SAC Anthonian Magazine Evelio Special 2010-2011

ContentsJune - October 2010

2 EDUCATION Quality Education at Large

4 FILIPINO IDENTITY An Attempt of Redemption

6 SOCIETY Musmos na Pag-asa

8 SOCIETY Aborsyon: Ang Sana’y Bagong Evelio

9 PEOPLE Beloy and Ninoy

11 PEOPLE Bro. Nolin: Canadian by Race, Antiqueño by Heart

13 PEOPLE Who is Evelio B. Javier?

14 ENvIrONmENT Green Legacy EBJ Upland Development Program

16 TOUrISm Binirayan Festival Antiqueños’ Pride

18 PLACES Cross of Grace Pilgrimage Site

20 YOUTh Brandon and His Dream

22 CAmPUS ACT: Of Bad English and Jejemon Menace

23 CAmPUS In my Opinion: Special Privileges

24 CAmPUS FEATUrE State of the Art SAC Criminal Investigation Laboratory

26 CAmPUS SACSR President’s Message

27 PrIDE Q & A with Angelo Pasco

28 bOOkS & mOvIES Book: Assassinations

29 bOOkS & mOvIES Movie: Up

30 ArTS & CULTUrE In the house of Datu Lubay

32 ArTS & CULTUrE EBJ Gallery An Exhibition of Endless Patriotism

34 LIFESTYLE Inside our Mom’s Wardrobe The prevailing fashion in contemporary with EBJ

36 LITErArY Bangon, Evelio Javier!

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Education is the path where great journeys begin. It plays a great role in molding every individual’s future. As for the dreamer, Evelio B. Javier, the quest towards the nation’s progress doesn’t stop with politics. It all roots to one thing — EDUCATION.

In 1949, Evelio started his humble beginnings at San Jose Elementary School, now known as Delegate Angel Salazar Junior Memorial School (DASJMS). In those times, no one has sensed that Evelio will later become a strong political personality. But one thing is for sure. He founded himself in education with great zeal, ideals and vision.

Evelio never wasted time in learning. His diligence and excellence in his academic career proved himself as a true advocate of education. He used this knowledge to develop bravery and confidence upon entering the world of governance.

More than twenty years after Evelio’s tragic death, education today is expected to be of highest quality as what the late Javier wanted for the youth to acquire. Then, how far the has the country’s educational system gone after a long time?

Considering the educational system in the Philippines, DASJMS mirrors the rest of the pubic educational institutions

By Stephanie M. Granada and Ayra Pamela D. Salinas

Quality Education at Largephotos by: Stephanie M. Granada

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in the entire country. Or maybe, DASJMS, in its present status, is still far better compared to others.

Despite campaigns for the betterment of the quality of education, DASJMS still faces dilemmas that somehow hinder the improvement in the system.

Like many schools, DASJMS suffers the absence of a school library. Or the students suffer more from it. Learning resources are very essential in the learning process of the students. At their state of minds, mental development is crucial. Thus, they must be assisted in their learning. And a library can surely play a great role in that process. Yet, the reality ails many children particularly those of poor families who can never afford to buy encyclopedia, much more of a textbook.

Computer, nowadays, is part of the basic and efficient needs of the people especially in education. But what aggravates the problem in DASJMS is the total lack of computers. No computer laboratories, no computer lessons. Even though Evelio missed to know more about computers, he would prefer to see the youth learning them for his behalf. But this chance falls short from that vision.

Population explosion is a problem too. With about 1,961 students enrolled, the school is just unable to accommodate all of them. There are only 39 rooms, each housing 40 to 45 students. More than

that, some rooms are dilapidated and exposed to flood due to poor planning. As a result, this causes great troubles to students and teachers, delaying their supposed classes.

On the other hand, flood-prone classrooms are better enough compared to 267 barangays in the country that do not have any elementary schools yet. The meager budget in education can not suffice the growing population in both public and private elementary and secondary schools. It reached to 21.5 million students, resulting to shortages of 40,000 classrooms and 50,000 teachers in public schools alone. Ideally, one teacher must only have 36 students. But DASJMS would still be thankful of the 1:45 ratio because in some schools, the ratio go as high as 1:80.

Though Filipinos are resourceful enough to create makeshift things, it is still awful to know that just an improvised classroom, out of scrap native walls, old chairs and a worn out blackboard, is made to accommodate excessive students in DASJMS. Thanks for that Filipino initiative but that

room inside the school’s auditorium is never conducive for learning.

However, on the flip side, there are noble hearts and great minds who are one with Evelio in advocating quality education. They are the teachers who give uncompromised education despite delayed salaries; and the parents who assumed civic roles to give the best education to their children. Through their collaborative efforts, a multipurpose hall is being constructed which would later serve as a library and computer laboratory.

But in general view, do these acts of civic consciousness exist in all poor schools across the archipelago? Do these acts address all the problems? The reality answers no.

The situation of the school does not only represent their own problems. Moreover, it serves as a real reflection of the true condition of education here in the Philippines.

Jut like Evelio had dreamt before, every student aspires to achieve excellence and become a productive citizen in the future, together forming a progressive nation. But will it be possible having those problems?

