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Dengue cases on the rise, overtake last year’s total

By Jhay Gaspar

STATISTICS FROM Ormoc City Health Office shows dengue cases this year have dramatically increased and even doubled compared to 2013.

For the period January to July, this year, the city already posted 792 cases compared to 305 last year for the same period.

As of press time (August 18, 2014), Ormoc has already recorded 810 cases compared to last year’s total of only 442.

Last year’s recorded death due to dengue were 6 while this year’s is already 4. The most recent were two deaths from Brgy. Curva and Brgy. San Pablo, just last July.

*As of August 18, 2014 The City Health Office is now prioritizing barangays with high cases of dengue in the application of Temephos, an organic larvicidal. This larvicide kills larvae of mosquitoes, unlike the traditional fogging which only temporarily drives away adult mosquitoes but may later on come back or just transfer to the next village.

“It was the (two) Rotary Club(s) of Ormoc who introduced Temephos to us on October last year. In fact, sila jud toy nag

Source: City Health Office lead, they just coordinated with us. They even gave orientation to Brgy. Chairmen”, said Dr. Ma. Lourdes Lampong, City Health Officer I. She said the Rotary Club of Ormoc and the Rotary Club of Ormoc Bay adopted a simultaneous strategy in applying Temephos in the top 10 barangays with highest incidence of dengue.

Dr. Lampong said they also have an appointed personnel who see

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Biggest Jollibee restaurant in EV opens!

Cutting the ribbon are Ormoc Mayor Edward Codilla, Jollibee franchise owner Willard Chan and Ormoc councilor Vincent Rama, Cong. Lucy Torres-Gomez’s representative. Photos by Paul Libres & Jhay Gaspar ORMOC CITY – Jollibee’s 105th branch in the Visayas, located here in this city, was inaugurated by its franchise owners and some important guests late afternoon of Thursday, August 21. Full operations started this morning, Friday, August 22. see

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Bionas-Philippines introduces biofuels, Jatropha to Leyte farmers

Guests and participants to the Bionas-Philippines launching and orientation pose with Dr. Sharif Adzhar Sarahadil, the Chairman and CEO of Bionas-Philippines (4th from left).

PLANTERS AND farmers from the towns of Albuera, Kananga, Dulag, Bato, Lilo-an, Villaba, and Capoocan – gathered at the Don Felipe Hotel, here in this city on Monday, August 18, for the Lucrative Farming Program and launching orientation of Jatropha as source of Biodiesel fuel.

Bionas-Philippines The organizer of the event, Bionas Philippines, introduced the Jatropha, locally known as “tuba-tuba”, as source of Biodiesel Fuel that can minimize carbon emission.

From the orientation, the organizers extolled the advantages of biodiesel and urged farmers to grow Jatropha.

It was learned that Jatropha seeds can be used to formulate Bionas products such

as tablets, Biodiesel and Bio-superlube.

A Bionas tablet, for example, will turn 50-liters fossil fuel into Biodiesel which will lessen a vehicle’s carbon emission up to 85%, enabling one to save fuel up to 30%, and gives more engine power, among other benefits.

Bionas Products, it was further learned, is currently being used in more than 30 countries worldwide. Its headquarters is in California, USA. BionasPhilippines, on the other hand, has been registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and has a Certificate of Fuel Additive Registration from the Department of Energy.

With their motto “Fueling the hope of see

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EV is country’s first filariasis-free region - DOH TACLOBAN CITY (PNA) –- Eastern Visayas is the country’s first lymphatic filariasis-free region in the country, according to the Department of Health (DOH).

Thi, after the province of Northern Samar passed the filariasis evaluation among primary school entrants held last year.

The province is the 20th to be included among the list of endemic provinces in the country that achieved the elimination of filariasis as a public health problem under the disease free zone initiatives, according to assistant secretary Enrique A. Tayag in a letter addressed to health regional director, Dr. Jose R. Llacuna.

Analiza L. Balila, National Filariasis Elimination Program manager in Eastern Visayas received the plaque on behalf of Northern Samar Governor Jose L. Ong III during the celebration of the One Billionth Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) Treatment held in Davao City and spearheaded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

The first province to be declared as filariasis-free was Southern Leyte way back in 2008 followed by Biliran in 2010. Eastern Samar followed in 2012 while North Leyte and Western Samar were named filariasis-free in 2013.

Lymphatic filariasis was endemic in Eastern Visayas way back 1998 with three micro-filarial rate, she said. “If you have more than one micro filarial rate your province is considered endemic for filariasis,” she explained.

Filariasis, according to the DOH is a major parasitic infection endemic in 44 provinces in the country.

Also known as elephantiasis, it is caused by a parasite known as filariae that is transmitted by mosquitoes. Its manifestations can be seen 10 years after the infection to include among others the swelling of limbs and genital organs.

An annual mass drug administration with the use of combined Diethylcarbamazine Citrate and Albendazole drugs has been implemented by the DOH as part of its intervention to eliminate lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem by 2017.

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Councilor Serafica asks City to correct accident-prone ramp FOR THE first time since they were installed last July 1 as members of the 13th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Ormoc City, a councilor has availed of the privilege hour during their session this week.

He is second councilor Tommy Serafica, who appealed to colleagues and the City Government to probe and correct the accidentprone ramp at the City Hall that nearly cost him his life, a few days before.

Serafica slipped down the ramp at the city hall last Friday, August 15, as he was going down after entertaining guests from the Vi-

sayas group of the Philippine Councilors’ League. When he slipped, he banged his head on the railing, which caused him a minor concussion.

A bout of forgetfulness led his family to confine him at a hospital here for two days, until it was ascertained that he was fine except for a bump on the head.

Serafica, in his privilege speech delivered in the vernacular, said that his family was very thankful that he was fine. Even so, he said, it does not lessen his concern to others who might again fall victim to the treacherous ramp.

The councilor said that after his fall, he began hear-

ing many horror stories of how many people have had an accident on the ramp. One, he said, was a barangay chairman.

Another was a peanut vendor.

And many more, he said. Even co-councilor Antonio Codilla, he added, was also a victim of the ramp.

He added that if the ramp was for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), as alleged, it does not conform to standards set in the building code for commercial and government buildings.

He shared that his daughter, Charisse, is an Occupational Therapist. After his accident, his daughter researched what the Accessibility Law requires and found out that the ramp is

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Vice guv Loreto, Leyte and Tacloban board seek declaration of November 8 as non-working holiday TACLOBAN CITY (PNA) Leyte vice-governor Carlo P. Loreto echoed the call for the declaration of November 8 as a special non- working holiday, to commemorate what happened on that dreadful day in 2013.

“It is a good move on the part of the government. The event is something that we should not forget,” said Loreto. “More than anything, it reminds us to treasure our environment, for us to take care of our mountains, to clean our seas and to cherish the air we

breathe,” he added.

The event was a testament that when the environment is pressured, things like Yolanda happen, he cited.

Loreto said this after the Leyte Sangguniang Panlalawigan, in its session this week, followed the move of the Tacloban SP, which first sought to ask Pres. Benigno Simeon Aquino III to declare November 8 as a “special nonworking holiday.”

“The day will be a big event in every municipality in Leyte and hopefully with the

declaration all activities will be unified and every Leyteño will have the chance to celebrate it the way they like,” said exofficio member Wilson Uy, author of the resolution.

“This is the best time for us to say thank you for those who had helped us and continuously helping us after what had happened,” he added.

Uy also proposed a similar resolution during the regular session of the Sangguniang Bayan of Palo, where he is a member. Uy sits as the provincial president of Philippine

Councilors League (PCL) in Leyte.

The councilor added that Palo will convert the mass grave into a memorial for the people not to forget those who perished during the typhoon.

The declaration aside from giving survivors time to commemorate the tragedy the way they wanted, would also make a clear understanding of how private workers will be paid should they render duty on the said date, he said.

Pusher faints after hearing life sentence A DRUG pusher fainted at the Regional Trial Court here after he heard that his sentence was life imprisonment with a P 500,000.00 fine, to boot. The promulgation was held on Monday, August 18.

The pusher was identified as one Christopher Pawa-an y Rivera, 37, who was caught in a buy bust operation last March 25, 2007 yet.

Three counts were then filed against him. One for pushing, another for possession of illegal drugs and the third one for possession of illegal paraphernalia.

For the charge of pushing, Pawa-an was sentenced by regional trial court branch 36

acting presiding judge Rogelio R. Joboco to spend life imprisonment and pay a fine of P 500,000.00.

For the possession of illegal drugs, he was sentenced to a minimum of 12 years and one day and pay the fine of P 300,000.00; and for possession of illegal paraphernalia, a minimum of 6 months and one day and a fine of P 10,000.00.

A lawyer who was at the Court while the sentence was being read said the convicted pusher fainted after his first sentence was read. After he regained consciousness, the sentencing was finished.

A copy obtained of the promulgation shows that Pawa-an was busted by the city

anti-drugs team after three days of surveillance. Two sachets were bought in a test buy and when the buy bust was executed, another three sachets were confiscated from him. The street value of the confiscated drugs then was only P 1,000.00.

A worker at a construction company here, the convicted pusher claimed he was just framed for the crime. Judge Joboco, however, disagrees.

“The Court is not convinced,” the judge said, noting that the convicted pusher claimed he was on is way home from work during the alleged time of the bust.

“While this claim is supported by the testimony of his

co-worker Eric Cabiden, it was not however shown it was not impossible for the accused to be at the crime scene on such date and time considering that he himself testified that after 4:30 o’clock in the afternoon of the same day, he and Cabiden separately went home and in fact, arrived home at about 5:00 o’clock in the afternoon, which was about the same time the buy bust occurred.”

“Denial or frame up is a standard defense ploy in most prosecutions for violations of Dangerous Drugs Law,” Joboco said, and that “as such, is has been viewed by the court with disfavor for it can just as easily be concocted.” By Lalaine M. Jimenea

Ormoc fire marshall re-establish fire brigades ORMOC CITY Fire Marshall Sr. Insp. Romeo Jaca said they are visiting barangays in the city to orient barangay officials on what to do in case of fire.

Jaca said the barangay officials play a vital role in fire protection and response as they are the ones who are proximate.

They also will establish a fire brigade in each barangay composed mostly of barangay tanods. The problem, however,

is that these Fire Brigades are often dismantled when a new barangay chairman is elected.

“Lain ang Kapitan, lain nasad ang tanod”, Sr. Insp. Jaca said.

During their visits, he added, some barangay chairmen also consulted them about putting up a fire pump. It is important that the BFP is the one to determine where to establish the pumps to maximize its use during fire.

Jaca noted that the then low-lying electrical wires are

not much of a problem these days because the replacement poles after Yolanda are tall.

He added they are closely monitoring the most fire-prone barangays: among others Bagong-buhay, Tambulilid, Linao, Don Felipe Larrazabal, Isla Verde, Malbasag, and Canadieng.

The Bureau of Fire Protection has 6 fire trucks, an ambulance, and a fire ladder truck.

The move to establish fire brigades comes from a march-

ing order of the central office of the Bureau of Fire Protection for a “Pre-Fire Planning and Strategic Performance Management System”.

The aim is for the BFP to provide an easy and more systematic response to fire situations. Part of this program is for the BFP personnel to familiarize themselves with all the streets of the city for easy maneuvering during actual fire response. By Paul Libres

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Unprotected pre-marital sex still high in EV, sexuality and fertility study shows

By Jennibeth Loro THE POPULATION Commission (POPCOM) of Region VIII held its Regional Launching of Young Adults Fertility and Sexuality Survey 4 (YAFS4), with emphasis on the “Health Situation in Eastern Visayas”, at the Sabin Resort Hotel, Ormoc City on August 22, Friday.

The launch is an information drive aimed at promoting linkages with invited guests who are Student Council members of some high schools in Ormoc City, teachers, government officials and members of the media.

Main Speakers of the said forum were researchers Dr. Ma. Midea M. Kabamalan and Dr. Nimfa B. Ogena from the UP Population Institute (UPPI) and Demographic Research and Development Foundation, Inc (DRDF) who were involved in the latest survey conducted on January to April 2013 in Region VIII that mainly deals with sexual and non-sexual behavior of the

young people with ages 18-24 and their demographics.

Other guests in the event were Elnora Pulma (Regional Director, POPCOM), Tomas Osias (POPCOM Program Consultant), Mayor Edward Codilla of Ormoc City, Dr. Paula Paz Sydiongco (Department of Health Regional Assistant Director), Dr. Eusebio Gerardo “Gerry” Penserga (Ormoc city council committee chairman on youth) and Mr. Leo R. Rama (Population Program Consultant and Former Regional Director, POPCOM Region 8).

