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ATtNEODE DAVAO
PAKSA:
Pagsisikap
ay Pag-unlad
ff
Tayo Ay Dabawenyo
ot DAVAO
Tanggapan ng Pangulo ng Piliptnas
(Office of the President of the Philippines
Malacahang
Manila
COLLEGE 1 'n!5
^TF^^]E0 0e OAV>
ej^uo ay ^Dabawewyo
Sa dakong timog ng Mindanaw
May isang lungsod na hinirang
Ang likas niyang kayamanan
Ay walang kapantay.
Mga bundok, dagat, lupain
Laging sagana sa pagkain
At ang magagandang tanawin
Kadluan ng aliw.
Mutyang Lungsod ng Dabaw
Sa iyong paglalakbay
Sa mithing kaunlaran
Ikaw ay paglilingkuran
I am pleased to join the
well-wishers of
Davao City on the occasion of the 47th anni
versary of its founding, aptly called "Araw Ng
Dabaw", by extending my heartfelt greetings
to all the people of the city, and to their of
ficials, and my warmest congratulations for
the continuing growth and progress of the area.
'M*X'
iVx'j
Indeed, the progress of Davao City has been
rto less than phenomenal and I attribute this
to the visionaries of that city, both in the public
Tayo ay Dabawenyo
Na tapat at totoo
Pangarap ay matamo
and private sectors. I am
certain that with the
continuing unity, cooperation and common pur
pose of the people of Davao City, your future
will be assured of many more achievements.
To this end, I extend my very best wishes.
Kaluwalhatian mo
Lungsod na paraiso!
President of the Philippines
•v.*
•I"**!
>!'•!
M
i
Republic of the Philippines
City of Davao
Office of the City Mayor
Dabawenyo and a Kiwanian,nafelt greatly honored to be called
turally
upon by the Honorable Mayor Ellas B.
Lopez of Davao City for Kiwanis to cosponsor with the City Government and the
Ministry of Education Culture and Sports
the weekiong celebration of the 47th
Araw Ng Dabaw. To us Kiwanians, this
MESSAGE
We'celebrate the
47th foundation day anniversary of
our beloved City of Davao with a theme appropriate and
is
relevant to the challenge of the times . . . "Ang Pagslsikap Ay Pag-unlad".
As a community which rose from humble beginnings to
what it Is today, the metropolis of souther Philippines, we
are proud to say that oui progress and development was
recognition
of
the
City
Government
administrators
of
our
humble
contribu
chosen
as
a
co-
and Sports for this year's celebration of
"Araw Ng Dabaw" on the occasion of
ment functions and to the community.
the 47th foundation
AY KAUNLARAN"— is a relevant to the
the pioneers and settlers of this city.
honored to be
sponsor together with the City Govern
ment and Ministry of Education, Culture
tions and participations in various govern
For this year's theme —*PAGSISIKAP
mainly due to the spirit of self-reliance which animated
The Kiwanis Clubs in Davao City are
indeed
times
as
it
is
attuned
to 'the
Kiwanis
anniversary
beloved city.
As Dabawenyos, we
the
of
our
Kiwanians
heights of achievement In the process of building a com
munity in which he, his family and his neighbors can
The necessity of seeking progress through
are proud and happy to have contributed
In our own humble way towards itsgrowth
and progress. We pledge to continue to
continuous struggle
live in peace and with just pride.
exert
not be overlooked
Today, this pioneering spirit is once more put to the
test, as economic adversity confronts our country and
emphasized, and
people .
giving its share along this premise, as it
In behalf of Kiwanis International, I
extend my best wishes to all the people
has, in its own quiet way, strove in the
of Davao City and pray that the Almighty
past.
will continue to bless and guide us in all
our undertakings.
This year's "Araw ng Dabaw" is therefore a celebra
tion of that indomitable spirit which moved our people to
international rnotto which is*WE BUiLD^f
but I am certain that we, the Dabawenyos,
will again rise equal to the situation as we strive together,
united in a noble goal
—
the
welfare and
well-being of
these
Kiwanis
times
not
takes
can
be over
pride in
May the festivities of this foundation
anniversary be an occasion for unity for
our beloved city.
Beneath and beyond the joy and gaiety of our celebra
more
efforts
to
help
make
our
community a better place to live in.
MABUHAY!
peace among our people under and at
tion, "Araw ng Dabaw" should be an enduring symbol of
a people joined by a common destiny, Inspired by a sin
gle dream as they struggle for brighter tomorrows in
mosphere of understanding and goodwill.
RODOLFCrP. PIMENTEL
In behalf of the Kiwanis clubs in the
City-Kiwanis Club
this land of fulfillment.
With my best wishes to all for a
at
and can
ingful ceiebra-
tion.
ELIAS
of Davao City, Inc.,
Governo^Phillppine South District
Kiwanis Club of Timog Dabaw, Kiwanis
-'Kiwanis International •
Club of Jade K, Kiwanis Club of Metro
Davao and Kiwanis Club of Golden K-, I
wish to join the people in saying "MABU-
Co-Executive Vice-Chairman
ARAW NG DABAW '84
HAY ang LUNGSOD NG DABAW."
City Mayor
Godspeed.
CEREAL T. SABAY
MESSAGE
Lt. Governor
On March 16, 1984, the City of Davao wilt mark the
47tn Foundation Anniversary of its charter and, by nature
and tradition, the annual observance has always been
occasioned by a city-wide celebration geared to under
score a sense of unity and pride among a community of
people residing not only in our city's urban centers, but
4
also among our rural historic hinteriands.
As an active participant on these occasions, having
been the Executive Vice-Chairman of the AriAW NG
DABAW Executive Committee for two consecutive years,
I extend the good wishes of the Schools
Division of Davao City on this significant
occasion, the
47th Anniversary of our
I have witnessed and fully appreciated the collective
efforts of Dabawenyos in making this event truly meaningful.
,
.
It is only fitting therefore that on such historic day,
we give pause to our ordinary endeavors and reflect on
the significance of our city's foundation anniversary,
counting the blessings which this bountiful and resplen en
land has bestowed upon each and every one of us.
In recognition of the efforts of all those who in one
way or another contributed in making this year's Anniver
sary Celebration a very successful one, I wish to exten
to be one of the co-sponsors in th^TtK
Araw ng Dabaw celebration.
Our theme for this year*'s celehrof
and we in the school system are proud
to have contributed in our own humble
"PAGSISIKAP AY PAG-uNLAD"
timely one. So may we invite
ways to Its development.
to make it our lifetime theme
best
ment and the Kiwanis for
whole world.
a
common
operation in the pursuit of the theme of
the progress of ouo* people and our City and 9'^®
meaning to the thZe: "PAGSISIKAP AY PAG-UNLAD .
this
celebration
—
Pagsisikap
ay
Pag-
and
most
progressive
mt,
^
To all our fellow Dabawenyos
CECILIA O. QUINTILLAN
Schools Division Superintendent
Executive Vice-Chairman
<r>
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we
pray and wish you ail more nm'"
'
Again, to you all - MABUHayT'
unlad.
LNGR. VICENTE M. ALB^Y
®
can make our beloved DavaO^^p^^^^
nity to work closely with the City Govern
purpose, that of fostering unity and co
or
The Davao City Public School Teachpr^
Association (DCPSTA) is greatly hnn ®
city. The growth and progress of the
City of Davao is considered phenomenal
We are honored to have the opportu
my sincerest appreciation and thanks.
Fellow Dabawenyos, let's all continue to strive
C^essag
JUANnO C. TAYAO
OOPS I A President
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A city that hassurvived through
the centuries does not have
to struggle for an identity, its
own history breathes with myth and
legend, its moss-covered churches and
ancient battlements are mute but
eloquent witnesses to the grandeur
of its past and also, perhaps, to the
f
chaos of its present.
But to a young city, still in its
formative years, like the City of
Davao, it is not easy to at once attain
the legendary status of Cebu, Manila
or Zamboanga whose histories are
replete with romance and legends
about heroes, kings and rajahs, con-
resumes with greater enthusiasm.
This year's celebration will be
quistadores and warrior-missionaries.
The first celebration was the 31st
marked with added significance con
But the beginnings of a city,
which has barely reached its 46th
anniversary of the foundation of
Davao City. Henceforth, every March
1 6 of each year is celebrated with
appropriate week-long festivities, cul
minating on the last day which is
usually proclaimed a special public
holiday for the people of Davao
sidering Davao City's emerging im
year of existence,is almost within the
living memory of Its pioneer inha
bitants although it is already a misty
past to the vast number of recent
settlers
veritable
who
have transformed this
wilderness
into
a
metro-
City.
portance as the regional center of
Southeastern Mindanao. The pro
gram of activities has more variety
as indicated by the number of events
ana various aspects
It will be the occasion for assess-
ing and demonstrating Davao City's
capacity for growth • and progress
along economic, industrial, social
and cultural endeavors encompassed
Significance of
Araw ng Dabaw
polis of the south.
Against the backdrop of constant
population influx and the diversity
of the origins of its residents, it is
perhaps quite understandable why
Davao City should strive harder to
attain unity and cohesion and there
by estabhsh, down through the
years, an identity distinctly its own.
This drive towards a cultural
identity of its own started quite late.
It begun when the incumbent mayor,
Elias B. Lopez, first won the city
within its 46th years of existence
within its 244,000 hectares of terri
torial jurisdiction — probably the
largest in the world.
But then one cannot talk of a city
and its progress, simply by citing
figures and statistics. One has to feel
the throb of the community, the
heartbeat of its people and see, with
the vision of Its pioneers, the future
rising from this conglomeration of
modern Filipinos — working together
to achieve a common destiny.
If by celebrating "Araw Ng
Dabaw" once a year makes a citizen
feel proud of being a Dabawenyo and a Filipino - then everything is
worth-the effort. For it is here, more
than anywhere else in this country
where dreams are transformed tc
reality.
C
mayorship fifteen years ago when
the ideas was originally conceived
"Commercial and trade center
for the annual celebration of '*Araw
Ng Dabaw." And now that he is back
stress on business and economics".
as City Mayor, the celebration also
like Davao City necessarily lays
Datu Bago
Awardees
DATU BAGO AWARDS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
for 1984
Out of 13
nominees for
tlMs year's Datu Bago Award,
two were chosen by the Board
of Trustees chaired by Judge
Milagros C. Nartatez of
the
Regional Trial Court.
Rev. Paul Guilbault,P.M.E
and the late Esperanza Santos
(posthumous) .^are
the
Miss Esperanza T. Santos
(Posthumous)
Rev. Paul Guilbault, p.m.e.
For Youth Development
For Humanitarian Service
1984
Datu Bago awardees for youth
development and
humanitarian
service, respectively. They are
guished public officials
known politicians.
given the distinctive awards
for exemplary service to the
community in their fieldsof
minated this year should renominated
in
the
coming
years
endeavor.
The
Board
of
Trustees'
'decision
was
based,
after
careful
evaluation,
on
the
Information gathered from an
individual
or
nominating
board
can
an
the
not
nominees,
awardees.The
select
Judge
its
own
Nartatez
were
other
deser
ving nominees, it was learned,
but
decision
avoid
to
the
of
the
was
pol itical
election
nominees
deferred to
are
Most
distin-
had
sidered
for
Award,
according
and
vice,
nominees
humanitarian
should
ser
have
also contributed to the growth
of
Datu
Bago
art,education, leadership
to
Judge
Nomination is open to
persons, living or dead,
of all
ment
con
be
national ities, who
have
resided in Davao City for at
least 10 years and to all
the
city
in
the field
of
and
volunteerlsm.
The Datu Bago award was
conceived by Mayor Ellas B.
Lopez during his first term
as city executive in 1969..
which have
The first group of awardees
were:
Tomas
Monteverde;
Francisco Villa-Abrille; Mau
been in existence in the city
for at least 10 years too.
rice Michaud; Antonio T.Uy;
Antonio Floirendo; ■ and Guil-
lawful
institutions
"So far
as
a
was
school
no institution such
or
nominated
Mayor ELIAS B. LOPEZ judge Mil AGROS C. NARTATEZ
Aside from youth develop
no
Nartatez.
all
Nartatez
year)
would
the
Bago award, "Judge
observed.
been
(non-election
they
undertone due
season.
who
so that
institution
said.
There
Those
and
a
civic
club
for
the
Datu
lermo
Torres.
(by
liiRiB
fc '"xyr i
^
Judge AIDAGIL DAMAST) Fr. EMETERIO BARCELON,S.j.Dr. JULIAN RODRIGUEZ
bong s.
^
Atty. CESAR R. NUNEZ
PastDatu Bago Aweirdees
dizon)
1969:
Tomas Monteverde
1973:
Lourdes Cura Solis
Francisco Villa-Abrille
Ramon Basa
1980:
Rosa Santos Munda
Maurice Michaud
Enrique Fernandez
1981:
Antonio T. Uy
Juan V. Faune
Msgr. Antonio LI. Mabutas, DD
Antonio Floirendo
Guillermo Torres
1970:
Desiderio Dalisay
1982:
1974:
Simeon 2ind Margarito Marfori Miguel Varela, S.J.
Julian Rodriguez, Sr.
Antonio Floirendo
Lorenzo Sarmiento
1975:
Aida Rivera Ford
Felicidad C. Santos
Pedro O. Sanvicente
Clovis Thibault
Baldomera Sexon
Carlos Millete
Romualdo C. Quimpo
Pantaleon A. Pelayo, Sr.
Conrado Alcantara
1976:
Jesus T. dela Paz
Jose J. Domingo
Concepcion de Asis
1971:
1977:
Aity. Jesus Dureza
Concepcion Sarenas
Isidro Marfori
Vicente Tionko
Cesar R, Nunez
Sebastian Gruzada
Soledad Duterie
Mrs. Edna T. Kimpo
1983;
1972:
1978:
Mrs. Carmen Soriano
Alberto Montemayor
Lt- Cipriano Villafuerte, Sr.
(posthumous)
1979:
"MUTYA NG DABAW" '84 15 SEMI-FINALISTS
1ST SCRf
1984 Mutya ng Dabaw
"Mutya"
FINALISTS
rageant
i
Who's The Fairest
i
vV"
JESUSA CACNIO
The holding of beauty pageant
in the barangays and on campuses
has always been a crowd pleaser.
JOSITA MASCARDO
Talented
much
coveted
beauties
title
vie
of
for
the
the
"most
beautiful girl in her place" to the
delight of male and female, young
and old audience.
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What's in the beauty contest?
Constestants say that "there is an
opportunity to meet various kmds
of people and to see places with
special warm welcome".
LEILA MANREAL
CAROLINE
PASTORIZA
This year's celebration of the
MARIBEL CGSSID
"Araw
ng
Dabaw", there
are
29
candidates for "Mutya ng Dabaw".
On March 4, the "Mutya" committee
headed by Judge Magno Cruz an
nounced the five finalists during a
selection held at the Cuison Hotel,
namely: Maribel
Pastoriza; Josita
k:
Cossid: Caroline
Mascardo; Jesusa
Cacnio; and Leila Manreal .
There were 15 semi-finalists
before the five
beauties
lected: Leila
Manreal;
Lazo;
Mascardo;
Josita
were
se
Uroicisema
Annabelle
ft*
Antolin; Patricia
V^illamor; Josie
Alcazaren; Eva Gamad; Jesusa Cacnio;
Venus Theresa Lomantas; Maribel
1) Leila Manreal
Cossid;
2) Uroicisema Lazo
Ma.
Christina
Mangahas;
Faith Loren Pamalias; Meliza Agonia;
Caroline Pastoriza; and Cheryl Anne
3) Jusita Mascardo
4) Annabelle Antolin
on their talents and beautiful fea-
5) Patricia Villamor
6) Josie Alcazaren
7) Eva Gamad
tur«.
8) Jesusa Cacnio
Mangune.
Primarily, they were chosen based
Tlieresa Lomantas
10) Maribel Cossid
11) Ma. Christina Mangahas
12) Faith Loren Pamalias
13) Meliza Agonia
14) Caroline Pastoriza
15) Cheryl Anne Mangime
«y|!fesfBeautifulBarangagf Giti
By: Cecile V. San Pedro
ThisQuestproject
is named
for the Most
"the
Beautiful Barangay
Davao City". This
Qirl of
is an
d. The Barangay Secretariat
through an organized
Quest Powerhouse will
handle the Quest on the
annual
undertaking
which
primarily aims to promote
largest scope that is the
Davao City level which
starts from the Quarter
finals, then to the SemiFinals, and the Finals.
goodwill, camaraderie among
youth and aesthetics in the
comrnunity.
activity, the
A
month-long
Quest
termi
nates during the celebration
of Araw ng Dabaw,
Participation. Each Ba
rangay in (ppblacion & rural
areas) Davao City is entitled
to one entry in the Quest
provided however that said
entry meets the following
requirements:
Beautiful Barangay
Girl of
Davao City which definitely
will be evaluated by
an
independent Board of Judges
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES-
old;
b. Stands barefoot no less
than 152 cm (5 feet);
c. Single never been a mo
ther; of good moral cha
racter; and
d. Must have residing in the
barangay she represents
for at least 6 months
by March 1984.
Coordinating Body. This
Quest Project will have a
committee (per level) which
handles
coordination
and
implementation of the Quest
rules and mechanics such as:
points (this
refers
to
the physical beauty assets
of the girl, her body bearing
is included)
(Charm of her looks is also
included under Physical At
tributes)
VALUETIDE
- 20 points
(this means values & atti
tudes; this refers to her
outlook in life, her valuing
of things, and her reactions
ro situations)
INTELLIGENCE - 20 points
(this refers to
her
wit
Araw Guest Speaker
her
wholistic
intelligence
and awareness or sensitivity
to things around which could
be measured among others
through her ability to comunicate; also
considered:
her sharpness or smartness
in answering questions)
POTENTIALS - 20 points
(this
The Quest Criteria. The
bases in selecting the Most
40
a. Neither younger than 15
nor older than 24 years
Judge Pedro C.Quitain
of Davao City
includes
her
skills
either
in
acting,
painting,
singing,
sketching, dancing, elocution,
darning or with any of her
available skill/s expressing
her talents; this refers also
to the girl's self-manifes
tation
of
barangganic
involvement
or
Mayor Elias B. Lopez. Former respectively.
Mayor Rodolfo B. Sarenas and
skills,
talents,
and
involvement
to things development; how
she impresses with her au
thentic
development;
how
she impresses with her au
thentic
Quitain is the third invited mentary studies at the Davao
speaker in the Araw ng Dabaw City High School and Davao
Elementary
School,
during the second term of City Central
in
community
endeavors for the betterment
of life)
Judge
This year's keynote speaker
of the 47th Araw ng Dabaw
celebration is a former city
councilor four decades ago and
has been a law practitioner
since 1939.
Lawyer Pedro C. Quitain
will speak before the city go
vernment officials and emplo
yees, barangay leaders from
the different districts, farmers,
workers,
professionals,
and
students on March 16, the cul
mination day of the week-long
activities of "Araw ng Dabaw".
Dominador
Quitain, 72, was inducted
Zuno
were as a member of the Rotary
guests during the founding an Club in 1947. He was the past
niversary in 1982 and 1983, president of the Davao Lawyers
League and the Davao charter
respectively.
He was the dean of the commander of the Order of
College of Law at the Uni the Knights of Rizal.
Though he was born in Baversity
of
Mindanao
from
1948 to 1971 and was a former
judge
of
the
Court
Instance of Masbate.
of
tangas, he has been here. since
First child. He is married to Patro-
cinio Vega, also a lawyer, and
Quitain, who has 3 sons who a retired head of the Register
are all lawyers, was admitted of Deeds of Davao City. They
to the bar in 1948 after he have six children: Jess, J. Meltook up Bachelor of Law at chor, Jaime (all lawyers), Pedro,
Far
Eastern
University. He Patricia and Ray.
finished his secondary and ele
■
and
19 8 4
PAKSA:
u
■ ■KI{PAy/\Pf\l\NM
a. A purok in the barangay
- V KMNUUm'
Will have to organize a
group which will handle
the Quest for the purok
girl;
b. A barangay in the District
will have to organize a
group which will handle
the Quest for the baran
gay girl;
SUii
c. A district in the poblacion
and the rural will have to
organize its own work
group for the conduct
of the Quest for the
3 Most Beautiful Girls
of the District.