But Evelio said, “Regardless of situation, we are free to dream. Dream high and reach high.” ◙


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It was never expected. It was never wanted. A real-life hostage drama that unveiled before a worldwide audience staged several faulty Filipino policemen. Eight innocent lives were taken and a misunderstood soul was condemned. But our identity as Filipinos was stained. What happened last August 23 was embarrassing, horrible and morbid. It even created enough shame and scandal for the country. But it was such a bloody crime that nobody desired to happen, particularly in the realm of hospitality.

It was an obvious mistake and a total fiasco. It is maybe rightful to condemn a few who committed blunder on that misdeed; but is it fair to magnify the mistake and blame it to the whole nation? If the Chinese people felt disappointed, Filipinos did too. If they felt angry, we did too. We, Filipinos, are very sorry because of the incident. The whole country itself watched and followed the whole incident. Though we personally didn’t know those Hong Kong Nationals who were dragged into hostage, the

By Stephanie M. Granada and John Vincent M. Manzan

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Filipinos silently prayed for their safety; and though we knew that the hostage taker is a full-blooded Filipino, our race has never been a reason not to hate and condemn him.

However, the damage has been done. We became evil to the eyes of many. And we are in grave sorrow for that false image tagged to us.

Let this writing be a redemption for all the Filipinos from the mislabeling of other nations to our race. And may this serve as an eye-opener to all people who benefited from the resourcefulness, loyalty, service, love and care of Filipinos.

In Hongkong alone, there are 150,000 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), many of them working as domestic helpers. They manage other people’s homes, babysit other people’s babies while the parents are at work, and cook them food. They treat their employers like their family and relatives. However, despite the loyalty of Filipino workers to them, there are cases of underpayment or maltreatment. Though Filipinos possess their race’s innate courage that at anytime they can fight for themselves, they prefer to be silent and to respect the foreign land and its people.

There are actually eight million Filipinos

scattered around the whole world. A million of them manned most of the commercial ships of the world. And 14,000 skilled Filipino nurses supported United Kingdom’s Health Services. We are the doctors and caregivers in North America, the construction workers in Middle East and even the English teachers of Koreans.

We are never given due recognitions in bringing the passengers safely to their destinations, in attending the sick until they are well, in securing the safety of every construction, and making some

Asian tongues speak English.

With the best hospitality we can ever give, we warmly welcome different races in our country. But amidst the hospitality we provide to those Chinese Tourists, a sudden incident, that nobody wished to happen, robbed our decent identity.

But one mistake is not enough to condemn the whole nation. And amidst the services we give to the whole world, we, Filipinos, dare redeem the identity we deserve. ◙



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Tila hindi pa sumisikat ang araw ay dilat na ang mga mata ni Patrick. Ang patpating batang ito

ay daig pa ang mga maagap na tandang na siguradong tulog pa sa mga oras na iyon. Bagaman ay inaantok pa sa lamig ng umaga, ginising siya sa bigat ng mga kawayang kailangang pasanin tungo sa tabing ilog.

‘Di napigilan ng malamig na hangin ang pagtagatak ng butil-butil na pawis ng musmos. Kasama ang ama at ang nakakatandang kapatid, nilusong nila ang mga kawayan sa ilog at sumakay sa munting balsang ginawa. Inihanda nila ang mga sarili para sa isang makabuluhang paglalakbay, sabay sa agos patungo sa bayan.

By Banjo S. Contreras

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Katumbas ng pakikipagsapalarang ito ang pagkaing ihahain sa mesa na panustos gutom sa buong linggo.

Si Patrick, sa edad na sampu, ay mulat na sa mga gawaing tulad nito. Ito na ang larong kinasanayan niya. Bagkos walang natatanggap na kahit kapiranggot na kita, ang masigurong may pantugon ang kanyang pamilya sa kumakalam nilang sikmura ay napapanatag na ang kalooban ng bata.

Hindi na bago ang mga kwentong ito. At iisa lamang si Patrick sa maraming kabataang naging biktima ng kahirapan. Sa Lipunang Pilipino, normal na ang mga batang nanlilimos , naglalako ng balot o gumagawa ng kahit anong pwedeng pagkakitaan. Ito ang realidad.

Ang child labor ay isa sa mga sensitibong isyu sa Asya simula ng ipinagtibay ng United Nations ang Ten Point

Declaration on the Rights of the Child sa taong 1959.

Ngunit, tulad sa Bansang Pilipinas, hindi napagtuunang pansin ang problemang ito dahil sa mga pampamilyang pangangailangan na dapat tugunan. Kahit anong trabaho na lamang ang pinapasok ng kahit sinumang miyembro ng pamilya, mapalalaki man o babae, matanda man o bata. Dahil dito, hindi nabigyang kahalagahan ang karapatan ng mga kabataan na magkaroon ng normal na pamumuhay na may kalayaang maglaro at mag-aral.

Ang puno’t simula ng suliraning ito ay kahirapan. Lumilitaw sa pananaliksik na isinagawa ng Social Weather Station (SWS) na ang bilang ng mga naghihirap na Pilipino ay umabot na sa kabuuang 9.4 milyon katao at 7.7 milyon sa kanila ay nagdaranas ng matinding paggutom. Ito ay batay sa ginawang survey noong

Nobyembre hanggang Disyembre ng taong 2008.