About YAFS YAFS is a leading source of information regarding sexual and non-sexual behavior and their knowledge on HIV/ AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among young people. The series of national surveys was started 1982 by the UPPI and DRDF. The surveys are both regional and national in scope and deals with other topics such as “edu-

DENGUE ... from P. 1 gets the number of dengue cases confined in the various hospitals here everyday, apart from the report sent in by the six district health centers in Ormoc.

For dengue, the City Health Office appeals to the public that when fever exceeds 3 days, they should immediately seek consultation. The city has six Health districts: Cogon, Valencia, San Pablo, Linao, Ipil, and Curva.

Dr. Lampong emphasized early detection is the key to management of dengue, which does not have a cure or a vaccine until now.

She added that children are least resistant to the infection and prone to hemorrhagic type. “The most effective and less expensive way to combat dengue is the ‘Search and Destroy’”, she said, which means just simply cleaning the surroundings.

“Dengue control lies in the hand of the community”, she added.

Currently, the City Health Office is “still requesting additional larvicide from the DOH-8 because it is not included in the regular budget of LGU,” Dr. Lampong said.

Larvicide that the LGU got from the Department of

Health have already been turned-over to the barangays but the supply is not enough. The larvicide application at the barangay level is headed by Mr. Niño Quilantang. Some iNGOs also supported the program by providing manpower.

City councilor Mario Rodriguez, a medical doctor and the chairman of the committee on health, on the other hand, said a supplemental budget for the purchase of larvicide was already approved early this year but added “procurement usually takes time.”

Rodriguez said he is aware of the apparent rise of dengue cases in the city as he gets monthly reports from the City Health Office, adding he is closely monitoring the CHO in its programs and coordinates with other agencies “especially the Rotary Clubs who are very active.”

“The City Health has already been doing their part, fogging everyday and all, however, our programs have limitations,” Rodriguez said. “At the end of the day, it always boils down to the general public cooperating by cleaning their surroundings. We just have to get people involved”.

JOLLIBEE ... from P. 1 The branch is the second Jollibee in the city and the biggest in Leyte and Samar. It can accommodate around 200 people, aside from having “drive thru” services.

Willard Chan, the franchise owner and wife Irene, together with Ormoc Mayor Edward Codilla and councilor Vincent Rama, rep-

resentative of Leyte Rep. Lucy Torres-Gomez, cut the inaugural ribbon.

Chan, in his talk, said the second branch of Jollibee in Ormoc City was supposed to have opened on December 2013 yet, but it was delayed because of Typhoon Yolanda. By Paul Libres

cation trajectories, labor force participation, relationships and roles in society, values and attitudes”.

The surveys that started in 2002 included new topics such as Health and Lifestyle particularly on depression and possible contributions of social media, cellphones and cyber bullying in the youth’s behavior.

Other funding agencies for YAFS4 are Australian Government, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Department of Health (DOH), and the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD).

Key Findings Among the key findings of the latest survey among the young adults in Eastern Visayas are: • One in four respondents in Region VIII has engaged in Pre-marital Sex (PMS). Four in five young people doing PMS are unprotected. Meanwhile, the most popular protection is the condom with 59% of the respondents using it.

• In Region VIII, 4.4% are engaged in casual sex, a figure said to be lower than the national figure which is 5%.

Among the interviewed, 1.8% has “FuBus” or fuck buddies who are said to meet in a regular basis for sex, even without a special relationship. Malemale casual sex also amounts to 3.6% of the respondents.

• Respondents who admitted to have extramarital sex account to .3% in Region VIII compared to the 3% of the national figure.

• There are young people who tried smoking as early as eight years old, started drinking at seven years old, drugs at thirteen years old, first sexual intercourse at eleven years old (among males) and thirteen years old among females.

• There is also a reported decline of paid for sex situations from 10% to 6%.

• Regarding the use of pornographic sites, 46.6% male respondents said that they watch X-rated videos and 1 out of 10 are said to visit websites with sexually-explicit contents. Among respondents, 1% claimed to have their own sex videos compared to the national figure which is .8%.

• Thirty-two percent also claimed that they have sex with people whom they met online or through text and 5.6% have engaged in phone sex.

• It was also found out that 7% in the region and 10% of respondents of the National Capital Region (NCR) discussed sex openly at home.

Discussions are said to be between fathers and sons and mothers and daughters.

• In terms of media use, 40% said that they have no sources about sex and 28% have information about sex

from books, television and other media.

• With regards to HIV/ AIDS, only 73% reported that they have heard of AIDS as found out in the 2013 survey.

This is said to be 2nd lowest figure in the country.

The YAFS regional launch started at 1pm with presentations from the Dr. Ma. Midea M. Kabamalan and Dr. Nimfa B. Ogena of UPPI. A brief press conference followed after the forum.

In the conference, Tomas Osias (POPCOM Program Consultant) urged other sectors of the government to coordinate with POPCOM in their goal to raise awareness on protecting the youth from HIV and other STIs. Also, during the presscon, Councilor Gerry Penserga announced that the LGU is willing to find sources of funds for

Councilor Gerry Penserga receives a plaque of appreciation from Popcom consultant Leo Rama and regional director Elnora Pulma. possible local researches and surveys similar to the YAFS. Mugs, fans and leaflets were given after the forum.

POPCOM also conducted an information drive earlier that day at the Western Leyte College.

Jollibee Drive Thru now in Cogon, Ormoc City!

Open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

P 503-M released to repair SUCs in EV TACLOBAN CITY (PNA) -- The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has already downloaded some PHP 503, 339, 907 for the repair and rehabilitation of state colleges and universities (SUCs) in Eastern Visayas that were badlydamaged by typhoon Yolanda.

Data from the DBM here disclosed that the funds were taken from the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) rehabilitation and reconstruction fund.

The released fund was based on their approved program of works (POWs) that went through validation by the NDRRMC in close coordination with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Thereafter, it was submitted to the Office of the President for approval.

Among the SUCs that were released fund included Southern Leyte State University (SLSU) in Sogod, Southern Leyte worth PHP 6.652 million; Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) in Tacloban City with PHP 125. 042 million; Visayas State University (VSU) in Baybay City with PHP113.8 million; University of Eastern Philippines (UEP) from Catarman, Northern Samar with PHP 4.713 million.

Fund released to Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) in Calbayog City amounted to PHP 233, 808.00; Samar State University (SSU) in Catbalogan City, PHP1.235

million; Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) in Borongan City, PHP217.708 million; Palompon Institute of Technology (PIT) in Palompon, Leyte, PHP 21.832 million and Naval State University (NSU) of Naval, Biliran worth PHP 12.122 million.

Juvy A. Lobedica, budget and management specialist II DBM- Eastern Visayas said that as part of their monitoring, the recipient higher edu-

cation institutions (HEIs) are required to submit their financial and budget accountability reports and physical accomplishment.

Funds were released before end of June after President Benigno S. Aquino gave his go-signal for the utilization of some P1 billion for the rehabilitation and repair of typhoondamaged SUCs. (PNA)

Yuchengco Fdn. offering scholarships TACLOBAN CITY (PNA) -- The Alfonso Yuchengco Foundation is offering college scholarship in areas affected by super typhoon Yolanda, according to this city’s vice-mayor Jerry Yaokasin.

Yaokasin’s office coordinates with the foundation to ensure that deserving students availed of the scholarship.

“Aside from shelter and livelihood, education of children affected by typhoon Yolanda should also be ensured,” he said.

Yaokasin disclosed that the foundation had partnered with the Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) and the Leyte Normal University (LNU) for the scholarship grant.

Yaokasin said that the scholarship does not prescribe a specific course.

To qualify parents of the applicant must have a combined annual income of not more than Php170,000, must be able to carry 18 units or full academic load per semester and obtain a general grade average of 80 percent or 2.5, with no “incomplete” and “failure” marks during the preceding school year.

They must also able to prove their residency in Leyte for the past 10 years through a letter from their barangay.

Recipients are entitled to Php30,000 for tuition and other related fees and additional Php4,000 allowance annually.

The foundation through Yaokasin’s office now accepts applicants for the second semester.

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August 18-24, 2014

Of small fishes and an amnesia

Openness, tolerance, patience

I WAS reviewing my notes on my Tab while writing a story on a drug pusher who was sentenced to life imprisonment. My two girls were just nearby and as I murmured my notes, they perked up and asked how much drugs was taken from the guy that he got life.

I said “five sachets”.

Both of them practically rolled over, laughing sarcastically, saying the guy got a life sentence because he was obviously just somebody from the bottom of the food chain. “Lord pa na ‘Ma, di na ma life.”

Well, that is their opinion but it got me thinking. Yah, here is a guy who got life sentence for five sachets and while the “lords” are having the time of their lives!

Anyway, I know this is a moment of triumph to our law enforcers. The men behind the arrests are policemen known to me for their real disdain for drugs. Tood, bolinao ra gud ang nadakop, but I know they are content with the knowledge that a pusher will be behind bars, if not for good, but for a looooooong time.

Congratulations to the men behind the bust.

You may have had many disappointments, especially of the big time pushers whose cases do not even make it to trial, but you will also have your small victories.

Keep up the good work and know that there are people like me who are praying that our law enforcers do not lose the zeal to do their jobs.

IT IS indeed very painful to learn that even now, when we seem to have progressed a lot in the area of culture, knowledge and technology, we still can witness massive cases of primitive misunderstanding and barbaric brutality in some parts of the world.

A case in point is what’s happening in some areas in Iraq. There today, ethnic cleansing is taking place where some people are eliminated simply by reason of their religion, where even babies are not spared from being beheaded.

We need to issue a big, loud and worldwide call for openness, tolerance and patience among ourselves. Pope Francis has spearheaded this call, and we should do all what we can to heed it, starting always with prayers and sacrifice before we think of whatever political and even military solutions may be needed for this unspeakable problem.

Yes, we have to learn how to coexist peacefully and fruitfully in spite of and even because of our unavoidable differences and conflicts.

Especially since we cannot avoid getting a more complex and complicated world as we go along our collective life, we need to learn well the art and skills of openness, tolerance and patience.

We should learn to make our differences, conflicts, mistakes, failures, offenses, etc. an occasion to love each other more and more.

They are actually privileged occasions for us to broaden and extend our capacity to love, and to know the more subtle aspects and dimensions of love. Even the worst scenarios can offer us precious lessons.

Love has to prevail, because after everything is said and done, it is love that contains the ultimate of truth and justice that usually are the reasons why we fight each other, even to the point of killing each other.

And love means we need to be open to one another, accepting each one the way he is, including his defects, weaknesses, mistakes, failures, not in the sense of approving what’s wrong with them, but in the sense that they are first and last our own brothers and sisters whom we need to love regardless of the different conditions and adverse positions they may have in life.

Anyway, what usually also happens is that what we consider as wrong in others are actually just matters of opinion, preferences and tastes. They are not actually wrong and bad in themselves. They are just different from ours.

And so we just have to learn to be openminded, respectful, tolerant even as we try to expound our own opinions, preferences and taste too. We have know how to give space for each one. The world is big enough to accommodate all these differences.

And even when we think that what’s wrong in others are not simply matter of opinion and taste but of things essential, we still need to be open, tolerant and patient in an appropriate manner.

We have to be ready to be heroic in these cases, generous and magnanimous in our behavior and reactions, willing to suffer more than to win some victory if the ultimate value of love would be compromised when a certain course

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Now, I can’t help revisit the issue of that accident-prone ramp at the City Hall. Trust councilor Gerry Penserga to pull a surprise.

While councilor Tommy Serafica delivered his privilege speech with diplomacy, councilor Penserga would deliver a bomb just when the issue was about to be wrapped up.

He asked who designed the City Hall and what was the purpose for the ramp. It stumped everybody. Honestly, nobody seems to know, and the City Hall is just 4 years old. Now, talk about an LGU-wide amnesia!

If it was really for PWDs, then someone in the office of our building officials seems to have a beef with them. According to a friend, “pagsaka nimo diha PWD ka pa, pagkanaog, RIP na!”

Well, it’s a joke but there is some truth to it. I don’t know if our building officials would allow themselves to be wheeled down on that ramp on a wheelchair because I really doubt it, that its brakes would hold.

When the City Hall was new, I saw an old lady being wheeled up. Her chaperon pushed the wheelchair upstairs while two CSU’s were pulling it on the front side. I presume that if it took three people to take her up, it would also take three people to regulate her speed going down.

I would also like to ask this. If there would be repairs and renovations done on that damned ramp, who gets to pay for it again? Ang mga yano og dili yanong Ormocanon na pud? rrr

I might be forgetful now, but I haven’t forgotten that the original plan for the City Hall was a 4-story building. I remember that ramp should have been a driveway, though I really could not understand why a top-level parking was necessary in the area. This City Hall ramp issue is getting slicker by the day!