I ; i
ARAW NG DABAW
March 16, 1984
MARCH^^p84
Morning
4:00
- DIANA
2;30
AROUND THE CITY
In-Charge: Mr. Guillermo Anajao
PROCL.AMATION OF DmWAGO AWARDEES
Kwn.Jerry T. Qrandea
RADIO
PROGRAM
Theme: "ANG LUNSOD NG DABAW: NOON
s NGAYON AT SA HINAHARAP".
Speaker: Kwn.
1. Pambansang Awit ..
Radio Station: MBS-DXRP
Time Slot
: 20
minutes
6:00
Conducting
. , Msgr. Patricio H. .Alo,n.D,
Auxiliary Bishop of Davao
2. Invocation
a.m.
3. Opening Remarks
Over-al l In-charge: KWN. CEREAL T. SABAY
CHURCH
Mr. Juan Badilla
Rodolfo P. PImentel
SERVICES
)V. Rodolfo P. PimenteljPSD Ki
Executive Co-Vice Chairman
i«' « I
4. Choral Number
In-Charge: Atty. Blasito E. Angeles
Kwn.Jose Isidro
Mrs. Eflgenia C, Rivas
6:30 - CIVIC
\\ .1 ',K \
Choral Group Conte.s:t
tu Bago Awards '84
AND MILITARY PARADE
.t( r
.. Honi Milagro.s C. Nartatez
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Accompanying bands:
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UM, DCHS. MATS, RMC,IHU, AGRO, RMC Drums
and Bugle Corps, Buhangin Barangay High School,
Sta. Ana Elem. School Drums and Bugle Corps.
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in-Charge: Col. Geronlmo Valderrama
Atty. Patrlcio Calolot
Kwn. Silvino L. Presto
Maj. Benito Pesic
7.00
DISPLAY OF FLAGS in private/government buildings
8.00 - ^^^j^gil^^^^WlNUTES BLOWING OF HORNS, BELLS
11:00
-
PARACHUTE DIVING EXHIBITION BY AFP Contingent
Ki • p
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reduction of the Guest Speaker
9. Choral Number
2:00 - LITERARY-Musipa. r.
DSICAL PROGRAM at Rizal Park
n-Charge; Mrs. Emerita A. Rodriguez
10. Closing Remarks .
Kwn. Godofredo C. Elayda
3:00 - DATU BAGO AWARDS
11. Annountement of Winners
ana
and Awarding of Prices
^
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Parade Parm
Parni ipauon Si Moats
Venue: Rizai pgri^
In-Charge: Hon
ui
Atty-^
Cesar
R,Nartatez
Nunez
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Philippine Marines
Afternoon
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8, Address of CiUCsl Speaker , ,
In-Charge: Maj. Librado Ladia
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K.M.I
ommittee
Lf , ,
. Judge Pedro Quuain, Sr.
hormor Ciiy Councilor
. PGhA CHORAL GROUP
City kiovernmeni of Davao
,.. Hon. Elias B. Uopez
Mayor. City of Davab
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Chairman, fioard of Jtidges
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Davao City:
southern art that always enchant
Pilipinos and foreigners alike.
Davao principal Industries are as
follows, bananas, copra, rice, corn,
fishing, ramie, logging and mining.
"Davao City is the sum
totai of an idyiiic pano-
DIALECTS SPOKEN
ratna of southern cuiture
"With practically un
tapped naturalresources,
Davao City has vast
potential for development
and vaster area forexpan
and art that aiways
enchant Fiiipinos and
n.b. Mother tongue of the popula
tion* (dialect) Spoken by a person
foreigners aiike."
In his earliest childhood.
Percent
Mother Tongue
Ethnic Origin
Cebuano
any dialects in the Philippines, and
for sure you can hear it in Davao.
'ncidentally, because of this mar-
Davaoeno
1.26
Tagacaolo
2.38
velojjs
Bilaan
1.67
®thriic groups in the country. Name
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The history of Davao is brief but
enchanting, it harks back to the pri
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mixture
of the country's
llocano
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Waray
0.55
Manobo
2.15
1.91
dan^-s of the pioneer families, the
orjgjrial
Others
wars, drum-beats and ritual fires
gf'Oijps, together they changed the
face of Davao City overnight — from
virgin land, which according to some
Davao - from "daba-daba," meaning
compared to historic Philippine cities
like Cebu, lloilo and Manila. By an
act of the Phil, legislature, the City
of Davao was officially born on
March 1, 1937. The Charter of
Davao City was fathered by Assem
blyman Romualdo Quimpo and
signed into law by Pres. Manuel L.
Quezon.
Since fourteen years ago, the
foundation day of Davao City is
annually celebrated with appropriate
weeklong festivities culminating on
March 16. The yearly celebration of
"Araw ng Dabaw." was begun in
1968 during the first term of Major
and
the
Muslim
to ^ bustling cosmopolitan center
Total
pine are projecting their own identi
ty as "Dabawenyos."
-pioneers, the "Premier City of Min
danao."
As a city, this rapidly burgeoning
When the province of Davao was
trade center of Mindanao is forty divided into three provinces last
five years old this year. Rising from 1967, Davao City assumed a stature
the chaos and rubble of World War of its own as a charter city, proud of
II, Davao City emerged liberated its past, involved in its present and
LjRewise, Davao is aptly consi-
dere^j the "Deep South" of the
Phijjppines. For truly it is because
100.00%
pelago, just one hour and thirty* Data obtained from "Statistical
Variable"; Regional Quarterly Pub
from
tics, Davao City
Manila. This southern metro
politan center is approximately 7
degrees North and 125 and 30 mi
nutes East.
Geographical Description:
whi| . Davao is a progressive commer
Davao City is located in south
cial^ industrial and agricultural
eastern part of Mindanao, the second
cent r, it is the sum total of an idyl- largest island of the Philippine architi^fiorama of southern culture and
(it was once called "Davao-ku"
Davao City and the three pro
during the Japanese regime) and vinces of del Sur, del Norte and
steadily forged ahead during the Oriental that all carry the name
post-independence years until today "Davao" are melting pots of all the
when it is called, to the pride of its
It is bounded on the north by the
municipality of Kapalong, Davao del
Norte; on the northeast by Panabo
and Asuncion towns, also of North
Davao; on the east by Davao Gulf;
on the south by Sta. Cruz munici
pality of Davao del Sur; on the
northwest by the province of North
Cotabato and on its northwestern
tip, it touches the province of
Bukldnon.
Davao
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"Name any dialect In the Philippines, and for sure you
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minutes by commercial jet planes
from Japanese economic dominance confident of the future.
Ellas B. Lopez, a pure Bagobo native,
and continued by then Mayor Luis can hear It In Davao."
T. Santos, and now festive event
whereby the diverse people of this
"Melting Pot" of Southern Philip-
f
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2.04
populated by over 800,000 people. lication, National Xlensus & Statis
a region of fire.
But this city is relatively young
tribes
town near mangrove swamps
sources, gave origin to the word
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different ethnic groups, Davao is
meval past and brings to mind tribal
along the river banks traversing its
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appropriately called "Instant Philip
pines."
^1^xing with "natives," descen-
Maguindanao
Mandaya
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Tagalog
Hiligaynon
Bagobo, Guianga
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City
shares a common
rapid economic growth and popula
tion influx. This city Is also known
Places of Interest
as the "melting pot" of the south
because people from other places
keep coming to settle down here.
"The world's largest city area-wise, Davao is a thriving
The last national census of 1976
trade center in Mindanao where much of the nation's
placed Davao City's population at
undeveloped natural resources are located."
800 thousand. But every year saw
from typhoons spawned in the Pa
city's inhabitants are migrants from
other places in the Philippines with
boundary with four provinces of
cific, which frequently wreak havoc
the Cebuano-speaking Visayans as
Mindanao, and it is barely a hundred
in other Philippine regions, Davao
City enjoys fair weather throughout
the year, with no pronounced rainy
the dominant number. But from
of other tropical cities. Shielded
kilometers northward from another
one, the province of Agusan on its
southern-most corner. This city, or dry season.
shares the peaks of Mt. Ape, the
Amazingly, Davao City seems to
highest in the Philippines.(9,787 ft.), have magically regulated its rainfall
with Davao del Sur and Cotabato
— which almost always comes during
province.
night.. Fanned by cool breezes from
It's no wonder that it has the dis
tinction of being "the biggest city in
the world," in point of area - which
is 244,005 hectares of sprawling
the big Davao river, Davao City com
bines the ideal of a tropical paradise
with big city convenience.
Light clothes are advisable for
visitors, although evening wear for
land and even virgin forests and un
explored areas. This vast territorial formal occasions needs a coat or
jurisdiction was acquired when the Barong Tagalog for men. For ladies,
former municipality of Davao were casual wear is practical and com
incorporated in the city charter to fortable.
compose the new City of Davao.
With practically untapped natural Population Growth
resources awaiting in its forests,
rivers and waterfalls and mineral
Davao City is known as the
deposits, Davao City has vast poten "fastest growing city in the Philip
tials for development and vaster area pines." This is mainly due to its
for expansion.
Classification of the Land Area
^ b) Forest land — 117,409 has.
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Climatic Conditions
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The visitor to Davao City will
: find a mild and pleasant climate
compared to the heat and humidity
Mixing with the "natives," des
cendants of the pioneer families, and
the aboriginal tribes as Bagobos and
the Muslim groups, these later
migrants changed the face of Davao
communication because 94% of the
Mindanao where much of the na
ing city, full of life, vigor, move
tion's undeveloped natural resources,
such as iron ore and mineral deposits
ment, a promise of brighter tomor
inhabitants can carry a conversation
in English, and all road signs, res
taurants menus, hotel notices and
rows.
While Manila is the governmental
actually, Metro Manila is the national
region, it is not the entire Philip
pines, which today has an estimated
49 million population all over its
more than 7,000 islands which are
tion for centuries.
set like emeralds in the blue of the
Just off the western tip of Min
and financiais center of the nation
Pacific.
Today, there are no longer fierce
tribal wars among the Muslims whose
religion antedoted the coming of
One such place where the visitor
can have truly Philippine experience
is Davao City, where Filipino hospi
tality is at its best.
Only ninety minutes by jet flight
thrice daily from Manila, Davao City
- oriental in geography and customs,
but history and exploration decreed
that eastern ways should perfectly
Christlniaty in this country, and
blend with western manners, dating
other cultural minorities who are
now concerned with education, trade
as far back as pre-Spanish times
held sway and whose dominions
even extended to northern Borneo
its north Is Taiwan and Japan while
to the south are Indonesia, Malaysia
and Australia. Further east are the
south Pacific Islands near New
Guinea and north of New Zeland.
At the crossroads of the East and
West, these "pearls of the Orient
past and the impact of economic
and possible oil, are located. Minda
nao, the nation's second largest
island, is not as thickly populated as
other parts of the country and has
traditionally been associated with
the colorful and courageous Muslim
tribes who defied foreign domina
where a Sultanate of Muslim royalty
the Pacific and separated from the
Asian mainland by the China Sea. To
"Amazingly, Davao City
which
almost
always
comes during night."
and part of the Visayan islands at the
height of the descendancy.
and material development.
Davao City is a city of contrast.
when the natives already traded
with European and Oriental travel
lers.
tion to visitors because of the
blending of customs, race, traditions
and religion among its people.
Davao City lies in the temperate
toj- i f''
zone of the South Pacific, at the
Southern part of Mindanao, snugly
protected at the tip of Davao Gulf
in one of the worlds best natural
harbours where inter-island and
international ships can dock any
time of the year because the Port
plain wanderer seeking a haven from
the cares of the world, this sylvan
city has much to offer.
development at present. It is interest
near mangrove swamps to a ram
bunctious cosmopolitan center.
The Philippine is a group of
bug, an amateur photographer or
Davao is a thriving trade center in
danao are the fabled islands of Sulu
islands in the Southwestern part of
visitors. Whether one Is a culture
caught between the culture of the
City overnight from a sleepy town
Tourist Potentials
or
of Davao Is typhoon-free.
The world's largest city area-wise,
But in itself, it also holds a fascina
5| c) Cultivate agricultural land - seems to have magicaiiy
J 88,457 has.
regulated its rainfall d)Others (swamps) — 38,104 has.
Pangasinenses.
tourists
mountain climbers, an Industrialist
Sea" is the gateway to both worlds.
a) Uncultivated agricultural land
13.2,668 has.
Luzon also came large groups of
llocanos, Tagalogs, Bicolanos and
the
or businessman, a night-hawk or just
"Land of Promise" of Mindanao.
ing about one million people.
More than four - fifths of the
for
archaelogist, a flora collector, a
hunting and fishing enthusiast, a
this figure multiply as people from
regions of te country flocked south
to see better opportunities in the
Today, a projection of Davao City's
population explosion will be reach
Davao City has several and varied
attractions
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There is no difficulty in language
newspapers are printed In English,
with a few exceptions.
Among the places of Interest are:
— The Talomo Beach, a wide
stretch of white and'sandy beach a
few minutes ride from the city
proper.
— Apo Range see the highest
mountain in the Philippines, Mt.
Apo. Site of towering waterfalls,
rapids, cool, sun-shielded and moss
covered forest, springs and mountain
lakes that mirror the twin peaks of
this lofty mountain and habitat of
the world famous Philippine mon
key-eating eagle;
— The Mt; Apo Science Founda
tion School which nestles near the
shoulders of Mt. Apo overlooking
Davao City and Davao Gulf;
— The
owned
Nenita Live Stock Farm
by the
Floirendo family
for fishing, skin and scuba diving.
Also, you will witness and hear
which has been called the best in the Muslim dances and music, espe
country;
cially the Kulintang (a set of per
— The Bago Inigo model farm, cussion brass instrument).
famed for Its fishponds and water
— LON WA Buddhist Temple —
ways;
— The Mindanao folk arts center
and the relief map of Mindanao at
the Phil. Women's College Campus;
— The
shell
collection
of the
Panuncialman, Carpio and Sarenas
families;
— The colorful Bagobo and other
tribal locations in upper Calinan, still
within Davao City;
— The industrial plants like the
Bacnotan Cement factory, the ply-
While in Davao City, the adven
turous visitors can fly to other near
exotic rare breeds;
— Palma Gil, Ligid Islands — from
Babak, stop-over at the neighboring
islets of Sanipan, Palma Grl, a 5-
the biggest Buddhist temple in Min
danao, which depicts Chinese arts
and
architecture. Gold, Italian
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marble and bronze are some of the
are
its
And of course, the Philippines
"most beautiful resort," the Davao
Insular Hotel.
multi-colored
tamed carps that you can literally
feed with your hands;
— Apo Golf and Country Club —
One of the best 18-hole golf course
As for the tourist/visitors need for
currency exchange is attended to by
the facilities of the Central Bank at
the heart of the city's shopping cen
Gulf. White sand beach ideal for
sunbathing, swimming, skin and
scuba diving, fishing, snorkelling and
ter, as well as by the 17 other bank
ing institutions here.
about 14 kms. from the city center.
external contacts must have the basic
communications."
Attractions are, cross-breeding of
facilities of transportation and com
in
Clara, on opposite sides of the city;
— Muslim Fishing Village and
Pearl Farm, located in San jose,
vast
Samal Island just a half-hour ride
aboard a launch or a motorized
banca from Davao City across the
blue waters of Davao Gulf, see native
huts on slender stilts on one waters
swarm of brown-skinned children
diving for coins toss overboard, a
wide variety of colorful shells, ideal
the Far East. It is laid out in a
coconut plantation endowed
with natural hazards such as creeks
and fullgrown coconut trees;
- Infant Jesus of Prague - An
open air chapel featuring the statues
of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague
and our Lady of Fatima;
- Aguinaldo Pearl Farm - located
in Kaputian, Samal Island, Davao del
None, about a 50 minutes boat ride
from Davao City across the Davao
Philippine fruit bearing trees, orna
munications. Visitors
mental plants, abaca plantations and
different exotic species of orchids.
coming to Davao City do not fail to
— Lapanday Development Corpo
ration - located in Lapanday, North
Buhangin about 11 kms. from the
city proper. Giant Cavendish bananas
are grown and packed for export;
— Baracatan - where we can find
the Philippine monkey-eating eagle
acclimatization camp;
— Bangoy Island Beach Resort — a
paradise at Davao Gulf, white sandy
beach coral reefs, caves and delight
appreciate the
and
city has been linked to the inter
national jet set since the Philippine
in Mindanao."
tion hall;
— Derling/Yuhico Orchids — a
showcase of Philippine orchids and
A city with a boom-town charac-
ler is usually faced with a shortage of
cargo of products and people in this
hotel and other accommodation faci
trade center of Mindanao.
ling city, there are more than 1,000
lities. But not Davao City, Fast be
coming a "convention city," it has
kept pace with the increasing need
mini-taxes operating here in addition
for more and better hotels as the
to colorful jeepneys which are like
wise plentiful.
influx of visitors grow bigger every
month throughout the year.
Davao City has excellent hotel
facilities compared to other cities
Communication
south or even north of Manila. As a
communication, Davao
matter of fact, the first really plush
resort hotel built in the Philippines
Air Lines started its BAC-11 service
City has an efficient postal system,
more than fifteen telecommunica
tion services with links in almost all
with two flights daily (morning and
parts of the world, and two long dis
the fabulous Davao Insular Hotel,
now also known as the Davao Inter-
afternoon). A smooth 90 minutes jet
tance telephone companies, and the
con Inn.
lacion. It is a class A beach resort
airconditioned cottages, swimming
pool, man-made lagoon and conven
ing here everyday and disgorging its
As
located in Bago Aplaya, Dumoy,
some 12 kms. away from the pob-
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Hotels and Restaurants
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Lastly, in going around the bust
portin Sasa is the busiest
colorful air conditioned and non-
world.
tional affairs through media and
modern communication, one may
still forget the cares of the world.
For more than 17 years now, this
taking view of underwater s kalei
doscope of marine life. An island to
following amenities:
pines and others have excellent trans
mission any time of the day and have
rates lower than other parts of the
This city is also the hub of a high
way system all over Mindanao, with
several bus companies plying the
routes every other hours night and
day. Many shipping firms also serve
the Davao port with several vessels,
constant contact with the interna
"Right now, Bangoy Air
others, the
the busiest in Mindanao.
pleasant discovery
shelter of gigantic corals. A breath
Davao Gulf offers among
and better hotels."
that here is a place where one can
be in a place where one can he in
tiful array of rare species in the
facing
will soon improve and expand its
airport facilities in anticipation of a
greater volume of air traffic between
the Philippines and other south Paci
fic nations. Right now, its airport is
tourists
for beach-combers and scuba divers.
The sea abounds with fish — a beau
discover and experience.
— Villa Victoria Beach Resort —
an alternate international airport and
"It has kept pace with the
increasing need for more
A city seeking better and greater
must have the basic facilities of transportation and
wood factories of Alcantara and Sta.
Davao City has been designated
AT
— Bago-Oshiro Experimental Sta
tion - located at Mintal, Davao City,
hire at the Sasa airport.
inter-island and international, dockTransportation
bosting;
M city seeking better and greater external contacts
Ligid Island where archaelogical dig
gings 1970, unearthed skeletons and
artifacts in its caves.
expensive materials orchestrated in
Chinese artistry and design;
— Caroland Resort — Its unique
attraction
hectare island of coconut trees, and
by place in Mindanao by smaller
planes which are always available for
for
ride from Manila brings the visitor Philippine Telegraph and Telephone
to Davao, while several other jet- (PT&T) offering telex services.