Nakakalungkot isipin na nangyayari ang mga ito sa bansa. Nasasadlak ang mga musmos na Pilipino sa dapat sana ay hindi nila ginagawa. Dulot rin ng kahirapan ang kakulangan ng taga-gabay sa mga kabataan. Kung hindi marangal na trabaho ang pinapasok, ang pagnanakaw ang sinusubok. Marami na ang nalihis ng landas. Marami na ang inapi ng kahirapan.

Si Patrick, ay iisa lamang sa napakaraming kabataan na naghihikahos sa hirap. Siya ay may mga mumunting pangarap din na nais maabot sa buhay. Ngunit paano ang mga pangarap na ito kung ang mismong mga suliranin sa lipunang kanyang kinabibilangan ang siyang hadlang sa pag-abot ng mga ito? ◙

photo by: John Vincent M. Manzan



Isa siya sa mga mukhang masiglang nakikipaglaro pagkatapos ng eskwela. Katulad ng ibang mga bata, siya ay makikitaan mo ng ngiti sa kanyang mukha. Ngunit sa likod ng kanyang masasayang halakhak at tuwa ay ang nakaraang kahit siya mismo ay hindi nakakaalam.

“Noong ipinagbubuntis ko si Maya, (hindi niya tunay na pangalan), ay itinangka kong ilaglag siya sa pamamagitan ng pag-inom ng gamot. Pero mahigpit ang kapit niya eh! Hindi siya nahulog. Mabuti na rin siguro na hindi siya nalaglag, maganda rin naman pala siya”.

Si Aling Maria, (di niya rin tunay na pangalan), ay isa lang sa libu-libong mga ina na nagtangkang ipalaglag ang kanilang mga anak. Ang kanyang dahilan – kahirapan. Ito rin ang kadalasang dahilan ng mga ina sa pagpapalaglag ng kanilang mga anak.

Ayon sa isang pag-aaral na ginawa noong 2005 na pinamagatang “The Incidence of Induced Abortion in the Philippines: Current Level and Recent Trends”, 473,000 sa 3.1milyon o 27 sa bawat 1000 na pagbubuntis dito sa Pilipinas ay nauuwi sa pagkalaglag ng bata sa sinapupunan. Kabilang na rito ang mga batang hindi inaasahang malaglag, at ang kailangang ilaglag para sa kapakanan ng ina.

“Ayaw kong ipalaglag ang bata. Alam kong hindi nila ibibigay ang anak ko sa akin. Pero kung sakaling hindi nila paninindigan ang bata at ipalaglag, ipagpipilitan ko na lang ang sarili ko sa bata, kahit ako na lang mag-isa ang magpapalaki sa kanya,” ani Vic, (di nya tunay na pangalan).

Sa kabila ng pagiging Katolikong bansa ng Pilipinas, ang aborsyon ngayon isa sa mga pangunahing pagsubok na kinakaharap ng lipunan sa ngayon. Ito ay

sa kabila ng pagiging krimen nito.

Ayon sa mga surveys, karamihan na sa mga Pilipino ngayon ang sumasang-ayon sa family planning at paggamit ng kontraseptib. Ngunit sa kahirapan ng panahon ngayon, karamihan sa mga magulang ngayon ay mas pinipili na ibili na lang ng pagkain ang pera kaysa sa ibili ito ng mga kontraseptib. Nagiging alternatibo na sa kontraseptib ngayon ang aborsyon.

Ngunit kahit na karamihan sa mga ina ay sumasailalim sa aborsyon sa kadahilanang gusto nila ang mabuting kapakanan, malaki ang tsansa na malagay sa kapahamakan ang buhay ng ina. Noong 1970’s, 100 sa 100,000 na aborsyon ang nauuwi sa pagkamatay ng ina. At ayon rin sa American Psychological Association, karamihan sa mga ina na sumasailalim

sa aborsyon ay nagdurusa sa matinding depresyon dala ng konsensya.

Mabuti man o hindi, bali-baliktarin man ang mundo, buhay pa rin ng mga sanggol ang kanilang kinikitil. Ang mga inang sumasailalim sa aborsyon ay tulad sa mga kumitil sa buhay ni Evelio. Walang awa, walang sinasanto.

Hindi alam ni Maya kung gaano siya kaswerte. May pamilya at bahay siyang inuuwian, kaibigang makakalaro sa maghapon, at buhay na kanyang ini-enjoy. Hindi tulad sa ibang bata na hindi nabigyan ng pagkakataong makita ang ganda ng mundo. Mga pagkakataon at buhay na maaaring may bagong Evelio na makikita ang ating bayan na siyang magbabangon muli sa nasirang pangarap ng ating mga ninuno. ◙

Isang panunulat tungkol sa aborsyon Ang Sana’y Bagong Evelio

By Jay Christian G. Gerong




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They were both remarkable leaders in the history. They were men of genuine courage. They both

died for their people. And despite their politically inclined lives, they once shared a very meaningful friendship.

Tarlac and Antique

Hundreds of miles separate the two

provinces. But despite the distance, Beloy and Ninoy were destined to share common goals---- to give their people the freedom from the chains of dictatorship during the Marcos Regime.

Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., even as a young boy in Concepcion, Tarlac, founded his concept of leadership to great knowledge. It was much later on, as a

Evelio Javier and Benigno Aquino Jr.

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young politician in Tarlac, that he opened up his chest to bare his guts. He prevailed as one of the most valiant senators of his time.