Teflon Pope “LISTEN. YOU can not be neutral about human pain. I responded in that way. That’s how I felt.”

That is Pope Francis responding to an aide who suggested he take off a ribbon given by relatives of 300 victims in the Korean ferry disaster which he wore during mass. “It is better to remove the ribbon. You should be neutral.”

On his flight back from Korea, Pope Francis told journalists aboard the papal plane how he copes with rock star popularity. “(This) will not last forever,” he smiled, adding, “Two or three years, and then to the house of the Father” - an indication that he thinks he may stay on the chair of Peter further only briefly.

Francis did not duck questions on retirement. That’d make him the second pope to retire in over 600 years, following the resignation of Benedict XIV. “The emeritus pope is already an institution because our life gets longer. At a certain age, there isn’t the capacity to govern well because one’s health is not good. Benedict made this gesture of emeritus popes. Some theologian may say this is not right. The centuries will tell us if this so or not. Let’s see. But if at some time, I could not go forward, I would pray but do the same,” he added. “Benedict opened a door that is institutional, not exceptional.”

South Korea, which marked his debut in Asia, showed once again he’s a “Teflon Pope”, wrote the Boston Globe’s John Allen. “There’s material to fuel more than one dispute but given the force of the pope’s personality, none of it sticks.”

Several vintage Francis touches worked their charm, such as taking a budget Kia version of the Popemobile. He rode an ordinary train compartment from one venue to another. Even non-Catholics and atheists snapped up a popular Korean collection of 100 sayings by Francis, a papal version of the Analects of Confucius.

South Korea has a rambunctious political culture. Several constituencies under other circumstances will push back. Korean Evangelicals hold a stereotypical Protestant objections to the Church, such as complaints about overemphasis on the Virgin Mary and papacy.

Some are irritated about using government funds to subsidize papal visit event. But will they speak out? “Definitely not,” a pastor said.

“This pope is too popular.”

A master Buddhist monk complained about a Saturday ceremony in which Francis beatified 124 Catholic martyrs from the 18th and 19th

centuries. “Many Buddhists risked their lives to save Christians in that time, but now the Church wants to forget this part of the story,” he groused.

Has this given him a negative view of the pope? “Not at all,” he said, pointing out that he’s written a glowing foreword to a Korean book about Francis. “The simplicity Francis projects resonates well with Buddhists.”

The same point applies to dissident voices within the Catholic fold. They criticized the pope’s stop at a Catholic charitable facility called Kkottongnae, which houses 5,000 sick and disabled people. The founder, Rev. John Oh, has been dogged over the years by corruption scandals.

“Yet after watching the pope so obviously moved there, ignoring the clock as he embraced scores of sick and disabled children, no one really felt like dredging up a debate over the center’s leadership,” Allen adds. It was vintage Francis: dealing with a potential controversy by shifting the focus to something more fundamental.

Families of the shipwreck victims wanted Francis to press the government over their demand for an independent criminal probe, yet the pontiff reached out to the families in so many other ways, including baptizing one of them.

They seemed elated rather than disappointed.

Given his magnetism, Francis always seems to get the benefit of the doubt. On his fifth day for instance, young people were invited to ask him questions. He ducked the most provocative one, on China, yet still won kudos for his candor.

The South Korea trip has brought several flashes of Francis’ commitment to the “Social Gospel”. He has argued that the Social Gospel actually should be the heart of the Church’s missionary activity. In other context, that might seem merely a beguiling theological assertion.

In South Korea, however, it is shown in documented Catholic growth.

In 2008, the church’s share of the Korean population broke the 10-percent threshold, and is increasing at an annual clip of about 3 percent.

In 1950, the country’s total Catholic population was just 156,000, but by 1990 it had reached 2.4 million. Today, it stands at 5.4 million.

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The 31st anniversary of Ninoy’s martyrdom WE HAVE just commemorated the anniversary of the untimely death of Ninoy Aquino by an assas-sin’s bullet. Too bad that to this day, his assassin (or shall we say assassins?) have not been identified. Can it be possible that if the assassin will finally be identified, the alleged “brains” will also be divulged?

This corner knows that Pres. F. Marcos had planned to have Ninoy freed, not only because he and Ninoy were “brothers” of the same fraternity (was it Sigma Rho?), but he was also convinced that Ninoy is innocent and ‘as clean as a whistle.’ The canard that Ninoy was Commander Dante, a communist leader, came out untrue. In the first place, a Communist does not believe in God and Ninoy was a devout Catholic; more so Cory, his wife.

It is also a fact that Madam Imelda had an axe to grind with Ninoy just because he kept on criticizing her pet projects like the construction of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Folk Arts Theater and the Philippine International Convention Center, among others. What is so bad about it? Ninoy was of the belief that there are other priorities that are of national interest with the people’s money.

To the reader, allow this corner to quote an item that appeared in “The Book of Lists” of 1993 edition: “When she won the Miss Manila contest in 1953, Imelda Romualdez attracted several suitors. Among them was the young journalist Benigno Aquino, whom she dated for a time. But it was another of her suitors, politician Ferdinand Marcos, whom she married. Nearly thirty years later, the assassination of Aquino brought down the Marcos government and swept the widowed Corazon Aquino into power.”

This corner finds this article funny and perplexing. Madam Imelda is from Tacloban and Ninoy is from Tarlac. If both Imelda and Ninoy met during her stint as Miss Manila in Manila, it must have been like a whirlwind romance. The Cojuangcos are of the moneyed class compared to the Aquinos. Even if the Romualdezes are prominent, her part of the family tree was said to be so low that she even lived for a time in a garage. This is beside the point. One can always aspire for greater heights. She is entitled to it.

It is not likely that Madam Imelda would fall for him. And if it is true that Ninoy was one of her suitors, why would she be a party to his assassination? She probably would ask Marcos

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to free him. These are just theories, nay the musings, of this corner. Just like most of those who bemoaned his untimely death, Ninoy was the best President we never had.

This corner cannot forget his anniversary because of the word ATOM which is the acronym of an organization that was born on Ninoy’s martyrdom in 1983. It stands for August Twenty One Movement. His decision to come back to his native land, the Philippines, with his nowfamous words: “The Filipino is worth dying for” became prophetic, inspite of the request of Madam Imelda who went to Boston to pay him a visit, with the sole purpose of convincing him not to come (and to oppose Marcos in the election set for that year). She was probably more afraid that Ninoy might win and end her reign as First Lady?

If he was a suitor, as alleged in that item in the ‘Book of Lists,’ was she concerned for his safety? Not likely. Remember the time of the royal wedding plans of Charles and Diana of England and Imelda expected to be given an invitation which did not come? The invitees were to be of royal blood. She prepared a coach and white Arabian horses for that wedding. Pomp and pageantry are the trimmings of royalty.

Madam Imelda was getting used to that life. rrr

This plan being hatched by the Palace to amend the Constitution in order to allow P-Noy to run for another term is indeed very, very bad.

If his Mother, Pres. Cory was still around, she would definitely tell him off. Just imagine, when the 1987 Constitution, the present one we are using, was ratified by the people, she refused to run for President. She was elected in a revolutionary government,hence, she could have run under a new Constitution. She was adamant against the idea because it was made under her watch. It was a matter of the time-worn “delicadeza” which is now becoming a lost virtue.

In the present case, P-Noy will be benefited by it. He should refrain from running if he had the same thinking as his revered Mother. His concern for the continuation of his “matuwid na daan” can be continued by his successor.

The people now are much more mature than the former Juan de la Cruz. For sure there will chaos and our foreign investors will pull away leaving us naked. Definitely his parents will move in their grave.

WHEN I WAS a teenager, I did not like beer much because it was bitter. But after a few “practices” and especially at a weekend gathering with family and friends, pouring a cold beer has become very satisfying.

But these days, drinking a beer a day isn’t just a way of serving as a social activity. Research shows that moderate drinkers, whether it is beer or red wine, may actually live longer than heavy drinkers and non-drinkers of an alcoholic beverage.

Research also shows that if you drink dark beer, you are in the right path. Beer, especially the dark kind, is a source of soluble fiber because of the barley. Fiber helps lower LDL or “bad” blood cholesterol. And beer increases your HDL or “good” cholesterol, which helps reduce coronary heart disease risk.

But beer alone won’t help your cholesterol.

As an added benefit, the hops and malt provide heart-healthy antioxidants. Keep in mind that the heart health benefits are mainly seen in middle-aged men and women. Drinking in your 30s won’t help prevent a heart attack in your 50s.

Too many brews contribute to beer belly, but drinking just one a day can actually help by reducing inflammation that contributes to obesity, according to experts. The bitter compounds from hops activate substances that have an anti-inflammatory effect.

For those with skin problems, beer is a natural remedy for your skin. Soaking in a warm bath with two cups of beer can help cure psoriasis and other skin conditions because of the hops.

Compounds in hops, which are used to make beer, slow the release of calcium in bones,

The Gospel on Sunday AUGUST 31, 2014 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 16: 21 - 27 From that time Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised.

And Peter took him and began to rebuke him, saying, “God forbid, Lord! This shall never happen to you.” But he turned and

which contributes to kidney stones in men.

Drinking beer can also keep your bones strong. The bone-building secret in beer is silicon, a chemical that stimulates collagen production. Collagen is a protein that increases the density in your bones and keeps joints more flexible. Drink beers with hops and malted barley to get the biggest bone benefits and help prevent osteoporosis.

And new research says the yeast in beer may prevent cellular aging by lengthening telomeres, the end caps on DNA strands that may be indicators for aging and cancer.

Telomeres are essential proteins that ensure strands of DNA are copied and repaired properly. Every time a cell duplicates, its telomeres become shorter, and when they become too short, the cell dies.

A research team scanned 6,000 strains of yeast, each with a different gene deactivated, and tested them to determine their telomere length.

They found that about 400 yeast genes— many of which are the same as in the human genome—are involved in determining telomere length. It turns out that telomere length is something that’s very exact, which suggests that precision is critical and should be protected from environmental effects.

Like many things in life, there are benefits and risks involved in consuming alcohol. Numerous studies have shown how beer can both hurt and help the body. The key word is Moderation - that means one drink a day for women and one or two for men.

said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a hindrance to me; for you are not on the side of God, but of men.”

Then Jesus told his disciples, “If any man would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.

For whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. For w0hat will it profit a man, if he gains the whole world and forfeits his life?

Or what shall a man give in return for his life? For the Son of man is to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay every man for what he has done.

Dyspepsia

NI ATTY. MANING GOLO

Mommy ni D. Dear Atty. Golo,

Dear Sweetie Pinky,

May uyab ko ginganlan og Daniel.

Akong sampit niya D. Nagkabuwag me tungod sa iyang Mommy. Ang Mommy ni D. uyab sa una ni Daddy. Nasuko ang Mommy ni D. kay wa siya pangasaw-a ni Daddy. Karon, ang kasuko sa Mommy ni D. gipahungaw sa akoa. In love jud ko ni D. Peru naa na pud siya’y laing uyab.

Magpakasal kono sila sa Mindanao sunod buwan. Pwede diay ang taga ato adto kaslon sa Mindanao? Mosopak unta ko, mahimo? Ganahan ko ni D. kay bayoton parehas ni Daddy. Me “proposed” ko ni D. nga magtaban peru wa siya mosogot kay hadlok siya sa iyang Mommy, wa hinoon siya mahadlok sa iyang sweetie.

Ang kasal pwede saulogon bisan asa nga lugar sa Pilipinas. Ang importante nga ang kaslonon makakuha og “marriage license”. (Art. 20, Family Code).

Sa ato pa, mahimo nga si D. adto magpakasal sa Mindanao. Pwede pod gani adto magpakasal sa Baguio aron tugnaw.

Pwede pod ka mosopak kay imo kanang katungod. Apan dili maayo nga imong pugson si D. pagpakasal sa imoha. Ang kang D. bitaw nga Mommy wa man niya pogsa pagpangasawa sa iyaha ang imong Daddy. Kay kon nagkadayon pa ang imong Daddy og sa Mommy ni D., di gihapon mo makasal kay maigsoon man nimo si D., labaw pa unta mo sa paryente.

Imong amigo,

Manny G. Golo

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Matinahuron, Pinky

DYSPEPSIA REFERS to indigestion, the feeling of abdominal fullness, bloatedness, nausea, gnawing or burning sensation of the upper stomach or heartburn. It is a common manifestation of gastrointestinal (GI) disease. In the vernacular, it is “impatcho, wala nahilisan, suol ang tiyan or gikabuhi.” It is a symptom which may represent any of these disease entities: (1) drug induced gastropathy, (2) gastro-esophageal reflux disease, (3) gastric/duodenal ulcer, (4) gall stones, (5) diabetic gastropathy among others even stomach cancer or heart disease.