Both the Philippine Long Distance
prop fijghts link the city to almost
Telephone
company (PLDT) and the
any point in the Phillppjngs through
Radio Communication of the PhilipPAL.
was not in Manila but in this city
This city has twenty-five hotels,
three of which have first class accom
modations, aside from the Davao
Insular Hotel. Others are the Apo
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golf courses are Lanang Country
Club and the New Davao Golf Club
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at Matina, which are only a few
minutes
hotels.
drive
from
downtown
The pelota courts at the Davao
Insular Inter-continental Inn, Hotel
Maguindanao, Davao Beach Club, PC
Headquarters and the Apo Gold and
Country Club offer excitement to
those who would like to try their
hand at indoor sports.
Arts and Culture
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* Governments Housing Thrust
Oln r nUunMIVI. For low income Famines
By: Gerry Guerrero Cadientfe
Despite the launching of several low-cost
housing projects by the private sectors, housing
program in Davao City is sti ll a continuing acti
vity. The thrust is to extend it actually to the
lowest income group in the city's urban population. A large number of low income families
are living in an environment of filth and degra-
\
dation in slums and blighted places.
To help ease this form of problem, the
combined
resources
of
the
city
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government of
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Davao, the national government and the InterA commercial and trade center
all over the city.
View Hotel, Culson Hotel, Anteliz
Hotel, Maguindanao Hotel, and the
Imperial Hotel. It has also sixteen
lodging houses, five Inns and three
pension houses — good ones are the
Datu Inn, Davao Pension House, El
Gusto Family Lodge and the Kamalig Lodge.
Entertainment
Tourist who want their evenings
with fun and pleasure can pick from
a choice list of nitespots,super clubs,
and cocktail lounges.
Awaiting their pleasure are over
40 restaurants serving the best in
native, Chinese, American or Euro
pean cuisines conveniently located
For evenings of enjoyable dancing
and exciting music, there are several
nightclubs and scores of cocktail
lounges with dining facilities not to
mention the bars and beer gardens
for the more adventurous.
The
nightclubs
have
excellent
bands and combos in the fine tradi
tion of Filipinos' love for good music
and entertainment. Open-air dining
places are popular such as Harana,
Town Fiesta, La Parilla at Davao
Inter-continental Inn, Poolside Bar
becue Mall at Apo View Hotel and
El Patio (poolside) at Davao Imperial
Hotel.
Sports
ever, life In this burgeoning city does
not revolve around where every
the Slum Improvement and Resettlement (SIR) lu! I ,
body's making the best profits. Like
other cities, it also has its cultural
life and the people who make it
possible and pleasurable.
While this city sorely lacks a
cultural center, where the perform
ing arts may have their ways,culture
enthusiasts nevertheless, manage to
find outlets for artistic expression
for local and visiting artists.
This can be credited to the Davao
City Council on Cultural Affairs
under whose guidance and auspices
the people of the city often enjoy a
piano symphony, concert, a jazz or
folk dance festival, a photo or art
exhibit.
the peopie who make it
MI possibie and pieasurafil ble."
Wild-game hunting is a year round
sports because of the dense forests
and unexplored mountains where
a
real ity. To
package
intensify
its
which
is
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implementation of
Program, a presidential directive
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now
was issued
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involving different agencies concerned. Its ob-
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jective is to cater to the poor's housing need
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in a
most effective
way - to achieve
a
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p
large
output of the basic shelter needs and services ^
in order to spread housing benefits tc a greater
number. In practice, this means the provisions
of the sum total of common
than the satisfaction of the
faci lities rather
requirements of
the individual families.
The SIR
program
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comprises two principal
housing strategies: the
upgrading
of
li
existing
slum areas and the development of new service
plot, i.e., sites and services.
The principle behind these strategies Is to
ensure the retention and improvement of exist
ing housing stock, and the provision of serviced
sites on which lower income families may cons
truct new houses by self-help methods.
SIR program in the city has been developing
four major components - the New Matina up
grading, sites and services, commercial/ industrial
merit means
projects and Piapi/Quezon Boulevard upgrading ment
means retaining
retaining and
anc improving existing
housing
stock.
To
give
poor secui ity of
project.
housing stock. To give the
tt
tenure is its main concern.
In New Matina, iand plots are levelled and tenure is its main concern,
As
are furnished with roads, footpath, drainage,
As of
of now,
now, almost
almost 2,000
2,001 lots had beer, das-
underwater explorers and the surf
where huge marlins and tunas
Develop-
envisioned a conceptual
ing. Its tropical waters, offers chal
lenge to the fishing aficionados, the
abound.
and
on business and economics. How
from scuba-diving to wild game hunt
"Like other cities, it aiso
has its cuiturai iife and
Reconstruction
ment, better known as the World Bank, have
For the sports enthusiasts, Davao
City offers a variety of sports ranging
board riders. A motor boat can easily
take you down to Cape San Agustin
national Bank for
like Davao City necessarily lays stress
r
water sewarage and electricity. School or educa- posed
posed of
of to
to the
the public
public and
and
thousands of landless
tional, religious building and other basic commu- fami
fami ll ies
ies have
have benefited
benefited and
ar are now enj oying
nity faci l ities have been provided. An effort has
also been made to provide job opportunities for
sites and services residents through small industries
and
other
commercial
projects.
Service
loans too for smal l scale businesses within the
project areas are extended.
the socio-economic
the
socio-economic services
service of
program.
program.
the
Dava^ MR
This
This upliftment
upliftment of
of the
the physical, social end
tami 'ss,
economic conditions of low-income
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promotes a spirit of stab
stabi l ity and se't-coni idence among the beneficiar
beneficiaries.
wild deers, monkeys, wild ducks, and
On the other hand, lending scheme for existThe growth and prosperity
prospi
in areas where
ing community housing upgrading to complement SIR projects are implemented
implementt is a manifestation
other fowls and animals thrill the
the sites and services approach is adopted here, of the concern on the welfare
we
of low income
hunting enthusiasts.
Golfers will have a holiday in
e.g., New Matina and Plapi upgrading areas.
famil ies who were l iving in depressed places
This feature of project design wi l l help before,
in one way or another, the benefit
efore, thus, ln
prevent squatters from being relocated far from wi
wi ll ll extend
extend not
not only
only Davao
Davao City's ufban dwellers
Davao City, where "one of the best
courses in Asia" is found - the Apo
Golf and Country Club. Another fine
employment opportunities.
SIR land improve-
but also through
throunh out the
thp np
l^ot
nation as well.
Lopez Awards 1,009 SIR lots
Ill
Some 1,009 families have been been given
this year "certificates of award" as an initial
document to own lots at the Slum Improvement
and Resettlement (SIR) site in New Matina.
The awardees were determined through a pub
lic lottery which was participated in by 3,053
qualified entries conducted by the
mil
Executive
[■VP- :'v-
Committee for Lot Allocation (ECLA). The ECLA
was created on the strength of Executive Order
J:
No. 5 issued by City Mayor Elias B. Lopez on
April 28, 1983 to supervise the lottery and
allocation of New Matina Sites and Services lots.
One of the SIR policies governing lot distri
bution is through a raffle draw. Qualifications
for an individual to join the lottery are: l)must
not own a lot in Davao City; 2) must have an
income of not less than P300 and not more than
P2000; 3) married and/or single with dependents;
and 4) must have resided for at least one year
Mayor Elias B. Lopez and Gen. Gaudencio
in Davao City.
Mayor Lopez, who is the chairman of the
Tobias, NHA general manager, hand "certifi
SIR Project Action Committee, and Gen. Gaudencio Tobias, general manager of the National
Housing Authority (NHA), led the distribution
of certificates of award on March
at the
Rizal Park, The NMSS raffle winners will even
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award"
to
SIR
beneficiaries
Albay announces
the
as
raffle
winners.
tually have their lot titles.
Among the participants of the lot awarding
ceremony were: Atty. Felipe B. Capili, city
planning and development coordinator and ECLA
chairman; Isagani R. Rodriguez, SIR estate ma
nager; Ben Cava, a community leader; and Atty.
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Ansteo Albay, SIR legal officer and ECLA mem
ber.
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NMSS
designed
to provide
low project
income, islandless
families
in the
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'11 the assistant
undertaken
City Government
from bythetheNHA
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SIR program
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(Barangays 21 and
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lots (32.16 hectares). About u'hectrret'are
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existence
of
our
beloved
city
must
continue
with
the passage of time and
the unfolding of events.
Therefore, my fellowDabawenyos, we in the city
government
must
likewise
continue and persist in our
endeavor to accomplish the
goals we have set every
year. And today, it is again
my privilege to render our
state of the city report to
Of the
CityAddress
this body and to the good
people of Davao City. This
time, however, I shall not
¥
make a lengthy accounting
of
what
we have
done
for many of these achieve
ments are already of public
knowledge
—
but
simply
to outline them for purposes
realities
State of the City Address/
Mayor ELIAS B. LOPEZ
which
affect
the
of record. We shall likewise
heart and soul of our people.
strive
Here
people
in
City, our
our
beloved
continuing
Davao
efforts
of
to
picture
and
this
to
our
the
members
August
chamber
During the First City Council
Session in 1984 ....
Honorable
this
August
members
Body,
of
fellow-
workers of the New Republic,
friends, ladies and gentlemen:
Once again today, in
compliance with the dictates
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of tradition as well as with
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the imperative need to keep
our people informed about
the State of Affairs in this
our fair city, it is once more
my privilege and responsibi-
hty of reporting to this
legislative body of the City
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of Davao what we have
accomplished during the past
ysar and what we hope to
achieve during the year 1984.
While we seek to renew our
strength
and
determination
m giving the best that we
can in the service of
our
people, still our efforts are
clouded
by
the
economic
crisis confronting our nation
as well as the crisis of
confidence seeking to under
mine the political stability
to build a community where
our citizens can live in peace
and prosperity are
often
shattered by those who are
propelled by opposite moti
vations, often casting a dark
These are events or se
of events which we
shadow over the future of
our development programs.
Nevertheless, the life of
cannot ignore for they are
man must go on — and the
of our Republic.
ries
what
we
intend
to
accom
plish during the new year
which has just dawned upon
us, also as briefly as pos
sible.
What we sought to em
phasize in our program of
government during the year
1983 were as follows:
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Continue our
the
in
masses
the
rural
to our
dialogue
of
our
areas
-!i.
because,
mind, this
best and most
with
people
is
the
effective way
of maintaining a vital link
with the grassroots of our
people and prove to them
and their barangay leaders
that we have a government
that
truly
and
sincerely
cares for them;
2.
In
consonance
dialogue
on
with
the
level, we have
emphasis
to
sucn
barangay-
also
the
given
solution
of problems brought to our
attention
by
the
barangay
leaders in the eight political
districts of our city—and
these problems which we
attended to concerned mostly
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extent of the Peso-counter
part — which is a 40 per
cent average of project
cost — to initiate contracts
and awards of
construction
amount of P9,572,449.70. At
the same time, the city SIR
has raffled off to qualified
applicants some 1,000 excess
our service to the people —
for so long as our citizens
know that they have a sin
lots at the
ment working for their wel
than
fare and
complishments
and
have
therefore lived up to your
own expectations. As usual,
our guiding principle during
1983 was performance before
Matina SIR
works.
in furthermore of our prog
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infrastructure
projects
of human existence, hence
we have also given emphasis
livelihood
and
the KKK and SIR (Slum
Improvement and Resettle
ment) program,
which
are
"Deputy Mayors in the city's
political districts outside the
poblacion should 'likewise step
up the tempo of their efforts."
programs of
the national
government under the leader
ship of president and Mrs.
Marcos
but
implemented
administered and
by
the
local
government;
lots
and
amount
of
P3,183,520.00,
including the small business
loans program
in support
Through the Kilusang .Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran or KKK
Program which your humble
public servant has adminis
tered in this city since it
was started by the National
Leadership for the benefit
of
hundreds
of
our
and
SIR
year, some 3,500 livelihood
applications, with a total
Piapi
and
number of 10,000 beneficia
beneficiaries
Quezon Boulevard areas. Now
been implementing in part
ries—with
we are about to open the
nership with the National
Housing
Authority (NHA),
we have expended the total
of P7-MilIion.
New
Matina
SIR
sites
and
susceptible
to
the
and
the
our
duly-constituted
over
-
throw
of
autho
rities.
My Dear Fellow-Dabawen-
"If the farms are productive,
the prices in the market will
be cheaper."
in
of
For the SIR program, which
the city
government
has
at
benefit, they will
yos: I have tried to give you
a brief bird's-eye-view of
what we have sought to
accomplish during the 12
months which have just slip
ped towards eternity and
it is my earnest hope that
despite the constraints of
in approving, during the past
of
livelihood
govern
blandishments of an ideology
the Barangays and depressed
areas, we have succeeded
9.
the
effective
dedicated to the down fall
of our democratic institutions
thousands
brother-filipinos
and
not "be
10.
human
development programs under
our administration through
affording
houses for
our
deserving
citizens at socialized prices;
alone cannot serve the ends
to
of
cere
area
services, for which develop
11-
ment we have expended the
aspect
And
on
a
a
of
total
very
our
amount
time and circumstance, des
pite the factors and events
beyond our control, we have
still chalked up a
more
modest
record
of
ac
politics. In other words, we
have adhered to the concept
of development
narrow
view
Politics,
the
bane
beyond
of
which
of
the
Partisan
has
been
Development
Program in the past.
In the field of security
and
development,
which
should always go hand-inhand, your city government
has not been remiss in doing
its part, as I have pointed
out already. But for empha
sis sale, let me stress, the
need for integration of our
efforts along this line — so
that development is hardly
possible
without
security,
and that development pro
motes and enhances security.
important
community
Of what
use are infrastruc
tures, such as roads, bridges
and schoolbuildings, if the
people cannot use them pro
fitably
—
in
terms* of
convenience as well as long-
i*
term
benefits
—
because
of the absence of security
and
tranquility
among
our
people?
The importance of in
tangible principles in a de
mocracy cannot be taken
existence, which is the main
tenance of peace and order
and while this is no longer
o"*" primary
responsibility
hut of the PC/INP—we have
nevertheless exerted maximum
"Despite the factors and events
beyond our control, we have
still chalked a more than modest
record of accomplishments."
efforts to supports the anticrirne campaigns of the
military and the integrated
national police in this city
and even in the entire region
eleven.
Our
contribution to
security efforts
quantified
only
cannot
in
be
terms
of pesos and gasoline liters,
but more so in the effect
iveness
and
sincerity
of
r .
"Hiere will be a change of
emphasis consonant with the
temper of the times and the
demands of the economic
situation,"
r.
to the more drastic powers
of
the
PSC
as
authorized
under law, we have managed
to
stabilize
local
prices
through the process of dia
logues, monitoring and con
vincing
the business
the
community not to take ad
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vantage of the situation.
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I am glad to report that
the
business
community
of Davao City, at least the
- i
flpll
large majority among them,
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also
are
men
and
women
who are not solely driven
by the desire to make pro
fits, even at the expense
of their fellowmen. However,
there are always exceptions
tQ the
rule
and this
is the
reason why we have fielded
several
for granted, for as long as
our people adhere to such
the
construction
of
a
Hall
of Justice which, when com
principles, the goals of de
pleted, will ^use all the
velopment will not be un
attainable;
for
the
best
sense of security lies in
courts of justice in this
city so that our people will
no longer be inconvenienced
or confused by the scattered
the- hearts
and
minds
of
our people. For
instance,
so long as our people has
faith and
trust
in our
ma
chinery of justice, so long
will they have trust and
confidence in our democratic
institutions. This is why we
have seen fit that the pillars
of
justice should
receive
maximum support from your
city government.
locations
of
court
salas
and judicial offices. This
landmark project, the Hall
of Justice, has the valuEfble
support of our very own
Assemblywoman
Felicidad
Santos
- a
former
member
of this August Body.
It has been said that
more rebellions
have been
attempted because of in
justice rather than hunger.
Indeed, a human being's
we have
given maximum support to
the City Fiscal's Office and
"The barangays stand in the ; ;
the Courts of Justice —
even if these are supposedly
frontlines of a critical lest of
our people's will,"
responsibility
of
the
to City Hall to seek legal
advice or assistance. Among
the
accomplishments
of
the City Legal Office during
teams in
of
Trade
Office
here.
The local media have like
wise responded to the chal
lenge of greater involvement
in public service by becoming
deputized monitors of prices
in this City — and this
assistance, which is beyond
their usual duty of merely
reporting,
we
knowledged
wish
to
with
ac
sincere
the past year were the hand
ling and termination of some
appreciation.
sixteen cases, including one
which was decided by the
Board of Energy and in
the help of the private sec
tor have resulted in positive
which the City Government
intervened to protect the
interests of the people of
Davao City in connection
with the varying discount
of the Davao City Chamber
proposed
by
the
In our desire to maximize
government action in behalf
men so that man's inhumani
the
who come
try
Our
responses,
of the poor and even of
the rich consumers of our
City, we have reactivated
the local Price Stabilization
Council (PSC) in view of
the
spiralling
of
prices,
specially
those
of
basic
commodities, in the wake
of the peso devaluation and
gasoline price increase. While
we have not yet resorted
efforts
to
enlist
including
that
for
Sugar
Traders based
in this City. Perhaps in
the entire Mindanao or even
in the Visayas, it is only
Davao City which has been
assured of a steady supply
of sugar and it is only in
this City where sugar prices
have been stabilized
the validity of
accord
fidence
of
the
1984.
But
cause
of
our
us. I
single
out
a
have
determination
we enjoyed the cooperation
and support of the
rest
of the officialdom, as well
as the unity of the people
behind
between
we
to do so — but also because
the
difference
challenges
if
managed to accomplish many
things during the last 12
months, it is not only be
ing to prices under the PSC.
This is not to pal our own
backs but merely to show
would
the
like
to
consistent
"The time for apathy and
intrigues is over - the time for
of Commerce and Industry.
Tois has proven once again
action and performance is now,"
the axiom
that in a democracy, con
certed action is most
ef
fective. The City Govern-
pany.
ty to man can be minimiz'
national government. Towards
this end, we have inaugurated
the "Small Ones"
Davao Light and Power Com
ments are instituted among
city
the City of Davao, including
formula
sense of justice is so sen
sitive, perhaps more sensitive
than hunger pangs, and this
is the reason why govern
Here in our
Under the City Mayor's
Office, we have also the
City Legal
Office
which
has been actively represent
ing the interests of
the
government and people of
monitoring
coordination with the Minis
example,
duty-bound under
is
the
not
law
to provide sugar to city
residents
but because
u
for
the
welfare of concern
our people,
I have succeeded in con
vincing NASUTRA the Na
tional Sugar Trading Admi
nistration of the government,
to
regularly
allocate
at
least 10,000 bags per month
to
the City of
Davao
out
of the undelivered allocations
government
that
cares
and one that is mere in
different.
As we move
forward in
the year 1984, we can only
look
back
past
comforted
into
the
with
year
the
thought that we have done
our best
survived
and that we have
the
travails
and
difficulties along the
way.
If we have weathered the
storms of 1983, there is
no reason why we shall
not face with greater con-
cooperation of
the members
of the City Council who
have always supported our
proposed projects through
needed legislation and fund
ing. To Vice-Mayor
rino
and
all
Maska-
members
of
this August Body therefore
goes my most grateful ap
preciation — with the sin
cere hope that this sense
of unity and cooperation
among us, for the common
good of our people, shall
continue not
only this year
"This city is also the hub
of a highway system all over
Mindanao."
so that we can move forward
with greater vigor towards
self-sufficiency
and
pros
perity for our people.
times when we are confront
now
sector. This
needed
reason
why we have suggested to
the different barangay coun
cils that they should embark
on livelihood projects instead
of infrastructures.
The greater part ot Davao
but
more
so
for
the
rest
of the years of our incum
bency in the service of our
beloved City.
