the P 500.00 marked money.

bottles, ice pick, stones and a revolver. The victims narrated that at about 2:40am they were on their way home when a group of men mistook them as members of Crips and proceeded to attack them. Guarin was stabbed in the abdomen and fell on the ground causing Samson, a passerby, to rush to his aid only to be assaulted by the gangsters. A bottle was also smashed to his head but despite his own injuries, Samson did not abandon Guarin until another Samaritan on board a motorcycle rushed the bloodied victim to the hospital.

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Music Therapy “Music hatch charm to soothe the savage breast.” – William Congrave

ince childhood to the end of our life, we will be listening to all kinds of music from the soothing lullabies of our mother to the frenetic sounds of rock music. We always love music for listening pleasure, except those noisy ones that vex our spirit.

Almost all cultures attribute great power to music. Music is beneficial for evoking a healthy sensory stimulation and in controlling the auditory environment in a more pleasant and suitable condition. It tends to dissipate feelings of the loneliness, anxiety and deptession. For instance, some men when confronted with fear would resort to whistling a merry tune to help allay his anxiety. It inspires and encourages athletes to strive for victory in any competition. Irish soldiers play their bagpipes during actual battle to booster bravery and courage. In the Bible, the highwalls of Jericho crumbled when the soldiers of God blew their trumpets. You see here the awesome

power of music. Music therapists use music to bring about desirable changes in behavior. For example, depressed patients would usually respond to uplifting music like marches and agitated patients respond healthily to mellow and relaxing music. Hence, selected music are being played in mental hospital wards, geriatric and dental clinics as well as in health centers to foster and promote a pleasant and conducive environment. Scores of music lovers in the world relish all-time favorite songs of Frank Sinatra, Matt Monroe, Nat King Cole, Julie Andrews, etc. and now, the young ones enjoy love songs of Celine Dions, Whitney Houston, Enya, etc. of course, we will never forget the famous

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Broadway musical shows, like the Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Showboat, South Pacific, etc. by Rogers and Hammerstein. Our young Filipino ASAP singers are just terrific! Our very own Lea Salonga had already won international award in Miss Saigon abroad in her role as a foremost melodramatic songstress. We have a chance to listen to the great Italian operatic singers like the late Luciano Pavarotti and now the blind tenor, Andrea Botcelli. We are still developing our own Filipino opera singers. Music is here to stay. Music definitely helps alleviate the insurmountable stresses of daily living. So, sing alleluia to the Lord to thank Him for all our countless blessings.

critical repor ting reporting HOW MEDIA SEES IT, AND NOT OTHERS

BY ELY P. DEJARESCO

(email: elydejaresco@yahoo.com)

PAG-IBIG Housing is ... (From page 2) his development loan with profits. In most occasions, since it is a joint venture, the developer also markets the finished houses to individual buyers. The owner just waits and sits to get his share of 40% of the entire upgraded value of the land development. This is the same amount he gets if he just sells the raw-land himself, but with less chances of being able to, because the land is not developed. That is why the developer get 60% share of the entire development project because he does practically all the works. Sometimes though, the land owner who borrowed money from Pag-ibig funds in turn sells the units to the individual buyers per lot. Or, under a joint venture, the developer is authorized by owner to market the houses and lots as Pag-ibig pays the developer once there is a qualified buyer. Developer then shares 40% of the released amount to the owner. This time, it is the individual buyer who will amortize with the Pag-ibig funds until his loan is paid. If he fails after so many extensions, the housing unit is foreclosed and resold to other takers, just like any loaned motorcycle. The catch is, every housing unit borrower must be a Pag-ibig member. In this manner, Pag-ibig will advance the cost of the house and lot, pays the

owner, and it is now the buyer as the borrower who will amortize for the low cost housing with Pag-ibig. This is the best thing that has happened to the housing industry. The new projects which VP de Castro GROUND BROKE recently, the NORTH VILLE owned by the Locsins and the BAIS HIGHLANDS owned by Constancio Sia of ACSAT fame. Developer is LOTIFF CONSTRUCTION under Louie Tijing. Most of these houses are intended for low end, middle end and high end owners. Low end means over P2000 in monthly amortization and high end could be as high as P9000 a month. But definitely, availing of the government’s lowcost housing program is absolutely better than renting. By amortizing on even a low cost housing unit, your monthly amortization for 25 years maximum will take the place of rental and most of all by amortizing for a housing unit , you will surely become its absolute owner eventually. So attention idle land owners, if you have a sizable idle track of land in the city suburbs, let licensed developers with good track records develop your land, into a housing subdivision, and in time you can easily make good business and sell the houses and lots because housing is one of mans basic needs. And you can never go wrong, unless of course if you squander that borrowed money.

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Patient removes life gadgets; suicide angle ruled out

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ugust 13, 1978—For the first time in local medical history, a patient whom doctors diagnosed as having been inflicted with terminal cancer, decided to “end it all” personally by removing all life-support gadgets such as oxygen and dextrose attached to her body and died peacefully. Done in the presence of a minister faced death” at will, after she rewho administered the last rites and her moved the oxygen attached to her parent and relatives, the patient who herself a deaconess and a public school nose and intra-venus injection teacher was aid to have a “peacefully plugged to her body.

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Board bucks mini-lottery ugust 14, 1988— The Provincial Board, in strongest terms, passed on second reading an omnibus ordinance effective provincewide, in all cities and towns, prohibiting the operation of mini-lotteries in Negros Oriental. The proposed ordinance imposes stiff penalties on violators.

Meanwhile, the operators headed by RANCO Corporation have requested that their side be aired in the next session called for such purpose which the provincial board accepted. The mini-lotteries is an experiment

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of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. Governor Dodo Macias said by virtue of the Local Government Code, the local government has also the power to prohibit such legalized gambling, on the primary issue of morality.

Market losing P100T monthly ugust 11, 1998— Sounds incredible, but very true and confirmed by new Market Superintendent. Cimafranca, who lamented that a positive change in management rules could restore the viability of the ten-building public market complex which is losing around P100, 000 every month. Among the findings causing the market stalls to third parties who cash deficiency are delinquency in pay- are also slow to pay and the failment of rentals of market stalls run- ure to tap other possible sources ning to as long as 1 year, political pa- of income. Cimafranca said he has tronage and favoritism, poor collection taken the job as a challenge for him of rentals by Treasurer’s Office per- as a businessman. sonnel, double to triple sub-leasing of

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BY DEMS REY DEMECILLO

Vice-President Noli “Kabayan” De Castro and Bais City Mayor Hector Tata Villnueva (center) pose with some of the 83 grateful beneficiaries of Certificates of Eligibility for Lot Allocation or CELA in Barangay Dos during simple awarding rites at the Negros Oriental State University, Wednesday. NORSU President Dr. Henry Sojor led faculty and students in giving De Castro a warm welcome inside the Bais campus.

