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Historic Balingasag Church in Balingasag, Misamis Oriental.
Mutiny at Calaganan The Case for a Ninth Ray of the sun in the Philippine Flag By Mike Baños, Editor-at-Large
(In commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the City Charter of Cagayan de Oro, we are bringing back these stories on “Birthing the City”) Many people have tried to win recognition for what local historians claim was the only Katipunan-led revolt in Mindanao at the time of the Cry of Balintawak in 1896, but to this day, the cloak of censorship thrown by Spanish
authorities over the so-called Calaganan Mutiny has effectively stifled efforts to put it in its rightful place of honor in the annals of the Philippine Revolution against Spain. Although it remains a little known fact to this day, Misamis was the only region which actively joined the Katipunan revolt against Spain in 1896. It may have occurred over
100 years ago but reopening the archives on this forgotten chapter of the country’s history could change the way the present Philippine flag looks like. Local historians believe government should fund further research into determining if there is a need to makeover the sun in the Philippine flag with nine instead of eight rays. Every grade school student in the country is taught how the eight rays of the sun in the Philippine tricolor represent the eight provinces in Luzon
which first rose in revolt against the Spaniards in 1896. But Cagayan de Oro historian Antonio J. Montalvan II says existing historical sources indicate there was one other Katipunan-led revolt in the islands which occurred during that same period in 1896 which has not been recognized by Filipino historians. The Calaganan Mutiny is detailed in the letters of Vicente Elio y Sanchez of Camiguin to the Manila-based Spanish newspaper “La
Oceania Española” and two other historical sources but has never been linked to the First Cry of Balintawak led by Andres Bonifacio. Mr. Montalvan believes Mr. Elio’s letters never got past Spanish censors anxious to douse support for the revolution which had broken out in Luzon. Mr. Elio was a classmate of Dr. Jose Rizal at the
Ateneo de Manila. The mutiny exploded in September 29, 1896 among the so-called “Disciplinarios” or conscripts consisting mostly of convicts from Luzon, who were pressed into battle against the Moros in Lanao. In late August of 1896, the Katipunan revolution against Spain Mutiny/PAGE 7
Bringing Hope to Upper Tignapoloan ES BY
JANRY B. COLONIA , Ph.D, AM/TM EPS II Division of Cagayan de Oro
Much has been said about doing ones worth for the country and even less has been done about it. But for some this is a calling that they take into heart.
Pio Valenzuela was the trusted aide dispatched by Andres Bonifacio to foment a Katipunan-led rebellion in Mindanao.
Last June 5, 2015 the kind hearted people of Kristin Educational Exponent headed by Mrs. Cora Sempio and TJ Angeles lead the tinagpoloan/PAGE 7
Women and children took shelter in the St. Augustine Cathedral while the menfolk joined the Spanish soldiers as Voluntarios to stop the incoming force of Disciplinarios from Calaganan.
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AN AWARENESS ON THE WILDLIFE FREEDOM AND FOSTERING BIRD CONSERVATION
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RAPTOR An awareness on the wildlife freedom and fostering bird conservation ARTICLE BY: CLEMENT L. DAMPAL II
It was February 16, 2015 when I was officially accepted as a Regular Member of the Wild Bird Photographers of the Philippines (WBPP), a non-stock, non-profit organization committed on the conservation and preservation of bird and natural environment through ethical photography thus encouraging conservation education. My decision on joining the organization was generally based on promoting awareness of the natural environment to address the over-rated threats both to the wildlife and their habitats. Honing my photography skills through Bird Photography may be secondary but the choice is more on the advocacy. Fast forward, I was given a greater opportunity, chosen by the organization as one of the judges of a weekly photo contest with a theme, “RAPTOR” last May 1-7, 2015 for the Week Number 8 Entry wherein winning photos will be featured at the 20 th Edition Graphic Expo at the SMX-Mall of Asia, Metro Manila Philippines on June 04-06, 2015 in partnership with Fujifilm. The official entries were judged based on their technical and aesthetic qualities wherein winning images were chosen based on sharpness of focus, angle of capture, exposure, and rendering of colors, creative composition, use of foreground and quality of background and emotional impact to the viewer. With 35 official entries to choose from covering beautiful images of a number of very accomplished photographers in the country, the weekly photo competition became tough for us. Together with the certified Bird Photographers in the country, Rhea Bautista, Conrad Legaspi, Conrad Olayres and Flloyd Bermejo, we chose the best among others and the results are as follows. First Runner Up (Tie):
Best Photo: Philippine Eagle by Neil Konrad Binayao III
The photo says it so. I mean, look at the emotional impact of this picture. For me, this is a great avenue to educate the people on the conservation of the importance of biodiversity. Additionally, creative composition is present to the image like putting the subject to the center and adding a natural state of balance.