Not all the riches, not all the power that the dictator Marcos offered the young Aquino could deter him from taking his chosen path. His was a loud cry wrung from the oppression of his people in their very own land.

Evelio “Beloy” Javier, the youngest governor of Antique and maybe of the country, founded himself to his noble dreams for Antique and its people. “It was always my dream to teach our people, especially the poor and the ignorant, the ability to dream. And at the same time to develop the capacities to fulfill those dreams.” once quoted from the dreaming Javier.

They surrendered their lives upon giving their best service to the people. They brought hope to the people but threats rang to the ears of their adversaries. Their bravery had again made the political setting in that time an arena for a modern day Davids and Goliath.

Their first meeting

Before the 1971 election, Justice Calixto Zaldivar and his son, Congressman Enrique Zaldivar introduced Beloy to Ninoy as the Liberal Party’s official candidate for governor in Antique. But Ninoy, at first, doubted Beloy’s capacity of being a governor since he only aged 29.

But the enthusiasm of Beloy outturned the doubts of Ninoy and they later became better friends. Ninoy went to Antique to proclaim Beloy as their governor who would contend the incumbent Julian Pacificador. That election in the province had its largest turnout of voters that made Beloy won by an overwhelming margin.

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When Beloy became the governor of the province, each time he was in Manila, he would always meet with his friend Ninoy and Gerry Roxas in the Senate.

During Martial Law

More than a year of service of Beloy as a governor to the Antiqueños, Martial Law was declared on September 21, 1972. Two days after, his friend Ninoy was arrested and imprisoned on trumped-up charges on illegal possession of firearms, murder and rebellion. In 1977, he was found guilty of all the charges and was sentenced to death. However, Marcos would not let him suffer a death that would surely make Aquino a martyr.

Ninoy suffered from heart failure in mid-March of 1980 and he preferred to go to US to undergo a bypass surgery. In the very same year, Beloy lost the election for being an assemblyman from Arturo Pacificador. Two months after Ninoy flew to US, Beloy and his family followed after.

Beloy was able to qualify for admission and a full scholarship for a Master’s Degree in Public Administration at Harvard’s J.F. Kennedy School of Government. Ninoy, after his quick recovery from the operation, became a visiting fellow at the Harvard Center for International Affairs. While Beloy was busy learning public administration, Ninoy traveled extensively in the US delivering speeches critical of the Marcos Government.

Despite their political careers though discreet, the two often went to daily Masses at St. Paul’s Church at Harvard Campus. They would also join “get togethers” when Philippine opposition leaders would visit Boston.

The nightmare

Precious Lotilla Javier, the widow of Beloy had her most horrible dream that predicted the morbid death of the two

men. She saw Ninoy and Beloy shot one after the other as they went down the stairs of Harvard Memorial Hall. Harvard Memorial Hall was built to honor the memory of all Harvard students who fought in America’s wars.

But Ninoy and Beloy were fully aware of the threats that came along. They already knew that Marcos, a shrewd strategist, would always do all the means to remove the obstacles out of his way. Yet, even

deaths could not hinder them from pursuing their noble goals.

“Filipinos are worth dying for.”Sensing his own doom, Ninoy upon his return to the country on August 21, 1983, was assassinated in Manila International Airport (later renamed after him). In his last formal statement that he wasn’t able to deliver, he wrote, “I have returned to join the ranks of those struggling to restore our rights and freedom through violence. I seek no confrontation.”

Like how Ninoy embraced death with great courage, Beloy faced it with immense honor.

On his guard of Cory Aquino’s votes here in Antique, Beloy was caught up by gunmen and was shot to death on February 11, 1986.

These nightmares made the whole nation to flare up, crying for justice. Millions mourned but their deaths had awakened the sleeping courage within the Filipinos, continuing the fight of Ninoy and Beloy.

On February 22, 1986, the people power was ignited, making all Filipinos to go out of their homes and shout for freedom in the streets.

Their Friendship Beloy and Ninoy’s friendship may not be known to everybody. But what matters most is that how their friendship tied their ideals for greater yet noble causes. Together they fought for freedom, together they showed love to their people and together they united the whole country.

Beloy and Ninoy. They lived in friendship and died in friendship. ◙

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Bro. Nolin:Canadian by race,

Antiqueño by heart

How is one going to measure another person’s ability? Good looks? Eloquence? Honors received? Or simply by his humble contributions?

You might not see him spike balls, thrust baseball bats or even swing rackets, but this big guy is an avid sports enthusiast aside from being a teacher. You can see him inside the rooms of the La Mennais Building, teaching students about auto mechanics, sewing and other technical subjects. His face and accent might look and sound foreign to other people but for his TTP (Technical Training Program) students, Brother Nolin Roy is more than just that. He doesn’t only teach inside the classroom milieu but also extends his sports expertise to his students outside it.

Brother Nolin Roy or Brother Nolin (as students tend to call him) became a La Mennais brother on August 1969. He started teaching at St. Anthony’s College (SAC) on December 2000 and became a religion teacher in the High School Department. Presently, he teaches in the Technical Training Program with the aim of not only harnessing students in academic subjects but on having a sound body as well.

With respect to sports, Bro. Nolin put

up sports facilities like volleyball, table tennis and badminton for the TTP students. The table tennis was put up in year 2002 and the volleyball court in 2007. Sad to say, the badminton didn’t last because the equipment was not handled carefully.