Ambush suspect Sibulan entry port guilty of murder of Reds and guns?

ne of the suspects of the March 9, 2007 Manluminsag ambush in La Libertad which killed and wounded several people, was convicted by Regional Trial Court Branch 34 Presiding Judge Rosendo Bandal Jr. for murder which he committed prior to his alleged involvement in the ambush slaying last year. Sandalo Mongolore and his companion Dandan Elloren were found guilty of shooting to death one Jose Elusfa in Zamboanguita on June 2003 near the town’s cemetery after they Turn to page 19

r. Inspector Errol Garchitorena, Chief of Police of Sibulan has requested for additional personnel to tighten security of the town’s sea port after it is apparently being used as entry point for members of the New People’s Army seeking refuge in the province as well as its emissaries. Recently, two persons identified as Pedro Lumantas and Lita Mahilum suspected to be NPA organizers and couriers were apprehended at the port by combined elements of the PNP and Philippine Army. A number of Danao-made firearms along with ammunition were seized in the past after Turn to page 19

Former NPA leader survives ambush

CHR readies murder raps vs. Ka Jimlan

robably his former comrades in the communist movement still refuse to forgive him for turning his back from the armed struggle by returning to the folds of the law. But, Julbert “Jojo” Candido, a former squad leader of the New People’s Army Special Partisan Unit (NPA-SPARU) under the Leonardo Panaligan Command, claims he survived an ambush staged by alleged NPA hitmen in Barangay Buenavista, Guihulngan City while on board a motorcycle on his way home. Candido, who is now a member of the Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit assigned in Hinakpan detachment, said he managed to seek cover after seven rebels fired at him using .45 caliber pistols. He managed to elude them and reported the matter to the local police. Candido Turn to page 19

urder charges will be filed by the Commission on Human Rights on Monday against suspected members led by a Misael de la Cruz alias Ka Jimlan of the New People’s Army who were allegedly responsible for the death execution style of Renato Sagmon on August 27, 2007 in Santa Catalina town.

This developed as the CHR secured the results of the forensic examination of Sagmon’s remains which were exhumed on May 22, 2008 by a team led by Dr. Jesse Rey Cruel. Ka Jimlan, with some cohorts, was positively identified by the victim’s wife Susan, as the one who shot her husband to death for alleged crimes against the underground movement. Meanwhile, the CHR is also scheduled to exhume the remains of Eduardo Candelario who was reportedly another victim of Ka Jimlan’s atrocities presumably committed in the name of the communist revolution.

PHONY Investigation Commission on Human Rights Special Investigator Jesus Cañete called the attention of the public particularly residents of some hinterland barangays in San Jose town to be on the guard against some individuals who use his identity and posing as CHR team conducting phony investigations. He advised the public to ask these personalities their proper identification before cooperating and giving information to them.

aceda Youth Lead, a Youth Serving Institution of the Philippines, builds leadership through education and action. It continues empowering elementary, high school and college students and even professionals to become most effective citizens of our country by providing them opportunities in leadership, community service and exchange. On July 21, a 14 -member delegation headed by Mr. Dave G. Saceda, headed for the United States of America to represent the Philippines in the 2008 World Leadership Congress at the George Washington University, Washington DC, USA. The Youth Ambassadors of Goodwill are the following: Kisha Marie Martinez (Caterina Cittadini High School), Charla Mae Co (Caterina Cittadini High School), Dominique Beatrice La Victoria ( Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro), Benjamin Encarnacion (University of Saint La Salle-Bacolod), Ken Edward Zata (University of Saint La Salle-Bacolod) and Kathryn Angela Torre (St. Philippine Youth am Scholastica Academy). The bassador in action senior delegates serving as chaperons and observers are: Dr. Gerardo de Villa (Dep Ed Quezon), Bing Aguilar (DYGB-FM), Aileen Mee Ortaso (LGU Manukan), Mervie Rhea Fuerzas (Dipolog City), Ronie Castillo (Legislator), Elgie Castillo )LGU Zamboanga Sibugay) and Dave Saceda receiving the award at the Renaissance Hotel, Washington DC in Aug 21 together with. 1.) Hariri Foundantion, Lebanon 2.) Hoby, Canada 3.) Thomas Boteler School, UK 4.) Tonybee Co, Korea 5.) Ministry of Foundation, UAE 6.) Youth with Hope, Nigeria

Dave G. Saceda (Head of Delegation). Kisha Marie Martinez and Charla Mae Co proudly represented the country. They have been selected through Saceda Youth Lead International Leadership Camp held last April 18-27, 2008 in Dumaguete City. On August 1, during the formal closing program of the World Leadership Congress held at the Marriott Renaissance Hotel in Washington DC, Saceda Youth Lead is one of the 7 youth leadership partnerships awarded with a Distinguished DAVE Service Award for its SACEDA, exemplary contribution Distinguished to youth empowerment. International Other awardees Adviser on Youth leadership are:Hariri Foundation of Turn to page 16

Philippine Delegates with Enrico Fos, Minister, Phil Embassy in Washington D.C. Fr. Left. ( Ken Zata, Dave Saceda, Kisha Martinez, Charla Co, Benjie Encarnacion, Kathryn Torre and Enrico Fos

BAIS CITY welcomes Kabayan

Some thirty-nine radio announcers from Bais, Bayawan and Dumaguete took the KBP accreditation examination yesterday conducted by KBP Legal Counsel Atty. Rodolfo “Regie” Jularbal and Pete Cablaida at the Metro Dumaguete College on the occassion of the school’s second founder’s day anniversary. Atty. Jularbal (right) also discussed radio ethics and libel laws under the KBP Radio Code. Chapter President is Mr. Roy Bustillo of DYSR FM.

The city of Bais welcomes Vice President Noli “Kabayan” De Castro during the groundbreaking of Bais Highlands a major mass housing project in the sugarlandia. City officials led by Mayor Hector “Tata” Villanueva and Vice-Mayor Lucing Benlota treated the Vice President with a gathering at the city hall before he left for Dumaguete.

Student University blessing

Medical-Dental Projects

Bjorn Larsen, Director for Business Development; Chloe Franken, Dumaguete Operations Manager; Samantha Lampert, Verifications Manager; Gov Emilio Macias; Antonio Quiogue, Dumaguete Site Director; and, Jeremy Schmoll, office manager, Administration attend the opening rites.

The Rotary Club of Dumaguete East headed by President Jun Dato (at left, lower photo) went to Bohol over the weekend August 2, 2008 to conduct free medical and dental clinic in sitio Catigdas, Batuan, Bohol. The project was in coordination with RCDE’s daughter club The Rotary Club of Upper Tagbilaran headed by President Walter Lim. Rotary Dumaguete East brought along medicines, vitamins and also donated a 29 inch TV, a DVD player and a set of DVD tapes, books and slippers to be distributed to 2 elementary schools in Bohol. Past President Dr. Jun Reyes headed the dental team with participating dentists Dr. Charlo Denolan, Dr. Anne Que and Dr. Donna Baba while Immediate Past President Dr. Ceasar Rana headed the Medical Team with participating doctors

Cops nab ... From page 12 21, of Purok Tugas, Cadawinonan, but their third companion managed to es-

Dr.Ruby Jangcan, Dr. Kristine Arcala, Dr. Kate Cadalin, Dr. Joy Yaeso, Dr. Aileen Martinez, Dr. Kerwin Gubantes, Dr. Cary Remotigue, Dr. Sam Tabucanon, Dr. Joshua Llera, Dr. Mark Aranas and Dr. Christian Casamayor. Rotary Dumaguete East Rotarians who came along were PP Jose Chu Jr. PP Jul Gallogo, Dir. Neco Duran and Rtn. Cyril Rivera . Rotarian Bonnie Chua Of the Rotary Club of Dumaguete South also joined the team. Over 220 medical and 75 dental patients were serviced on said date. Mayor Gregoria Pepito and Vice Mayor Jing Leyson of Batuan town were so thankful and happy that RCDE crossed the seas to service them. RCDE projects are financed by Rotary East Foundation Inc. headed by Past Assistant District Governor Don Ramas Uypitching.