Philippine Hawk Eagle
by Roy de Guzman Daantos
Most often than not, simplicity creates an emotional impact to the beholder’s eye. Thus, I chose this one as my third placer. The bird’s pose (subject) ideally complemented to its milieu creating a more dramatic composition. Sometimes, conservation needs the power of photography in order to promote international awareness of the natural environment. Most Popular Photo: Philippine Serpent Eagle by Tirso Paris
First Runner Up (Tie): Philippine Serpent Eagle by Ramon Quisumbing
“The vividness of color. A very regal pose showing its might!!”- Conrad Olayres said. “I like the photo because it was sharp and well exposed.. and i like the pose showing its crest.. like a king guarding its territory.” Added by Floyd Pison Bermejo.
This picture of the Philippine Eagle hovering majestically over Mt. Kitanglad caught my attention on this particular theme: RAPTOR. This creates an awareness on the freedom of these species that we somehow need to address the overrated threats both to the wildlife and their habitats.
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COC-Phinma grad grabs 3 in criminology licensure rd
Story and Photos by MARK FRANCISCO, Lifestyle Editor
YET another Criminology graduate from COC-Phinma topped the licensure exam given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) recently. For that, 20-year-old Franchette Monique Abalde was awarded by COCPhinma a check worth P50,000, a gift reserved only for alumni who have given glory back to the college. And all that began when Franchette decided to take on the program
leading to a Criminology degree simply because it can have almost an immediate assurance for employment. Indeed her dream became true. Now that Franchette became third placer in the April 2015 Criminology licensure exam, COC-Phinma wasted no time in hiring her to be one of their Criminology faculty. Franchette immediately accepted it with pride. “I love my college so much. It is one of my aims to inspire the Criminology students and I pray to God that I won’t fail them,” Franchette said as she started embarking to teach the students this June. Franchette’s road to fame was not an easy one. Definitely there were sleepless nights as Franchette gruelingly endured hours and hours of reviews so she could pass the exam. “I didn’t expect to be a topnotcher but I was already confident that I would somehow excel. COC-Phinma instructors and professors have given their best to teach us all about Criminology,” she quipped. This Quezon National High School (Bukidnon) valedictorian’s efforts paid off. In the April 7 to 9, 2015 exams taken in Cagayan de Oro City, Franchette got an 89.75 percent rating, tying with two others to clinch the third spot. With all the hard work and determination, Franchette has this to inspire the incoming batch of Criminology reviewees: “Just keep the faith. Believe that you will win the race and make your beliefs real.”