His main objective in putting up various sports is to give the students a chance to play and develop their potentials in sports. As what he has observed here in the Philippines, students seldom play sports and sometimes don’t have any time because of their busy schedules for academic pursuits. Not like in Africa where he stayed for ten years, students are given time to play different kinds of sports. “When 4:30 sets in, it’s playtime for them [Africans]”, Bro. Nolin shared.

Even though he’s not that well acquainted with sports, he sets these things up for students because he loves to watch the youth building a team, playing together and learning the spirit of brotherhood and unity. In fact, he is planning to put up another sports and that is softball. He already had some of the equipments such as gloves and softball balls.

“Actually, two of the gloves were just recycled. One of them was from the trash here in the campus and I thought

that it was still in good condition so I picked it up and fixed it. The other one was from a street in Canada and the price of that glove is worth nine gloves here in the Philippines.”, Bro. Nolin shared. He also bought new gloves in Canada and in Japan. “The balls were also recycled. I also found it in the trash. The ball can still be fixed so I decided to pick it up.”

“The only problem is that it is very difficult to put up another sports facility considering the budget and the area for that certain sports to materialize. Let us hope it will take place soon.”, he added.

Aiming to see his students in TTP to join in more formal competitions, Brother Nolin decided to join with the Liberal Arts-Education (LA-ED) Departmental Sportsfest.

Engaging in sports can help the youth stay away from vices and harmful activities like playing computer games and using drugs that destroy the human mind and body. Being active in sports can result to a healthier and a more positive outlook in life. It is also an avenue for students to mingle with their fellows thus building camaraderie among them. The discipline and cooperation that a person learns from sports help him achieve more in life.

Despite the differences in culture and nationality, Bro. Nolin is just an example of a person who still cares for the Antiqueño youth. Though his color would say no, his heart is more than willing to tag himself as a real Antiqueño. And this is manifested in his noble acts of uplifting the youth’s appreciation towards sports even if there is no recognition for him. ◙

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Who is Evelio B. Javier?


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By Manfred Adrian Ignatius M. Palcat

Evelio Bellaflor Javier was born on October 31, 1942 at Lanag, Hamtic, Antique, now known as Barangay EBJ in honor to the late Governor. He was the eldest child of Everardo Javier, a prosecutor and Felisa Bellaflor, a public school teacher. He married Precious Lotilla with whom he had two sons namely Gideon and David.

Young Evelio spent his elementary days at San Jose Elementary School in the province of Antique. Later on, he studied at Ateneo High School in Manila for his secondary education where he graduated with first honors. He continued his college education at Ateneo de Manila University with a degree of Bachelor of Arts major in History and Government. Evelio further pursued his Law degree at Ateneo College of Law and graduated in 1968, and passed the bar exam in the same year.

While in Law school, Evelio was elected president of the student council and at the same time serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the school paper in his last year. With his activism in student-oriented activities, Evelio honed his leadership skills and learned the true essence of being a public servant. In 1971, Evelio went back to his home town in Antique to seek public office. He ran for the gubernatorial race and defeated the incumbent governor then. At the age of 29, he became the youngest governor of the Philippines during those times.

As governor, he displayed loving service especially to ordinary people, thus, he was well-loved by his constituents. Many adored and idolized him because of his good reputation, and his charisma was overwhelming that people found solace in his presence. For eight years of service to the Antiqueño people, Evelio constantly took the cudgels of justice, and though his administration could not boast of infrastructure projects, his passion for public service and his patriotism inspired many people especially the youth.

In 1980, Evelio pursued his Masters Degree in Public Administration with substantive areas of concentration in International Development and Political Analysis at the Harvard University. Longing to fight for his country against the oppression of the Marcos regime, he went back to Antique and ran for the province’s lone seat at the Batasang Pambansa in 1984 but was subsequently cheated. Guns, goons and gold prevailed.

Inspite of losing the elections, Evelio never hid in the shadows of silence. He remained active and vigilant especially in fighting against the Dictatorial Government of the late President Marcos. When Marcos called the 1985 snap elections, Evelio rallied behind the Aquino-Laurel ticket. He helped in monitoring the canvassing of votes in Antique to ensure that there is no way for cheating to transpire. But four days after the elections, in broad daylight of February 11, 1986, six men gunned down

Evelio in front of the Antique Provincial Capitol while he was monitoring the canvassing of votes.

His death had never been put to waste for it opened the eyes of not only the Antiqueño people but of the entire nation as well of the harsh reality that the Filipinos are oppressed by the late dictator. Evelio’s passing away had ignited a fire in the Filipino spirit to fight and defend the country against the unjust and inhumane ruling of the late president.

An estimated of not less than fifty thousand mourners from all over the country grieved over his death. A caravan which lasted for twenty hours, marked the day of his burial on February 20, 1986.

Evelio Javier was given a Posthumous LUX IN DOMINO award by Ateneo de Manila University in 1986. The award was meant to be a special recognition for an extraordinary individual who has the exemplary manner and the noblest idea.

He became a hero in the eyes of many people and his works are appreciated by many. Evelio’s contribution to national democracy was marked by his martyrdom that leads to the national stand up of the Filipinos to fight dictatorship. He will always be remembered for his Impossible Dream not only for the province of Antique but to the whole Philippines as well. ◙

The upsurge in population threatens the environment as people tend to live selfishly in

the name of survival.