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BY: REA LYNN D. REAL

BY LELE MARTINEZ

(Civic clubs and organizations are welcome to submit their articles and pictures about their services and activities. It is free of charge. Deadline for submission is Wednesday. You may send by email to: elydejaresco@yahoo.com – EDITOR)

Showing off Dumaguete umaguete City is a well known destination among its Visayan neighbors, so it was no surprise when a group of travel agents from Cebu City visited our beautiful city last August 1, Saturday. They came by land and sea from Cebu taking the Tampi route on a tourist bus. The group, with officials from the DOT Regional Office and Cebu tour operators who belongs to the NAITAS Cebu Chapter, came on the invitation of the Bahura Resort and Spa and the provincial tourism office. Their group of 27 persons was headed by NAITAS President, Ricky Paul Tio of Cebu Holiday Tours & Travel, Inc. Also in the group were Bryan Evangelista of UNTV and his cameraman Rafael Cauntod. Bryan handles feature programs and he will be showing pictures of their Hosts Corrina Reyes, Sales Director and Sales Account visit of Dumaguete in his pro- Manager July Forsberg from Bahura Resort take time gram. Surprisingly, camera- out for a picture at the Sidlakang Negros. man Rafael is from Mabinay. The guests were met by Ms. Corinna Reyes, Direc- had at the St. Paul Univer- houses the Provincial Tourtor for Sales of Bahura Re- sity campus in another col- ism Office. The Village inumn. cludes a Showroom that sort. One happy surprise I showcase Negros Oriental The guests were hosted a buffet lunch at the beauti- had with the group was see- arts and crafts. The visitors ful resort before doing an ing a familiar face among the looked through the beautiful afternoon city tour. Penn tour operators, who also ex- displays, many of them buying souvenirs to bring Larena, DOT accredited pressed surprise at seeing tour guide took them around me. I renewed friendship home. After the shopping, the city to the different city with Emery Sun Lee, who the guests were served the

NAITAS tour operators headed by Pres. Ricky Tio (at head table far center) took a break for snacks courtesy of Provincial Tourism Office at the Sidlaking Negros. Shown at left are Tony and Emery Lee of Black Panda Travel. used to teach at Holy Cross High School and who I have not seen for the last two decades. She has since married businessman Tony Lee and run a successful travel agency aside from their own

local merienda of mangoes and the famous chocolate espresso courtesy of the Provincial Tourism office. It was a relaxing break after a long activity. The guests later proceeded to visit Gifts Fashion, and last shopping stop was Sans Rival where the guests put in order for the famous Sans Rival and Sylvanas to bring home. A tour of Dumaguete would not be complete without a walk at The visitors rolled out their streamer for a group picture at our fa- our famous mous Dumaguete Rizal Boulevard . Rizal Boulevard. The guests strolled along our bouIt was an entertaining after- family businesses. levard and stopped for a The group then pronoon for all; I hope to share with you readers the inter- ceeded to the Sidlakang group esting experience the visitors Negros Village which also Turn to page 23 landmarks, the Campanario, the Cathedral and Park; a visit to St. Paul University where the guests visited the Butterfly Park, the university waste management program and the Handuraw Museum.

Matriarch of Jo’s “Chicken Inato” chain

osephine Ng, the matriarch of the very much craved Jo’s Chicken Inato chain of restaurant started her business with just a small stall of cake shop here in the city as baking is definitely one of the best things she loves doing. Her cake shop was then converted to a snack bar as many people came one after another to try their specialties. Answering to the clamor of increasing demand, Jo (as she is most fondly called by friends) and her ever loving husband put up the original Jo’s Chicken Inato establishment which now stands grandiosely along Silliman Avenue. As the word connotes, “inato” is full of simplicity and camaraderie. From only 1 establishment here in the city, Jo’s Chicken now has 22 branches all over the Philippines and is already preparing to venture abroad, particularly in Melbourne, Australia where many Filipinos thrive and crave for the distinctness of Filipino cuisine. Coming from a family of businessmen, she already had the passion and knowledge of running business go through her veins. Despite getting married at a young age and an unfinished college education, she is more than just successful in molding a family but also in providing exquisitely delicious and affordable cuisine for Dumagueteños and Filipinos alike. Jo said she never expected that the business would be as prosperous as it is now as everything started small. Without her noticing it, their business prospered slowly and is now giving Filipinos a heavenly taste of chicken. The branches are now around the country as Jo wants to share the blessings she has gotten with her relatives, letting them run their own Jo’s Chicken Inato with the same taste and exquisiteness. Jo and her husband proved that young marriages do succeed despite stiff hurdles that may come along as long as there is love, hard work and creativity. She married at the age of 15 while her husband was 21 and together they ventured on life with love for 42 long years. She is now 60, her husband passed away four years ago but the love they shared is engraved in her hearts. With all the success she is savoring, she never forgets to talk to the Lord. She is a devoted protestant but she is also a devotee of the Virgin Mary. She was even the brains behind the huge Our Lady of Fatima statue which stands elegantly at the hilltop in Ajong, Sibulan just in front of the newest branch of Jo’s chain of restaurants, The Jo’s Chicken Inato by the Sea. She disclosed that everything she asked for was given to her and she could never be thankful enough for all these blessings she receives. She is also imparting all her blessings to the lowly by doing some charitable works for others. For 22 years

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as it is. It is very embarrassing that it could happen in the most historic church in our country at that!” ——————— When I said “Here also?” It is more of a statement of fact that the unlawful taking of personal things is also happening in other places. In fact, I was expressing my frustration over this unbridled culture of asportation in our society – remembering as I did at the time – some very shameful incidents in my beloved city back home. Truth to tell, we all come from places where these things happened, too. And probably even of worse magnitude. ——————Let me cite one. Just one for we have so many. I remember most particularly this case of a doctoral student of mine in the Graduate Studies Program

JOSEPHINE NG now, she has been holding a Thanksgiving Day with Handicapped Children every October 14 and a Christmas Party for indigents every December. On Valentine’s Day, she treats old and underprivileged couples for a romantic party. All these charitable works, making other people happy, make her feel fulfilled. If you are wondering what her secret to a successful business is, she emphasizes that a good relationship with your employees is of most importance. She said she entrusts her business to her employees and even if she is not always there to supervise them, they already know what to do. She follows a very unique way of talking to her workers especially when they commit mistakes. She does not reprimand them personally or in front of other people but she sends them a “love letter” discussing their flaws and what they should do to improve or change it. She writes it with clarity and sincerity. According to her, she does not want to say harsh words to her workers since once you say it, it hurts them, and you can never take them back. She is one employer worthy to be looked up to. She has now retired from managing their business and has entrusted its management to her son Junjun and daughter-in-law Rochie. She is contented and happy with how everything has turned out to be. She maintains her close contact with her fellow Sillimanians, High School Batch 62, whom she often spends time with. Her friends come over to her place every Sunday to chat and bond. To be truly successful in life, “Just be sincerely good,” she says, and faith in God is your greatest weapon against all hardships.