To show our appreciation
for the City Government
employees and officials of
the City Government for
their continuing cooperation
and support for our program
of government we have re
commended salary increases
last year and also Christmas
Bonuses just
before
the
Holiday Season. This was
approved by the City Council
which appropriated the need
ed funds.
transmitted
Body our
for 1984
shall
We have already
to this August
proposed budget
which, hopefully,
likewise
be
enacted
pursuant to our basic object
ives
for
the
next
twelve
montns.
and
Speaking of our goals
objectives this year,
City is best-suited for ag
ricultural development. We
are fortunate because of
this fact, other urban cen
ters of the nation, including
Metro-Manila, are now suf
fering from extreme short
ages
which
have triggered
skyrocketting prices because
demand is
much
greater
than the supply of basic ag
ricultural products. The time
has come for
us to
buckle
economic
situation.
the
This
year, we shall emphasize
agricultural development and
livelihood programs - with
Office
of
the City Agriculturist to
prepare all the needed ma
way in this effort by putting
up agricultural and consumers
cooperatives —
which
is
the reason why a small
country like Israel can sur
vive and triumph over its
adversities. Davao City, with
its
244,000
Office, now headed by Engr.
and their loyalty to our de
Albay, I wish say that year,
this vital arm of the City
form
Government
should
hectares,
can
gra
tentials — our soil is rich,
our resources are waiting
to be tapped, our people
have the strength and tena
city of purposes. We shall
provide the leadership, the
direction and the expertise
ot our agricultural fieldmen
shall
sense
have a
of
direction
and involvement in providing
support for our development
program. The time for apa
thy and intrigues is over —
facilities
for
this
intensified agricultural de
velopment program of the
City government for the
year 1984. We shall also
call on the Ministry of Ag
riculture
agencies
and
to
its
extend
farmers of Davao
the
needed
mocratic
way
of
people's
of
life
and
government.
We
commit
resources
will
our
and
entire
devote
our
energies towards the strength
ening of the barangays for
no
less
than
the
survival
tration.
tructure
Our deputy mayors in the
City's political districts out
side the poblacion should
likewise step up the tempo
their efforts to implement
our priority projects in their
respective areas of juris
diction — such as barangay
for
action
projects
Office
the
and
on
time
despite
and
our
failed to implement infras
time
funds, I am confident that
this year, the City Engineer's
guidelines
of
performance is now. While
before, this office has some
how lagged behind and even
the
terials and to submit to my
the
test
of democracy, as we know
it, could be at stake in
this struggle against an alien
ideology being implanted in
the soil of poverty and frus
office
will
availability
be
in
the
of
van
guard of our endeavor to
accomplish the targets for
accomplishment.
We
shall
City
assistance
I
"We should return to the basit
^deals which have made this
nation survive and rise above
all trials."
in line programs of our go
vernment and
consistent with
the functions of
their
res
pective offices. For my part,
during the last two years of
my term of office, I reite
rate the pledge of good
government, that I shall spare
no effort to pursue the goals
and objectives of my admi
various
to
the
all
for
this major effort to increase
our agricultural
production
and promote the economic
nistration — no matter what
the obstacles and difficulties
livelihood of our people. Let
us help the farmer because
if the farms are productive,
that we shall encounter along
the prices in the market
will be cheaper because
the supply of goods will
be sufficient to meet the
and
development.
always
believedin
calling on the City Planning
and Development to change
nary: We have all the po
of
the
demands of consumption.
there will be a change of
emphasis
consonant
with
the temper of the times
demands
upon
calling
farms, so that we can give
meaning and substance to
our spirit of self-reliance.
The cooperative movement
in this City could lead the
become its own food
the
therefore
down to work, back to the
I would like to reveal that
and
I am
ed with high prices and
shortages, the answer to
this
economic
problem
should be increased product
ion
in
the
agricultural
the
in the frontlines of a critical
greater
infrastructures
playing
supporting role to maximize
the fruits of our development
efforts. During these critical
is
agricultural in the sector.
To the City Engineer's
In this regard, I am also
the
PW
'.Ly
the resources and potentials
of our city so that we can
properly plan and
decide on
extend
the
full
assistance
barangays
and
to
funds
intended for barangay pro
jects should be fully utilized
without delay without graft —
because the barangays stand
roads, emergency
public
markets,
hospitals,
health and
welfare schools and
tional facilities —
educa
and, of
course, agricultural, develop
ment and economic livelihood
projects. They should maxi
the priorities in accordance
mize their coordination with
the barangay captains in the
with the needs of the people.
We should know where we
stand and we should set up
a "War Room" for economic
development so that, at a
j "Problems which we attend tc^
districts so that the fruits
of our endeavors will like
wise attain the maximum of
given- time, we should know
I concern mostly health and
success.
the status of on-going pro
I sanitation, peace and order,
| To the rest of the City
jects,
the
status
manpower
resources
sources of
for
our
of
our
and
possible funding
priorities
in
the
towards
progress
have
giving
leadership by exampled
through dedication to duty
even at the sacrifice of my
personal or family interest.
At the beginning of ano
ther cycle in the life of our
gears, so to speak, so that
it can plan ahead in accord
ance with out emphasis
on agricultural development
this year. We should assess
path
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schools and education ... asi
well as livelihood matters." il
Government's
Office
and
Officials, I wish to issue the
challenge for greater involve
ment and more performance
City. We
should
I
return
to
the basic ideals which have
made this nation survive and
rise above all trials and tri
bulations
attendant
to
its
journey to nationhood and
sovereignty. Today when then
national is appealing for
national unity and reconci
liation amidst our economic
and political crisis, let us
show to the rest of the
nation that we, Dabawenyos,
are consistently supporting
efforts aimed at stability and
unity, progress and prospe
rity for the entire filipino
people. President Marcos and
Che First Lady have always
to the Philippines and so it is that • ships support for the blind and or
Wiilippine Kiwanis is dedicated to phans and other similar projects
community service without fanfare. are considered part of fellowhip
Their remuneration is in the satis
no superstar. Everybody
to, keep the club together. But so
far, its best claim to community
service is its successful effort in
works and this is made possible by
making everyone participate in com
such as the clubs in Tagum, Digos,
faction of a job
there
is
well done
But
organizing many other Kiwanis clubs
mittee work of his choice. And the
Gen. Santos, Cotabatoj Cagayan de
effort exerted for a common object
ive creates! a togetherness which
Oro and even in sofne cities and
towns of the Visayan Islands.
provide an atmosphere for a closer
and more enjoyable fellowship that
biiid the members into a tighter
knit. Some of the committees are.-
"\VE BUILD" is the motto of the
club. But Kiwanis does not
build
bridges or roads. They builds cha
racter - people. Every year a major
(1) Finance. (2) citizenship, (3) emphasis program for all Kiwanians
support of spiritual aims, (4) Youth all over the world to follow is deli
Services, (5) membership develop- berated and adopted in its annual
ment, and others. Of-course Kiwanis
believes in giving due recognition
for exemplary performance even of
international convention, among which
are: "Give of Yourself", "Show you
care", "Touch a Life", and "Build
non-members so that there is also
a committee on Awards and Recog
Together".
nition.
Philippines so that love and caring,
not money or other material things,
Among
the
noteworthy
projects which Kiwanis dared to be
involved in are:
Romance brought Kiwanis to the
make Kiwanians click. A candidate
who offers gifts instead of a sound
1. The "Operation Drug Alert"
(OOA) which w£is launched in 1968.
program of administration definitely
A few eybrows were raised then
loses the election nobody buys a
because, at that time, there were
Kiwanian.
still very few cases of drug abuse
To Andy Gruber and Memory
Cain, wherever you are, thank you
in the Philippines. Today, most of
fke literature on Anti-Drug Abuse
very much. You provided us the
in libraries in Davao are of Kiwanis
origin.
2. Kiwanis constructed a small
vehicle to be of better service to
our community. We are proud to
be Kiwanians and shall adhere to
chapel in the former Court and jail
our creed aptly paraphrased by Past
President Carl E. Endicott thus -
compound
and
made
arrangements
for a priest to say mass in said
chapel every Saturday afternoon.
"I am part of a vital force of con
3. Started a vocational training
program for inmates in the former
1 will sow the seeds of brotherly
love and true patriotism.
I will stretch out my arms to all
courthouse and jail, to prepare said
inmates for life when they will have
to face the world outside their cells.
cerned humanity.
the underprivileged that they may
be better citizens of the future.
4. Embarked on "Assistance to
Cultural Minorities" in Upian, upper
lessness and indifference.
Calinan. Kiwanis served as the prime
I will give of my substance where
mover in having a school house
I will bind up the wounds of care
this is necessary.
constructed, have the same school I will watch that my own conduct
provided with desks, blackboards, is above reproach.
etc.. and a teacher; organized a I will ask for no reward except in
task
force
of
doctors,
dentists, the happiness which comes to one
agriculturists, and surveyors armed who gives happiness to others.
with medicine to treat the ailing,
and implements to train them on
varied subjects as health and agri
culture. Eventually, some of them
1 will strive to get my friends by
being a friend, to gain love by ex
hibiting love, to accumulate riches
by radiating richness, to create my
own joy by making others joy ^ *
5. Organized Circle K Clubs 1 will demonstrate that true leader
received titles for their lots.
(college level), and supervised their ship is to be found in guiding others
activities to prepare students for and in giving a sense of purpose
leadership.
to cooperative effort. . ,
6. Put up a "Home for the Aged" To these ends KIWAi4IS is dedicated.
in Tagum.
7. First to repair a fire truck
of the city which awakened the
I am a KlWANIAiM".
It is in this spirit that, despite
movement of the private sector to the economic s^*eeze. the KIWA
NIANS in Davao City accepted the
follow suit and repair other firc- responsibifity
of co-hosting the "A raw
t rucks.
Ng
Dabaw"
festivities.
8. Continuing medical assistance
to the underprivileged..
9. Continuing projects-on scholai-
10
People of Davao City:
captives to the English and
Dutch slave traders stationed
in Jolo. Don Jose de Oyan
guren conquered Davao for
Spain only after an agree
ment was signed that he
will be given the exclusive
right to trade in the region.
By: Gloria P. Dabay
In Focus
Whenever the music "Ta-
yo'y Dabawenyo" is played
or sung with the words that
follow . . . "na tapat at
totoo" ... it makes an inha
bitant of Davao City who
hears or sings it, feels proud
to be one. Are all the people
of Davao City aware as to
who compose the Davaoenos
and
from
what
tribes
and
races did these people origi
nate?
Much
have been
written
about Davao City — its his
tory (said to be brief and
enchanting),
its
beautiful
location, mild climate rich
soil, and many places of
interest. But unfortunately,
less about the people who
made Davao City what it is
now. -In view of such, pio
neer inhabitants and their
descendants —
natives as
well as migrants — who had
some impact on iheeconomic,
social, and cultural develop
ment of Davao City will be
focused here in
a historical
People, they say, is the
main selling point of a place
and the greatest asset of
a community. It is so, be
cause without people, there
can be no society; and with
out society there can be no
community.
Speaking
of
people, the present popula
tion of Davao City is com
posed of a great majority
of migrants (descendants of
the pioneers who. came in
the^ early 1900s and the
later migrants) who came
all the way from Luzon.
Visayas and other lands.
Based on statistical research,
the village that was built
by Don jose de Oyanguren,
the Spanish conquistador of
Davao, in 1848 grew to a
lusty community composed
of 1,500 inhabitants in 1894;
to 6,059 in 1903; 21,204 in
1918; 95,546 in 1939; 111,
236 in 1948; 225.750 in I960-
390.796 (197,340 males and
193,456 females) in 1970*
485,678 in 1975 and went
perspective. The native Da
up to 611,311 in 1980.
vaoenos
If Manila is to Luzon
in matters of population,
then Davao City is to Min-
and
the
pioneer
immigrant families who dis
tinguished
themselves
in
many human enterprises and
danao. What then lured peo
ple; of other placed to come,
to Davao City? Of the many
factors
that
The
contributfed to
economic
the influx of (l) availability
of job opportunities: (2)
they
to
absence of regional prejudice
among residents (very similar
to Manila); (3) favorable
climate; (4) fertile soil, and
(5) the good business climate.
The population now is a
mixture
farmers,
of
businessmen,
industrialists,
professionals,
fishermen,
coming
Americans
also
was
in
in
nature
conquered
have
new
of
the
a
way
because
territories
markets
We find in
Davao City
It is so because
tribes
the ethnic
from diffe
resulted
rent
migrations and
the
migrant Muslims and Christ
ians came from different
places in Luzon, Visayas,
other parts of Mindanao and
even from foreign lands.
Davao City's population
agriculturists,
capitalist,
laborers, opportunists, idea
lists, and even plain homeseekrs — both
Christians
and non-Christians.
a heterogeny of the in-
digenuos; tribes of Bagobos,
Manobos, Mandayas, MansaI^as, Bilaans, Tagacaolos,
Guiangans, Kulamans and
Muslims and a spunkling
of foreigner who form the
minority populace and the
Since early times, the
motive of people coming to
Davao is economic in nature.
In fact, the motive behind
the Moros of Jolo and
Cotabato in coming to Davao
then was not one of religion
but in the main, one of
Christian Filipinos who form
^he majority. The influx
of adventurous
migrants
trade and commerce. The
Muslims, or the Moros as
they were called then are
by nature traders or mer
from
Luzon, the
Visayas
^rid foreign lands, gradually
pushed
these
indigenuos
tribes to the hinterlands of
Davao. Most of them are
chants. They even engagecl
in slave trade and sold their
now fast vanishing.
It is quite necessary
before
understanding
that
races and
groups
regions and
waves of
migrations into the Philipines from the Asian coun
tries of Borneo, Malaysia,
Indonesia, and Persia via
Celebes Sea, first landed
in Mindanao, then pushed
their explorations towards
the north. On their way
some of them probably weary
and tired from the Voyage,
settled and lived in the
Sarangani Islands, then later
found their way to what
is now Davao. Among these
(name given to the Davao
I^iver by the early Bagobos).
But the real history of Davao
ethnic
Moro
settlement
in
1848
when
in
river
Don
expeditionary force composed
of his own soldiers and vo
/
different
from different
countries. The
Malays, Indonesian B types
of the late Neolithic period.
From
these immigrations
in history came the abori
began
lunteer
ones,
defeated the
Moros of Davao under Datu
Bago.
I
nings, was tirst peopled by
distant past. It is said that
Davao first loomed in history
Jose de Oyanguren, with his
1019- Don feodoroPaU
.
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groups of immigrants were
the banks of Duo-au
r-T
•t.
ftilly the present people
of Davao City, there should
be a good glimpse of the
a
of former
\ ^
for
people of diverse background.
are the target of focus.
with h.s family.Pi,,,
m
their products.
became
achievers
shaping
the history of Davao City
u rV becamo/ulian
the Rodwife
mt
Davao, in its early begin• H^V,,
the little people known as
the Dawn Man of the Aus—
iraloid sakai-type, Proto-
ginal/ethnic
tribes.
groups
are
These
varied
cultures and racial types.
The next groups after the
aboriginal tribes were the
Maguindanao Moros of Jolo
nese. The Chinese and Indians
(Hindus) make up the biggest
groups of foreigners then
and
even
now.
The
latest
to arrive were the European
led cy Oyanguren who con
quered Davao.
Davao's population like
other
parts of
Mindanao
in the early pan of the
Spanish occupation was di
vided into Christians, heat
hens, and Muslims (Moros).
According to Fr. Pablo Pastells, in his letter to the
Father Provincial, Juan Ca-
pell, S.J. "the population
proceed in general from the
Maly, Indonesian races, and
the
race
indigenuos
and
from
or
crosses of
the same races, especially
the Chinese and the Spa
niards. The Christians were
divided into old and new."
The heathens were the
Atas (from itaas or ataas)
who "live on the heights".
They were the indigenuos
native and the first inhabi
tants of Davao. The others
rauding activities. Next came
were the Guiangans ("inha
bitants of the woods"), the
Bagobos, who originally po
pulated Davao in great num
the Hindus and
Persians and then
ber and the Bilaans with the
Tagacaolos, "inhabitant
of
and Cotabato who oftentimes
resort to piratical and ma
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riguez of Davao City
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Mercados,
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to
mention
a
friar chronicles and accounts,
few. These people achieved
the heathen tribes in Davao
are not as difficult to reduce
ness,
success in the field of busi
know of today are the des
cendants of the early mig
rants from Surigao, Caraga,
Spanish rule that time they
did not accept the Spanish
Christian
Speaking of
the
Baganga and
Muslim of
Davao called Kalaganes, then
and even now, they are not
much
feared
because
of
lation, The Christians then
were
the
few
converted
heathens and the "families
of volunteer soldiers from
Bustamante
En^gcd mHemp l.ntmlry
Cruz.
the
hardworking
Japanese
who were hired to build the
Baguio roads, were recruited
and brought by the Ameri
cans to
Davao
to work
in
their Abaca plantations.
If today Davao City has
gone far in economic deve
lopment, this can somehow
be attributed
to
the
hard
working
Japanese
laborers
who in the early 1900s,
faced and overcame many
handicaps met in the unde
veloped
agricultural
lands
of Davao. They penetrated
the thick forests of Davao
where others feared to tread.
Because of such developments.
Davao city has a history that
is linked to three advanced
and
developed
countries
namely Spain, United States
and Japan. Davao City then
became
known
in
history
as a land conquered by Jose
Ovanguren for Spam and
rhe
land that Japanese capi. .,.4 labor made as one
.r .ichtr».i..
regime.
children
®angoy), Aniceto and Vic-
Gulf/
toriano
Sigaboy.
the - place. During the early
part of the American regime,
whose
were Aparicia (married to a
Caraga, Surigao, Bagangaand
were the
occupied
who
of the first marriage of
Macaria Alzate to Benigno
their small number and iso
come to ■ Davao
Americans
who
Sigaboy
joined Oyanguren as volun
teer-soldiers in fighting the
Moros of Davao under Datu
Bago in 1847-1848. Most of
them are the descendants
religion.
After Spain was defeated
by the United Slates in 1898,
the next group of people to
government
The prominent and more
affluent Davaoenos that we
were the Moros. Though the
Muslims (Moros as
they
were called then) endured
TuTe and
education,
services and politics.
(term meaning "conversion"
to the Christian faith) as
Before the outbreak
of
the Second World War, Davao
City was even known as
"Davaokuo" because of the
and teachers) trying to seek
better opportunities in the
practice of their profession
presence of so many Japa
als;
and
nese
either
nationals
that
even
gave rise to the so-called
"Davao Problem" of the
Philippine National Govern
ment.
There
were
fears
being felt by Filipinos in
Davao and in Manila that
because of the great number
of^ Japanese nationals ac
quiring large tracts of agri-
M unlawfully"
,lands,
lawfullyDavao
and
obtained,
might be under the full
economic
control
of
the
or
were
in
transferred
second
land
produced
ment or from some natives.
professionals
came m the early 1900S
emnf^^
government
whn
^dd homesteaders
instPflH ^"*^ded businessmen
Davao offers. These pic^ee
Bagobos,
MansS'as'
^M^T'k (Moros)
and
the ethn^r
them were th
(lawyers
^
h ^ P'''^f6Ssionals
doctors,
nursp..
distin
Mindanao
and
Sulu
in
the years 1916 to 1923. He
was a Nacionalista. In 1923,
achievers
who are known to have play
ed active roles in "carving
out
their
destinies
in
this
community" is our mayor,
the Honorable Ellas B. Lopez.
He is the only native Davao
eno, a Bagobo, who has
occupied the highest govern
ment position in this city
Arsenic Suazon, a Democrata,
He has made himself known
was appointed Representative
because of his many achieve
ments not only locally but
also nationally even in his
college days, having a one
time president of the student
of
the Third District of
Mindanao and Sulu by Gov.
Gen. Leonard Wood. San
tiago Palad was an indus
trious Bagobo who was born
in 1866, the son of Bagobos
Palad and Ontas. His original
name was Agol. He was
sent in 1904 to the St. Louis
Exposition
in
the
government
Because
ments
of
States. Upon his return to
known
far
the
man
said
and
should
businessman.
But
of
the
most
prestigious university in the
count ry-the
University of
the Philippines.