Primavera developer Italpinas sets P242-M IPO Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental (June 2, 2015)— The Italian-Filipino sustainable property developer, Italpinas Euroasian Design and Eco-development Corporation (ITPI), is set to launch an initial public offering (IPO) this year to raise P242 million for its new and ongoing integrated development projects. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) obtained by the Manila Times on Tuesday, IDC said it will be offering 57.622 million primary common shares, priced at a maximum of P4.20 per share. The final offer price will be determined on July 21, and the offer period will run from July 27 to 31. The company expects to list on the Small, Medium and Emerging Board of the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on August 10. P700-M market cap post-IPO Upon completion of the offering, the company will have a total of 221.618 million issued and outstanding shares, 26 percent of which are the offered shares to the public and the remaining 74 percent held by the existing shareholders. IDC will have a market capitalization of P700.16 million postIPO, up from the current P480.68 million. Unicapital Inc. is appointed as the sole underwriter of the issue. Net proceeds of P220.8 million, after listing-related expenses and taxes, will fund capital expenditures (capex) for new projects (P120.68 million); land banking and acquisition (P47 million);
retirement of existing loans (P20 million); and general working capital (P33.12 million). The money will be spent in the fourth quarter this year up to end-2016, the company said. Ownership profile Incorporated in January 2009 and formerly called Italpinas Euroasian Design and Eco-Development Corp., IDC is engaged in real estate development focused on architectural design and environmentally sustainable developments as demonstrated by its initial project, the Primavera Residences. It is a joint venture between Italian
architect Romolo Valentino Nati and Filipino lawyer Jose D. Leviste 3rd with his father Jose P. Leviste Jr., teaming up to establish sustainable developments in the Philippines. To date, the company is 54.43-percent owned by the Levistes, 40 percent by Nati, 3.57 percent by Marito Garcia and 2 percent by Antonio Herbosa. Nati is IDC’s chairman and chief operating officer, while the younger Leviste serves as vice chairman and his father as president. Boost to capex From the IPO proceeds, P120.68 million will go to capex next year. From
that will come funding for the development of Primavera City, a collective mixed-use development consisting of 7 residential condominium and commercial office buildings with solar panel arrays at the rooftop to promote green development. Primavera City will be located within Pueblo de Oro Business Park near SM City Cagayan de Oro and will be developed in four phases, with construction set to start by the fourth quarter of 2016. P47M for land banking Land banking will get P47 million from the net proceeds for prospective land purchases in Lipa, Batangas; Dumaguete, Negros Oriental and Iloilo City, which are all under negotiation as of press time. According to the filing, IDC posted a bigger net income of P18.36 million last year from P5.3 million in 2013. This year, the PSE expects nine to 10 companies listing on the exchange. Aside from IDC, the anticipated listings this year include the IPOs of the Company of Friends Inc. (P7.7 billion), Gweilo Corp. (P95 million), Green Power Panay Philippines Inc. (P290 million) and SBS Philippines Corp. (P1.15 billion); the follow-on offering of Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc. (P32 billion); as well as the backdoor listing of National Book Store Inc. via Vulcan Industrial Mining Corp, and LBC Development Corp. via Federal Resources Investment Group Inc. (The Manila Times, May 27, 2015)
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Camella unveils Cerritos CDO
Story by MARK FRANCISCO, Photos by IRENE DAYO
AMIDST a barrage of glitzy performances from acrobats, sexy dancers and an emerging pop group calling itself JBK, Camella launched last Saturday Cerritos CDO, the fourth such development from the brand following the immense success of its sister projects in Pasig, Cavite and Davao City. Meaning “little hills” in Spanish, Camella Cerritos CDO is envisioned by president Maribeth Tolentino as changing the urban landscape of Canitoan, Cagayan de Oro to best suit the residential needs of Cagayanons and people from neighboring areas. Literally a stone’s throw away from SM City Cagayan de Oro and with Laguindingan airport just a few kilometers to the west,