of Silliman University – a very proper, dignified, and refined lady from Iran. She, her husband and their children had come to Dumaguete to study – to avail for themselves the ambiance of an excellent and conducive academic atmosphere provided by one of the most outstanding educational institutions in the country. ——————— One time she came to attend our class with this very sad news. The house her family rented was burglarized. Practically, all their belongings and valuables – hers, her husband’s their children’s were taken away by person or persons unknown. They have remained unknown to this day imagine! As the class – seething with anger – commiserated and emphatized with her she said: “This thing happen anywhere.” She was very philosophical about it, and in spite of everything, even gracious. One can only have a deep admiration for this lady,

a foreign national, who – in spite of a flagrant violation of her family’s right to be secure in their dwellings –was very considerate with the sensibilities of her classmates who were visibly angry, saddened and embarrassed with what happened to a respected guest in our city. ———————About this truism that asportation happens also in other places even in foreign lands. I remember when we were on a pilgrimage to the Vatican, we were warned never to entrust our camera to a stranger with a request that he takes our picture. He will run away with it! ——————— That this is happening even in foreign lands, is it of any consolation for us when a Filipino steals from a foreigner or anybody for that matter simply because it is global anyway and not strictly a Filipino virus? What do you think?

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NOTICE OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SALE

Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act No. 3135, as amended, filed by HOME DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL FUND, (mortgagee), against ANDREY NOEL A. TUMULAK married to VIDA VIOLETA TUMULAK (Mortgagor), residing at lot 2, Blk. 3, San Jose Village, Banilad, Dumaguete City, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which, as of June 16, 2008, now amounted to FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TEN & 98/100 (PHP 420,510.98), inclusive of interest, penalties and other charges, attorney’s fees and the cost of this foreclosure including sheriff’s fee, the undersigned will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash and in Philippine Currency on September 1, 2008, from 9:00 o’clock in the morning until 4:00 o’clock in the afternoon at the Office of the Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Sheriff, located at the Hall of Justice, E.J. Blanco Drive, Piapi, Dumaguete City, Philippines, the hereunder described properties of the mortgagors, together with the improvements now existing thereon, to wit:

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A parcel of land, Lot 2, Block 3, of the subdivision plan, Psd-0746100289, being a portion of Lots 4329-B-1, Psd-07-019157, situated in the Barrio of Banilad, City of Dumaguete, Island of Negros. Bounded on the NW., along line 3-4 by Lot 4328, Dumaguete Cadastre; on the NE., along line 4-1 by Lot 1, Block 3,; on the SE., along line 1-2, by road Lot 2; on the SW., along line 2-3 by Lot 3, Block 2, all of the subdivision plan. xxx containing an area of EIGHTY (80) SQUARE METERS, more or less. Xxx All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the said date and time. Dated this 25th day of July, 2008 in the City of Dumaguete, Philippines. (Sgd.) MA. ANTONIA L. BULADO Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Sheriff By: The Negros Chronicle Aug. 3, 10 & 17, 2008

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Federalism ... (From page 4) assume that no injunction was issued when the opportunity to decide such matter had not arisen yet? How could Meralco assume that there would be no injunction? Thus, the premise that “there was no injunction” to prove that Justice Sabio should dis-engage himself (from the case), is merely an assumption, that needs to be established. Doesn’t Meralco’s argument beg the question? “Begging the question” is a form of fallacy in logic. Let’s go back to college Logic 101. The Skeptic’s dictionary (http:/ /skepdic.com/begging.html ) provides a good explanation of “begging the question.” What is begging the question? “Begging the question” is what one does in an argument when one assumes what one claims to be proving, explains the Skeptic’s Dictionary. A simple example of “begging the question” would be: “John is attractive because he is handsome.” The conclusion of this example is that “John is attractive” The premise, or the supporting statement, is “he (John) is handsome.” The statement assumes that John is handsome. That John is actually handsome has to be established by a certain objective criteria, not some subjective form of measurement. Since the statement, “he is handsome” is merely an assumption, it needs to be proven. Thus, to say that “John is attractive because he is handsome” is to “beg the question.”

planning/reproductive The Trojan horse... family health, is to compromise the (Roy)

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moral aspect involving the whole human dignity, while the government focuses more on the partial, practical aspect. Unless the respective fields of each party are duly recognized and respected, then we should hardly have any trouble. The problem starts when one party improperly strays into the area of responsibility of the other. In this case, it is the government trying to undermine the moral aspect of the issue by redefining the concepts of freedom of choice, reproductive rights, responsible parenthood and morality itself. As of now, for example, our local birth control/reproductive health proponents claim that they are against abortion, but they are openly promoting artificial contraception, considering it not immoral. In fact, many of these government operatives whose views are widely echoed in the media, often ask what’s wrong with artificial contraception. Aren’t we free to choose any practical and convenient method we want? Of course, everyone is free to do whatever he wants, including killing himself. But the Church has the duty to teach what is the morally right and wrong thing to do. Even the government line that they respect the Church-approved natural family planning and can even promote it also is highly questionable, since it is motivated by the immoral attitude of birth control by all means. It is not motivated by the moral sense of responsible parenthood as defined in Humanae vitae. Thus, for the Church, or better said, for some Church officials to join efforts with the government in the campaign for

Church’s moral teachings on the matter from the start. The government often flaunts the argument that what they try to do is to give the people an informed choice of possibilities, branding such move as an exercise of freedom. Nice try! This is precisely where they are wrong and are very maliciously so. They are giving as choices certain methods that are immoral, ergo, unacceptable. It is never an exercise of authentic freedom to do what is morally wrong, though one may choose to do it just the same, for one false reason or another. In short, Church officials will be welcoming a Trojan horse into the Church and into our society, if not acting the Trojan horse themselves, by cooperating with government in their drive for family planning and reproductive health, given the way these issues are understood by government now. Despite the blatant incompatibility between the Church and government positions, this move would make the Church position as one more choice together with the governmentsponsored immoral ones from which the people are free to choose. The Church position is therefore unduly framed within an unacceptable context. Many of its crucial nuances would be missed out. This would be a very imprudent move, an unnecessary cooperation in evil. Church officials should wake up and start a massive campaign to clarify the wisdom and beauty of the Church position, pointing out the hidden snares of the government agenda on this matter that usually are orchestrated by some heinous alien parties.

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NFA set to ... From page 2 adequate supply of rice. He also reckons that the price of commercial rice will eventually drop further primarily because it’s harvest season in Mindanao which is the main producer of the staple. Meanwhile, Governor Emilio Macias II expressed his displeasure over the propensity of the government to hand doleouts to the masses instead of teaching them how to be self reliant and industrious. He opposes the use of the proceeds from the Reformed Value Added Tax in paying for the electric bills and in importing huge supply of rice to be sold cheap to the poor through the National Food Authority. Macias prefers that the Arroyo administration concentrates on finding genuine and effective means to increase food production than relying on short term solutions.

dinance also enumerates the prohibited acts inside the marine reserves and sanctuaries: taking fishery products and other aquatic resources inside the premises of the marine reserves; destroying or possessing fishery species within the marine sanctuaries and in the buffer zone; altering or removing boundary marks and signs located within the sanctuaries and buffer zone and dumping of waste products. Violators of the proposed ordinance will be fined or incarcerated for not more than six months or both fine and imprisonment at the discretion of the court.