United
Philippines he became a
of importance. He was
to be active in politics
become a successful
•I" At
since its foundation in 1937.
feel
remarkable
of
the achieve-
the
Davaoenos,
and wide, Davao
proud
of
talents of
the
these
people who gave and are
still giving pride and honor
to her.
foremost
among the
f
who
yas, other parts of Minda
lands came also, after hea?
two
Davaoeno
Among the pioneer-mig-
rant
married Milagros Monteverde;
f^afael Castillo who married
ing the good fortune that
of
first
themselves in local
as national politics.
Palma Gil was ap
First Representative
native
nueves, Deocampus, Espiritus,
Puentes and the de Guzmans.
by
Davaoenos.
nao and even from foreign
The
guished
as well
Teodoro
pointed
riguez, Bolcans, Perezes,
Monteverdes, Garcias, Castillos, Saavedras, Tionkos,
Cervanteses, Quidatos, Villa-
purchase from the govern
were
The well-known pioneer
^^"^dies from Lnzop
Visayas
bo.
oo la Cruzes, Pichons, Rod
Tnd Uh
capitalist
to n
coming
1930?
a° fo adventurous
1930. groups
Fdipmos from Luzon, Visa!
L.
Palma Gil, Arsenic Suazo,
and Santiago Palad, a Bago-
Lizadas, Cabaguios, Chicotes,
the ethnic tribes and native
thatch/''?"'
Teodoro
lamantes, Palma Gils, Suazos,
married
^
were
They are the Bangoys, Bus-
Some also acquired lands
through their marriages with
Japanese.
Davao
^rde); Damaso and Toribio.
of
either
marriage
facio, Pascuala (Mrs. dela
Cruz); Maria (Mrs. Monte-
and others who were just
plain homeseekers trying
their luck. Most, if not
all of these pioneer migrants
were able to acquire large
of
Oyanguren. The
five children, namely: Boni
fices
here; homesteaders
who applied for lands to
cultivate; small businessmen;
tracts
Macaria
marriage
to Pablo Suazo a volunteer-
Davao
to
same
second
soldier of
government
officials
employees who were
assigned
and
(Alzate's
I/'
of
native
Leon
Davaoenos
■
Garcia, Sr. who
Guadalupe
Suazo;
Julian
Rodriguez, Sr. who married
whose
f'ilar
Palma
Hizon-Panlilio
Gil; Vicente
who
married
Asuncion Palma Gil; Vicente
Tionko who married Vicenta
Monteverde; and Angel Villatica
QlLinrp-r
who
married
Nievas
Palma Gil.
The early native Davao
P^""nciaima?>mrros,Gamirs,
Gem-
known
anTr- "^^ade^es, Inigo®
somehow shaped the history
enos
who
made
locally,
themselves
nationally,
even internationally that
mio
The before
later
migrants ^^moras.
who came
ife
til .
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fde founding of Davao city
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The city's federation of Kabataang Barangay in coordination
A.
with the Circle K Clubs, frater
nities, sororities, civic youth
organizations and out-of-school
groups have committed to give
iiiiiirnWff irt
their all-out support to ensure
the success of the 47th
A raw
ng Dabaw weeklong celebration
(March 10-16).
City Councilor .Diosdado Ma-
hipus, who is representing the
youth in the Sangguniang Pan-
mm
MA#tfALrAM@«|
includes
the
the
different
sectors
the
reign
of
government,
lungsod as KB head, expressed
optimism that this year's found
ing anniversary will be comme
morated with full participation
from
KB's "Alay sa Kabataan"
takeover of
the city
sports,
W
and
street parade.
>-v*a
in
the society, including the youth.
The "Alay sa Kabataan Para
-
sa Araw ng Dabaw" (day of the
youth's activities which is set
on .March
13)
will
Pedro
'Ji
• i.'.y n
highlight
cultural presentation, literary
contest, sports, and
musical
festival. Tliis was bared by Ms.
Cecile V. San
Circle K Club.
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'ft
JM:
the
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Among the signifieant acti
vities of the "Araw ng Kabata
I'
X
an" are the seleqtion of the
Most
Outstanding
Youth
of
Davao and the take over of the
reign of local
government
by
1 .T "if
youth leaders.
KB,Youths participate
in "Araw"
Young leaders in the city
with ages ranging from 15 to 21
f '
/liJII"'''!"
will vie for the most coveted
award - the MOYD. The select
ji
had
ion is open to any bonafide
member or office of a duly
recognized organization.
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The outstanding youth will
be chosen basing on his commu
nity
K^BATAAN
para sa
achievement,
personality
and
leadership,
other
skills.
Rey Navacilla and Lalaine Visitacion were given the Most
Outstanding Youth of Davao
-/
awards in 1982-1983, respective-
IVIARCH^^^
ti
Souths will also stage a
^ etat" and will run the
of Davao Th"
tr,
rc>
■ f;
kf-
government
r
's an exposure
ofI P"
service
and aAt form
leadersliip
training.
the
voufkP"/^^^
Panlungsod,
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the
ratP on vital
oouncilors
willaffecting
delibematters
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00 interest of the city.
T" idUi
yoar, Ms. Ludivina L-
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"^ayor
of
■^ODEO: Requested popularly by the youths 11 « f
the
.and
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Romy Conceptiop
Arnold L Cc:iege)»
^Joya
ofCe-mayor), of the University
during the "Araw ng Dabaw
vo,„k"
Philippines led the
Ues „f'" "^"aging the actividuringg the
k "Alayoity
government
ng Kabataan".
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5. Completion of Sta. Ana
Supervisor's Office of Sta.
Ana, Davao City
CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT
OF ROADS & BRIDGES
NAME OF PROJECTS
APPROPRIATION
16. Construction of Steel
Bailey Bridge at Malabog.
150,000.00
400,000.00
(A) POBLACION:
(F) BUHANGIN DISTRICT:
1. Improvements (Asphalting
of Davao Medical
400,000.00
School Road.
2. Opening and Construction
17. Asphalting of Inigo Street
fronting Agdao Elementary
School
40,000.00
of Villamor Street con
18. Gravelling of road from
necting Sobrecarey and
80,000.00
Porras Street.
Castillo Street to Sitio
San Miguel
3. Asphalting of Vinzon
80,000.00
Street.
5,000.00
19. Asphalting of BajadaBacaca Road.
12izOOO^O
4. Sea Wall Additional for
78,000.00
Magsaysay Park.
237,000.00
638,000.00
(G) BUNAWAN DISTRICT:
6. Renovation of Atty, Fuentes's
Office (Sangguniang Panlungsod).
5. Filling & Installation of
RCCP 24" at Ma. Loreto
100,000.00
Street.
6. Filling, Asphalting &
18,500.00
(H) TORIL DISTRICT:
200,000.00
8. Construction of Ice Box Shed
at Bankerohan Public Market
72,000.00
9. Repair and renovation of the
Legislative Building.
15. Construction of Catigan
Barangay Hall.
37,000.00
10. Repair of the City Treasurer's
Office (City Hall Annex)
left wing, ground floor.
20,000.00
16. Installation of ceiling and
completion of the stage at
C.B. Bangoy Elem. School,
Marapangi.
at Macopa Street..
200,000.00
Avenue.
Republic of the Philippines
OFFICE OF THE CITY ENGINFPr
City of Davao
Ma-a Road.
P
15,000.00
1,105,000.00
(C) CALINAN-TUGBOiC DISTRICT:
^
LISTS OF COMPLETED PRQIfptc
COVERING THE PERIOD FRnu
JANUARY 1983 to PRESENT
(BY DISTRICT)
15,000.00
100,000.00
NAME-OF PROJECT
12. Improvement of Balengaeng
Road.
10,000.00
125,000.00
(D) BAGUIO DISTRICT:
■J^EE^OPRIATION
(A) POBLACION:
^ 14. Construction of Tambobong
^
Overflow Bridge.
of the Sangguniang Panlungsod, Davao City
100,000.00
250,000.00
350,000.00
(E) PAQUIBATO DISTRICT:
< F
^ I 15. Construction of Dalag-
within the vicinity of
Legislative Building.
9,340.73
7. Filling of the low areas
leading to Toril Public
Amora's office, Davao
City.
Davao City High School.
8. Repair of Bastida Elemen
tary School Building.
9. Completion of V.S. Bangoy
Elementary School Home
Economics Building (2)
storey, Daliao
10. Construction of Piedad
3. Renovation of Councilor
makeshift building for
250,000.00
20,000.00
2. Construction of toilet
4. Construction of 5 rooms
dag Foot Bridge.
5. Improvement of Toril Park.
6- Filling of School Ground
Market's main road.
13. Asphalting of Junction of
Baguio Suarez Road
Atan Awe Elementary
School.
Barangay High School hence.
12,000.00
11. Completion of Magsaysay
Elementary School Home
Economics Building, (2)
storey at Daliao.
18. Construction of Toril Police
Precint Building.
15,000.00
20. Construction of Multi-Purpose
Nutrition Day Care Center
at Barangay Lizada.
15,000.00
21. Completion of concrete pave
ment with steel goal at
Barangay Sirawan.
15,000.00
22. Construction of Market
Tiendas for Toril Public
Market.
Water Tank and fencing of
School.
1. Renovation of the office
1^
at Daliao Barangay Hall.
for Piedad Barangay High
11. Asphalting of Calinan River
side Road.
P
3. Construction of Annex
Barangay Captain's Office
at Sirawan.
19. Construction of Multi-Purpose
Nutrition Day Care Center
at Lubogan.
4. Construction of concrete
10. Improvement of Matina-Biao
Road.
P 324,188.03
(B) TORIL DISTRICT:
Hall.
9. Improvement of Matina -
40,000.00
MuIti-Purpose Barangay
590,000.00
8. Asphalting of Francisco
purpose concrete Pavement
2. Construction of Sibulan
GRAND TOTAL .. .P
7. Improvement & Asphalting
of Punta Dumalag Road.
Bangoy Elem. School at
17. Construction of Multi
11. Completion of Magallanes
Elementary School Building,
Porras type.
Center for Barangay
Marapangi.
14. Electrical installation at V.S.
Daliao.
1. Construction of Health
Street.
13. Completion of V.S. Bangoy
Elementary School Shop
Building at Daliao.
17,000.00
SUB-TOTAL .
21. Asphalting of Rasay
Installation of 24" RCCP
9,000.00
at Daliao.
7. Rehabilitation of the roofing
of the Legislative Building.
(B) TALOMO DISTRICT;
20. Construction of open canal
at Tambongon
30,000.00
12. Completion of V.S. Bangoy
Elementary School Building
23. Construction of Bleacher at
15,000.00
50,000.00
61,345.13
Catigan Barangay.
24. Completion of Marcos Type
Building at Bato Barangay.
25. Painting of San Miguel Elem.
School, Lubogan Barangay.
26. Completion and improvement of
Marapangi Health Center,
50,000.00
15,000.00
27. Construction of Elementary
School Bagong Lipunan School
Building. (13) rooms.
28. Construction of Mulig Elem.
School, Bagong Lipunan
School Building. (2) rooms.
3 5,000.00
50,000.00
SUB-TOTAL . . . . 1
CALINAN DISTRICT:
1. Construction of Health
Center for Barangay
25,000.00
Lamanan.
4. Installation of electrical
2. Construction of Multi
2. Filling of the low areas at
Matina Barangay High
purpose room of Calinan
Kinder-garten School.
15,000.00
4. Improvement of Calinan Park.
5. Construction of Dalagdag
Muiti-Purpose Pavement.
15,000.00
50,000.00
15,000.00
48,000.00
8. Renovation of the existing
Multi-Purpose Barangay
15,000.00
Hall.
9. Improvement of the Multi
purpose rooms at Calinan
Gymnasium.
10. Construction of Calinan
Market Tiendas.
30,000.00
Catalunan Grande Elem. School
140,000.00
12. Construction of concrete
13,000.00
13. Construction of Quirino Elem.
SUB-TOTAL
of the annex building.
10,000.00
12. Construction of Bago Oshiro
Elem. School Bagong Lipu
nan School Building, (3)
11. Construction of Diego Silang
Elementary School toilet
10,000.00
rooms.
12. General repair of Adminis
High School.
51,415.00
P 504,415.00
13. Construction of Mintal Elem.
School Home Economics
Building.
(D) BUN A WAN DISTRICT:
20,000.00
SUB-TOTAL ..
13. Repair and renovation of
Barangay Hall at Matina
Crossing.
15,000.00
6. Repair of Pagdalahan
Primary School Building
15,000.00
80,000.00
15,000.00
Hall.
2. Renovation of the existing
Barsmgay Hall at Tibungco.
70.000.00
P 630,300.00
15,000.00
3. Construction of concrete
1. Construction of Malagos
Farm Perimeter Fence.
15,000.00
P 328,194.80
Basketball Court at
Tawan-Tawan.
3. Construction of Malagos
I
Building.
70,000.00
SUB-TOTAL
P 115,000.00
Nursery Greenhouse.
1. Construction of New
Carmen Multi-Purpose
Barangay Hall.
4. Construction of Buna wan
Elem. School Home Economics
Purpose Hall at Tawan-
15,000.00
Tawan Barangay.
2. Completion of MultiPurpose Pre-Fab Building
School.
5. Construction of Dalag
Barangay Hall.
21,700.00
Silang Elem. School
Building, Matina Aplaya.
Purpose Barangay Hall at
Biao Guianga.
15,000.00
27,000.00
40,000.00
15,000,00
2. Repair of Saint Jude Elem.
, School Building.
15,000.00
10,000.00
Barangay.
15,000.00
._iL_
13,500.00
10,000.00
140,000.00
6. Painting of Jose Porras (2)
Storey School Building,
5,000.00 ^
New Salmonan.
GRAND-TOTAL ..
. .P193,500.00 2
.P3,39iO,OS7.9& '
15,000.00
Bl
Center and improvement
of Health Center, Malagos
4. Repair and painting of Agdao
Elem. School Building.
SUB-TOTAL .
6. Construction of Day Care
3. Construction of Multi-
I 1. Completion of Diego
Market' Building at
Callawa.
Market Stalls.
4. Construction of Multi-
at New Carmen Elem.
E) TALOMO DISTRICT:
P 193,000.00
5. Construction of Agdao Public
Purpose Pavement with
(F) TUGBOK DISTRICT:
15,000.00
35,000.00
2. Construction of Multi-
fence at Lasang Barangay
Hall.
P 15,000.00
(I) BUHANGIN DISTRICT;
of mountain mixed, earthfill
at Barangay Agdao.
15. Rehabilitation of Talomo
SUB-TOTAL .. ,
15,000.00
3. Earthfilling of 75 Truck Load
(G) BAGUlO DISTRICT;
33,194.80
Foot Bridge.
50,000.00
1. Construction of Mini-
Staff House and canteen at
Bago Aplaya.
7. Repair of Sumimao
Barangay Health Center
Building.
SUB-TOTAL ...
5,000.00
14. Repair of the Bliss Project's
1. Construction of Mudiang
Multi-Purpose Barangay
40,000.00
15,000.00
at Pandaitan.
11. Repair of the old Tugbok
Barangay Hall and completion
trative Assistant Principal's
Office at Talomo Barangay
14. Construction of Pangyan
(Lorenzo) 2 rooms Elem.
School Bagong Lipunan
Building.
Barangay Stage.
40,000.00
10. Cementing of the floor area
fronting the stage for GSIS
Heights Elem. School.
5. Construction of Bar£ingay
Stage at Malabog.
10. Construction of New Valencia
9. Repair of Matina Pangi Elem.
at Dumalag.
70,000.00
Hall for Talandang.
20,000.00
rooms, Bagong Lipunan
School Bldg.
13,500.00
and completion of Barangay
Elem. School (3) rooms
Center at Fatima Barangay.
Elem. School Building (3)
9. Renovation of Barangay stage
8. Improvement of Camilo Osias
50,000.00
4. Completion of Datu Libayao
330,000.00
Mintal Park.
8,000.00
Public Market.
3. Construction of Health
15,000.00
purpose covered gymnasium,
40,000.00
(H) PAQUIBATO DISTRICT;
Public Market.
8. Construction of Multi
Matina District Supervisor's
School Home Economics
Building.
15,000.00
P 225,600.00
2. Construction of Malabog
and HomeEconomics
7. Completion of the existing
School.
15,000.00
Building.
SUB-TOTAL ...
80,100.00
1. Improvement of Paquibato
7. Completion of Biao
Guianga Barangay Hall
40,000.00
6. Construction of Multi-
Purpose Pavement of San
Juan Village Bangkal.
15,000.00
Barangay Multi-Purpose
Pavement.
Elem. School, Bagong
Lipunan School Building,
(3) rooms.
.
6. Construction of Tacunan
5. Completion of Home Econo
mics Building Std. plan for
Bagong Lipunan School Bldg.
12,000.00
Pathway of Calinan Cemetery.
40,000.00
Office.
11. Repair of Army Type School
Building at Pangyan Elem.
School.
Purpose Pavement with
basketball goal at Los
Amigos Barangay.
15,000.00
4. Completion of the Shop
Building for Catalunan Grande
Elem. School.
7. Construction of Calinan
Public Cemetery.
5. Construction of Multi-
15,000.00
6. Construction of Pangyan
Barangay Hall.
School Building.
10,000.00
Building.
10,000.00
3. Repair of New Matina Elem.
3. Construction of Sirib Multi
purpose Barangay Hall.
School Ground.
7. Construction of Baguio
to Vinzon Elem. School
13,500.00
CITY GOVERNMEm' OFRCIALS
LIST OF OTHER GOVERNMENT
OFFICIALS
REGIONAL TRIAL COURT (RTC):
MR. NESTOR U. GIL
- Project Manager,
JUDGE MILAGROS C. NARTATEZ
MR. FELIPE G. BORNEO
ENGR. MODESTO L. SERO
- Superintendent, DCTS
- City Public Service
JUDGE GODARDO A. JACINTO
ENGR. JOSE D. LAGUA
JUDGE MARIANO TUPAZ
ATTY. ALUDIA GADIA
MR. ERNESTO I. PLANA
- City Electrician
- Register of Deeds
- City Internal Control
RCDP
JUDGE BERNARDO V. SALUDARES
JUDGE PACITA CANISARES-NYE
HON. ELIAS B.LOPEZ
HON. CORNELIO P- MASKARINO
City Mtyor
Vici'Mtvor
HON. FELICIOAD C.SANTOS
Assemblywomsn
HON. MANUEHI.GARCIA
AatmWymin
City Councilors
Officer
JUDGE CRISTETO DINOPOL
JUDGE JOSE BANDALAN
JUDGE ROQUE BARNES
Officer
MRS. ALMA C. LOPEZ
DR. JULIAN P. RODRIGUEZ,
- Chairman, Davao
Beautiful, Inc.
Chairman, Citizen's
Consultative Council
JR.
MUNICIPAL TRIAL COURT (MTC):
JUDGE MAGNO C. CRUZ
ATTY. RAUL PICHON
MR. CESAR PUERTO
- Civil Security Officer
- City Probation Officer
JUDGE ENRIQUE B. INTING
MR. ANTONIO GONZAGA
- OIC, City Tourism
JUDGE EDIPOLO V. SARABIA
JUDGE JOSE T. SUELTO
MR. SEVERINO ARFON
- Head, Barangay Secre
Office
tariat
JUDGE FELOMINO J. SALINAS
JUDGE WILLIAM M. LAVAGUE
JUDGE ANITA A. ALAGABAN
HON. ROMUALDO C. QUIMPO
ATTY. BLASITO ANGELES
- City Adminis
ATTY. JAIME V. QUITAIN
- City Sports
MR. GIL M. ABARICO
- City Press
MR. RAMON A. NIERRAS
-
Father
Davao City Charter
trator
HON.ALEXIS C.ALMENORAS
HON.OIOSOAOO MAHIPUS
HON. BIENVENIDO 0. AMORA
HON. VALENTINO C. BANZON HON.TOMAS A. MONTEVEROE.JR.