Governor Evelio B. Javier taught the Antiqueños to live the exact opposite of it---to live harmoniously with the environment. Thus, Antique Upland Development Program (AUDP) was given birth.

In 1976, AUDP was given birth through the effort of the late Governor with the assistance of Ford Foundation. This program helps the farmers learn

the proper utilization, management and conservation of different resources that do not compromise the environment itself.

The province is known for its richness in natural resources that a big fraction of its income comes mainly from the agricultural industry in both lowlands and highlands. The predominant form of agriculture in the country and undeniably here in the province is the Kaingin System.

Kaingin is an upland farming system that is responsible for deforestation.

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With this method that has been rampantly used long way before, this resulted to the balding of some of the mountainous areas in the province. Then, this eventually resulted to soil erosion and severe flooding, affecting the nearby households.

These problems actually rooted from the ignorance of the people. Thus, Evelio’s initiative of raising this consciousness through the AUDP had made a great leap in the agricultural industry of the province.

Intensive trainings and seminars are also conducted among farmers to make them aware of what is happening in their environment and of how their activities may affect it. Tree planting activities were made in partnership with the community they were fostering. This activity encourages the people not only to participate but also to be of account for the caring and growing of the seedlings.

In returning the honor to the late Governor, this AUDP was renamed as Evelio B. Javier Upland Development Program (EBJ-UDP) in 1989. With its new name, the program creates more projects. The “Salbaron Ang Lupa Ta (Let Us Save Our Land) Program” is one of its enduring projects. This Microwatershed Rehabilitation and Protection and Sloping Agricultural

Land Technology is introduced to farmers to aid the waterworks such as irrigation system and sourcing out of potable water. This also addresses the problem in soil erosion and landslides.

This program has also the initiative to provide electricity to remote communities through the use of renewabe non-conventional energy

sources. Like the conversion of solar energy into electricity, it provides lighting system to the community of upland farmers. However, the Antique Electric Cooperative (ANTECO) has already extended its services to the mountainous areas, making this costly program to stop.

Currently, the EBJ-UDP is under the management of the Environment and Natural Resources Office (ENRO), serving 64 barangays in 12 municipalities.

With the enduring vision of Evelio Javier in preserving the environment, let us prove that despite the race for survival, we can live in harmony with the environment. ◙



Binirayan FestivalThe Antiqueños’ PrideBy Allan Richard A. La Vega and Ayra Pamela D. Salinas




tourism

It is a historical and cultural journey that features the vibrant and colorful episodes of the arrival of Malays in

the Island of Panay.

Binirayan Festival came from the word “biray” which means journey. It was founded by Governor Evelio B. Javier to instill pride in the heart of Antiqueño by recalling their past glory--- the early settlement in the plains of Antique. The first celebration was on January 11 to 13, 1974. During the first four years, the celebration was highlighted by the story of settlement in Panay and varying forms of entertainment for the Antiqueños and their guests. In 1978, Binirayan started to display street theaters scripted and written by Antiqueños themselves.

Today, Binirayan Festival introduces a hodge-podge of merrymaking and commemoration, depicting more about the history of Antique. The celebration stretches over a month and consists of various activities observed simultaneously.

With the colorful sails dancing on board, the festival is opened by a reenactment of the landing of the ten Bornean Datus in the shores of Malandog. That embarks the celebration of Binirayan.

The festival, considered as the Mardi Gras of Antique, includes Malay-ati Competition wherein participants with painted faces and outlandish costumes dance along the endless loop of streets.

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Every municipality in the Province of Antique has its own festival which shows the rich culture of the province. This Malay-ati Festival does not only focus on the competitions but also for the people to unite. Thus, unity is the prime purpose of the festival. During the month of April, Antiqueños gather at the town of San Jose to portray the respective culture of their municipality in the form of dancing with their colorful and elegant costumes.

Most of the municipalities join the Malay-ati Competition, representing their respective festival. Tatusan Festival of Caluya, Banigan Festival of Libertad, Tugpong Festival of Pandan, Maninihon Festival of Tibiao, Batabat Festival of Barbaza, Bugas sa Lusong of Bugasong, Udyakan Festival of Patnongon, Buruyloganay Festival of Sibalom, Tiringbanay of San Jose, Hantikan kag Sumakwelan Festival of Hamtic, Urukay Festival of Anini-y and Panubason Festival of Valderama.

Another event to witness is the Karsadyahan Street Dancing which showcases different cultures of different towns. They perform ethnic, folk or contemporary dances, intricately costumed and accompanied by rhythmic and hypnotic drumbeats.

“Lin-ay kang Antique”, a pageant of beautiful maidens from different towns in Antique, highlights the festival. It is a showcase of beauty, talent, intelligence, and grace of an Antiqueña. Basically, each town is represented by their own

reigning Lin-ay but now other private sectors are also joining. Ten days before the search, the candidates are housed and being trained in the preparation for the final night. This pageant aims at choosing the finest woman to be the ambassadress of goodwill, representing the province in its tourism endeavors.

The Festival also offers business opportunities, especially for Antiqueños, to promote products of each town. This is in parallel to the One Town One Product (OTOP) project of Department of Trade and Industry

“Bugal kang Antique (Pride of Antique)” recognizes the achievements of Antiqueños in different fields. The award giving ceremony is another highlight of the festival.