Schools must... From page 2 School administrators are expected to be invited before the City Council during the deliberations of the measure as well as other stakeholders for consultation. vowed to help by calling the attention of the concerned students and their parents. With the same watch list as basis, the authorities will indicate in their police clearance whether they are a member of a gang or not. The clearance is normally secured for employment and other purposes and intended to find out whether the applicant has criminal record and pending cases before the court.

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Conformably with Section 1, Rule 7 of the Rules of the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC-009), as amended the JBC will conduct a public interview at the Division Hearing Room, Ground Floor, New Supreme Court Building, of the following candidates for the positions of: A. ASSOCIATE JUSTICE OF THE SANDIGANBAYAN (vice Diosdado M. Peralta) 05 AUGUST, 2008, TUESDAY 9:00a.m. – 12:00 noon 1. ALARAS, SELMA P. 2. BACLIG, VIVENCIO S. 3. BUESER, DANTON Q. 4. CARPIO, AGNES R. 05 AUGUST, 2008, TUESDAY 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1. CORREA, LIBRADO S. 2. DE ALBAN, ISAAC R. 3. FABROS, AMELIA A. 4. FRANCISCO, RENATO C.

06 AUGUST, 2008, WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon 1. FRUELDA, CARMELITA G. 2. GUERRERO, JUANITA T. 3. GRULLA, CIELITO M. 4. LACAP, MERCEDES P.

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The other 28 candidates for the said position were already interviewed in February and March 2008: 1. ARELLANO, FLORENCIO S. 15. LAUREA, EMMANUEL D. 2. BARRIOS, MANUEL M. 16. LAQUINDANUM, LILY LYDIA A. 3. BERNARDO, VICTORIA F. 17. LLORENTE, ANTONIO M. 4. CORNEJO, MA. CRISTINA J. 18. MANALASTAS, AMELIA A. 5. CRUZ, DANILO S. 19. MAYO, MANUEL A. 6. CRUZ, RAMON A. 20. MEREGILLANO, CHITO S. 7. DE CASTRO, SEVERINO, JR.B. 21. PALMA, PELAGIO B. 8. DIMAGIBA, LEONCIA R. 22. PERALTA, EDUARDO, JR.B. 9. DOMINGO, LORNA N. 23. QUIROZ, ALEX DL. 10. ERUM, MARIA C. 24. REGALA, LEAH D. 11. FE, FERDINAND A. 25. ROS, REYNALDO G. 12. HERRERA, OSCAR, JR.C. 26. SOLUREN, CORAZON D. 13. INFANTE, AMELIA T. 27. SORONGON, EDWIN D. 14. INTING, SOCORRO B. 28. ZALAMEDA, RODIL V.

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M As Silliman University commemorates its founding anniversary, a new set of candidates for Ms Silliman were presented. They are Alwella Marie Puno, Ms Engineering; Algrace Bellingan, Ms Arts & Sciences; Karen Andrea Delgado, Ms Education; Graziella May Villegas, Ms High School; Rhoeue Christie Paez, Ms Mass Comm; Ma. Lean Angeles, Ms BizAd and Ma. Bernadeth Bacang, Ms Computer Studies.

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Dumaguete City’s latest pizza center opens at the Mamma Maria’s Pizzeria along Rizal Boulevard with branches in Ilo-ilo and Bacolod. The creator of Pizzeria is Tommy Brage (left) Chris Hein (center) of Sea Explorer and to right is Hans Bellon who holds the franchise here in Dumaguete. The biggest pizza was shared by its patrons during the opening last Friday.

ANILA, PHILIPPINES - TeleTech Customer Care Management Philippines Inc., one of the biggest business process outsourcing companies in the country, has been given the Apolinario Mabini Employer of the Year 2008 award in a ceremony held last August 6, 2008 in Malacanang. The award was presented to the company by President Gloria MacapagalArroyo for being a frontrunner in creating an exemplary workplace and providing boundless job opportunities to differentlyabled individuals. The Apolinario Mabini Awards, given out by the Philippine Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled Inc., recognizes outstanding contributions by individuals and companies that help improve the lives of people with disabilities (PWDs) in the country. TeleTech emerged as Employer of the Year 2008 for setting a remarkable record in its various employee programs that create unlimited opportunities for career growth. The company was likewise commended for its commitment to provide state-of-the-art facilities and amenities that cultivate an exceptional working environment. According to Maulik Parekh, TeleTech senior vice president and general manager for Asia, the company believes that employees should not be subjected to any form of discrimination at work, no matter their race, gender, religion or physical condition. If you can dream, you have a place at TeleTech. We offer equal employment opportuni-

Non-Medical ... (Kojak) From page 5

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Jay Cayuca: Dinner Concert Explosive best describes Jay Cayuca’s performance last night at the newly refurbished Luce Auditorium. This legendary violin virtuoso promises more than precise and expressive notes on stage— be captivates the audience with his boundless energy, exceptionally superior talent, and striking good looks. His passion for the instrument and performing is highly evident in his flawless strokes and up-to-beat bodily movements. No other violinist in the world matches his unique total showmanship. Mr. Cayuca has mastered all musical genres—be it classical, contemporary rock, jazz and pop—and has traveled the world performing for a wide range of audiences which include presidents, prime ministers, religious leaders and dignitaries.

the best medical schools in the world. No less than four medical specialty hospitals, with state of the art facilities, are less than 20 years old. I can personally testify to the fact that the Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic in Manila, staffed completely by Filipinos, is one of the finest and most professional I have ever experienced. Despite what they said on the TV show “Desperate Housewives”, a very high percentage of America’s healthcare providers are Filipino and they provide top quality medical care. Many of them also provide that same high quality healthcare right here in the Philippines So where do you point your finger to find the reason so many Filipinos die of preventable or curable diseases? If you have not had a chest x-ray this year; if you have not had a breast exam or a Pap

Apolinario Mabini Award

PGMA Awards TeleTech with the prestigious Apolinario Mabini Award. President Gloria MacapagalArroyo recently handed the 2008 Apolinario Mabini Employer of the Year Award to TeleTech, one of the fastest growing business process outsourcing (BPO) companies in the country today. TeleTech received the award for being a frontrunner in creating an exemplary workplace and providing boundless job opportunities to differently-abled individuals. Maulik Parekh, TeleTech Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia, said: “We believe that employees should not be subjected to any form of discrimination at work, regardless of race, gender, religion, or physical condition.” Launched in 1974 by the Philippine Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled, Inc., the Apolinario Mabini Awards has since been recognizing outstanding service and contributions by companies, groups and individuals to PWDs in the country. ties without discrimination to race, gender, religion and physical condition, and have hired a number of employees of varying disabilities. At TeleTech, 18,000 employees means 18,000 dreams unfolding,” he says. The BPO industry in general, has an inherently huge potential to hire differentlyabled individuals thus creating thousands of opportunities,” Parekh adds. TeleTech currently has more than 18,000 employees in the Philippines, making it one

of the biggest BPO firms in the country. It expects the number of its employees in the country to reach 20,000 by year’s end and 25,000 by end-2009, fueled by the opening of more new sites nationwide. Within a year, two more sites will be added to the existing 12 delivery centers, four of which are in the Visayas and eight in Luzon, Parekh says. TeleTech’s growing size will help it accommodate the