Coordinator
Secretary
ENGR. VICENTE ALBAY
FISCAL EMMANUEL GALICIA
MRS. CECILIA QUINTiLLAN
City
City
City
City
Treasurer
Engineer
Fiscal
Superin
tendent of
Schools
HON. ANTONIO S.CASTILLO
HON. JULIETA C. FELICIANO
HON.JOSE A,JISON
HUN.ALFREDO H. VERGARA-
HON. DOMINGO R.VIOANEZ
DR. GELACIO MARAVILLA
- City Health
MR. ERNESTO ESGUERRA
- City Assessor
- City Auditor
- City Legal
Officer
MR. RICARTE DUQUE, SR.
ATTY. MEDARDO AG.
CADIENTE
ATTY. FELIPE B. CAPILI
Officer
- City Planning
Development
Officer
MR. BENJAMIN ROMEROSA
HON.PANTALEON V.PELAYO.JR
HON. EXUPERIO M.PORRAS
HON.CIPRIANO R.VILLAFUERTE.JR. HON.OOMINADOR B. ZUNO,JR. HON. ROBERT L. LIMSO (ABC)
JR.
ENGR. ILUMINADO QUINTO
City Budget
Officer
- General Manage
DCWD
ENGR. DEMETRIO ALINADA
1
- City Building
Official
DR. ANSELMO ISMAEL
- City Veterina
rian
MRS. EMERITA RODRIGUEZ
ENGR. ROGELIO FELICIANO
- City Librarian
- City Housing
MR. RODOLFO Z. RAZUL
- City Supervising
Officer
ATTY. CESAR fl. NUNEZ
City Stcnticv
HON BANGOY
ATTY.AGDSTO P. FUENTES
Citv Council Saentwv
DALMACIO DESABILLA
At-Large
ROQUE BOSQUE
Bunawan District
DR. MANUEL GARCIA
Calinan District
SIMPLICIO'TANO
Baguio District
DR. JUAN C. TOLERO
Tugbok District
- City Agricultu
rist
MR. RUFINO D. AMBROSIO,
DEPUTY MAYORS:
Local Government
Officer
RICARDO REYES
Toril District
GREGORIO JUINIO.
Buhangin District
GILBERT NAVARRO
Faquibato District
ARAW NG KALUSUGAN
ARAW NG KAUNISAN
March 10. 1984
March 11, 1984
Morniftg
Morning
5:30 -
5:00
Venue:
HIKING -
Led by His Honor, the City Mayor; National and City Officals,
Venue:
RIZAL PARK
-
GAMES at Rizal Park
RADIO PROGRAM
in-Charge:
6:00
Or. Gelacio Maraviiia
Kwn. Manuel Yap
Mrs. Josefina Bompat
-
6:30
-
GOLF TOURNAMENT - Davao City Golf Club, Day-2
Theme:
FLAG RAISING CEREMONY
Speaker:
Atty. Cesar R. Nunez
City Secretary
In-Charge:
Rizal Park
CHORAL
OVER-ALL IN-CHARGE
-
3:00
-
- BASKETBALL
Afternoon
- GAMES at City Hail Premises & Palaruang Lungsod
2:00
-
Venue:
In-Charge: Col. Jose O. Pascua
Mrs. Gloria Dabbay
Kwn. Rodolfo Cabe, Jr.
In-Charge: Mrs. Felicidad C. Dumiao
- BAND
CONTEST
Venue:
Venue:
Theme: "KABATAAN""
Speaker:
GAMES at Rizal Park
8:00
ARAW
Afternoon
6:00
BAND CONCERT
Venue:
RIZAL PARK
OVER-ALL IN-CHARGE
Executive Assistant
ARAW NG KAUNANGAN
9:00 - KB
In-Charge: Mr. Benjamin R. Romerosa
CYCLING
8:00
-
GAMES AT RIZAL PARK
GAMES AT RIZAL PARK
Kwn. Eduardo Ong
Mr. Emerito A. Francisco
8:30
-
TRIBAL/CULTURAL COMMUNITIES PRESENTATION
Venue:
Mrs. Socorro Nombrado
Rizal Park and Palaruang Lungsod
A) Muslim Dance
-
VARIOUS GAMES AT RIZAL PARK AND PALARU
B) Bagobo Dance
ANG LUNGSOD
C) Horse Fighting
In-Charge: Atty. Jaime V. Quitain
Atty. Renato B. Pagatpatan
Ministry of Muslim Affairs represented
by Atty. Cabinbanan Mamukid
Mr. Emerito A. Francisco
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumtang, MECS
In Charge:
Venue: RIZAL PARK
Mr. Evencio Filipinas
Inauguration
DANCE COMPETITION
4:30 - MODERN
5:30
DANCE COMPETITION
- POP
of Tree Guard, Tionko Avenue
1:00
-CHAMPIONSHIP
GAMES at Rizal Park
MARINES DRUM AND BUGLE TEAM
MUSIC FESTIVAL
8:30 - CLOSING CEREMONIES & AWARDING OF RPIZES
Venue:
2:00
AND AWARDING CEREMONIES at Rizal
In-Charge: Mr. Ernesto I. Plane
Kwn.Joseph Ng Tay
K'er Cecllo San Pedro
Mrs. Fllomena Vlllanueva
Circle K'er Jose Julito Tirol
BOY SCOUT FANCY DRILL EXHIBITION (Inter
OVER -ALL IN-CHARGE
Hon: Diosdado M. Mahipus
mission during the Raffle)
7:00
ARAW NG PAGKAKAISA
March 14, 1984
- RAFFLES
Park
Rizal Park
In-Charge: Circle
"GABI NG MGA MUTYA"at the Palaruang Lungsod
(see separate program)
In-Charge: Atty.
Felipe B. Caplli
Kwn. Cereal T. Sabay
Mrs.Jeanette
Afternoon
- RADIO PROGRAM
1:00
-
GAMES AT RIZAL PARK
2:00
-
BALAGTASAN CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL
Theme:"PAGKAKAISA"
OVER-ALL IN-CHARGE:
ATTY. CESAR R. NUfSEZ
Member, Executive Committee
Davao Beautiful.
Inauguration of Clifford Park Beautificatipn Project
near Boy Scouts Bidg.
Afternoon
Atty. All Bernan for Maguindanao
Mr. Generoso Bangunan for Bagobo
in-Charge; Mr. Gulllermo Anajao
Mr. Julian N. Conception
Hall to
KABATAAN CHORAL COMPETITION
Deputy Mayor Dalmacio Desabilla
Hadji Yusop Uy for Tausog
Atty. Blu Umpar Adiong for Maranao
Mr. Lumayag Catao for Kalagan
BAND CONCERT (March 10-15, 1984)
Ramas
TURH-OVER of fountain in front of Legislative
city OFFICIALS OF THE DAY
Afternoon
Kwn. Ernesto C. Baluyot
5:00
Kwn.Joon
Atty. Nllo Mercado
GAMES on All Athletic Events
PHILIPPINE
Kwn. Gilbert Gallego
3:00
youth
3:30 - folk
PARADE(Bsnkerohan)
In-Charge: Mr. Enrique Lozada
In-Charge: Atty. Jaime V. Quitain
AMATEUR SINGING CONTEST
Rizal Park
GAMES
CHAMPIONSHIP
Speaker; Kwn. Renato B. Pagatpatan
Mr. Eladio Pascual
Speaker: Kwn. Emilio M.PIansay
Rodas
Mr. Nap Doctor
Judge
Magno Cruz
OVER-ALL IN-CHARGE
STUDENTS
RONDALLA PRESENTATION
In-'Charge:
Mrs. Soledad Gumtang
mem
RACE
- FLUVIAL
Theme: "KALiNANGAN"
Kwn. Valentin Corsino
In-Charge: Mr. Gulllermo Anajao
- BANCA
10:00
WRITING
PARLOR
RADIO PROGRAM
6:00
2:00
GAMES at
and on THE SPOT PAINTING CONTESTS
Morning
OF SCHOOLS: Ellas B. Lopez end
bers of the Executive Committee
MARATHON RACE(from Ulasto Rizal Park)
ESSAY
RIBBON CUTTING/OPENING OF AGRO-INDUSTRIAL
-
- VISITATION
SHINE BRIGADE - Co sponsored by MSSD.
March 12, 1984
1:00
8:00
7:30 - OPENING CEREMONIES/LAUNCHING OF SHOE
9:00
Mrs. Felicidad Dumlao
Kwn. Joe Tagalog
Raul Tolentino
Morning
In-Charge: Engr. Rodolfo Junsay
Afternoon
PROGRAM
Theme:"KAGANDAHAN*
KWN. ERNESTO BALUYOT
ON THE SPOT PHOTO PAINTING CONTEST
FAIR AT Magallanes St., Davao City
- RADIO
•alAY NG KABATAAN PARA SA ARAW NG DABAW"
5:30 - KABATAAN PARADE (Magsaysay Park to Rizal Park)
Mr. Emerito A. Francisco
10:30
HG MGA MUTYA
March IS, 1984
Speaker: Kwn.
Atty. Jaime V. Ouitain
Kwn. Ireneo Buiseco
9:00
GAMES at Rizal Park
Morning
-
GAMES AT RIZAL PARK
In-Charge:
-
Kwn. Lucilo Pocot
5:00
8:30
Rizal Park
Hon. Diosdado Mahipus
RIZAL PARK
1:00
Rizal Park
6:00 - SINGING CONTEST (ALL PROFESSIONALS)
RADIO PROGRAM
FOLK DANCE CONTEST
BALLOON FLYING
5:00
Morning
6:00
1:00
Rizal Park
In-Charge: Atty. Jaime V. Quitain
Kwn. Manuel Yap
ARAW NG KABATAAN
March 13, 1984
EXHIBITION GAME(cut of school
youth)
Mrs. Luceria M. de Leon
GAMES at City Hall Premises & Palaruang Lungsod
SINGING CONTEST
Venue:
Mr. Jose Panlllio
8:00
RECITATION CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL
Mrs. Gloria Dabbay
Kwn. Benjamin Sardldo
Mrs. Emerlta Rodriguez
HON. PANTALEON PELAYO, JR.
Kwnc.Annie S. Sabay
BAND MAJORETTES CONTEST
8:00
- CHORAL
at Rizal Park
in-Charge: Mr. Julian Concepcion
In-Charge: Engr. Demetrio C. Alindada
-
2:00
(Places of assignment under separate program)
KALUSUGAN
GOLF TOURNAMENT - Davao City Golf Club - Day 1
7:45
- GAMES
Rizal Park
Venue:
FLAG RAISING in front of City Hall
Speaker: Kwn. Manuel Yap
Kwn. Ireneo Buiseco
idlO
BAND CONCERT
5:00
OPERATION LINIS - to be led by Hon. Ellas B.
Lopez, all city officials, MECS employees
together with Kiwanisi members.
RADIO PROGRAM
BOXING
Afternoon
GAY WALKATHON
Venue:
Speaker: Mr. Enrique Lozada
COM XI, AGRO, and IHU Bands.
at Rizal Park
AMATEUR
STUDENTS
Theme: "KALINISAN"
The hikers vriil be accompanied by the DCHS, RMC, UM, RE-
- GAMES
Mrs. Felicidad Dumlao
Mr. Emerito A. Francisco
6:00
8:00
RIZAL PARK
In-Charge: Mrs. Luz llagan
Kwn. Larry Bretana
In-Charge: Atty. Jaime V. Ouitain - Sports Committee
Atty. Renato B. Pagatpatan
Kiwanian^ and MECS, employees, teachers, students and mem
bers of civic and religious organizations and the general public
from Rizal Park, Quezon Blvd., Magsaysay Avenue., C.M. Recto,
Palma Gil St., Palaruang Lungsod ng Dabaw, Legaspi St., Gen.
Luna St., Quirino Ave., San Pedro St., and back to Rizal Park.
EXCERPTS-FROM-PLAYS PRESENTATION
MARATHON
7:00
- MASS
WEDDING
In-Charge: Mrs. Efigenia Rivas
Kwn.Jose Isidro.
Kwn. Jose Clave
Venue:
Rizal Park
ATTY. FELIPE B. CAPILI
KWN. CEREAL T. SABAY
■"fc.
Araw ng Dabaw
GABI NG MGA MUTYA
March 15, 1984
Balaruatig Euftgsod
Davao City
Executive
Committee
6:00 P.M.
PROGRAM
• ENTRY OF COLORS
* PAMBANSANG AVVIT
Hon. ELIAS B. LOPEZ
Overall Chairman
* TAYO'Y DABAWENYO
* MESSAGE
♦ AWARDING OF GOLD MEDALLION TO
mm\
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BARANGAY GIRL
THE- VERY BEAUTIFUL BARANGAY GIRLS OF 1984
• INTERMISSION
♦ INTRODUCTION OF THE PANEL OF JUDGES FOR THE
MUTYA NG DABAW SEARCH '84
• THE MUTYA NG DABAW '84 SEARCH PAGEANT*
The 5 Finalists
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s.
a* in casual attire'
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y
b. in a talent show
Engr. Vicenie M. Albay
City Engineer
c. in playsuit
Executive Vice-Chairman
di in gowns
e. in an interview
f. with escorts
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*with 5 intermission numbers
• PROCLAMATION OF MUTYA NG DABAW '84
♦ PINNING OF SASH TO THE
PAG-ASA NG DABAW
PATNUBAY NG DABAW
Y-
SINAG
NG
h , '
DIWA NG DABAW
e V. Quitain
DABAW
Legal Office
« presentation of sceptre & CAPE TO THE MUTVA
• CORONATION OF THE MUTYA
:
• OFFERINGS TO THE MUTVA
• EXIT OF COLORS
• RECESSIONAL
'0M-
V-' .
NOTE: The Philippine Marines will participate in the entry of
colors, will escort the Mutya, and its bugle corps will
r;
provide music during the occasion.
Kwn. Rodolfo P. Pimentel
Governor Philippine soutfi District, Ki
Co-Vice t^hairman
Ms. Cecilia Quintillan
City School Superintendent
Co-Vice Chairman
SECRETARIAT
COORDINATORS
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mrs. Salome G. Faune
Ms. Vicky M. Rosello
Ms. Gloria Manamtam
Ms. Luz Obial
Ms. Vilma Noriega
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Ms. Luz Aniocotan
Ms. Beth Galicia
Mj. Bebot Nacario
\tty. Blasito E. Angeles
Hon.'Pantaleon Pelayo, Jr.,
Kwn. Emilio Piansay, PDG
Kwn. Eladio Aviola. PDG
..............
Member
Member
Member
Mr. Edgar Luces
Member
Mr. Tranquillo Paquera
Member
Kwn. Sergio Haw, LGE
Kwn. Renato Pagatpatan, DS
Atty. Cesar R. Nunez
FLUVIAL PARADE
Mrs. Caiidad E. Regodon
Mr. Daniel V. de Vera
Hon. Julieta C. Feliciano
Atty. Nilo Mercado
Hon. Elias B. Lopez
Hon. Milagros C. Nartatez
Chairman
Hon. Aida Gil Damaso
Member
Honorary Chairman
Mr. Agapito Dasmarinas
Hon.
Alexis C. Almendras
Hon. Bienvenido O. Amora
Hon.
Hon.
Lydia S. Bangoy
Hon.
Antonio S. Castillo
Hon.
Hon.
Jose A. jison
Hon. julieta C. Feliciano
Hon. Diosdado M. Mahipus
Tomas A. Monteverde, jr.
Hon.
Exuperio M. Porras
Domingo R. Vidanes
Hon.
Dominador B. Zuno, jr.
Hon.
Cornelio F. Maskarino
Member
Dr. Julian P. Rodriguez
Member
Kwn. Custodio Consuegra
Mrs. Lilia Jampayas
Member
Mr. Pacifico Arcenas
Mr. Vic Moran
Mrs. Paz Garcia
Mrs. Magdaleno Luardo
Kwn. Antonio Uy
Atty. Cesar R. Nunez
..
Hon. Pantaleon Pelayo, Jr.
Hon. Alfredo H. Vergara
Hon. Robert Allan Limso
MEMBERS
Mr. Ramon A. Nierras
Col. Geronimo Valderrama
Dep. Mayor Dalmacio Desabilla
Mr. Jorge Silvosa
Atty. Nilo Mercado
Kwn. Joviio Bermudez
Kwn. Gabriel Arguelles
Atty. Medardo Ag. Cadienie
Kwn. Alex Baruis
Kwn. Charlie Sasin
Kwn. Eduardo Ong
Kwn. Joon B. Ramas
Kwn. Godofredo C. Elayda
Mr. Pedro R. Laviha
Mr. Ricarte C. Duque
Mr. Ernesto A. Esquerra
Mr. Benjamin R. Romerosa
Engr. Modesto L. Sero
Mr. Rufino D. Ambrosio, Jr.
Mr. Angelo M. Abarico
Mr. Ernesto I. Plana
Engr. Iluminado P. Quinto
Mr. Rodolfo Razul
Engr. Demetrio C. Alindada
Dr. Benjamin B. Panganiban
Chairman
FINANCE,-
Hon. Bienvenido O. Amora
Mr. Ramon A. Nierra
Mrs. Exuperia G. Madrazo
Atty. Alberto Montemayor
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mr. Rufino Ambrosio, Jr.
Kwn. Casimiro Arkoncel
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Roman Pacquing
Atty. Aristeo R. Albay
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Sergio Haw
Ms. Fe Osmena Gumban
Mr. Bong S. Dizon
Vice-Chairman
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mr. Jorge Silvoso
'.
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairmkn
Kwn. Joseph Ng Tay
Vice-Chairman
MEMBERS
MEMBERS
Kwn. Dulfuss Lucente
Kwn. Arthur Flores
Kwn. Silvino Presto
Kwn. Remegio Amorillo, Jr.
Kwn. Francisco Tesorero
Kwn. Ernesto Goseco
Kwn. Carlos Millete
Mr. Jonathan Santes
Mr. Leo Rostand Sicam
Mr. Serafin Ledesma, Jr.
Rose Palacio
Kwn. Eugenio Jose
Kwn. Cente Uy
Kwn. Sergio Boyles, Jr.
Kwn. Cirilo Espiridion, Jr.
Mr. Jose Pascual
Mr. Jose Santes
Kwn. Ernesto Baluyot
Kwn. Benito Tipace
Mr. Rannie Belt ran
Cesar Cuison
Mr. Alex Roldan
Kwn. Valentin D. Corsino
Ms. Luz Obial
Ms. Maruja Drilon
Cecile V. San Pedro
Mr. Gerry Cadiente
Mr. Felipe Pancho
Mr. Jimmy Torres
Kwn. Nonoy Flores
Mr. Jess Paulino
Mr. Sonny Joaquin
Ms. Linda dela Cruz
Mr. Tine Garalde
Mrs. Baby Castillo
Mr. Danny Comilang
Mr. Enrique M. Lozada
Atty. Aludia P. Gadia
Mr. Jun Pala
CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS AND CONTESTS
Hon. Julieta C. Feliciano
Mrs. Emerita A. Rodriguez
Kwn. Godofredo C. Elayda
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mrs. Felicidad C. Dumlao
Kwn. Lucilo V. Pocot
.Co-Chairman
Vice - Chairman
Kwn. Renato B. Pagatpatan
Ms. Juliana M. Oceiia
Kwn. Joon Ramas
Kwn Alex Baruis
Mr. Romeo Pasia
Kwn. Eduardo Ong
Kwn. Charlie Sasin
Mrs. Concordia Silvosa
Kwn. Arthur Caparas
PRIZES
Hon. Domingo R. Vidanes
Honorary Chairman
Mr. Rufino D. Ambrosio, Jr
Kwn. Emilio Piansay
Ms. Aurelia Sunga
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mr. Ernesto Plana
Kwn. Valentin Corsino
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairbaan
MEMBERS
Kwn. Ricardo Cadelifla
Ms. Anne Victoria Silvosa
Kwn. Henry Javellana
Mrs. Nora Fe Hinojales-Alajar
Mr. Franklin V.Aquino
Kwn. Raul Sarenas
Mr. Cornelio Mundala
Kwn. Gilbert Gallego
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumtang
Kwn. Godofredo Elayda
Miss Perla R. Palma Gil
Kwn. Salvador Francisco
Mrs. Tessie Trazona
Mrs. Natividad B. Paque
Mr. Felipe A. Faderan
Mrs. Lydia Advincula
Mr. Willy Tee
FILM FESnVAL
MEMBERS
Hon. Jose A. Jison
Honorary Chairman
Atty. Cesar R. NuTlez
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumtang
Kwn. Larry Uretana
Mr. Julian M. Concepcion
Kwn. Valentin D. Corsino
Miss Cecilia Teves
Mrs. Maximina C. Dolendo
Kwn. Manuel Sagulili
Mrs. Aida R. Ford
Mr. Guillermo B. Anajao
Kwn. Arthur C. Caparas
Mrs. Avelina Dy
Mrs. Luz C. Ilagan
Kwn. Gilbert Gallego
Kwn. Jerry Grandea
P'of- Rodulph Paras, Jr.