the nine-hectare Camella Cerritos CDO vows to “turn the vast land of Canitoan into a charming Mediterranean community.” It will be the 163rd Camella project nationwide and a third for Cagayan de Oro – following Camella Homes and Gran Europa. In Camella Cerritos CDO, you can choose from a variety of twoor three-bedroom models – Marga, Mara, Carmela, Carina, Drina, Elaisa, Fatima, Gavina, Reana, Margarita, Laila and Martha. Then there are also options for lots only from 151 square meters to 166 square meters. In short, there’s a perfect Camella home, depending on one’s income and geography. With this abundance of options, Camella is
the top-of-mind choice among average income Filipino families and even among the overseas Filipino market. Camella Cerritos CDO will soon be a residential community with homes in pleasant sun-drenched hues. The community exudes the passion for living life to the fullest. It will be a wonderful place
to appreciate nature’s beauty while creating wonderful moments with your family. In the interest of living well, recreational amenities such as parks, playgrounds, a swimming pool, an impressive entrance gate and a reliable 24-hour security system will also soon rise in Camella Cerritos
side by side with the residential development. This is to create wonderful memories for you and your beloved family that you may live and enjoy modern conveniences at a place that offers nothing but snippets of modern living. Cagayan de Oro has always been at the forefront of Camella’s
goals. Being the base to multinational companies and the center of education in this gateway to Mindanao, it’s the very reason why people want to make this city their home. The country’s largest developer with communities spanning the north and south of the country, Camella has almost 40 years of building experience and pioneering concept leadership with one sole focus – to build living communities that embody innovation and progress with family and community life – creating a legacy for generations to come. Camella’s masterplan for success is simple: for every house we build, we see a Filipino family; for every subdivision we create, we envision a Filipino community.
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Cagayan de Oro’s Square Garden By: Dr. Blas Ch. Velez
(In commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the City Charter of Cagayan de Oro, we are bringing back these stories on “Birthing the City”) D id you k now ou r pre-Spanish Kagay-anon ancestors once had their own version of the famous Madison Square Garden?
Present-day Kagay-anons will be proud of the fact that they share a common bond with their 15th century forefathers-they all have, at one time or another, taken a stroll along our local square. Our square was once one of these things: an arena similar to Blasco Ibañez’s
Blood and Sand epic, a baseball park, a military camp, a place of Catholic worship, a battlefield, and a dreaded execution site. It is now a lovers lane, a place for evening meditation, a jogger’s delight, and a place where a royal prince fell in love with a Moro princessthus giving the town its
name, Cagayan. If a tape recorder were ava i lable during t hese different eras, we would be able to hear the different events that transpired at the Square. The “hisses”, the “boos”, the thunderous ovations, the sobs, the laughter, the “vivas!”, the groans of deep pain, the religious hymns. What a delight it would have been to be able to “hear” history in the making! During the pre-Spanish era, t he Squa re was a fortified place where the royal family of Cagayan lived. It was here where the Higaonon chieftain, Bagani, and the Maranaw princess, Bai Lawanen, met and fell in love at first sight. The legend dwells on the shame the loving pair brought on their tribes-a shame, locally translated as kagayha-an. Voila! The settlement finally had a name! Then t he Spa nia rds came. As usual, the fairskinned colonizers started
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El Case del Chino Ygua By Mike Banos, Editor-at-Large