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the bad news, the bad news will not happen. Health problems almost never get better by ignoring them. A complete annual medical exam can be a little expensive. I have heard estimates of 8,000 P or more. But there are many things you can do which cost much less. A chest xray is around 500 P. A blood work up cost around 1,000 P. For a few pesos, you can purchase a blood pressure cuff and quickly learn to detect hypertension in your entire family. Hypertension is known as the “silent killer” because, unless you check, you do not know you have it

until it is too late. You can learn to give yourself a breast exam or a testicular cancer exam. Go to the numerous Preventive Medicine web sites and learn the early warning signs for common illnesses. Talk to your family doctor. The life you save could be your own or someone you love. After you are dead the money you saved not seeing a doctor won’t seem so important. Being their to see your children get married or playing with your grandchildren is worth every peso you spent, worth every second you took out of your busy schedule.

Saceda Youth... From page 15 Lebanon, Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates, Tonybee Ltd of Korea, Sir Thomas Boteler School of Great Britain, Youth Development of Nigeria, HOBY Canada and Saceda Youth Lead of the Philippines. Dave G. Saceda has been recognized as well with a Distinguished Award as International Advisor on Youth Leadership.

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note: LIBRE BALIK PROMO WOULD STILL BE IN EFFECT AGAIN FOR CEBU AND TAGBILARAN LINK ONLY CEB-TAG & V.V ONE WAY TRIP IS P500.00 ONLY COMPUTATION OF DISCOUNTS SENIOR : LESS 20% ROUND TRIP OR ONE WAY STUDENTS : 800.00 LESS 15% = 680.00 SO WE HAVE TO OFFER THEM THE LOWER RATE THAT IS P500.00 MINOR : 750.00 LESS 50% = 375.00

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22 REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE Call 0918-929-6047

Code D1

Kind House & Lot

negotiable D2

P17M negotiable

CommercialBldg. and Lot plus

Location / Area Price Pulantubig 2689 sq.m. along highway, near SPUD concrete fenced, 6BR w/ basement + 2 maids quarter, spacious lawn P12M Locsin St., near PNP along, negotiable

next Lot

634 sq.m.

House & Lot

Near Batinguel Elem. School, 454 sq.m. 3 BR, 1 maids quarter spacious, fully furnished P3M

LOTS FOR SALE

negotiable

Contact: 0918-929-6047

REAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE: LOT-A

Lot NO. 5721, Situated at Apolong Valencia, Negros Oriental, containing an area of 2,953 square meters. - price: PhP1.8M Neighboring residences are owned by foreigners - Clean title with only two registered owners. ———————————————

Real Estate

Call: 0918-929-6047 1. Commercial Lot K-10 Location: Looc Area 194 sq.m. Clean title P6 M negotiable 2. House & Lot K-11 Location: Bantayan Area 1,852sq.m. 6 bedrooms, garage, lawn huge sala, kitchen fence P10M negotiable Clean title

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AND PARTITION WITH SIMULTANEOUS SALE OF A PORTION

NOTICE is hereby given that Marcela Sumanoy, Ambrosio Sumanoy and the heirs of Dionesio Sumanoy, namely:Francisco Sumanoy, Sr., Florencia Nuay, Pablita Sumanoy, Nicasio Sumanoy and Amancia Oberique have filed and executed an Extrajudicial Settlement And Partition With Simultaneous Sale Of A Portion of Lot 5893-C, TCT No. 1851, situated in Balugo, Dumaguete City in favor of Dioscora S. Patajo as notarized by Atty. Joel Obar under Doc. No. 465, Page No. 94, Book No. 49, Series of 2008. The Negros Chronicle Aug. 3, 10 & 17, 2008

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Contact 0918-929-6047

HOUSE AND LOT (K 1)

Area: 160 sqmtrs. Location: Casa Alicia Subd., Candau-ay, Dgte. City Price: P2.5M Description: 3 bedrooms, garage, lawn, with good neighbors.

HOUSE AND LOT (K 2) Area: 320 sqmtrs. Location: Casa Alicia Subd., Candau-ay, Dgte. City Price: P4M/ negotiable Description: 3 bedrooms, garage, lawn, with good neighbors.

HOUSE AND LOT (K 3)

Area: 250 sqmtrs. Location: Casa Alicia Subd., Dgte. City Price: P4M Description: 3 bedrooms, garage, lawn, with good neighbors.

AGRI LOT

HOUSE AND LOT (K 4)

Area: 900 sqmtrs. Price: P1.5M Location: Combado, Negros Oriental (Bacong) Description: Accepts 2 payments, 3 bedrooms, with underground, Garage, lawn, 3 rooms of piggery and respectful neighbors.

HOUSE AND LOT (K 5)

Area: 1,200 sqmtrs. Price: P 2M Location: Upper, Cantil-e Description: 3 bedrooms, garage, lawn, right of way and good Neighbors.

FOR SALE

21 hectares titled property planted with sugarcane and mangoes along National Highway, Bondo, Siaton, 500K/hectare (negotiable). Please contact Mae at 0920-5196079.

AGRI LOT

LOT-C

3. BEACH LOT Situated at Dauin, Negros Oriental, containing an area of 7,081 square meters. - Negotiable Price: PhP 15.5M. - Only one signatory to the deed of sale LOT-D

4. LOT NO. 6805, Situated at Opao, Seit Siaton, Negros Oriental, containing an area of 22,432 square meters - Price: PhP60.00 per square meter. Elevated property with scenic view of Tambobo Bay where the Yachts can be seen being docked. Just a road away from the river - Clean title. With proper documents. ——————————------—— Contact: 0918-929-6047.

FOR SALE Sprawling 4.1 Has. of land Ideal for Downtown Subd., Sulodpan, Bacong Contact: 0918-929-6047

AD PAWNSHOP No. 13 San Juan St., Dumaguete City

HOUSE AND LOT (K 7) RUSH SALE

Unredeemed pledges whose terms have expired will be auctioned on August 31, 2008 at our place of business.

JATROPHA

Location: Northern Junob, Four Bedrooms, Open style living area 2 CR’s (inc. ensuite to main bedroom) Sari-Sari Store - possible fifth bedroom Under Cover Parking, approx 8 minutes to downtown (4 mins. to Lee Super Plaza)

LOT FOR SALE (K 8)

Northern Junob, Area: 4,908 sq.m. Products: 100 coconut, Hundreds of corn plantation Price: P4.9M. Accept 2 payments, with Clean Title

SEEDLINGS FOR SALE

Call Cell No.