Mrs. Florie Marasigan
Kwn. Jose Clave
Kwn. Reynaldo Sorongon, Jr.
Kwn. Florencio Gaspar
Mrs. Thelma Panganiban
Mrs. Segundina Magbanua
Mrs. Gloria Dabbay
Kwn. Ferdinand L. Quintos
Mrs. Socorro Nombrado
Mrs. Emerita A. Rodriguez
Dr. Juan A. Abear
Dr. Anselmo Ismael
Mr. Ernesto Plana
Ms. Norma D. Suico
(Publicity & Souvenir Program)
Atty. Felipe B. Capili
Mr. Nestor U. Gil
Kwn. Joseph Ng Tay
Mr. Angelo M. Abarico
Mrs. Luceria M. de Leon
Fiscal Emmanuel D. Galicia
Dr. Gelacio M. Maravilla
Honorary Chairman
Valentino C. Banzon
Hon. Cipriano R. Villafuerte, Jr,
Hon. Milagros C. Nartatez
Kwn. Francisco Paner
Kwn. Teodoro Venus
Kwn. Antonio Moraleda
Mr. Solaiman A. Interino
Mrs. Agripina Milan
Kwn. Ernesto C. Baluyot
Kwn. Gerardo Magdaleno
Fr. Emeterio Barcelon, S.J
Hon. Jose A. Jison
Hon.
Co-Chairmaa
Co-Chairman
.eo-Oiairman
...............Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
... ...........Vice—Chairman
Vice-Chariman
..............Vice—Chairman
MEMBERS
Mr. Enrique M. Lozada
Mrs. Angelina C. Senal
Mr. Felipe R. Villaber
Alma C. Lopez
Co-Ch'airman
Mrs. Lily Adiong
Kwn. Joon Ramas
Kwn. Eduardo Coching
Kwn. Rodolfo Cabe
Lt. Col. Douglas Rosete
Maj. Corette Saldana
Maj. Librado Udia
Lt. Franklin Llanto
PUBUCITY AND SOUVENIR PROGRAM
Mrs.
Ghairman
Co-Chairmaa
DATU BAGO AWARDS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Dr. Luceria M. de Leon
HONORARY MEMBERS
Hpnorary Clairman
Mr. Enrique M. Lozada
Hadji Yusop Uy
Chairman
Kwn. Charlie Sasin
Co-Chairman
Prof. Rodulph Paras, Jr
Kwn. Benito Tipace
Co-Chairman
.Co-Chairman
MEMBERS
Atty. Felipe B. Capili
Kwn. Alfonso Periquet
Atty. Valentin Corsino
Kwn. Rodolfo D. Reyes
Kwn. Ed. Santos Cuyugan
Kwn. Francisco P. Tesorero
Mr. Gogo Alba
Kwn. Francisco Yu -
Kwn. Salvador M. Francisco
Kwn. Gonzalo S. Palamos
Kwn. Teofilo Marasigan
Kwn. Felimon B. Macaraeg, Sr.
Mrs. Concepcion C. Feranil
Kwn. Joseph Sasin
Kwn. Pablo M. Piatos, Sr..
Mrs. Amelia C. Solomon
Kwn. Benjamin Sardido
CTAGB, ARCHES AND DECORATIONS
Hon. Cipriano R. Villafuerte, Jr
Honorary Chairman
Engr. Demetrio C. Alindada
Chairman
Kwn. Ireneo Bulseco
Kwn. Silvino Presto
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Ilumindao Quinto
Mr. Gerardo H. dela Vega
Kwn. Isaac Robillo
Kwn. Florentine Kintanar
Kwn. Paulino G. Arcangel
Kwn. Benjamin Lee
Kwn. Ruperto S. Demonteverde
Kwn. Hector Mendoza
Kwn. Casimiro V. Arkoncel
Kwn. Magno F. Mateo
Kwn. Dean F. Clair
Kwn. Levi Damaso
Kwn. Norman Norstorm
Kwn. Marcelo R. Pimentel
Kwn. Paul Dango
Kwn. Raul Sarenas
Mr. Ernesto T. Tabaniag
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Conrado M. Labao
Kwn. Benedicto Tablante
Mr. Severino S. Arpon
Col. Jose O. Pascua
Mr. Antonio Gonzaga
Mr. Flor Dolendo
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Carlos Aw Millete
Kwn. Guillermo R. Vidanes
Miss Marilou Tarnate
Engr. Simplicio B. Amper
MEMBERS
Engr. Norma P. Llamas
Engr. Juaniio Vito
Engr. Antonio Fuliga
Mr. Napoleon Gardose
Kwn. Omar Payumo
Kwn. Hermogenes Dumbrique. Jr.
Kwm. Jose Calvin Camino
LIGHT/SOUND/HALL ARRANGEMENT
Kwn. Eugenio Jose
Kwn. Edgardo Laud
Mrs. Lilia G. Jampayas
Mrs. Mercedes 0. Tabijc
Mr. Rogelio Gonzales
Hon. Alfredo H. Vergara
Engr. Modesto L. Sero
Mrs. Agripina B. Milan
Kwn. Eduardo Ong
Engr. Rogelio Magnaye
Co-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Felipe Rama
Vice-Chairman
Mr. Vic Moran
Mr. Victor Moran
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
Chairman
MUTYA NG DABAW '84 COMMnTEE
Hon. Antonio S. Castillo
Honorary Chairman
Hon. Julieta C.
Dit Pedro O S^vicente
Atty. Felipe B. Capil,
Honorary Chairman
Honorary Chairman
Honorary Chairman
Mrs. Jeanette N. Rodas
Chairman
MEMBERS
Mr. Jose A. Tompong
Division Secretary
Area Council Chairman
for Davao City
Mrs. Concepcion C. Feranil
Mr."Juanito C. Tayao
Corazon Verano
Coordinator
RAFFLES
Mr. Ernesto I. Plarja
Prof.Rodulph Paras, Jr.
KIWANIS
Mr. juanito Tayao
ICwn. Cereal T. Sabay
Kwn. Rene B. Pagatpatan
Kwn. Joon Ramas
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Mr. Rodolfo Razul
Kwne. Lily Piansay
Mrs. Joji Ilagan-Bian
jMrs. Tessie Abesamis
Mrs. Precy B. Sacriz
Mrs. Cecilia Teves
Kwn. Cente Uy
Mr. Victor Moran
Mr. Totoy Domingo
Mrs. Priscilla B. Cadena
Miss Gelsomina Pulido
Dr. Ursula C. Valderama
Mr. Eladio Pascunl
Kwn. Alftedo Petiquet
Mrs. Virginia Alconcel
Mrs. Felicldad Dumlao
Mrs. Efigenia C. Rivas.
Godofredo Elayda
Mrs. Gloria Dabbay
Mrs. Fe Osmena-Gumban
Mr. Julian Concepcion
Valentin D. Corsino
Silvino Presto
«emegio Amorillo. Jr
Mr. Guillermo Anajao
Mr. Ernesto Tabaniag
Eduatdo One
Mrs. Gloria Presto
Cirilo Espitidion, jr
Mrs. Gloria Marasigan
Cente Uy
Miss Perla Palma Gil
Mr. Felipe Pancho
Ms. Elentta L. Advincuia
Alty. Cabinbangan Mamukid
Co-Chairman
Mr. Benjamin Romerosa.
Mr. Eladio Pascual, MEGS
Kwn. Jimmy Quinonez
Vice-Chairman
MrA?^"T'"
Aquino
M• ^
Pacba
..
Chairman
Chairman
Dr. Anselmo Ismael
■ • -^o-Chairman
Mr. Reynaldo Andal. . . ."
Engr. Juanito Vito . . i | |
Kwn. Roberto Puentespina
Mrs. Arac"F
Kwn. Cesar Gabriel
Lt. Leoncio Cirumay
Kwn. Arthur C. Caparas
Kwn. Lucilo V. Pocot
Kwn. Larry Bretana
Kwn. Michael J. Nuhez
Mr. Constantine Pangolibay
Mrs. Florentina Guillen
Mr. Alejandro Pacba
Mrs. Leonoro L. Quemada
Kwn. Ferdinand Quintos
Kwn. Jose Clave
Kwn. lerry T. Grandea
Aneek?'
Mr. Jose R° u
juanito c
^"emio
MECS.
Oianzon
s;vS^-Dimalaluan
J!'®- Amelia c
Matceln T
Jose A. T
YOUTH participations
Kwn. Emil Piansay, PDG.
Mr. Arturo Buenavista
Member
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
ARNEL PIONCIO
University of Mindanao
RUDITO M.
m. mello
MELLO
University of Mindanao
P®"®
Hon. Alexis C. Almendras
Hon. Diosdado A. Mahipus
Chai
Mrs. Angelina C. Serial
Juanito C. Tayao
Kwn• Elorencio
pi'''® Espiridion
Caspar h '
Tagum, Davao
ERNESTO LIBRANDO
University of Mindanao
Digos, Davao del Sur
Benemerita delos Reyes
Hon. ValenrFelipe a"°f^h
Dep. MaVl
Mayor Gilb'"e?t'"M
Benito J.
Navarre
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Chairma.,
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Vice rw 1""^"
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Vice-S
Vice-r^"'"an
Mr. Rr,7r
Rito 7 nMr. Ant
■ Dianzon
Mr. Sever?r,°
FlorenUn
Marcor?^''"^,Titian
f-'l°ten,ina
Agro-Industrial Foundation
College of the Philiippines
Mt. Apo Science Foundation
EMETERIO PILOTON
Co- Qiairman
Mr. Severino S. Arpon
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Rodolfo Pimentel
Kwne. Pacit Aviola
Kwne. Annie Sabay
Co-Chaitman
Co-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Mrs. Pelicidad Dumlao
Ms. Aurelia G. Sunga
Mr. Ernesto Tabaniag
Kwn. Reynaldo Sorongon, Jr.
Ms. Filomena P. Villanueva
Mrs. Librada Rufo
Miss Laura Corcino
Kwn. Virgiiio Cue
Kwn. Jose Isidro
Kwn. Rogelio Escabas
Mrs. Visitacion Tayao
Mr. Cesar Ollosa
Mrs. Solemnidad Banto
Mrs. Jacoba C. Conanan
Mrs. Efigenia Rivas
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumtang
Mrs. Exuperia Madrazo
Mr. Eladio Pascual
Mrs. Florentina Guillen
Mrs. Caridad Regodon
Dr. Romeo Javier
Engr. Norma Llamas
Mrs. Jocaba Cunanan
Kwn. Roberto Puentespina
Kwn. Fiorencio Caspar
Kwn. Juanito Chiongson
Drs. Thelma R. Navarrez
Mr. Flores D. Dolendo
Kwn. Jimmy Quinonez
Mrs. Josefina Bompat
Mr. Patricio Navarro
Mrs. Araceli Bernabe
Mrs. Esther jover
AWARD AND DISTINCTIONS
Hon. Bienvenido O. Amora
Honorary Chairman
Atty. Felipe B. Capili
Honorary Chairman
. .Chairman
. .Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-chairman
Co-Chairman
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Mrs. Gloria Oabbay
Engr. Jesus Bautisia
College of the Philippines
A l.r,.
MANUEL r-CAMPUGAN
. . . . Cor Jesu College
'•KEDISMINDA SALIMBAGAT . . Holy Cross of Davao College
P. ASILO I
. . . . Key Club of Cor Jesu College
WANriCl
CELEBRATION
la
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
Ms. Perla R. Palma Gil.
Rjzal Memorial Colleges
Immaculate Conception College
ADOLFO LAGLEVA
Kwn. Roberto Puentespina
Kwn.
Col,;Kwn Sah
r ■"■esto
Circle K'er Cecile V. San Pedro
Mrs. Alma C. Lopez
Dr. Luceria M. de Leon
Mr. Joe Panhho
Kwn. Gerardo Magdaleno
Kwn. Carlos Rodriguez
Davao City
JOSE JULITO TIROL
NQEMl HUERVANA
Ent.r
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8 • lluminado
p On' members
jr*"' '^®ynaldo Sorona'f?n°
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BEAUTIFICATION & CLEANLINESS
Kwn. Jose dela Victoria
Kwn. Mario Adverderada
CLUB PRESIDENTS
Mr.
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Chairman
Member
Co-Chairman
M'Honorio V L„m'"
Mr. luani,. /-i-umam
Kwn. Rudy Quinao
Mr. Roger G. Layson
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumiang
Mr. Ricarte L. Duque
Kwn. Jose Calvin Camino
Mrs. Angelina C. Serial-
Mrs• Ef'genia c. Cruz
Mrs. Liberia C. Amuan
;. Bernabe
kwn. ERNESTO C. BALUYOT
Chairman
Kwn. Carlos Miliete
Mrs. Precilla Cadena
.Mrs. Esther Jover
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Mrs. Virginia rt icor.cel
Co-Chairman
'Strict Administrator
^'.rcle K Club, Philippines-South District
Vice-Chairman
MEMBERS
International
- Go, Lnairman, Baguio District
- Co-chairman, Calinan District
- Co-Chairman, Gen. Roxas District
- Co-chairman, Tugbok District
- Co-Chairman, Daliaon District
- Co-Chairman, Piedad District
Hon. Pantaleon V. Pelayo, Jr.
Kwn. P'rancisco Tesorero
Col. Jose O. Pascua
Mr. Pablo T. Naong
Kwn. Emilio Piansay
Mr. Pedro i. l.avina
Kwn. Eladio Aviola
Kwn. Cereal T. Sabay
Key Ciuh
Kiwanis- i''nternationa'
^'''"PPines-Sourh District
- Co-chairman. Talomo District
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Kwne. Amy Pagatpatan
Mr. Simplicio Tano
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chair.man
Co-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
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Mrs. Lucia Cirunay
Dr. Manuel Garcia
. . . Honorary Chairman
INTERNAL CONTROL COMMITTEE
members
t^omlnador a
Mrs. Dommadora B. Javierto
Mrs. Carmen C. Carino
Ms. Amelita T. KImpo
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
kJJ" fe'f
Miss Perla Raima Gil
Miss Corazon R. Olmillo
Mrs. Hermlnia L. Maningo
Mr. Pablo Juinio
Mr. Roque T. Bosque
Mrs. Fe Osmena-Gumban
Mrs. Gloria Presto
Co-Chairman
Ai I nr.
Kwn. Lucilo V. Pocot
Kwn. Paul T. Arcangel
Mr. Generoso Bangunan
Mrs. Fanny Yuhuico
• • ^'"-Chairman
members
Atty. All Beman
Mr. Kicardo Reyes
Dr. Juan Tolero
SEcuarrv
'ce-Chairman
Dr. Armando Barbadillo, Jr.
Mr. Giiberto Navarro
Kwn. Eduardo Palo
Mr. Antonio Alvarez
Mr. Benjamin Romerosa
Mrs. Iderlina Alvarez
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Kwn. Sabino Dalagan
Kwne< Annie Sabay
Mr. Gregorio Perez
Atty. Bio Umpar Adiong
Kwne. Charito Puentespina
Mts. Florentine R. Guillen
^'."-Chairman
■ • ■ ^'."-Chairman
Mr. Alfredo Mate
Mr. Lumayag Catao
Hon. Lydia S. Bangoy
Mr. Constantino Pangolibay
Mr. Juanito C. Tayao
Honorary Chairman
Kwn. Atty. Valentin Catsin^
Mr. Ramondi Alonto
Mr. Pedro T. Lavina
. . . Honorary Chairman
Engr. Modesto L. Sero . .
Mr. Rudobaldo Costan
Mr. Patrocinio Deles
Mr. Amancio Oesabilla
ORCHIDS
Mr. Autemo Alconcel
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Kwn. Carlos liustre
Kwn. Rogeiio Escovar
Mr. Jose A. Tompong
Mr. Jose A. Barbaton
^airman
crrh®'""®"
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K.„. Be„i.o Tip.ce"
Mr. Lumayag Catao
Mr. Marcelo T. Opalla
Mr. Severino Dimalaluan
Mrs. Amelia C. Solomon
Honorary Chairman
Mr. Rodolfo Razul
Mrs. Caridad B. Regodon .. .
Kwn. Ferdinand L. Quintos
Mr. Severino Dimalaluan
Mr. Alabiga Maligatong
members
Col. Francisco Pangilan
Kwn. Teolilo Marasigan
Hnn,.,,..,. /-u •
Hono a v
Mr. Severino S. Arpon
Mr. Marcelo Opalla
Kwn. Jose Gapistan
Mr? STtn^n Mansumira
Chairman
Chairman
■ • • •.
Hon. Valentino C. Banzon
Mr. Rito Dianzon
Kwn. Roberto Puentespina
Kwn. Candido Agbisit
Co-Chairman
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Mr. Alejandro Pacba
Mr. Jose Barbaton
Kwn. Carlos Rodriguez
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Mrs. Lilia Buenavista
Hon. Robert Allan Limso
Kwn. Jose Isidro
Mr. Salim T. Kusin
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MODEL BARANGAY CONTEST
Kwn. Vicente Doctolero
Mr. Ignacio Buat, Sr.
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Col. Jose Pascua
Brit,
°en Bulseco
Jose Isidro
Hon. Cipriano Villafuerie, Jr.
Engr. Federico Raz
Mr. Barie Sahidain
Mr. Rito Dianzon
Oscar Payumo
Mrs. Mercedes Tabije
Mrs. Florfie U. Marasigan
Mrs. Trinidad Reloba
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Maj. Benito Pesic
Kwn. Silvino Presto
E^nie Baluyoi
Mrs. Segundina Magbanua
Mr. Cesar Villagomeza
Hadji Vusop Uy
Kwi>. Ernesto Baluyot
Honorary Chairman
Chairman
Chairman
Kwn. Virgiiio Cue
Nonoy Flores
Kwn. Silvino Presto
Mrs. Gloria B. Presto
Gen, Dionisio 9 Ta
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Kwn Rudy Quinao
Santos
Kwn.
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Joseph Ng Tay
Mrs. Soledad Gumiang
Fiscal Antonio Tan
Chairman
Mrs. Lina B. Mahacap
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Feranil
LVciio V. Pocot
Mrs. Jacoba Gunanan
Kwne. Gigi Pimentel
Mrs. Natividad Sarenas
Mrs.
Mrs. .Lourd
Lourdes
Montedeagudo
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Kwn. Remegio Amonllo, Jr.