The festival leaves a mark of freedom and peace fought by datus and by our late Governor Javier. As he reminded the Antiqueños, “Let us gather the strands and memories of our past, as we look back with pride that we may look ahead with c o n f i d e n c e to Antiqueño tomorrow.” ◙

Cross of GracePilgrimage SiteThe sanctuary of Mary the Mystical Rose

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Though not as known and as huge as the statue of Christ the Redeemer on the top of the Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the 12-feet statue of Christ situated dramatically above the Sitio Alayon Hill in the Municipality of Hamtic represents the same importance of Christian Faith for the Antiqueños.

This statue is just one of the gigantic religious icons that could be seen in

Cross of Grace Pilgrimage Site located in Evelio B. Javier’s birthplace, Baran-gay Lanag (now known as Brgy. EBJ). Approximately three kilometers from the national road, this pilgrimage site is accessible by riding a motorcycle or a tricycle.

Without gates and fences, the solemn place welcomes everybody with its terraced green lawn that is perfect for

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meditations, retreats and recollections. There are also the Prayer House and the Chapel constructed at the middle of the garden. The devotees of the Maria Rosa Mystica, the patron saint of the pilgrim-age, usually attend the Eucharistic Cel-ebration held here every fi rst Saturday of the month.

In veneration to the Blessed Mother who appeared under the title of “Rosa Mys-tica” (Mystical Rose) at Montichiari in Northern Italy to Pierina Gilli, the pil-grimage site in Brgy. EBJ was founded on October 5, 1994 by the faith of Mrs. Felicitas Mendoza, Mrs. Mildred Qui-lino, Mrs. Herminia Checa, Mrs. Evelyn N. Moscoso and the late Mrs. Rosario J. Duldoco.

Described by Pierina Gilli as a beautiful lady yet with eyes fi lled with tears, the replica of Rosa Mystica at the left side of the chapel bears the three words she uttered on her apparition--- Pangamuyo

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(Prayer), Sakripisyo(Sacrifi ce) and Paghinulsol(Expiation).

On the opposite side of the Rosa Mystica is the 25-feet white cross known as the Cross of Grace that stands out against its green background.

Following the half of the fourteen Sta-tions of the Cross would lead the way to the summit overlooking the whole mu-nicipality. The next half would lead back to the foot going through the other side of the hill.

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service of the pilgrim-age site. According to Moscoso, a Divine Mercy Healing Prayer Session will be set for the devotees. Also, a religious museum will be put up some time in the future, Moscoso added.

Unfortunately the Catholic Church had not yet recognized the place despite the hope the pilgrimage may provide to the believers. But ironically, from the re-cord, fi fteen priests had openly celebrat-ed masses in the place.

For more than fi fteen years of existence, the place also endures problems like maintenance, electricity and security. Overwhelmingly, many devotees had expressed help to continue the service offered by the place.

This pilgrimage site also serves as a neu-tral ground for politics. Being known as the place where the Javiers rooted, Ex-Governor Salvacion Perez supported the endeavors of the site. She provided the electricity works in the place that also benefi ted the people of Lanag. The

incumbent Governor Exequiel Javier, Evelio’s brother, also had an on-going concreting project that paved a better access towards the site.

Way back in Evelio’s time, he provided the waterworks in the place.

Indeed, the Cross of Grace Pilgrimage Site needs to multiply itself a hundred times to match the Rio de Janeiro’s pride but the hope it brings to the people is the same and will always be. ◙




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This is the story of a dream. Brandon Magan started out with only a dream but he believed in something greater than himself. He believed in his talent. He found the courage to stand up for what he believed in and win.

This is a story of a twelve-year-old boy who grooved best on the dance floor, who stood out among the dancing giants, who hooked everyone’s heart and who made his dream come true.

Brandon is a typical boy who loves dancing. Every move he made reveals a passion not everyone could have. It is

something different for a boy like him to embrace such passion at that early stage of life. But it is really true---because he derived that passion from the stories of pain the destiny weaved for him.

Brandon is the youngest member of the Classique Dance Troupe here in Antique. They join competitions from barangay fiestas to any locally held contests and Brandon, of charm and energy, always made the group bring the bacon home.

However, behind the charm and energy he showed to the public is the reality he can never escape from. Brandon is actually best addressed as

the youngest brother of the troupe since he stays with them and no longer with his real family. In December 2009, Brandon’s father died due to an illness. Then his mother, who is only a house helper working too far away from home, cannot sustain the needs of her five children. The loss of a husband pushed the widowed wife to let Brandon find a new home and a new family.

In time of grief, Brandon had refrained himself from going to school and diverted all his canned emotions to dancing. Dancing had been his new addiction that claimed him from finishing his fifth grade education. Though he made

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himself most admired because of his talent, he still wasted a year of building his dreams to be a mariner. And there were no parents who come to save him from such doom.

But Ralph Salameda, 24, did save Brandon. He is a fellow dancer of the kid who had been through the same fate. Ralph also lost a father and fortunately, of his maturity, empathizes with Brandon. He brings new hope to the kid, recomposing the almost shattered dreams of Brandon.

Of not so stable income, Ralph finds ways to send Brandon back to formal

education. Ralph, together with the troupe, raised money to send Brandon to Delegate Angel Salazar Jr. Memorial School.