(In commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of the City Charter of Cagayan de Oro, we are bringing back these stories on “Birthing the City”) The earliest Chinese recorded to have settled in Cagayan in 1863 was Sia Ygua who came from Amoy. Although Amoy (today Xiamen) was the exit port, most of the traveling Chinese came from the Yuegang and Fujian areas. In the case of Ygua, however, his native town was really Amoy. Sia Ygua established himself as a merchant in Cagayan. Later, in 1882, he built himself a big house on Calle del Mar using bricks he imported from China. The bricks were loaded aboard Chinese junks were they served as ballast for the long voyage. In Cagayan, the bricks were unloaded on the banks of the Cagayan river. From this house, Sia Ygua built the Chinese family with the most number of descendants in Cagayan. Some of these branches were those of his grandsons from his son Sia Kiam, Sia Simon Velez and Sia Tonhio, all of whom distinguished themselves as hard working entrepreneurs and loyal supporters of the local Catholic church. Later, Sia Ygua himself participated in the patriotic activities
of Cagayan during the Philippine-American War. His house subsequently figured as a landmark for those historic events. On April 7, 2000, the National Historical Institute of the Philippines recognized Sia Ygua’s patriotic contribution by installing a national historical marker at his house, today known as Casa del Chino Ygua. (source; A Cagayan de Oro Ethnohistory Reader by Antonio J. Montalvan II) published 2004
The Brick House of Insik Ygua in del Mar-Victoria Streets By Fr. Francisco Demetrio,S.J. Insik Ygua, a native of Amoy, China, came to Cagayan towards the last quarter of the 19th century, about 1860. He started out as a food vendor (perhaps also sold puto). He made friends with the Recollect priests of San house/PAGE 7
Governor’s presence in project turnovers pleases Misamisnons Since he assumed offices as mayor in the Municipality of Tagoloan within three terms, congressman in the second district of the Misamis Oriental within two terms and governor of the province at present, Gob. Bambi Emano’s way of personally handing over his projects to the communities remains. It is the major concern and intent of the Governor to see the plight of the people and the issuance of urgent action to the basic needs of the barangays. During the relief distribution and turnovers of 33 multi-purpose vehicles known as Bambi Kabs just recently, almost 80% of the areas never had a governor set foot in their communities. It pleased them because for the longest
time, it was the only instant that a governor who cares has come to visit them and tried to reach
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT SM SUPERMALLS Pinoy pride takes center stage as SM Mindanao Malls celebrate the 117th Independence Day with a series of activities. On June 12, SM City Davao, SM City Cagayan de Oro, SM City General Santos and SM Lanang Premier will simultaneously participate in the hoisting of the Philippine flag at 8-9:30am. To add to the patriotic celebration, SM City Davao shoppers will enjoy the Musikademy at 2pm, Independence Day Zumba with Dance Station’s Lei Valle at 6pm and the Mutya ng Pilipinas Regional Search with Fabio Ide and Rene Salud on July 13, 1pm at the Annex Event Center. Meanwhile, SM Lanang Premier will feature the amazing live performance of young Singapore-based Filipino crooner Miguel Antonio at the Atrium on June 12, 6pm. Celebrating Independence Day on June 12 has never been this exciting as SM City
General Santos brings you a short tribute to our national living treasure “Lang Dulay” at 10am and a Kalayaan Job Fair with Industry Academe Forum initiated by DOLE at Trade Halls 1 and 2 while SM City Cagayan de Oro will be unveiling the Independence Day centerpiece featuring the 2014 Paskorela winner. What’s more? Catch the biggest Pinoy Fun Sale and avail up to 70% off on great selections mall wide on June 12 at all SM malls nationwide. Plus, SM City Cagayan de Oro will be having the Himugso Sale on June 13 to 15. From June 6 to 14, mallgoers are also in for exclusive dining deals at SM Lanang Premier’s proudly Pinoy restaurants – Bistro Selera, Archipelago 7107, Mesa, Marina Tuna, and Hukad to name a few. All these and more only at SM Supermalls!
out. They felt the genuine and sincere service of Gov. Bambi Emano for the poor and less fortunate.