Honorary Chairman
Dep. Mayor Daimacio A. DesabiFIa
Vice-Chairman
Eladio Aviola
^arlie Sasin
MEMBERS
Kwn. Hermogenes Dumbrique
Sergio Haw
Mrs. Esther Jover
Capt. Ramon D. All
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
^niio Tipace
Mr. Cesar Ollosa
Mr. Emillo Palma Gil ,
Mrs. Rosario AliRo
Pedro Lim
Mr. Generoso G. Bangunan
Mrs. Soledad Gumtang
Col. Geronimo Vatderrama
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Patricio
Calolot.T
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Mr. Cesar B. Ollosa
Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chaitman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Eladio Aviola
Fernando Ngo
Kwn. Edgardo Laud
Mrs. Florie U. Marasigan
Mr. Jose A. Barbaton
Kwn. Rodolfo Cabe
Jovito Bermudez
Atty. Felipe B. Capili
CULTURAL COMMUNITIES
CIVIC 4 MILITARY PARADE
Mrs. Lilia Jampayas
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Hon. Alexis C. Atmendras
Kwn. Willy Te
Mr. Leo Rostand Sicam
Mr. Alfonso Guino-o
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Kwn. Gerardo Magdalene
(Raffles)
Mrs. Agripina Milan
Mr. Oscar Andres
Kwn. Jose dela Victoria
Honorary Chairman
Judge Magno Cruz
. Capt. Delfin A. Elises
Brgy. Capt. Patrocinio T. Delos.Sr.
. . Vice-Chairman
MEMBERS
S. Rosalinda
Mr. Fundador R.
Sahagun
Kwn. Gilbert Gallego
Mrs. Avelina Dy
Mr. Jesus T. Bosque.
Dep. Mayor Manuel A. Garcia
Mr. Nazario K. Navarro, Sr.
. . Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Larry BretaRa
Mrs. Juliana Ocena
Mr. Felipe Faderan
Mr. Antonio D. Gonzaga
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Dep. Mayor Pablo E. Juinio
. . Co-Chairman
- . . Co-Chairman
. . Vice-Chairman
Hon. Pantaleon V. Pelayo, Jr.
. Capt. Cresencio M. Tutor
. Capt. Ernesto Beltran
. Capt. Grancisco C.Cabtera
. Cape. Amparo S. San Juan
. Capt. Jose Yap
. Capt. Paz 5. Garcia
Dep. Mayor Ricardo I. Reyes
Chairman
Kwn. Jess dela Cruz
MEMBERS
Atty. Arlsteo V.R. Albay
Mr. juan Morala
BOARD OF JUDGES
Dep. Mayor Gregorio P. Perez
Atty. George S. Uvatino
Mr. Napoleon Doctor
Mr. Rodolfo Panaguiton
Kwn. Benjamin B. Sardido
(FLOATS/PARTICiPATION/FLUVIAL PARADE)
. Capt. Pacifico L. Arcenas
Dep. Mayor Gilbert Navarro
Chairman
Chairman
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Kwn. Valentin D. Corsino.
Mrs. Exuperia G. Madrazo
Mrs. Severina O. Villarin
Kwn. Raul Tolentino
Mr. Jose Angliongto
Kwn. Custodio Consuegra
Mr. Fracisco Abat
Engr. Vic Chin
. Capt. Epifanio Datoy
Dep. Mayor Roque T. Bosque
Honorary Chairman
Atty. Medardo Ag. Cadiente !
Mrs. Filomena P. Vjjlanueva .
Mr. Isagani S. Rodriguez .
Kwn. Joseph Ng Tay
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Mr. Benjamin R. Romerosa! ! !
VICE CHAIRMAN;
Co-Chairman, Sta Ana District
Co-Chairman, Davao Central Disirict
Dep. Mayor Juan C.Toleto
Kwn. James Yap
Mr. Angelo Abarico
Atty. Aludia P. Gadia
Kwn. Manuel Sagulili
Kwn. Omar Payumo
Kwn. Pedro Pajaton
Mr. Juan Andoy
Co-Chairman, Paquibato District
Dep. Mayor Simplico R. Tano, Sr.
Hon. Robert Allan Limso . .
MECS/DPCTA
Mr. Pete Lavina
MEMBERS
Atty. Agosto Fuentes
Atty. Concado A. Estuart
Pinky Fernandez
CITY GOV'T.
Judge Magno C. Cruz
Atty. Nilo Mercado
Mr. Roberto de Guzman
Mr. Jose Barbaton
Rossana RotoJ
Area Council Chairman
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Mr. Alejandro Pacba
for Davao del Norte . .
CO-CHAIRMAN:
• Co-Chairman, Maiina District
• Co-Chairman, Bangoy District
• Co-Chairman, Ouhangin District
Co-Chairman, Bunawan District
Mr. Honorio G. Santos
Mrs. Amelia C. Solomon
Rosebella C. Layno
Petchie Espera
Division Treasurer
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Most outstanding youth of
Benjie Eugenio
Republika ng Pilipinas
COMMITTEE ON YOUTH OFFICIALS OF DAVAO
CITY
ALAY NG KABATAAN PARA SA
Davao City
ARAW
NG DABAW
Lungsod ng Oabaw
FINAL LIST OF THE CITY
YOUTH OFFICIALS
: Maguid Adal . . University
City Mayor
The city's Araw ng Kabataan Com
mittee has chosen a former youth
councilor
as
the
Most
of Mindanao
: Ma. Lourdes Cango - Im
City Vice-Mayor
Youth of Davao City as one of the
: Randy Gamboa - Univer
City Councilors
highlights of the "Alay ng Kabataan
Para Sa Araw ng Dabaw celebration.
This was bared by City Councilor
Diosdado Mahipus, KB representative
in the Sangguniang Panlungsod through
the city press office.
Cecilio Canoneo USP -CET
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1! : Michael Noel
of Mindanao
Rhesus dela Fuente - USP-
III : Marie Emmaline Cordero-
editor of
University of Southern Philippines
Arvin Simeon - USP - CET
OUTSTANDING
YOUTHS
Allan Paul Alagar - Uni
versity of Mindanao
the academic circles as an outstanding
student leader and community service-
jocelyn Lope - Matina
the
Barangay High School
necessary exposure and insights which
Bencaro Atkoncel - USP -
make up the basic ingredients of a
CET
well- rounded and mature leader."
Benjie has maintained an impress
: Margie Cebrado - Univer
City Council
sity of Mindanao
Secretary
CHARIIO ROSSANA B. FRANCISCO
SAMUEL 0. ROSALES
Rizal Memorial Colleges
University of Mindanao
Reynaldo Capili - University
Mayor
of Mindanao
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ganizations' thrust in the political,
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social and economic upliftmeni of the
City Building
youth.
Official
:'■ Allan Sivelleno
City Fiscal
: Isabelita Longakit
Other outstanding youths are: Cha-
City Engineer
: Gregorio Hatico - Rizal
Memorial Colleges
City Treasurer
: Rodrigo Vallescas
:
rito Rossana Francisco, Rizal Memo
Schools Division
rial Colleges; Samuel Resales, Earl
Superintendent
City Health
Herceda and Reynaldo Capili, all from
the University of Mindanao.
City Assessor
years ago. Past awardees are Lalaine
City Auditor
Visitacion of the Immaculate Concep
tion College and Rey Navacilla, this
City LegM
Most
Outstanding
Youth,
of
the
of
the
University of Mindanao,
:
;
PROGRAMME:
MORNING
..Assembly time/MagsaysayPark
5:30 AM
6:30 AM
..Grand Parade
8:00 AM
..Opening Ceremony
Magsaysay Park to Rizal Park
Place: Rizal Park
A. Marathon Race arrival
from Ulas
B. Launching of Shoeshine
brigade
A joint sponsor by MSSD
and KB.
C. Induction into office of
the City Youth Officials
of the day
D. Launching of Soap Making
Project to be conducted
Ma. Armie Camado
by KBRYDC /Appro Tech
: Alma Cabiten - Rizal Memo
Dept.
rial Colleges
Officer
The Search for the Most Outstand
ing Youth of Davao City was the
brainchild by Councilor Mahipus three
of Search
PAGSISIKAP AY PAG-UNLAD
Found. Col. of the Phil,
Private Sec. of thei:
headed by its secretary general Cecilio
Canoneo said that Benjie has played
a vital role in the success of its or-
year's chairman
THEME:
City Administraror : Adolfo Lagleva - Agro Ind.
ment letter to the KB.
Meanwhile, the KB scholars' cell
ARAW NG DABAW
Barangay High School
Arnold Sierra - USP - CET
ive record in blending both his studies
and extra-curricular activities well
Dr. Manuel Camacho, USP instruction i
division director, states in his indorse
ALAY NG KABATAAN PARA SA
Ana Marie Capili - Macina
Youth Development Center,
with
of Davao City
City High School (Sta.Ana)
Regional
him
Committee on Youth Officials
Regina Organiza - Davao
said that his '.'various experience in
provided
ROMEO T. SABIO
Chairperson, Davao Junior Jaycees
City High School (Sta. Ana)
BENJAMIN B. EUGENIO JR.
Ma. Eugenia Quinio - Matina Barangay High School
has
City High School
CET
the Makabayan, KB regional newsletter.
Ricardo N. Caspar, manager of the
worker
Immaculate Conception
College
V : Emmanuel Pastoriza - Davao
Ma. Elena Sotomayor - Davao
past editor of
the College Highlight. USP official
student publication. Benjie, as friends
associate
Manahan Sulang - University
Davao University
Eugenio, the third awardee of the
Youth, is formerly the president of
regional federation of KB school chap
Conception Collegd
City Court Judge I : Babes Good
Archibald Cabungal - USP -
in the city basing on his leadership
KB Search for the Most Outstanding
Rosalind Cocueco -
Ir
Immapuiate
Joel Martin - Ateneo de
University of Southeastern Philippines I
him, was an
Armi
City Architect : A
CET
is this year's Most Outstanding Youth '
call
Imelda Riza del Rosario : Ii
Immaculate
Conception College
Ir
sity of Mindanao
Benjamin M. Eugenio, Jr. of the
ter. He was also the
Development
Officer
maculate Conception College
Outstanding
and community involvement.
City Planning &
E. KBSC City Council visit to
the Mental Hospital.
: Rey Escurzon
: Mafy Rose Ferrando - Uni
versity of Mindanao
: Madison Gabayan - Rizal
F. On the Spot Painting Con
test
G. Parlor Games
•Ground Breaking Ceremony of
10:00 AM
Memorial Colleges
Officer
the building of Rehabilitation
City Development Mariene Crabajales
EARL R. HERCEOA
REYNALDO R. CAPILI
Coordinator
University of Mindanao
University of Mindanao
City Agricul
turist
:
AFTERNOON
:
Rogelio Olaivar - Rizal
Memorial
f
Colleges
City Budget
Officer
Center for the Drug Dependent.
1:30 PM
2:45 PM
B. Modern Dance Contest
Aida Labrador
: Ma.
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C. Easy Writing Contest
City Veterinarian: iLorna Crabajales
City Commanding
a
Those who want to
give light must
endure burning!
City Fire Chief
City Librarian
: R
f exie Pajarillaga - University
of Mindanao
: Gerald Valderama - Davao
rial Colleges
LALAINE N. VISITACION
University of Mindanao
Ifitmaculate Concepcion College
5:00 PM
E. Confirmation of most
Outstanding Youth
Closing Ceremony
Central High School
: Jocelyn Rasces - Rizal
Memorial Colleges
City Electrician : Shadrach Saban - Rizal Memo
reynaldo C. NAVACILLA
D. Pop Music Festival
Officer Metro-
discom
..Himig Ng Kabataan
..A. Folk Dance Competition
OVER ALL CHAIRMAN
HON. DIOSDADO A. MAHIPUS
KB President
DEPUTY MAYORS
HEALTH AND FIRCT AID
Hon. Exuperio M. Porcas
Honorary Chairman
Dr. Gelacio M. Maravtlla
Mrs. Josefina Bompat
Kwn. Manuel Yap
Chairman
....Co-Chairman
Co-Chairm'an
Mrs. Victoria G. Beliran
Kwn. Eduatdo Coching
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Alvin Garduque
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Romeo Cruz
Kwn. Peter Lim
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Carlos Escudero
... .•
Vice-Chairman
Lt. Col. Doughlas Roseie
Vice-Chairman
MEMBERS
Dr. Jose Ladrido, Jr.
Mrs. Manica Ja-lain
Dr. Thelma R. Navarrez
Mrs. Ma Luisa Oingal
Med Tech Assn. of DaVa«
Dr. Romeo G.Javier
Mrs. Trinidad Vambao
Ms. Aylene Braga
Dra. Victoreacta BilJones
Dalmacio Desabilla
Al-Large
BANDS AND DRUMS (DIANA)
Hon. Antonio S. Castillo
Honorary Chairman
Roque Bosque
Dr. Manuel Garcia
Bunawan Districl
Calinan District
Mr. Guillermo Anajao ........ . .......... .Chairman
Mr. Julian Concepcion
Co-Chairman
Kwn. Jerry T. Grandea
Co-Chairman
MEMBERS
Mr. Evencio Pitipinas
Kwn. James Yap
Mr. Jose Alba
Kwn. Virgilio Cue
Kwn. Willy Te
Kwn. Samuel Uy
Circle K'er Cecile V. San Pedro
Mr. Julian Badilla
Mr. Benedicto Alunday
Kwn. Johnny Uy
Mr. Precioso Talaboc
Kwn. Jess dela Cruz
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Kwn. Cente Uy
3ALOONS & KITE FLYING
Hon. Tomas Monteverde, Jr.
Honorary Chairman
Col. Jose O. Pascua .... *
Chairman
....Co-Chairman
...Vice-Chairman
...Vice-Chairman
... .Co-Chairman
Mrs. Gloria P. Dabbay
Mr. Ernesto 1. Plana ..!]
Kwn. Rodolfo Cabe, Jr. .)[
Kwn. Ricardo Cadile^a
Slmplicio Tano
Baguio District
Ricardo Reyes
Dr. Juan C.Tolero
^Tugbok District
Toril District
MEMBERS
Kwn. Eduardo Palo
Kwn. Pajaron, Jr.
Mrs. Benemerita delos Reyes
Miss Eyangelina A. Gonzaga
Kwn. Ernesto Bjjuyot
Kwn. Teodoro Venus
Kwn. Frank Paner
Assemblyman
Mrs. Liiia J. Robin
PHOTO AND PAINTING CONTEST ON THE SPOT
Hon. Bienvenido O. Amora
.Chairman
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
^n. Jesus dela Cruz
rwn. Nonoy Flotes
Vice-Chairman
Vice-Chairman
Kwn. Eugenio Jose
Vice-Chairman
Ms. Rachel Holazo
Mrs. Aida Ford
Kwn. Rodolfo Cabe
Mrs. Josie C. Tiongko
IS*"'
Kwn. Sergio Haw
Kwn. Ferdinand 'Juinios
'"idro
Concepcion
Kwn. Jose dela Victoria
Gregoho Perez
Pablo Julnio
Gilbert Navarro
Talomo District
Buhangin District
Paquibato District
Davao City was created after the signing of a bill introduced
on March 16, 1937.
State ... from page 33
Concepcion Feranii
Mr. Antonio Uy
Kwn. Benjamin Satdjdo
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Honorary Chairman
.Chairman
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Co-Chaitman
k::;
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Kwn. Francisco Tesorero
i Co-Chairman
Mr. Tfiponio Salvaterra
Mr. Urbane Austria
been specially concerned witti
Honorary (ihairman
All. Cabinbanan Q. Mamukid
(Chairman
our city and we have received
so much assistance from^the
national
government and it
is only being consistent with
the filipino's sense of gra
titude that we Dabawenyos
should likewise rally behind
the national leadership during
MINISTRY OF MUSLIM AFFAIRS
Mrs. Soledad C. Gumtang
Jl*'-
Any. Blo Umpar Adiong
Atty. Ali Bernan
Mr. Benjamin Rometosa
Ong
Mr. Hilario Catibod
Samuel Uv
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Mrs. Isabel Escovilla
Rf-meo Alag
Kwn. Henry Javellana
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Kwn.VerndoX
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Gualberio M. de Guzman
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Kwn. Alex Baruis
Kwn. Carlos llustre
Mr. Barie Sahidain
Mr. Alabiga Maligatang
Mr. Salim T. Kusin
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Mr. Manuel Roble
^wn! Jom Isidro
^wn. Alex Baruis
^wn. Pedio Lim
R^mas
Mr. i Plrpr Rama
tiwn. Lucilo V. Pocoi
Mr. Ramondi Alonto
Mr. Simeon Mansumira
To the good people ot
cere wish of a father to his
children — that as a family
we should stick together and
Peace Officers detailed at the CityHall
Patm. Somerado Casan
Patm. Ernesto Nile
Patm. Alfonso Saligumba
Patm. Ernesto Magdayao
critical times
Davao
City,
therefore, I
express the wish that spring
from my heart — the sin
Mr. Manuel Moratin
Fiscal Antonio V.A. Tan
Any. (.onrado Estuart
F.ngr. Antonio R. Fuliga
Mr. Rolando M. Quinitio
Engr. Federico Raz
Mr. Generoso Bangunan
Mr. Lumayag Catao
Hadji Vusop Uy
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Kwn. Manuel Yap
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Kwn. Jose Isidro
Mr. Ignacio Buat, Sr.
Atty. Pimbaya Pangilan
Mr. Doughlas Daigdigan
Kwn. Hermogenes Dumbrique. Jt.w^V
Co-Uhairman
MHMIIKRS
J" Jarabelo
Mr. Rufino D. Ambrosio, Jr
('o-Chairman
Kwn. Ernesto Baluyot
Anastacto Masinading
Mrs. Emerita Rodriguez
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Honorary Chairman
Dep. Mayor Dalmacio A. Desabilla
Hon. Alexis C. Aimendras
SPORTS k RECREATIONS
Kwn. Charlie
Sadn
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CHARTER
by Assentblyman Romualdo Quimpo in the Philippine Legislature
Tompong
Mr. Isidro Lahora
Kwn B
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CLIl.TDRAl . COMMl iNINIvS
F'a^Jeran
Mr. Gene Edades
Mr
FATHER of DAVAO CITY
Hermogenes Dumbrique, Jr.
Sorongon, Jr.
Kwn. Pelagio Lanzanas
AuJ
ROMUALDO 0.CKJIMPO
Honorary Chairman
Mrs. Fehc.dad C. Dumlao
Li.gr. Rudv Junsay
Or. Nick del Rosario
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pray that the year 1984 will
bring more blessings from
him who guides the destines
of men and nations.
OLD DAVAO
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PUBLICITY & SOUVENIR
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
K
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mi
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Hon. Jose A. Jison
Honorary Chairman
Clockwise:
Gil M. Abarico
San
Chairman
Pedro
parade;
Sta.
Ana
Chapel;
statue
Wharf; *
Street ^
of
Liberty at
and
a nanve.
Sta. Ana Ave; a theatre at j
Co-Chairmen:
Claveria. St;
Exuperia G. Madrazo
Atty. Alberto Montemayor
Kwn. Casimiro Arconcel
Vice-Chairmen:
4
Atty. Aristeo R. Albay
Kwn. Roman Pacquing
Bong S. Dizon
Members:
Cecile San Pedro
Serafin Ledesma, Jr.
Jonathan Santes
Rannie Beltran
Rose Palacio
Leo Rostand Sicam
Olelia Montabon
Gelsomina B. Pulido
Luz Obial
Publicity&Souvenir
Program Committee
Gerry Cadienie
Jose Pascual
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Jose Santes
Ernesto Baluyot
Benito Tipace
Cover Design
Felipe Pancho
Jimmy Torres
Page Layout
Bong S. Dizon
City Press Office
Linda dela Cruz
Leo Villareal
Sozimo Ortega
King Printers
Valentin Corsino
Photos:
,-Edgar Banzon
Cezar Cuizon
Alex Roldan
Mutya & others ... . Nonoy Flores
City Mayor's Office
•Jess Paulino
. Jun Pala
Gerry Cadiente
City Housing Office
Baby Castillo
Manny Rosario
Cesar Cuizon
Morry Aguilar
Eugenio Jose
Cents Uy
Cirilo Espiridion, Jr.
Nonoy Floras
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cid Davao supplied by . . Gloria Dabbay
Proofreading
Cecile San Pedro
Gerry Cadiente
P^ditorial Contents ... . Gil M. Abarico
City Press Secretary
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