A common cause of dyspepsia is the intake of medications such as aspirin or NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and mefanamic acid, which are commonly used for arthritis and/or body pains. Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) or acid reflux disease is the loosening of the gastro-esophageal sphincter (a rubber-band like structure separating the acidic stomach from the esophagus), leading to back flow of acid from the stomach, back to the esophagus causing discomfort/pain. An ulcer is a break on the lining of the stomach

or intestine. It is caused by bacterial infection and/or abnormal acid balance in the stomach/ intestine. In diabetic gastropathy, there is abnormal muscle contraction in the stomach and intestine; leading to uncoordinated movement of food and gas in the stomach. It is an indication and a complication of poor sugar control among diabetic patients.

In determining the cause of dyspepsia, it needs detailed history taking by the physician.

It includes identification of factors such as its triggers, relieving and aggravating factors, timing of symptoms, presence of bloody or black tarry stool. Usually, the doctor will advise patient to avoid the triggers like avoiding aspirin and NSAIDS and replacing them with GI-friendly medications. And if symptoms persist, then a more thorough investigation is warranted. An abdominal ultrasound may be recommended and if negative, an endoscopy is highly advised. In endoscopy, a flexible tube is inderted into the mouth down to the esophagus, the stomach and the 1st portion of see

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6 CITY HALL ... from P. 2 Serafica said he was thankful that he was spared further harm from the accident but it was one tragedy he would not wish others to experience.

“Simbako kun mahitabo sa uban, labi na sa atong mga bisita. Makeha ‘nya ang ato syudad,” he said.

In response to Serafica’s privilege speech, councilor Pedro Godiardo Ebcas rose to the challenge to probing the matter and to recommend corrective measures, if viable. He said that as committe chairman of public safety, the matter is within his scope because the city hall is a public domain.

He said that together with the committee on infrastructure, they would have a joint meeting on the matter.

Ebcas is a civil engineer and understands building requirements. His wife, Maribeth, is a city architect.

Meanwhile, before letting the matter rest, councilor Gerry Penserga asked questions which the majority shared were vital to the issue.

The first question that Penserga asked is what was the purpose of the ramp, and secondly, who designed the City Hall so that its use would be explained.

Penserga said that if Serafica’s daughter was correct in saying that the ramp did not conform to the standards set to make public buildings PWD-friendly, “then what is the ramp for? What is its purpose?”

“Who designed the City Hall?,” he asked, adding that the designer or its architect can explain its purpose better and why it was steep than required and why it had floor tiles that were not apt for the structure.

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By Ina LarrazabalGimenez

7 Smart Uses for Vinegar INSTEAD OF using bleach, I would recommend the use of vinegar instead as it is non-toxic. Here are some tips I read from www.goodhousekeeping.com. It worked for me, hope it does for you too.

Tap into the many uses: 1. Clean Windows Instead of spending money on window cleaning chemicals — especially ones that include toxic or potentially toxic chemicals — make your own! Mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar with a gallon of water, and dispense into a used spray bottle. Squirt on, then scrub with newspaper, not paper towels, which cause streaking.

2. Get Fresher Laundry Got grass stains? No problem. Make a mixture of one-third cup white vinegar and two-thirds cup water.

Apply the solution to the stain and blot with a clean cloth. Repeat this process until you’ve removed as much green as possible, and then launder as usual.

When your big washing day comes around, toss in a capful of white vinegar. Your colors will come out bolder and your whites whiter. (If you’ve recently had an encounter with a skunk, it will take more than a capful.) After washing, get a sharper crease in pants by dipping the cloth in a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water. Then wring out the cloth and press the creases.

3. Clean Carpets Battle some carpet stains (like wine) with a mix of vinegar and warm water.

4. Wash Produce Vinegar may help remove bacteria and pesticide residues from fruits and veggies. Mix three parts water to one part white vinegar, and dispense in a spray bottle. Then rinse with water.

5. Dissolve Stubborn Glue Having trouble getting that annoying sticky label residue off a product? Or accidentally glue something together? Try using vinegar as a solvent to dissolve many common adhesives. Vinegar is also good at cutting grease.

6. Fight Hiccups We haven’t tested this one, but some claim they were able to cure pesky hiccups instantly by swallowing a teaspoon of vinegar. If your other hiccup tricks don’t work, it won’t hurt to try a dash of the stuff.

7. Deter Cats We love cats here, no doubt, but sometimes you don’t want them doing their business in the kids’ sandbox. Or in your flower bed. According to HomeEnvy, a simple solution is to pour vinegar around the edges of the area you want to protect every few months.

Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com For comments or suggestion, you can write to me at inashouseholdtips@yahoo.com or add me “iht EV” at Facebook. Also, if you would like to share some of your tips, feel free to do so by writing me, your name would be properly acknowledged.

802nd Brigade officers led by Col. Dinoh Dolina pose with the recipients of 8 wooden boats with motors that were given away last Friday. Accompanying the recipients were their families and some barangay chairpersons.

Army Cavaliers, friends in Papua New Guinea donate boats ORMOC CITY - Another eight fishermen were given hope of a brighter future as they received motorboats turned over to them by the Army’s 802nd Infantry Brigade at Camp Downes, Ormoc City on Friday, August 22.

The project is just one of the Army’s peace and development initiative which aims to rebuild the livelihood of fishermen in areas affected by Super Typhoon Yolanda.

Col. Dinoh A. Dolina, 802nd Brigade commander, said the motorboats were donated by the Army Cavaliers and some good citizens of Papua New Guinea. The Army Cavaliers are composed of graduates from the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) who joined the Philippine Army.

“Some of them are already

retired, some still in active service,” said Col. Dolina.

Four of the boats were from the Army Cavaliers, he said, while the remaining four were donations from concerned citizens of Papua New Guinea who had friends with the Army group.

Col. Dolina said “we are just the facilitators.” Weeks before, he said, they also gave away three motorboats to selected fishermen in San Isidro town and Baybay City.

The recipients for that day were from the coastal villages of Carigara, Capoocan and Albuera.

The recipients were chosen based on the recommendation of military units who conducted a survey a month earlier.

Some were members of the CAFGU, Dolina said, because

“we believe that charity starts at home”. The Civilian Armed Force Geographical Unit are para-military personnel who are based in the villages and acts as multiplier force for the Army. While in the past the CAFGU has earned a bad reputation, the current crop are chosen for their probity and dedication to uphold the laws of the land.

One of the recipients, Armando Macabenta, 51, of Brgy. Guindapunan, Carigara, Leyte, said he was surprised when informed by his wife that he is advised to attend the awarding of the motorboat in Ormoc City, via cell phone call from the 19th Infantry Battalion on Tuesday, August 18.

He thought it was a just a joke until members of the Charlie Company, 19th Infan-

try Battalion based in Brgy.

Tinaguban, Carigara, Leyte came to their house to formally inform him and two others from their village regarding the news, the following day.

The boats are made of quality wood with a 10-valve motor costing around Php 15,000.00 each.

In his speech, Col. Dolina is optimistic that the recipients’ income will increase with their brand new motorboats. He is also calling upon them to promptly report to the authorities any illegal activity that they may encounter at sea. ###

Ten soldiers wisely led will beat a hundred without a head.

- Euripides

Mobile Registration Project helps distressed woman in Palompon, helps many in covered areas PALOMPON, LEYTE (PNA) - Rebecca Apolinar’s worried face became delighted upon receiving a copy of her birth certificate, a basic requirement for the processing of her late brother’s burial claim from the Social Security System (SSS).

On April 10 this year, Rebecca’s older brother Roberto Apolinar, 61, died after months of suffering from pneumonia.

The untimely demise caused a financial burden to Rebecca, 59, the only family member left in San Juan village of Palompon in Leyte. As a poor family, the burial of her brother was a big problem.

The family’s house near the coast was crumbled to the ground by super typhoon Yolanda. They built a makeshift house out of salvaged tin, woods, and tarp. The hot temperature has worsened Roberto’s illness.

To bury his brother, Rebecca resorted to borrowing from her friends. The other siblings based in Manila stopped supporting financially, leaving her alone to solve the financial hitch caused by hospitalization and burial expenses.

“I only earn P100 a day. No wonder that for almost four months, I still couldn’t pay my debts. I’m worried because they are now asking for the payments, but still I don’t have money to pay them,” she shared.

The SSS burial benefits of Rebecca’s brother, which amounted to P20,000 is the only money that Rebecca expects to get to pay off debts.

The teary eyed Rebecca is just one of the beneficiaries of Mobile Civil Registration Project (MCRP) of the non- government organization (NGO) Initiatives for Dialogue and Empowerment trough Alternative Legal Services (IDEALS).

The program is primarily supported by the United Nations High Commissioner on Refugee and Department of Social Welfare and Development.

“I’m really thankful to IDEALS because now I can receive the benefit since I already have my live-birth which is one of the requirements asked from me by the SSS.” The MCRP also paved the way for Rebecca’s civil registration, which her parents failed to do when she was a child due to extreme poverty.

Apolinar is among the nearly 900 residents of Palompon who availed of the free registration and free replacement of destroyed documents of the 5,700 persons listed for assistance.

Palompon Municipal Civil Registrar Carmelita Lodovica recalled that this is the first time that an NGO-led civil registration project covered their town.

“Even before Yolanda, Palompon lacks equipment and so it was a blessing when MCRP extended their help in their municipality by giving the town equipment such as desktop, laptop, and printer. Additional staff also doubled the work force in our office,” Lodovica said.

Before Yolanda, 50 percent of the populations in Palompon were not registered due to lack of awareness, poor infrastructure, traditional birth delivery in the past, and poverty.

“We hope to bring down the unregistered rate to 30 percent through MCRP,” Lodovica said.

The MCRP, which was launched in April and ended June 30, has benefitted typhoon-displaced residents of Tacloban City, the towns of Palo, Tanauan, and Tolosa in eastern part of Leyte; San Isidro, Tabango, Isabel, Matag-ob, Palompon, and Ormoc City in northwestern part of Leyte; Basey and Marabut in Samar; Lawaan, Balangiga, Quinapondan, Giporlos, Guiuan, Salcedo, Mercedes, and Hernani in Eastern Samar.

Through mobile registration, releasing of important documents can be done in the community level with beneficiaries claiming these documents for free. Civil registration is the recording of vital events - births, deaths, marriages - that affect the civil status of individuals.

“The loss of identification documents has adverse impacts to the ability of family-victims and survivors to access benefits and legal claims that they are entitled to obtain after the natural disaster,” IDEALS said in a statement.

In Ormoc, some 63 residents of upland barangays availed of the project this week. The mass registration was held at Brgy.

Tongonan.

A group of paralegals and lawyers assisted clients in securing their document such as late registration of birth, correction of entry in birth and marriage certificates and issuance of certified true copies of documents.

The activity was also simultaneously done with the mobile registration activity of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in the same village.

Voters with erroneous entries in their Comelec records were able to obtain free affidavits from the MCRP. The registration program started in January, financed by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees. Oxfam Int’l took over funding it last June. Now, the program is extented for another six months beginning September 9, this time from United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

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T LOVELY ladies will vie for the title Palompon Institute of Technology 2014 August 29, 2014. One will be the high bet while the seven others will come he different college departments of PIT. e of the well-known pageants in Palomll, it will be held at the PIT Gymnasium PM. e pageant is a part of the 42nd PIT’s anniversary celebration. thelia Maria Ugsad, committee chairman PIT 2014, identified the eight candidates ifferent sponsoring groups as Shammah Casulla of Laboratory High School Dent; Eva Mae Caminero of PIT Tabango s; Bonnick Omega of College of Technold Engineering; Pinky Ygona of College itime Education; Eden Suralta of College vanced Education; Marisol Gecain of e of Arts and Sciences; Darenn Lagrama ociation of Administrative Personnel of T and Joelarose Valenzona of College of ion.

This year’s pageant theme is “Building Back Better Beautifully”. It aims to depict a positive outlook of PIT’s rising and moving on after Yolanda and, more importantly, the strength and resolve in facing the challenge to do more and do better in disaster prevention and risk reduction PIT was one of the most badly damaged SUCs after Yolanda. It was given P 21.32-million rehabilitation funds of the P 503-million earmarked for Yolanda-affected SUCs. Ms PIT 2014 will become the institution’s ambassadress of goodwill. She will be its model for positive outlook, for a better PIT not only physically but also intellectually, emotionally, morally and spiritually.