0906-495-7070

DECLARATION OF HEIRSHIP AND EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH PARTITION AND DESIGNATION OF SHARE NOTICE is hereby given that the heirs of the late SERVILIANO ELMIDO ELVINIA, JR., have filed and executed a Declaration of Heirship and Extrajudicial Settlement With Partition and Designation of Share on TCT No. 25597; TCT No. FV-14292 under TD No. 16-007-0975; TD No. 93-024-0232 known as Lot No. 1483-B-2-C; TD No. 85-12172 known as Lot No. 10341; TD No. 17636 (TCT No. FV-8743); TD No. 85-02-138 (TCT No. FV-11403) known as Lot No. 5010, Pls-847; OCT No. FV-15913, known as Lot No. 244, Pls-847; TD No. 99-22-007-00371, known as Lot No. 1204; OCT No. FV-12894, known as Lot No. 4574, Pls-847; TCT No. FT-750 known as Lot No. 281, Pls-847; TD No. 16-007-0975, known as Lot No. 4349; TD No. 16-007-0971, known as Lot No. 4384; OCT No. FV-20446, known as Lot No. 4308-B; TCT No. FT-1634, known as Lot No. 4384; Napandan Sketch plan Lot No. 1328, 1332, 1333, 1334; TCT No. 1657; TD No. 85-12-172 known as Lot No. 10341; Sketch plan of Lot No. 10069, BGSS-07-03000029; TD No. 07-1216, Lot No. 1222; TD No. 85-11-043, Lot No. 245; Lot No. 1203, Pls-847; one unit motor vehicle (Jeep type) with Motor No. 412-0616697; one unit motorcycle with number VSO-1169035; and one unit fire arm per Doc. No. 395, Page No. 80, Book No. VIII, Series of 2007 of Notary Public Cyrus C. Riconalla. The Negros Chronicle July 27, Aug. 3 & 10, 2008

WANTED Bookkeeper Part-time Call: 0918-929-6047 Submit biodata, resume to: NEGROS CHRONICLE

(K 2)

Area: 2,280 sqmtrs. Price: P500 Thousand Location: Lutao, Bacong, Negros Oriental Description: 4 coconut trees and sources of wood trees.

LOT-B

2. One property, with two separate titles, being separated by a barangay road passing through them: LOT NO. 4529, Situated at Valencia, Negros Oriental, containing an area of 1,189 square meters and LOT NO. 4528, Situated at Valencia, Negros Oriental, containing an area of 633 square meters - price for the whole property: PhP1.6 M. With more than a hundred standing matured lanzones trees. - Clean title with only one signatory to the deed of sale. ———————--——————-

(K 1)

Area: 14,700 sqmtrs. Location: 120 coconuts at Combado, Bacong, Negros Oriental, with Price: P4.5M negotiable Right of way and good neighbors.

BEACH LOT FOR SALE (K 9) Location: Sibulan; Area: 400 sq.m.; Price: P2M (negotiable) Clean Title

AGRI LOT

(K 3)

Area: 700 sqmtrs. Location: (Talay) East Balabag, Valencia City Price: P 350 Thousand Description: 3 bamboo trees, 2 jackfruits, with right of way, accepts two payments and Clean Title.

Call: 09189296047 Beach LOTS for Sale Call: 0918-929-6047 Code Area B1 B2 B3 B4

3,400 sq. mtrs 1,200 sq. mtrs 1,085 sq. mtrs 1.4 hectare

Location

South Poblacion, Bacong Buntis, Bacong South Poblacion San Miguel Bacong (Near Ducomi) B5 20,000 sq. mtrs Bulak, Bacong B6 40,000 sq. mtrs Boundary Near Beach: of Bacong & Dauin B7 2,100 sq. mtrs South Poblacion, Bacong B8 2,900 sq. mtrs South Poblacion, Bacong

Price 10 M w/ clean title 1.5 M w/ clean title 2.5 M w/ clean title 15 M w/ clean title 15 M w/ clean title 40 M w/ clean title 2.3 M w/ clean title 3 M w/ clean title

Readers’ Views

mails & e-mails

No Prosecutor ... From page 1

VP NOLI: Mr. Mass Housing ... From page 1

Guihulngan prosecutors’ Office within the month. Provincial Prosecutor Hermosa said that first thing Monday, he will follow up with the DOJ in Manila and see to it that a prosecutor will be assigned in the first district of reader’s response to the article Meloto III: Guihulngan so that there will be Love, Not condemnation by Bingo P. no hiatus of justice.

A response to “Meloto III” Dear Editor:

Dejaresco (July 27, 2008, paragraph 4, line

10).

Strange. I could not “feel trivialized and embarrassed when people joke about the clergy”. I have known so many great priests whose brilliance more than makes up for all the others who may be mediocre or something knowing some of these great priests caused me to reflect, time and again, on how greatness and simplicity could dwell so wonderfully in a human person (The not-so-great priests are still unfolding. Some bloom in late season). I can name names. But let me just pick one. He has been dead for many years now but there is a street in Makati named after him. He is Fr. Horacio de la Costa, S.J. who in 1968 represented the Philippines in an ambassadors’ conference held at Pius XII Catholic Center-Manila. That event led to my first encounter with this great priest. As host and last speaker of the conference, he brilliantly gathered all the key messages of the other ambassador-speakers, connected them to the influential events and persons in their country’s history and with a delicate sense of gratitude and awe, wrapped them in unique Filipino charism and hospitality. So exquisitely done. The applause told him how his speech was received and he quietly returned to his chair like he forgot what he just did. Wonderful speech more wonderful human being. From that time on, I paid a great deal of interest in his writings and speaking engagements. Coincidentally, not long ago, I followed on TV an Easter Vigil Mass held at the Ateneo de Manila and noticed that the celebrants’ development and delivery of the homily held a reflection of Fr. H. de la Costa’s. I thought: Fr. De la Costa lives on! Also, you would be happy and proud to know that there is a diocese in California where the bishop asked a missionary congregation in the Philippines to send priests there to minister in the diocese. At that time, there were more than 50 parishes without priests. Many Filipino priests, not just a handful, have made their valuable presence felt here and abroad. Moreover, this same issue of the Negros Chronicle (July 27, 2008) published three articles from the clergy, namely: FR. Roy Cimagala (Nth: Population Issue); Fr. Roman Sagun, Jr. (Catholic Church as a Political Force) and Fr. Gammy Tulabing (Bishop Gabriel Reyes’ Letter). No small matter to me. And I’m far from feeling trivialized and embarrassed by jokes (or nonjokes) about the clergy. I say this because I am aware and grateful of the life and work of some of our best in the clergy. Among other things, I was myself not only a member of the diocesan seminarians’ board, I was also a member of the Committee on the Diocesan response to sexual abuse (in the U.S.). Reason I dropped out of the latter was because I was getting ready to move back to the Philippines. Cheer up, Bing. (Sgd.) LIGAYA R. VALENCIA Poblacion,Pamplona 6205 Negros Oriental sight that He bought us with a price no one can pay for. He bought us with His blood. (Muffet) From page 5 When we are alone with God, these pretenses are not necesof judges? How does God all sary. How others see us does not see us? How do we rate in His count anymore, and it is Him who is scale of 1-10? the ultimate judge. It is wonderful to He thinks that we are worthy to know that we can come to Him as die for. He wanted to know how it we are. He is full of compassion, feels to be betrayed, accused, understanding and love. Someone judged, humiliated, pierced, cruci- said that when we die, there are only fied and still, exercised the act of the two things that we can bring to ultimate kindness and selflessness heaven. Salvation and Character. when He forgave those who did all We can yield to the presthese. Yes, He knew it all in that sure of His hands, molding us day in Calvary, and He under- until He sees us fit for the work stands. We are so precious in His He wants us to accomplish.