Fernando “Sotsot” Dy, executive assistant to Misamis Oriental Gov. Yevgeny Vincente “Bambi” Emano, supervises the preparations of 3,500 school bags for elementary enrollees to be distributed to El Salvdor City and the municipalities of Claveria and Opol Misamis Oriental today, June 4. Mindanao Daily News photo by Gerry Lee Gorit
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from page 1 broke out in Luzon. Exactly a month after, or September 29, 1896, a group of Filipinos from Luzon who were deported to the Spanish fort Fuerza Real de la Nueva Victoria in Calaganan (present day Balo-i, Lanao del Norte) for training in military discipline to fight against the Moros of Lanao, mutinied against their Spanish superiors upon receiving instructions from the Katipunan in Manila. They raided the Spanish armory and proceeded to Cagayan de Misamis to attack the town, being joined by some Moros. On the way, they ransacked convents and homes of Spanish peninsulars. However, a joint force of Spanish soldiers and Filipino volunteers repulsed them in Sta. Ana, Tagoloan. From Cagayan, they proceeded to Sumilao, Bukidnon where they were joined by a band of 50 Higa-onons. They next attacked the Tercio Civil outpost in Balingasag, and raided the outpost of Gingoog on January 1897. By that time, news of Rizal’s execution had reached Cagayan and Misamis, and this further stoked the anger of the local Katipuneros. It took the Spanish gunboat Mariveles, recalled from the Tercio Distrito de Surigao, to finally subdue the resistance in Gingoog. This was the only known Katipunan revolt in the entire Mindanao. What is especially unique about this particular mutiny is that besides happening at about the same time as the Katipunan revolt in Luzon, there appears to be a direct link between it and the Katipunan revolt in the person of Pio Valenzuela, a cousin of the amazon warrior Arcadia Valenzuela of Lapasan, Cagayan de Misamis (as Cagayan de Oro was then known) who visited Mindanao during this period (ostensibly on instructions from Andres Bonifacio himself!) to instigate a similar revolt in Mindanao . Mr. Montalvan maintains how Augustinian Recollect chronicles confirm that this revolt was in fact instigated by a communication from Katipuneros in Luzon, making Mindanao the ninth province to join the Katipunan revolt, albeit not included in the eight rays of the sun in the Philippine flag which represent the eight provinces which first rose against Spanish tyranny. “We have yet to establish beyond a reasonable doubt the direct link between the Katipunan revolt in Luzon and the Calagan Mutiny, but there are extant sources which appear to indicate that such a link did exist, and that Pio Valenzuela did indeed come to Mindanao on the instructions of Andres Bonifacio to foment a revolt against the Spaniards,” Mr. Montalvan said. Another unique aspect of the revolt was that it was participated in by Mindanao’s tri-people: the Christian
immigrants, the indigenous natives in the person of Higaonons from Bukidnon, and a group of Moros from Lanao, making it not only a Katipunan revolt, but one in which all three of Mindanao’s tri-people was represented. “Should a direct link be established between Bonifacio’s Katipunan revolt in Luzon and the Calaganan Mutiny, then the people of Mindanao can rightfully petition the national government to add a ninth ray to the sun in the Philippine flag,” Mr. Montalvan said. What needs to be done at this point is to verify primary sources such as the Consular Letters of the French Embassy in Manila to Paris where the Calaganan Mutiny is described in detail, Montalvan added. The letters are now in the archives of the National Museum in Manila, as are other extant documents like the historical account of the Jesuit historian Pablo Pastells in which the Calaganan Mutiny is also described in detail. (Postscript: It has been almost 10 years since this story was published and as far as the author knows, there has been no further studies conducted in pursuit of this topic)
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from page 1 educational kits, slippers and snacks among the 320 students of Upper Tignapoloan Elementary School. The students together with their teachers and Head Teacher Mrs. Deborah Flora were very happy to receive such blessings. The presence of the personnel of the Department of Education Division of Cagayan de Oro headed by Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Reynaldo E. Manuel Jr. made the occasion an affair to remember. Beaming smiles were painted all on the faces of Upper Tignapoloan schoolchildren, parents and teaching staff as they received the packages. Mrs. Cora Sempio reminded them during her talk to go to school regularly and learn more. Indeed, it was a hopeful and inspiring day for everyone.