The winner is expected to remain single until she turns over the crown to the next successor. The eight candidates, with their escorts, were paraded around town on the morning of August 24, Sunday. By John Kevin Decio Pilapil

and a Mom turns 82

“MA’AM TRINING” YGNACIO just turned 82 … and she is one of the most amazing woman in Ormoc that I know. She was the Grade 4 teacher of all my five girls. They could not forget her because she would lead them through The Rosary every day.

A teacher at the Ormoc City Central School, I did not know much about her until I befriended her daughter, Liza Makabenta, the ever bubbly woman who has led Eternal Plans, Inc. to newer heights.

It was from her that I pieced the story of a hardworking mom.

Widowed young with 12 children, she worked and scraped together whatever she could, to see that her children had a good life. With her unwavering faith, Ma’am Ignacio pulled through and all her children are success stories of their own.

In a lunch celebration held at the Hotel Don Felipe, family, ends, old time neighbors and guests walked down the memory lane th the celebrant whose pictures from past to present were flashed a screen.

Of course, Liza couldn’t resist sharing the story of how they would ake up at 3:00 AM to pray the Rosary but even if they resented it en, they realized that their mom’s prayerfulness and faith led them rough the ups and downs of their lives.

The last time I saw Ma’am Ygnacio was when she turned 75. She as gifted by her children with a ring with 12 gems, to signify each them. That was seven years ago, and she has not aged one year.

To Ma’am Ygnacio, I would like to be very much around when u turn 90, and so forth. From the bottom of my heart, thank you r raising my girls into becoming good Christians and God-fearing ople. They also PM’d me to send their regards. They said they ould never forget you!

Rafael “Spanky” Corrales Munoz sr., a distinctive figure in Ormoc circles because of his consistent cowboy look ... ahhmmm he know he looks good in it ... turned 70 last August 12. Since it is a milestone, at 70, the family opted to have something a bit grandioso to celebrate the day. A special celebration was held on August 16 in the evening at La Vigia Restaurant. In the company of family, siblings and close friends, Spanky had a great time ... and I swear he has not aged a day since I knew this cowboy 20 or so years ago! Many happy returns of the day!!!

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Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT REGIONAL TRIAL COURT Eighth Judicial Region Branch 11 Calubian Leyte SP. PROC. CASE NO. SP-CN-135 For: IN RE: PETITION FOR THE ADOPTION OF MINOR ZARIAH MAVENEY V. PANARES, SPOUSES PAMELA V. GASPAN and RANDY I. GASPAN Petitioners x-----------------x ORDER A verified petition for Adoption filed by herein petitioners, Sps. Pamela V. Gaspan and Randy I. Gaspan, through counsel praying among others that minor child ZARIAH MAVENEY V. PANARES be freed from all legal obligation of obedience and maintenance with respect to his natural father and the name be changed to ZARIAH MAVENEY VERGARA GASPAN and it appearing that the same is sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby set for initial hearing on September 24, 2014 at 8:30 in the morning before this Court at the Hall of Justice, Calubian, Leyte at which date aforesaid, any interested person may appear and show cause, if there be any, why said petition should not be granted.

The Office of the Department of Social Welfare and Development of the Province is hereby ordered to conduct Child Study on the adoptee, Home Study on the Adopters and counseling session with the biological parental and submit reports and recommendations thereof before the date of hearing.

Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of general circulation at least once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners and that copies of the petition and Order be furnished the Honorable Solicitor General at 134 Amorsolo St. Legaspi Village, Makati City, the National Statistics Office, Manila, the Assistant Provincial prosecutor of Calubian, Leyte and the Local Civil Registrar of Calubian, Leyte for them to appear for the government.

SO ORDERED. IN CHAMBERS this 21st day of July 2014 at Halls of Justice, Calubian, Leyte, Philippines.

(Sgd.) CRESCENTE F. MARAYA, JR. Executive Judge EV Mail Aug. 18- 24, 25-31, & Sept. 1-7, 2014

REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD LUNGSOD NG ORMOC EXCERPT FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE THIRTEENTH SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD NG ORMOC HELD AT THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD SESSION HALL, ORMOC CITY HALL BUILDING ON AUGUST 07, 2014 PRESENT: Hon. Leo Carmelo L. Locsin, Jr. Vice Mayor & Presiding Officer Hon. Rolanda M. Villasencio, SP Member, Majority Floor Leader Hon. Tomas R. Serafica, SP Member, Asst. Majority Floor Leader Hon. Mario M. Rodriguez, SP Member, Presiding Officer “Pro-Tempore” Hon. Ruben R. Capahi, SP Member, Asst. Minority Floor Leader Hon. Benjamin S. Pongos, Jr., SP Member Hon. Antonio M. Codilla, SP Member Hon. Vincent L. Rama, SP Member Hon. Pedro Godiardo P. Ebcas, SP Member Hon. Mariano Y. Corro, Ex-Officio SP Member Chapter President, Liga ng mga Barangay ng Ormoc ON LEAVE: Hon. Eusebio Gerardo S. Penserga, SP Member Preparatory Statement WHEREAS, an Indorsement was received by this Sanggunian dated July 22, 2014 from the Office of the City Mayor relative to the request of Mr. Manuelito Z. Estela, OSCA Head, for a supplemental appropriation in the total amount of Six Million Six Hundred Nineteen Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (P6,619,500.00), chargeable against the 2013 Unappropriated Surplus, to augment funds for the implementation of the Senior Citizens Birthday Gift Program; WHEREAS, it is provided in the Local Government Code of 1991 that Local Government Units are authorized to enact ordinances which will promote the general welfare and well-being of Senior Citizens; WHEREAS, to keep up the mandate and the substance of the aforementioned law, the City Governments of Ormoc City had passed an ordinance known and cited as the “Birthday Gift Ordinance for Senior Citizens of Ormoc City”, in its desire to adopt measures and establish a program beneficial to our Senior Citizens and promote their well-being; WHEREAS, the budget allocation of Four Million Five Hundred Thousand (P4,500,000.00) for fiscal year cannot suffice until December 2014; WHEREAS, to dead with the deficiency and in order that the 7,413 qualified Senior Citizens will be

Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF LEYTE City of Baybay Office of the Sangguniang Panlungsod Excerpt from the MINUTES OF THE 27th REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF BAYBAY CITY, LEYTE HELD IN THE SESSION HALL ON JULY 21, 2013.

g) Recommends imposition of fees or charges to cover the expenses of trainings, seminars, workshops, short courses to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for its approval except those programs, trainings, seminars, workshops or short courses which the City Government expressly exempt payment of fees or charges; h) Conduct competency assessment i) Issue training certificate after completion of the trainings seminars or workshops; Section 5. Control and Supervision – The control, supervision, management and operation of the CENTER is with the Office of the City Mayor.

Section 6. Operation and Maintenance of Center – The City Government shall appropriate in its Annual Budget, upon the recommendation of the City Mayor, the funds necessary or incidental for the operation, maintenance, management and administration of the Center. a) Maintenance – The City Government shall ensure that the Center is supported by appropriate network of organizational support systems and mechanisms, including human resource; b) Supervision – The City Mayor shall have over all supervision over the programs and services offered by the Center and in organizing, strengthening and sustaining it; c) Personnel – The City Mayor shall determine the number of staff complement and appoint or designate them from any of the City’s government employees. The head of the Center is known as Baybay City Training Center Manager (BCTCM) who shall manage/oversee the day-to-day operations of the Center.

Section 7. Donations – The Center, through the City Mayo, may receive donations or bequests of property or services which shall be utilized for the implementation of the program.

Section 8. Repealing Clause- Any ordinance/s inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed or amended accordingly.

Section Separability Clause – If any provision of this Ordinance shall be held invalid, the remaining provisions be given full force and effect as completely as if the provision held invalid had not been included therein.

Section 10. Effectivity Clause – This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days after it shall have been published.

Enacted, July 21, 2014.

I HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing resolution which was duly adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod during its regular session held on July 21, 2014

(Sgd.) AMELITO V. BORNEO

SP Secretary

ATTESTED AND CERTIFIED

TO BE DULY ADOPTED: (Sgd.) MICHAEL L. CARI City Vice Mayor & Presiding Officer APPROVED BY HER HONOR (Sgd.) CARMEN . CARI City Mayor EV Mail August 11-17, 18-24, 2014

CITY ORDINANCE NO. 003

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A TECHNICAL –VOCATIONAL AND SKILLS TRAINING CENTER IN BAYBAY CITY AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFORE FOR MANAGEMENT, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONAL PURPOSES. SPONSORED BY HONORABLE EDEN C. BUTAWAN AND HONORABLE TERESITA J. VELOSO. Section 1. Title Ordinance shall be known and cited as “BAYBAY CITY TECHNICAL – VOCATIONAL AND SKILLS TRAINING CENTER ORDINANCE.” Section 2. The Center – There shall be established in the City a “BAYBAY CITY TECHNICAL – VOCATIONAL AND SKILLS TRAINING CENTER” or to be known as “BAYBAY TECH-VOST CENTER.” Section 3. Objectives and Goals – The primordial goal of establishing a Baybay City Technical – Vocational and Skills Training Center is to provideskills training Center is to provideskills training that will generate livelihood opportunities to the marginalized sectors, men, women, youth, senior citizens and persons with disabilities in order to prepare them to engage in gainful employment and/or entrepreneurship and to enhance their quality of life by expanding their capacities for economic productivity and increase their incomes. Further, it also aims to support the poverty reduction programs in the City.

Section 4. Powers and Functions of the Center – The Baybay City Technical- Vocational and Skills Training Center shall have the following powers and functions: a) Conducts non-formal education regarding skills trainings, seminars, workshops, short term vocational and technological courses; b) Adopts a continuing manpower development program and modern technology to update knowledge and skills; c) Conducts a continuous study, research, training development and evaluation of various courses and seminars by tapping governmental agencies and private sectors that are involved in socioeconomic development programs geared to uplift the general welfare of the people; d) Develops its capability to devise and formulate training curricula and training designs; e) Develops its own capacity as a resource center for technological vocational and skills training by developing –in-house trainors to provide training services; f) Coordinates and orchestrates the conduct of technological vocational, livelihood and skills training independently or in partnership with national government agencies or private sectors;

able to avail of the said benefit of One Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (P1,500.00) per beneficiary, the Office of the Senior Citizens Affair (OSCA) is humbly requesting for a supplemental budget for this program; WHEREAS, the City Budget Officer has issued a Certification dated July 21, 2014, with the information that the sum of SIX MILLION SIX HUNDRED NINETEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED PESOS (P6,619,500.00) is available to be taken from the Unppropriated Surplus, end of the year 2013, for the utilization in the birthday gift of the Senior Citizens of this City under the account-Donations (Senior Citizens Welfare Program); WHEREAS, the City Treasurer, through a Certification of Availability of Funds, dated July 22, 2014, reiterated that the funding source for the above mentioned request, is available to be taken from the Unappropriated Surplus, end of the year 2013, for the birthday gift of Senior Citizens of this City under the account-Donations (Senior Citizens Welfare Program); FOREGOING PREMISES CONSIDERED, on a joint motion of Honorable SP Member Vincent L. Rama, Chairman, Committee on Social Welfare, Senior Citizens Women’s and Family and Honorable SP Member Mario M. Rodriquez, Chairman, Committee on Finance and Appropriation, severally seconded by Honorable SP Members Mariano Y. Corro, Eusebio Gerardo S. Penserga, Pedro Godiardo P. Ebcas, Antonio M. Codilla and Tomas R. Serafica; RESOLVED, to enact: APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE NO. 2014-007 (General Fund) AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE AMOUNT OF SIX MILLION SIX HUNDRED NINETEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED PESOS (P6,619,500.00), CHARGEABLE AGAINST THE 2013 UNAPPROPRIATED SURPLUS TO AUGMENT FUNDS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SENIOR CITIZENS BIRTHDAY GIFT PROGRAM FOR THE YEAR 2014.

BE IT ENACTED, by the Thirteen Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Ormoc, That; SECTION 1. 2014 GENERAL FUND SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET. The sum of SIX MILLION SIX HUNDRED NINETEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED PESOS (P6,619,500.00) ONLY of the General Fund Supplemental Budget of Ormoc City is hereby appropriated for the implementation of Senior Citizens Birthday Gift Program, to be taken from the Unappropriated Surplus, End of the Year 2013.

SECTION 2. EFFECTIVITY. This Appropriation Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its approval subject, however, to the compliance of the posting and publication requirements as provided for in the Local Government Code of 1991; RESOLVED, FURTHER, that sufficient copies of this Appropriation Ordinance together with all supporting documents thereof, be submitted to the Honorable Secretary, Department of Budget & Management, Manila, Through the City Budget Officer of Ormoc, and the Regional Director, Department of Budget & Management, Tacloban City, for review purposes; ENACTED, August 07, 2014.