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6 camps ... From page 1

ON THE RUN, THEY BURY THEIR GUNS. The few remaining rebels are now on the run, saidCol. Cesar Yano, 302nd Brigade Commander. “They engage us in short running battles but they no longer face us. They hit and run. Negros, being a feudal system has big tracks of land owned by a few. The few rebels now bury their guns and mix with the farmers,” he added. As a counter measure, the military scouts also wear civilian clothes and mix with the farmers. Maximizing intelligence funds have proven beneficial because people report who are the new fasces in the neighborhood, said Yano.

CONVERGENCE. The convergence of support from the local governments both provincial and municipal, the clergy, the people at large and the civic sector, are great factors in helping the military stamp out insurgency, said Lt. Gen. Pedro Ike Insierto, AFP Central Command Chief. The six camps and harbor sites overrun are Camp Vic of Sitio Avocado, Talalac, Sta. Catalina; Camp Sitio Banlas in Milagrosa, Sta. Catalina; Camp Sitio Budlas in Apoloy, Siaton; Camp Sitio Botong in Dobdob, Valencia; Camp Kalabasahan in Milagrosa, Sta. Catalina and Camp Nasig-id in Zamboaguita town. Recovered from the overrun sites are subversive documents, tents, medicines and personal belongings of the

MILITARY HOWLS Military operation commanders who are ready to file charges in court in the wake of the anti-insurgency drive, lamented that many suspects are bound to be released if no case is filed against them. Moreover, no preliminary hearing can be conducted because there is no Prosecutor in Guihulngan. “What happens to our suspects arrested, and after long years of search, and lives lost, the suspect can only be released because the reglamentary period has lapsed, and the prosecutor is nowhere. This indirectly is helping insurgency to flourish in an area where prosecutors are nowhere and fast access to justice is not only denied, but simply becomes unreachable. What happened to the old fiscal? Hermosa said the old fiscal was relieved for reasons he did not disclose. The public said, the reasons for his relief must be made public.

Macias to ... From page 1 the entire bureaucracy. Meanwhile, Macias reiterated anew his pitch for the province to convert to organic farming as a way to cushion the impact of price increases in chemical fertilizer. He also instructed provincial Schools Superintendent Licerio Napao to train public school teachers on how to make organic fertilizers so they can channel the knowledge to their students, who will be able to make money out of the undertaking as the Capitol vowed to purchase half of their production.

Showing off ... From page 17 picture. Emery Lee reminisced that she spent many happy hours along the boulevard with her students when she was here. The sun was setting and the surreal beauty of the sea and sky was a sight for all! It was time for the guests to go back to Bahura where Resort Manager Ronnie Sta. Ana had a sumptuous dinner with an entertaining program waiting. All in all, it was a short afternoon of show and tell of the many beautiful sites and places where guests can enjoy and feel the beauty and ambience of our beautiful Dumaguete. NPAs (See picture in page 1).

REBELS’ SIDE. On the oher side, the rebels said that insurgency is also in the hearts and minds of the people. It will nevere be erased until the government itself will erase the root causes like social injustice, double standard of governance, one for the poor and one for the rich, graft and corruption, plunder and politics of patronage. Unless these are stamped out of the system, the spirit of insurgency will continue to burn and the campaign to remove the corrupt of society by force is the final option for drastic cleansing of those in government.

This is a scene in the recent inauguration of the two latest mass housing subdivisions in Bais Highlands and Northville at the airport area. Photo shows Mayor Tata Villanueva, Lotiff Construction President Louie Tijing, Sibulan Mayor Antonio Renacia and Kabayan De Castro lowering the traditional time capsule during the ground breaking rites. and home buyers. Since the start of this year alone, approximately 48,000 more families became the beneficiaries of the housing programs being undertaken by the government under the supervision of the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council chaired by Vice-President De Castro. Planing in to Dumaguete City and Negros Oriental for a brief but fruitful visit last Wednesday, August 6, De Castro was the guest of honor in the groundbreaking and launching of Northville and Bais Highlands, two of the latest addition in the growing number of housing projects in the province. Northville is located along Kalye PitongGatang in Boloc-boloc, Sibulan, Negros Oriental, a mere twominute drive from the airport and city boundary. Bais Highlands is located in Tamisu, Bais City. Northville consists of 202 units for the first phase out of a total of 600 units for the entire phase of 9 hectares. With four Mediterranean-inspired models to choose from, it is a low-cost project made available through cash, bank, or Pag-ibig Fund financing at very low interest rates. Lot sizes range from 50 square meters to 158 square meters, while floor sizes come in four variations, namely 35, 36, 45 and 60 square meters. To date, 71, 746 housing units all over the country have been purchased or constructed through Pag-ibig Fund’s low interest housing loans. The total loans for 2007 reached P23.6 billion, the highest annual release for Pag-ibig Fund in its 27year history. The housing project has been considered by members of the media in Dumaguete as the site of a so-called Media Village. Other prospective home owners are private and government employees, including the Department of Education, overseas workers, members of the Philippine National Police, and other interested individuals. In his welcome remarks, Sibulan Mayor Antonio Renacia expressed his enthusiasm over this latest develop-

ment in his fast-growing municipality. Being the gateway to both sides of Negros Island, Sibulan has become a much sought-after site of a number of commercial establishments because of their affordable tax collection program. Louie Tijing, general manager of Lotiff Property Development Corporation, who is the developer and contractor of both projects among many others, challenged Mayor Renacia, as well as the barangay captain of Boloc-boloc, Dennis Omoso, for the local government unit to do the widening and concreting of the barangay road from the highway leading to Northville as their contribution. Tijing also acknowledged not only the all-out assistance of the members of the municipal council, but also the able partnership of the land owner, Ramon Locsin, one of the scions of matriarch Angelina Locsin, who also represented A Realty. Bais Highlands, on the other hand, is in partnership with Land Congenerics, Inc. with Constancio Sia, owner of Asian College of Science and Technology (ACSAT), as president. It was also announced by Tijing that actual land develop-

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ment work for the Northville project will start next month and hopefully, the first batch of housing units will be turned over to their respective owners by February or March next year. The occasion was likewise made significant by the awarding of Certificates of Lot Allotment (CELA) for the Community Mortgage Program project of the government for the members of the United People for Progress in Cantil-e, Dumaguete. Receiving the certificates from Vice-President De Castro was Hertha Marietta Villana, president of the association on behalf of its members. Also present in the groundbreaking and launching were Atty. Fermin Arzaga, president of Social Housing Finance Corporation; Angeles Gultiano, Pag-ibig Fund vice-president for the Visayas; and Lucille Ortile, undersecretary of the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council. Joining them as well were members of the Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry led by Gregorio Uymatiao Jr. and Edward Du.

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