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bastardizing the local names of places. Finding “Kagayhaan” a tongue-twister, the kastilaloys chose the sexysounding “Cagayan.” The name has stuck to this day. Now when you think Spanish, you usually think matador. The Spaniards, naturally, influenced our fashion, manners, our religious beliefs, our culture, and our hobbies. The most popular sport during that era was the Juego de Toro. Not the toro-toro some present Pinoys enjoy but the real thing! A bullfight during those days drew in the crowds from far and wide. The Square was the arena. A local, Bernardino Daang, was acclaimed the best Pinoy matador. He was said to be agile in his movements, swift in his passes. What a glorious sight the Square was then! Oles! and Bravos! literally filled the air. During our first encounter with the American forces, the
fight for freedom saw Filipino bolos and spears matching the American rifles. The Pinoys lost the fight but the gallant defenders won the respect of the enemy. The Square witnessed the clash of weapons and the cries of the dying. There were no gas chambers or “hot seat” during the early American occupation. Criminals, mostly bandits, were executed by public hanging. The Square saw hundreds die. The crowddrawer was the execution of the notorious Balodong, the outlaw. His life and exploits were as savage as America’s infamous Dillinger. Just before World War I (i.e., 1914-1918), the Square became the local afficionados’ diamond - much like the World Series playing field. Winning teams included: Smith Bell, Constabulary, Government Employees, Central and High School. They played real baseball then, not kid stuff. A familiar sight during such games was the famous “Cracker Jack”, a junk food similar to the present-day popcorn. Kagay-anon volunteers for overseas duty -the National Guard- trained at the Square during World War I, prior to their assignment to the Middle East. The 1918 Epidemic of influenza claimed a heavy toll among the volunteers. Nevertheless, the survivors were able to embark
on the USS Liscom with their American officers for Camp Claudio at Baclaran. During the pre-war years, on the evening of the Feast of Corpus Christi, altars were built around the Square. Believers visited each altar with deep reverence. Hymn-singing devotees were a common sight during these festivities. Before the Second World War, the Square was transformed into an aesthetically landscaped park. It served as the town’s playground. The estate belonged to the provincial government, but after the war, it was deeded to the municipal government. Now, the Square- locally known as Gaston Park- stands proudly as a mute witness to Cagayan de Oro’s colorful past and glorious heritage. Lover’s lane, jogger’s delight, snatcher’s paradise, or haven for the homeless... Gaston Park may be all these today but what park isn’t? Gaston Park may have lost its past glamour just as the once-famous Luneta has, but both landmarks have HISTORY written all over them. Well can other parks beat that? (A modern adaptation of an article by Dr. Blas Ch. Velez published in the 32nd Charter Day anniversar y souvenir program of Cagayan de Oro City. Dr. Velez, a doctor of medicine (UST 1937) and a WWII veteran,
was a man of many talents. He was the past president of the Misamis Oriental Medical Society, Misamis Oriental High School Alumni Association, UST Medical Association, Cagayan de Oro Cultural and Historical Society and Apovel Enterprise, Inc. A barangay captain and member of the Cagayan de Oro Rotary Club, the late doctor was a former municipal and city councilor of Cagayan de Oro before and after WWII. A 4th degree Knight of Columbus, he was a professor in legal medicine at the Xavier University College of Law).
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Agustin church. Due to his industry, and the help given him by the fathers, he gradually amassed a fortune. Like most Chinese who settled in Cagayan, he took active part in civic and public life. He was known for his good heartedness. It is said that when he died, practically everyone in Cagayan wore black. After many years in Cagayan he returned to China and there got married. It seems that his wife remained in his native land. However, his children (Sia Tong Joo, Sia Simeon Velez) followed him to Cagayan where they settled down.
Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL 10TH Judicial Region Branch 41 Cagayan de Oro City 1ST VALLEY BANK INC., A DEVELOPMENT BANK Mortgagee,
EJF NO. 2015-059
FOR : EXTRA-JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE SPS. RUTH G. PESCADERO AND MELCHOR A. PESCADERO, Mortgagors. x------------------------------------------/ NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act No. 3135/4118 filed by 1st VALLEY BANK INC., A DEVELOPMENT BANK, against SPS. RUTH G. PESCADERO AND MELCHOR A. PESCADERO, both of legal age, Filipino citizens with residence at Purok 1A Poblacion, Dangcagan, Bukidnon , to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of January 5, 2015 amounts to FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS ONLY (P400,000.00), Philippine Currency, exclusive of interest, penalties, charges, attorney’s fees and expenses of foreclosure, the undersigned or his duly authorized deputy will sell at public auction on July 27, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the main entrance of this Court, Regional Trial Court, Branch 41, Capitol Compound, A . Luna St., Cagayan de Oro City, to the highest bidders, for cash or manager’s check and in Philippine Currency, the following personal properties, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. AT-13151 A parcel of land (Lot 4692-A, Psd-10-034522 (AR), being a portion of Lot 4692, Pls-112), situated in the Barangay of Kapalaran, Municipality of Dangcagan, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of TEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE (10,425) SQUARE METERS, more or less including all improvements existing and to be constructed/erected thereon. All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated date, time and place. In the event the public auction should not take place on the said date for whatever reason, the same will proceed on the following working day, without further notice, posting and publication. Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the property herein-above described and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Cagayan de Oro City, May 26, 2015.
(Sgd) ALDEN V. SAMBAAN Sheriff IV
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Insik Ygua built a brick house at del Mar-Victoria streets. It was said to be the second “balay nga bato’ or ‘house of stone’ in Cagayan. The bricks used in building the house where shipped from Amoy to Cagayan in two boatloads. During the revolution, many Filipino soldiers died a violent death in this house, massacred by the Americans. The bodies were buried in the backyard. To appease the souls and save the inhabitants from disturbance, Insik Ygua turned their burial place into a temporary cockpit. The blood from the fighting cocks was believed to appease the restless souls. Also, on All Souls Day, until quite lately (1971), candles were lighted along the house in memory of the dead soldiers. Today the house is much smaller and lower than it used to be, due mainly to the ravages of the last war. It has been renovated and the brick walls glossed over with cement coating. Many passers by forget that it is perhaps the oldest existing house in Cagayan de Oro City. The ground floor has been converted into the well known novelty store, Sia Bon Suan, which underlines the take-over of the old by the new. (First published August 28, 1971 in Cagayan)
Republic of the Philippines Regional Trial Court of Misamis Oriental 10th Judicial Region Branch 38 Cagayan de Oro City IN RE: INA MATTER OF PETITION SP-ORD-2015-017 FOR THE CORRECTION OF ENTRY IN THE BIRTH RECORD OF ROWENA GALON LAURON WITH RESPECT TO HER BIRTH DATE FROM MAY 26, 1980 TO MAY 26, 1974 AND THE DATE OF MARRIAGE OF HER PARENTS FROM FEBRUARY 21, 1960 TO FEBRUARY 21, 1980, ROWENA G. LAURON-HUERTA, Petitioner, -versusTHE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF CAGAYANDE ORO CITY, Respondent. x------------------------------------------------------------/ ORDER On May 18, 2015, petitioner Rowena G. Lauron-Huerta filed this present Petition for the Correction of Entries in his Birth Certificate. Finding the Petition for Correction of Entries in the Birth Records of petitioner to be sufficient in form and in substance, the same is hereby given due course. Set the initial hearing of this case to July 20, 2015 at 2:00 in the afternoon at RTC, Branch 40, Capitol Grounds, on which date , time and place, all persons who may have any opposition to the petition herein sought, may appear to show cause why said petition should not be granted. Let this Order be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Misamis Oriental once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks prior to the date of hearing. Likewise, let copies of this Order, with Petition attached, be posted by the petitioner on the bulletin boards of the Court, the City Hall of Cagayan de Oro City and the Provincial Capitol of Misamis Oriental for at least ten (10) days prior to date of hearing. Furnish copies of this Order and the Petition to the Offices of the Solicitor General, City Prosecutor of Cagayan de Oro City and the Local Civil Registrar of Cagayan de Oro City.
SO ORDERED.
May 20, 2015, Cagayan de Oro City.
(Sgd) EMMANUEL P. PASAL Judge CT: June 6, 13 & 20, 2015
CT: May 30, June 6 & 13, 2015
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