RESOLVED FURTHERMORE, to furnish copies of this Appropriation Ordinance, one each, to the Honorable City Mayor Edward C. Codilla; the City Administrator, the City Budget Officer; the City Treasurer; the City Accountant; the City Auditor; the City Social Welfare and Development Office; the Office of the Senior Citizens Affair; and other offices and parties concerned for their information, guidance and reference.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. WE HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Appropriation Ordinance No. 2014 – 007 which approved the General Fund Supplemental budget of Ormoc City for CY 2014 was duly enacted by the Thirteenth Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Ormoc in its regular session.

(Sgd.) JOEL S. DUERO

Secretary to the

Sangguniang Panlungsod (Sgd.) ROLANDO M. VILLASENCIO SP Member Majority Floor Leader (Sgd.) TOMAS R. SERAFICA SP Member Asst. Majority Floor Leader (Sgd.) MARIO M. RODRIGUEZ SP Member Presiding Officer “Pro-Tempore” (Sgd.) RUBEN R. CAPAHI SP Member Asst. Minority Floor Leader (Sgd.) BENJAMIN S. PONGOS, JR. SP. Member (Sgd.) ANTONIO M. CODILLA SP Member (Sgd.) VINCENT L. RAMA SP Member (Sgd.) PEDRO GODIARDO P. EBCAS SP Member EUSEBIO GERARDO S. PENSERGA SP Member (On Leave) (Sgd.)MARIANO Y. CORRO Ex-Officio SP Member Chapter President Liga ng mga Barangay ng Ormoc ATTESTED: (Sgd.) LEO CARMELO L. LOCSIN, JR. Vice Mayor & Presiding Officer

APPROVED:

(Sgd.) EDWARD C. CODILLA

City Mayor

Date: Aug. 15, 2014

August 18-24, 2014 Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT Regional Trial Court Eight Judicial Region Branch 17 Palompon, Leyte SP. PROC. CASE NO. R-PAL-14-0406-SP IN THE MATTER OF CORRECTION OF ENTRIES IN THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF TABANGO, LEYTE AND CIVIL REGISTRAR GENERAL NATIONAL STATISTICS OFFICE JOVETH TOGADO CAB Petitioner, -versus THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF TABANGO, LEYTE AND THE CIVIL REGISTRAR GENERAL NATIONAL STATISTICS OFFICE Respondent. x------------x ORDER A verified petition having been filed with this Court by petitioner, through counsel, Atty.

Octavius L. Labtic, praying that after publication, notice and hearing an Order be issued directing the Local Civil Registrar of Tabango, Leyte to correct the sex of Joveth Togado Cab on his Certificate of Live Birth from FEMALE to MALE. As the petition appears to be sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby set for initial hearing, pursuant to Section 4, Rule 108 of the Rules of Court on October 6, 2014 at 8:30 o’clock in the morning at the Hall of Justice, Regional Trial Court,

Branch 17, Palompon, Leyte at which date, time and place, any person may appear and show cause, if any why the petition should not be granted.

Let a copy of this Order be published at the expense of the petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Leyte, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, with the last publication to be made at least one week prior to the date set for initial hearing.

Furnish copies of this Order to the Office of the Solicitor General, the Local Civil Registrar of Tabango, Leyte, the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor of Leyte, Atty.

Octavius L. Labtic, Office of the Civil Registrar General, National Statistics Office and the petitioner.

SO ORDERED. Given in Chambers, this 11th day of August, 2014 at the Hall of Justice, Palompon, Leyte.

(Sgd.) MARIO O. QUINIT Presiding Judge Copy furnished: 1.Atty. Octavius L. Labtic – Quezon St. San Isidro, Leyte 2.The Office of the Solicitor General, Manila 3.Pros. Lorna pades – Palompon, Leyte 4. National Statistics office – Manila 5.Joveth T. Cab- Brgy.

Tabing, Tabango, Leyte 6.Local Civil Registrar of Tabango, Leyte 7. EV Mail Ormoc City EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 2531, & Sept. 1- 7, 2014

Extrajudicial Settlement NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the properties of the late FELIPE QUIAPO re a motor vehicles, CR : No. 2649348-2; MAKE : TOYOTA; Series : Innova E DSL MT ; Type: Wagon; Model: 2005; MV File No.: 1367-00000016192; Plate No.: XTE 256; Engine No.: 2KD9414836; Chassis No.: KUN40-5002307 and CR No. 13301392; MAKE : ISUZU; Body Type: Stake; Model: 2000; MV File No.: 0832-00000001452; Plate No.: HAG 659; Engine No.: D500-432802; Chassis No.: CCKW-353-280418A2; a parcel of land re ½ portion share, TCT No. 22589, Lot 7407, situated in the Barrio of Dolores, Ormoc City, containing an area of 10,714 sq. m. ; ½ portion of share, TCT No. 20786 Lot 5278-A-1 , Psd-08-003018, situated in Barrio of San Isidro, Ormoc City, containing an area of 265 sq. m. ; Road Lot containing an area of 1,236 sq. m. TCT No. 44863 Lot 7408-C-3-k , Psd -08-019200-D, situated in Brgy. Dolores, Ormoc City; Road Lot containing an area of 372 sq. m. with TD No. 00026-00511 ; and ½ portion of a residential house erected on TCT 46955 Lot No. 5285-L registered name of MARIA FE A. QUIAPO were settled among his heirs per Doc. No. 71; Page No. 15; Book No. VII; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Haranett E. Sultan. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014

rrr Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the properties of the late ARISTON BIBERA re an Agricultural Land situated at Brgy. Alejos, Bato, Leyte under TD No. 050600700066 Cad. Lot No. 2155 containing an area of .5763 has; and an Agricultural Land under TD No. 050600700067, Cad Lot No. 2158, containing an area of .2537 has. were settled among his heirs and sold in favor of MICHAEL RIZALDY CASTILLEJO and LORELEY ANGELA CASTILLEJO per Doc. No. 162; Page No. 34; Book No. 16; Series of 2006 of Notary Public Rico E. Aureo. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014

rrr Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late ARISTON BIBERA re a parcel of an Agricultural Land situated at Brgy. Alejos, Bato, Leyte under TD No. 020600700059 with Cad. Lot No. 2153 containing an area of .6502 has. was settled among his heirs and sold in favor of MICHAEL RIZALDY CASTILLEJO and LORELEY ANGELA CASTILLEJO per Doc. No. 843; Page No. 70; Book No. 15; Series of 2005 of Notary Public Rico E. Aureo. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Republic of the Philippines Province of Leyte Municipality of Villaba OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC August 11, 2014 CCE-33-2014 R.A. 10172 In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JERALDIN NAVARRO has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of child’s gender from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the certificate of live birth of JERALDIN NAVARRO at Villaba, Leyte and whose mother is ROSARIO L. NAVARRO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than August 12, 2014.

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August 18-24, 2014 DR. NINO ... from P. 5 the small intestine to visualize any abnormality such as bleeding ulcers, tumors and during the procedure, a portion of the stomach or intestine can be tested for the presence of the bacteria – Helicobacter pylori, which is the primary cause of ulcer. If the test is positive, antibiotics will be given to the patient. And if a tumor is detected, biopsy could be done to determine if it is cancer or not.

There is no need to worry if dyspepsia occurs occasionally such as after eating lots of food during a party, or after having been on a roller coaster ride. Medications like prokinetic agents

FR. ROY ... from P. 4 of action would be pursued.

In this, we have to follow closely the example of Christ himself who bore all the sins of men just to save us. He is the standard, the pattern and the power in our effort to be open, tolerant and patient with everybody else.

Of course, this is possible only when we have faith in God’s word and try to conform our ways to God’s ways. But we can start learning these indispensable traits by pursuing them in our unavoidable daily encounters and conflicts with others.

For example, when we express our political opinions or views related to anything social or cultural or even religious, we should try our best to be respectful with one another.

Even in our sharpest disagreements, we should see to it that we remain courteous, civil and friendly. We should learn how to disagree agreeably, without poisoning the air around and, much less, cutting the bonds of friendship and brotherhood.

To be avoided at all costs are inflammatory language, insults, ad hominems, all kinds of fallacies, sarcasm, ironies, etc. These do not advance our dialogues and exchanges. Rather, they hamper and undermine our conversations.

We should see to it that we have a good grip of our emotions, our temper, our tongue, and much more, our hand. Rather, let’s follow what St. Peter once said: “If you are a speaker, speak in words which seem to come from God…so that in everything God may receive the glory…”

(1 Pt 4,10-11)

MERCADO ... from P. 4 Strong lay leadership also plays a role, as does the legacy of martyrdom. Some observers believe that what looks like Catholic growth is actually part of a broader religious stirring in South Korea, “a rising tide that’s lifting all boats.”

Perhaps the ultimate proof of his appeal is this: Outside the hotel hosting the media center for the visit, a subtle yet determined pimp has worked the sidewalk each night in an effort to entice visitors to hire a call girl. When he approached me late Friday — for the record, unsuccessfully — I asked if he was aware that people traveling with the pope are lodged there.

Presumably this guy is no fan of Catholic sexual morality, but he still volunteered that he likes Francis because, as he put it, “He doesn’t judge.”

What South Korea illustrates, therefore, is that Francis’s Teflon coating isn’t just a Western or Latin American artifact, but part of his global brand. It may not dissolve the objections some have to Catholicism, but it seems to persuade them the problem isn’t because of the pope — it’s in spite of him.

Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the properties of the late JOSEFA P. PENSOTES and ANTONIO PENSOTES re parcels of land with Cadastral Lot NO. 5861-B, located at Brgy. Cagsalaosao, Calbayog City, containing an area of 22,711 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01022-00599 ; Cadastral Lot No. 7531, located at Brgy. Lonoy, Calbayog City, containing an area of 4,500 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01023-00077; and Cadastral Lot No. 7529-B, containing an area of 5,674 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01023-00084 were settled among their heirs and parcel 2 ½ portion of its total area, and parcel 1 & 3 the whole of the above described parcels of land sold in favor of EDZEL C. HUBAYAN per Doc. No. 6418; Page No. 1284; Book No. XIII; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Hernando Hernandez, Jr. . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late JULIA LEMERATA re a parcel of land, with Cadastral Lot NO. 5570, located at Old National Road, Brgy. Trinidad, Calbayog City, containing an area of 283 sq.m. under ARP No. 99-01020-00569 was settled among her heirs per Doc. No. 6716; page No. 64; Book No. CLXXII; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Ma. Rowena L. Urot . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late REMEGIO SERVA re a parcel of land designated as Cadastral Lot No. 5987-A, containing an area of 18,458 sq. m. declared under TD No. 99-01020-01776 was settled among his heirs and 6,184 sq. m. sold in favor of SPS. LEO J. CAPEDING and ROSARIO Z. CAPEDING per Doc. No. 476; Page No. 96; Book No. XXXIV; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Alex R. Gelera. . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late VICTORIANO RABI re a parcel of land with Cadastral Lot No. 5935 Part remaining, located at Brgy. Cagsalaosao, Calbayog City, containing an area of 149 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01022-00674 was settled among his heirs and sold in favor of HELARION FLOR per Doc. No. 8272; Page No. 55; Book No. CXXV; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Ma. Rowena Urot. . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement Partition with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late ADELA and DEMETRIO MIDORANDA re a parcel of agricultural land, designated as Lot No. 2799, containing an area of 28,561 sq. m. declared under TD No. 99-0101201655 was settled among their heirs and 10,000 sq. m. sold in favor of EVELICIA P. BERGFIELD which is a portion of 14,280.5 sq. m. share of AGUSTIN B.MIDORANDA per Doc. No. 7541; Page No. 69; Book No. LXXIII; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Ma. Rowena Urot. . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014

NEWS like domperidone or antacids such as Aluminum Magnesium Hydroxide with simethicone could be taken to relieve symptoms.

One has to avoid aspirin and NSAIDS. Coffee, chocolates, spicy and acidic food, drinking carbonated drinks, or dairy products may aggravate symptoms. Small frequent feedings may decrease acid production. It is advised to sit or walk around for 30 minutes, after eating; and avoid lying down immediately after eating to avoid backflow of food and acid. However, if symptoms persist, one should see a doctor. Especially if warning signs has been noted such as difficulty in swallowing, age >55, presence of bloody or black tarry stool and low blood pressure. The later may indicate a severely bleeding ulcer which led to low BP and could make things more complicated. Stomach and/or intestinal perforation is a late complication of an ignored ulcer. You can always see our friendly GI specialists – the gastroenterologists.

BIONAS ... from P. 1 new economic growth and environmental protection”, Bionas believes their product could be the solution to the country’s major problems: Poverty, high cost of fuels, and global warming.

Increased Economic Revenue Currently, Bionas has 325,000 hectares of Jatropha plantation in 12 different locations. They encouraged farmers and planters present to “grow money and energy on a tree”. The Jatropha tree, with a 40-50 year life expectancy, survives in idle and rolling lands. The trees’ seeds, which can be harvested 6 months onwards, can be sold at a guaranteed price of P11 per kilo which may increase in the future but will never roll back.

Bionas purchases Jatropha seeds through their 48 nurseries around the country. In Leyte, their nursery is located at Kananga town. They also have business office in Ormoc.

When Bionas’ started planting “tuba-tuba” 3 years ago, they distributed hybrid seeds from Malaysia for free.

However, skepticism of the program’s viability laid the seeds wasted.

That is why, they said, they are now selling the seeds at P20 per kilo. However, a planter will only pay P10.00 upon purchase, while the remaining P10.00 will be paid after harvest.

Farmers were also assured Jatropha was not toxic and will not harm goats, carabaos and

other farm animals, in case they ingest it. Theft is also unforeseen as they cannot steal seeds overnight from large plantations, nor sell it easily without proper certifications.

When buying the seeds for the first time, the farmers are required to fill up a registration and contract form. Bionas assures to buy the seeds. An ID card will also be issued which should be presented when selling the seeds upon harvest, otherwise, it won’t be accepted.

The demand Since Bionas is a registered supplier of International Air Transport Association (IATA), there is a consistent demand for “tuba-tuba” seeds to be used in the production of bio-fuel. “The (tuba-tuba’s) market is the world”, said Toy Estrañero, Bionas Kananga Nursery in-charge.

Global warming “Our concern is to stop air pollution,” said Dr. Sharif Adzhar Sarahadil, the Chairman and CEO of BionasPhilippines, who personally presented before the farmers and planters.

He gave lectures on climate change, global warming, and how to mitigate its deleterious effects. “As carbon dioxide emissions rise, the planet gets hotter”, said Dr. Sarahadil.

He quoted Dato Jaffri, Bionas Group of Companies Chairman: “I believe in the laws of nature… we must give first before expecting anything”. By Jhay Gaspar

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NOTICES

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 8th Judicial Region BRANCH 15 Hall of Justice, Burauen, Leyte EJF No. 14-07-38 FOR: Extra-Judicial Foreclosure of Real Estate Mortgage PAG-IBIG FUND TACLOBAN CITY, Mortgagee, -versusJUANCHO A. JARO, Mortgagors, x---------------------x NOTICE OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SALE Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act No. 3135/1508 filed

by CESAR VIRGILIO A. LABUGUEN, Department Manager IIILCMRD Cebu HUB, PAG- IBIG FUND, Regional Office, Tacloban City, received by this Court on July 18, 2014 against Juancho A. Jaro, a resident of Barangay 59-A, Sampaguita Ext., Tacloban City, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of May 19, 2014 amounts to EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED SIX & 59/100 (Php 828,806.59) excluding penalties, charges attorney’s fees and expenses of foreclosure, the undersigned or his duly authorized deputy will sell at public auction on September 23, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at the main entrance of the Hall of Justice, Regional

Trial Court, Branch 15, Burauen, Leyte, to the highest bidder, for cash or manager’s check and in Philippines currency, the following property with its improvements, to wit; Title No.: T-28689 Lot No.: 4501-A-1-G-20 Survey No.: Psd083725-007779-D Location of the Property: Poblacion of Julita, Leyte Land Area: FIVE HUNDRED FORTY (540) sq. m.

Boundaries: East, along line 1-2

by Lot 4601, Psc-9;on the South, along line 2-3 by a road (4.00 m. wide); on the West, along line 3-4

by Lot 4501-A-1-G-21 of the subdivision and on the North, along line 4-1

by Lot 4501-C, Psd-08004024.

All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above stated time and date.

In the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on September 30, 2014 without further notice.

Hall of Justice, Burauen, Leyte, July 24, 2014.

(Sgd.) LICERIO M. MARTINADA III Sheriff IV Copy Furnished: Juancho A. Jaro Pag-Ibig Fund, Tacloban City EV Mail July 28 – Aug. 3, 4-10, 11-17, 2014

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 8th Judicial Region BRANCH 15 Hall of Justice, Burauen, Leyte Special Proceedings No. 14-07-196 IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR JUDICIAL DECLARATION THAT THE NAMES CORAZON LAMAC BALDERIAN, CARIDAD LAMAC BALDERIAN AND CARIDAD BALDERIAN TABIOS REFER TO ONE AND THE SAME PERSON CORAZON L. BALDERIAN-PADILLA, A.K.A. CARIDAD LAMAC BALDERIAN, A.K.A. CARIDAD BALDERIAN TABIOS Petitioner, x------------------x ORDER A verified petition had been filed by the petitioner, through counsel, praying that after due publication, notice and hearing, an Order be issued declaring that the names CORAZON LAMAC BALDERIAN, CARIDAD LAMAC BALDERIAN and CORAZON BALDERIAN TABIOS refer to one and the same person and that petitioner is also the same person CARIDAD B. TABIOS, the registered owner of a parcel of land designated as Lot

No. 4454-A of the Caloocan Cadastre located at Quezon City covered

by Transfer Certificate of Title No. RT-110459 (330734).

Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance it is hereby ordered that the said petition be set for initial hearing on September 10, 2014 in the morning session of this Court at the Hall of Justice, Regional Trial Court, Branch 15, Burauen, Leyte, at which date, time and place, all persons may appear and show cause, if any, why the petition should not be granted.

Let a copy of this Order be published at the expense of the petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Leyte, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, with the last publication to be made at least one week prior to the date of initial hearing.

Furnish copies of this Order and petition to the Office of the Solicitor General, Office of the Provincial Prosecutor, the petitioner and her counsel.

SO ORDERED. IN CHAMBERS, Hall of Justice, Burauen, Leyte, July 31, 2014.

(Sgd.) YOLANDA U. DAGANDAN Presiding Judge EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 1117, & 18-24, 2014

Extrajudicial Settlement and Partition NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the properties of the late MENESIO C. CABI and JULIANA TAGENIS re parcels of land lot 6225-E-18, Psd-08-004689 (OLT), situated at Barangay Curva, Ormoc City, containing an area of 11,177 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2520; Lot 6225-F-1, Psd-08-004657 (OLT), containing an area of 2,273 sq.m. covered

by TCT No. 2431 ; Lot 6225-E-19, Psd-08004689 (OLT) , containing an area of 199 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2525; and Lot 6225-E-1, Psd-08-004689, containing an area of 6,086 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2504 were settled and partitioned among their heirs per Doc. No. 109; Page No. 22; Book No. CCXLVIII; Series of 2013 of Notary Public Nicolas Maglasang. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014

Extrajudicial Settlement with Deed of Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late SPS. JORGE SABITSANA and REGINA S. CORTO re a parcel of a residential land located in Pili, Almeria, Biliran denominated as survey No. 1973, Lot No. 26 under TD No./ARP No. 00368-R-11, containing an area of 649 sq. m. was settled among their heirs and sold in favor of SPS. WEDY and LAURA MONTES-BAGDOC per Doc. No. 177; Page No. 36; Book No. 48; Series of 2013 of Notary Public Redentor C. Villordon. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Deed of Absolute Sale

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT REGIONAL TRIAL COURT BRANCH 43 8th Judicial Region Bulwagan ng Katarungan Magsaysay Boulevard, Tacloban City SP. PROC. NO. 201311-39 JOSEPH I. AGUJA, Petitioner, -versusCIVIL REGISTRAR GENERAL, NATIONAL STATISTICS OFFICE, MANILA AND LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR, TACLOBAN CITY, Respondents, x------------------x ORDER This is a verified Petition filed by Petitioner JOSEPH I. AGUJA praying for the cancellation and correction of the following entries in his Certificate of Live Birth with Registry No. 20004012, to wit: 1) The Annotation of Legitimation; 2) The name JOSEPH I. AGUJA be reverted back to JOSEPH ISIDRO; 3) The date of marriage of parents stated as July 23, 1998 be reverted to the previous as NOT STATED; and 4) The place of marriage of parents stated as Capoocan, Leyte be reverted to the previous as NOT STATED. The Court, finding the Petition to be sufficient in form and substance, hereby gives due course to the same.

WHEREFORE, notice is hereby given that

the above-entitled Petition is set for hearing on November 4, 2014 at 8:30 o’clock in the morning before this Court sitting at the Bulwagan ng Katarungan, Tacloban City.

The Civil Registrar of Tacloban City and any person having or claiming any interest under the entry whose cancellation or correction is sought may, within Fifteen (15) days from notice of the Petition, or from the last date of publication of such notice, file his opposition thereto.

Let a copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Leyte and the City of Tacloban for Three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the Petitioner.

Further, let a copy of this Order and the Petition with its annexes be furnished the Office of the Solicitor General, 134 Amorsolo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City, as well as Civil Registrar General, National Statistics Office, Manila, Local Civil Registrar, Tacloban City; and the Office of the City Prosecution, Tacloban City. Likewise, furnish a copy of this Order to the Petitioner and his counsel.

SO ORDERED. IN CHAMBERS this 18th day of July 2014, Regional Trial Court, Branch 43, Bulwagan ng Katarungan, Magsaysay Boulevard, Tacloban City.

(Sgd.) EVELYN P. RIÑOS-LESIGUES Presiding Judge EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 1117, & 18- 24, 2014

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late JUAN TILLADA re a parcel of an agricultural located in Ungale, Kawayan, Biliran denominated as survey No. 2036-P Lot No. 37 covered

by TD No. 00490 , containing an area of 0.710650 was settled among his heirs and sold in favor of NANCY TILLADADELLA PIETRA per Doc. No. 77; Page No. 15; Book No. 48; Series of 2013 of Notary Public Redentor C. Villordon. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Waiver of Rights NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the late RAUL S. PAJARON had left an account with Philippine National Bank (PNB), Palompon Branch, Palompon, Leyte, was settled among his heirs and waived in favor of MERGA C. PAJARON per Doc. No.20; Page No. 14; Book No. XLIV; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Donna Villa N. Gaspan-Cerna. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late PETRONILO BALZA re a parcel of land, situated at Brgy. Basud, Calbayog District, Calbayog City with Cadastral Lot NO. 5351-B, containing an area of 8,010 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01019-00435 was settled among his heirs and 120 sq. m. sold in favor of DENIS C. QUINTAS married to RICHIE A. QUINTAS per Doc. No. 124; Page No. 25; Book No. XXXV; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Alex R. Gelera.

EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late PETRONILO BALZA re parcel of land, situated at Brgy.

Basud, Calbayog District, Calbayog City with Cadastral Lot No. 5351-B, containing an area of 8,010 sq. m. under ARP No. 99-01019-00435 was settled among his heirs and 184 sq. m. sold in favor of RENAN B. ALQUICER married to RHODORA A. ALQUICER per Doc. No. 125; Pages No. 25; Book No. XXXV; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Alex R. Gelera.

EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Waiver and Quitclaim of a portion of Real Property NOTICE IS HEREBY given that the property of the late RAMONA DALINA re a parcel of Agricultural land situated at Brgy. Divinubo, Borongan City, Eastern Samar, covered by Cad-434-D, designated as Lot 20176, with Original Certificate of Title (OCT) No. P-12213, Tax Declaration No. 08-029-00208, containing an area of 657 sq.m. was settled among her heirs and 281 sq. m. waived in favor of Sps. EUGENE G. BEROS and ROWENA de GUZMAN – BEROS per Doc. No. 401; Page No. 82; Book No. XXIII; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Enrique C. Dala. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement and Partition with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late QUERUBIN LELIS and BASILISA LELIS re a parcel of land covered by Katibayan ng Orihinal na Titulo Blg. P-40630, designated as Lot No. 262, C-3, Cad. 566-D, situated at Brgy. San Juan, Hilongos, Leyte, with

an area of 7,023 sq. m. was settled and partitioned among their heirs and Lot No. 262-B with an area of 606 sq. m. sold in favor of MARISSA T. LELIS per Doc. No. 99; Page No. 20; Book No. VI; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Josenilo Marquez Reoma. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Extra-Judicial Settlement with Deed of Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY given that the property of the late MAMERTA LELIS re a parcel of land Lot No. 2138, containing an area of 1,893 sq. m. located in Barangay Lamak Hilongos Leyte , covered

by TD No. 1402100623- R13 and OCT No. P33664 was settled among her heirs and Lot NO. 2138-E with and area of 357 sq. m. sold in favor of SPS. MICHELLE C. GRABATO and MARK RYAN GRABATO per Doc. No. 168; Page No. 35; Book No. VIII; Series of 2013 of Notary Public Ma. Lourdes Madula-Vilbar. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement and Partition with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late RESTITUTA C. KIERULF re a parcel of land Lot 2, Block 1, Psd-74399, situated in District of Cogon Combado, Ormoc City, containing an area of 217 sq. m., covered

by TCT No. 11747 was settled among her heirs and sold in favor of MANCORS LIBERTY SUMMIT, INC. Represented by its Corporate Secretary EMMIE FAYE G. CHU per Doc. No. 145; Page No. 29; Book No. XLVI; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Aleah Rafel G. Bataan-Tolibao. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Special Power of Attorney NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the late GRACE D. PAGENTE had left an account with LandBank, Baybay Branch, Baybay City, Leyte with Saving Account No. 3571-0027-51 was settled among her heirs and DORIS B. DAGUING to be his lawful attorney-in-fact, to withdraw the amount from subject bank account and to cause the closure thereof per Doc. No. 473; Page No. 95; Book No. XL; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Ernesto M. Butawan. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Special Power of Attorney NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the late GRACE D. PAGENTE had left an account with Metro Bank, Baybay Branch, Baybay City, Leyte with Time Deposit CTD No. 0327843 was settled among her heirs and DORIS B. DAGUING to be his lawful attorney in-fact, to withdraw the amount from subject bank account and to cause the closure thereof per Doc. No. 472; Page No. 95; Book No. XL; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Ernesto M. Butawan. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late ROMUALDA MATUGUINA re a parcel of land consisting of ½ un-divided conjugal share of that certain real property situated in Brgy.

Liloan, Ormoc City, covered by OCT No. 0-476, Lot No. 11819 (before Lot No. 6434-B, Cad-7377) Cadastral Case No. 33, , L.R.C. Cadastral Record No. 1788, containing an area of 11,782 sq. m. ; Lot 6426-B, containing an area of 10,549 sq.

August 18-24, 2014

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province: Leyte City/Municipality: Palompon Republic of the Philippines) Palompon, Leyte )SS Petition No. CFN-0006-2014 PETITION FOR CHANGE OF FIRST NAME I, JOCELYN SANCHEZ OSBORNE, of legal age, Filipino, and a resident of Brgy. Tabunok, Palompon, Leyte after having been duly sworn to in accordance with law, hereby declare that: 1) I am the petitioner seeking the change of first name in: a) My Certificate of Live Birth 2) I was born on January 14, 1974 at Palompon, Leyte, Philippines 3) The birth was recorded under registry number 103 (C-74) 4) The first name to be changed is from JOCYEN to JOCELYN 5) The grounds for filing this petition are the following: b) I have habitually and continuously used JOCELYN and I publicly known in the community with that first name; 6) I submit the following documents to support this petition: a) Certificate of Live Birth (SECPA) / Certification of Baptism b) Joint Affidavit/DECS Form No. 137-E/ Diploma/Official Transcript c) Police Clearance/NBI Clearance/Affidavit/ Certificates/ of Records d) I.D. Cards/ Passport/ Marriage Certificate/ Driving Certificate e) Cert. of Baptism & Birth Certs. of my children f) Identification Certificate g) Oath of Allegiance h) Certificate of Naturalization i) Declaration of Real Property j) Notice of New Revised Assessments 7) I have not filed any similar petition and that, to the best of my knowledge, no other similar petition is pending with any LCRO, Court or Philippine Consulate.

8) I have no pending criminal, civil or administrative case in any court or any quasi-judicial body.

9) I am filing this petition at the LCRO of Palompon, Leyte in accordance with R.A. No. 9048 and its implementing rules and regulations.

(Sgd.) JOCELYN S. OSBORNE Petitioner VERIFICATION I, JOCELYN S. OSBORNE, the petitioner, hereby certify that the allegations herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

(Sgd.) JOCELYN S. OSBORNE Petitioner SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this 8th day of August, 2014 in the city/municipality of Palompon, Leyte petitioner exhibiting has Community Tax Certificate No. 09819754 issued at Palompon, Leyte on July 28, 2014.

(Sgd.) CARMELITA G. LODOVICA Municipal Civil Registrar Administering Officer EV Mail Aug. 11-17, & 18-24, 2014 m. ; and Lot 6417-A, Psd-08-002176, , containing an area of 12,726 sq. m. were settled among her heirs per Doc. No. 1; Page No. 61; Book No. XXVI; Series of 2001 of Notary Public Laureano Suan. EV Mail Aug. 11-17, 18- 24, & 25- 31, 2014 Deed of Extrajudicial Partition with Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late ZOSIMA S. CAPAROSO re a parcel of land Lot No. 80306, TCT No. 29736 located now in barrio Catmon, Ormoc City, containing an area of 23,032 sq. m. was partitioned among her heirs and 20,000 sq. m. sold in favor of RONIE R. VINLUAN per Doc. No. 12065; Page No. 36; Book No. LXXXVII; Series of 2011 of Notary Public Demosthenes F. Tugonon. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement with Deed of Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late CLARA SABANDEJA re a parcel of Agricultural Land designated as Cadastral Lot No. 5981, situated in Barangay Catmon, Ormoc City, Leyte, covered by TD No. 00018- 00082-R-10 , containing an area of 34,346 sq. m. under TCT No. P-23629 was settled among her heirs and sold in favor of RONIE R. VINLUAN per Doc. No.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC CFN CCE-0052-2014 R.A 10172 DATE: August 9, 2014 In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is hereby served to the public that RODULFO ASAYAS ORBETA has filed with this Name of Document Owner Office, a petition for correction of entry in child’s and father’s last name from “ORBITA” to “ORBETA” and correction of entry in the child’s date of birth from “JANUARY 2, 1954” to “JANUARY 26, 1954” in the certificate of live birth of Rodulfo Orbita at Palompon, Leyte and whose parents are Guillermo Orbita and Susana Asayas.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later that August 18, 2014.

(Sgd.) CARMELITA G. LODOVICA MCR EV Mail August 11-17 & 18-24, 2014

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Republic of the Philippines Province of Leyte Municipality of Villaba OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC August 11, 2014 CCE-33-2014 R.A. 10172 In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JERALDIN NAVARRO has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of child’s gender from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the certificate of live birth of JERALDIN NAVARRO at Villaba, Leyte and whose mother is ROSARIO L. NAVARRO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than August 12, 2014.

(Sgd.) ENGR. MEDALLO V. PUNONG MCR EV Mail Aug. 18-24, & 25- 31, 2014 841; Page No. 85; Book No. XXVI; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Lemuel Jan M. Nerves . EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014 Extrajudicial Settlement NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the real properties of the late EVARISTO S. FACTURA re a parcel of land TCT No. 37114- Lot No. 11962-A-2-F-3, Psd-08-006023, situated in Barrio Cogon, Ormoc City, containing an area of 223 sq. m. ; TCT No. 33487- Lot No. 5737-B-2, Psd-08-010650-D, situated in Barrio Salvacion, Ormoc City, containing an area of 500 sq. m. ; TCT No. 33150Lot No. 1-D-7-B, Psd-08-010340-D, situated in the Barrio of Talisayan, Albuera, Leyte , containing an area of 427 sq. m. ; TCT no. 33151 – Lot No. 1-D-7-D, Psd-08-010340, containing an area of 103 sq. m. ; and TCT no. 42266 – Lot No. 7489-C-8-A-1, Psd-08-016845-D, situated in Brgy. Milagro, Ormoc City, containing an area of 1,300 sq. m. were settled among his heirs per Doc. No. 202; Page No. 41; Book No. VI; Series of 2014 of Notary Public Randolph P. Baquiano.

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Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT Eight Judicial Region Regional Trial Court Branch 17 Palompon, Leyte SP. PROC. CASE NO. R-PAL-14-0405-SP IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF MINOR , MITCH D. ROCA WITH APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME FROM “MITCH D. ROCA” TO “MARIE ESTRELLA S. SELZER” SPS. PAUL GEORG SELZER and MARIE GRACE SELZER Petitioner, ORDER A verified petition for Adoption of MITCH D. ROCA, has been filed with this Court by the petitioners Spouses Paul Georg Selzer and Marie Grace S. Selzer, through their counsel, Atty. Lloyd P. Surigao, praying that after due publication, notice and hearing, judgment be rendered: 1.) To order a decree of formal judicial adoption of minor Mitch Roca by petitioners; 2) To order the termination of the parental authority of the natural parents over the herein minor and vest said authority unto the petitioners; 3) To bestow upon the adopted all the rights and privileges of legitimate children in their relation to the petitioners; 4.) To order change the name of minor, from Mitch Roca to Marie Estrella S. Selzer; 5 To order the due recording hereof in the Office of the Local Civil Registrar of Palompon Leyte and to issue an Order in accordance with Section 16 of the Rule on Adoption (A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC).

As the petitioner appears to be sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby set for initial hearing, pursuant to Section 4, Rule 108 of the Rules of Court and Sec. 12 of A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC on October 6, 2014 at 8:30 o’clock in the morning at the Hall of Justice, Regional Trial Court, Branch 17, Palompon, Leyte at which date, time and place, any person may appear and show cause, if any why the petition should not be granted.

Let a copy of this Order be published at the expense of the petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Leyte, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, with the last publication to be made at least one week prior to the date set for initial hearing.

Furnish copies of the petition and of this Order to the office of the Solicitor General, and the Department of Social Welfare and Development of Ormoc, City which is hereby ordered to conduct and submit a case study of the child to be adopted, the natural parents and the adopting parents. Furnish also a copy of this Order to the Office of the Civil Registrar of Palompon, Leyte, Office of the Provincial Prosecutor, Atty. Lloyd P. Surigao and the petitioners.

SO ORDERED. Given in Chambers this 30th day of July, 2014 at the Hall of Justice of Palompon, Leyte, Philippines.

(Sgd.) MARIO O. QUINIT Presiding Judge Copy furnished: 1. Atty. Lloyd P. Surigao – Palompon, Leyte 2. The Office of the Solicitor General 3. Office of the Provincial Prosecutor 4. The Chief, DSWD, Ormoc City 5. The Office of the Local Civil Registrar of Palompon, Leyte 6. Sps. Paul Georg Selzer and Marie Grace S. Selzer- Brgy. San Isidro, Palompon, Leyte 7. EV Mail – Ormoc 8. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31, September 1-7, 2014

Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement with Absolute Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the property of the late ARISTON BIBERA re a parcel of an Agricultural land situated at Brgy. Alejos, Bato, Leyte under TD No. 020600700058 with Cad. Lot No. 2160 containing an area of .4507 has was settled among his heirs and sold in favor of DARA JANE KUIZON per Doc. No. 844; Page No. 70; Book No. 15; Series of 2005 of Notary Public Rico E. Aureo. EV Mail Aug. 18-24, 25-31 & Sept.1 – 7, 2014

Erratum:

The Extrajudicial Settlement and Partition below was inadvertently ommitted from printing on its second issue (EV Mail August 11-17). Hence we are publishing it herewith as its second issue and next week as its third, to complete the requirement of the law. Take note of the corresponding adjustments to the dates. Our apology.

Extrajudicial Settlement and Partition NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the properties of the late MENESIO C. CABI and JULIANA TAGENIS re parcels of land lot 6225E-18, Psd-08-004689 (OLT), situated at Barangay Curva, Ormoc City, containing an area of 11,177 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2520; Lot 6225-F-1, Psd-08-004657 (OLT), containing an area of 2,273 sq.m. covered by TCT No. 2431 ; Lot 6225-E-19, Psd-08-004689 (OLT) , containing an area of 199 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2525; and Lot 6225-E-1, Psd-08-004689, containing an area of 6,086 sq. m. covered by TCT No. 2504 were settled and partitioned among their heirs per Doc. No. 109; Page No. 22; Book No. CCXLVIII; Series of 2013 of Notary Public Nicolas Maglasang. EV Mail Aug. 4-10, 11-17 (18-24), & 18-24 ((25-31), 2014

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Name of Child: Date & Time Found: Place Found:

Age of :

KEATHE AYOSTE May 12, 2012 & 5:30 p.m.

Manuel B. Veloso Memorial Hospital, Palompon, Leyte 4 days old

Any interested parties or relatives may contact:

Ma. Genevieve B. Rosales

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Contact # (053) 255-7762; 651-9190; 0921-571-6431 or

Mrs. Raquel B. Moralde SWO II, Department of Social Welfare & Development Ormoc City Tel # (053) 255-4484

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