With the renewed hope, Brandon picks up again his shattered dreams of becoming a seafarer, continuing his fifth grade education. And he still dances but with parental guidance given by his new family.

Brandon had once become a pop dance instructor for Hiraya Theatre. At his age having those experiences, he appreciates more his given talent and uses it in ways that will not disturb his precious

life. “May time magsaot, may time magskwela (There’s time for dancing and there’s time for studying)”, assured Brandon.

Brandon, who amazes the people of his grooves and now of his story, sees his dreams coming true on the dance floor. But the reality of his truest dream is still yet to come. It is still uncertain and still waiting ahead in the future. There is HOPE. ◙

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campusAcademic Conspiracy Theories

Nowadays, I wake up every morning thinking that one day intelligent people like me may go extinct.

It isn’t that I am saying that every person I know of was a genius once, but compared to today young people seem to be smarter years ago. They read more books, study hard, and at least try to improve their use of the English language in school. That was the time before the coming of cell phones and the internet, and back then they can still think straight and clearly. Yes, it was like that for a while, but not anymore.

Recently in the Philippines we have the Jejemon Epidemic. Those young people who use text talk and mangled English to express themselves. If that is not bad

enough, a whole lot of them tend to talk and think about silly things on their cell phones or on the internet. Now, I do not know if the jejemon problem has spread here in Antique but there are disturbing signs that our students are starting to approach that level of stupidity. Already a lot of teachers here in SAC are complaining that their students have poor reading comprehension and do not know proper spelling. Some use text talk when writing down words, and worse is that they could not think in a clear or orderly manner. Very few appear to be interested in good books. It seems that the trivial and mindless have taken precedence over good intellect. It has also mutated into some kind of annoying culture with its own annoying fashion style. You can tell a Jejemon apart from a normal

Jejemon Of Bad English

and the MenaceBy Paulus Celso F. Corvera

person by their multicolored “Jeje Cap”, their outrageous “bling-bling”, and their loud neckerchiefs.

The proper use of the English language has always been the hallmark of the intelligence and competence of the Filipino people, most especially of our students. At present that skill seems to be degenerating. Not only is the use of the language going away, but also the thinking skills of our young people. Poor teaching from the elementary and high school years could be to blame, but I believe in another probable cause: the lack of interest in books and the overload of electronic media like cell phones and the net. The younger generation had become too lazy to use their heads.

Some of the remaining intelligent people among the youth did try to contain the problem. Right after news documentaries in our country gave attention to the Jejemon Epidemic, many students launched the “Jeje Buster” movement. Using the Internet and the school environment, they tried to show how stupid the Jejemon culture is and also provided tutorials on how to re-learn proper English. But the Jeje Buster movement is still trivial, and its effectiveness in restoring the intellect of our young people is still questionable. It seems that what they are all doing is nothing more but a big show. Somehow we must find a way to re-instill a love for books and deep thinking into our youth, otherwise they may never grow up no matter what is taught to them. The jejemon menace may just get worse if left unchecked. ◙

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Special PrivilegesBy Manfred Adrian Ignatius M. Palcat

There are some irregularities that I have observed during my past years of stay here in the college. And up to now, these practices are still exercised by some. I am referring to the unfair treatment of some school authorities to students. There are many violations that some of our school instructors and other administration employees committed for the past years especially regarding school rules and regulations. But it seems no one ever mind it.

First, students are warned and even scolded sometimes when they enter the “NO ENTRY” sign to park their motorcycles. I admit, I have committed the same mistake before and Mr. Larry Lopez, the in-charge of campus security approached me and said not to enter the same area again. So I asked for apology and promised not to commit the same violation, and I did.

Okay, it is just right to warn students in order for them to follow school rules and regulations, and there is no issue on that. But, what alarmed me is when an elementary teacher from SAC Grade School, riding in a yellow motorcycle with plate number IH 6467 entered the prohibited area to park his bike. School guards and even Mr. Lopez saw what the

teacher did. But to my surprise, no one ever dared to warn him. Isn’t it unfair? Are teachers exempted to pass the prohibited area?

Second, one time, when I was about to enter the school, I saw some school employees coming out of the campus using the “ENTRANCE” gate. The guard saw what they did but never even dared to approach one of these employees to remind them to use the “EXIT” gate. When students do this, will the guards do the same? Will they remain standing and never react even if they know it was a violation?

Third, students are not allowed to enter the school if not with their complete school uniform and validated IDs (excluding freshmen and transferees who have not yet received their school uniforms). Again, this is not an issue. Students should always be on their proper and complete uniforms as what is stated in the student handbook. But isn’t it that teachers and other school employees should also do the same considering the fact that they should be the role models to students? But how come I saw some teachers not wearing their IDs? As far as I can remember, all school employees are given identification cards for them

to wear once inside the campus. Then, why do others do not follow this simple instruction?

There are some who follow simple rules; yet, there are also a few who abuse their authority, as if what they do is right. I don’t want to offend anyone. I have no personal grudges against anybody here in the college. I am not against any of the school rules and regulations that the school is implementing. What I am against, are the irregular practices by school authorities who have been unfair to students. I hope that persons concerned will now open their eyes wide and warn violators; may it be ordinary students, school employees including teachers and even administrators.

We should start to be fair in implementing simple rules and regulations in order to attain unity and cooperation. I do hope that this will open the eyes of both students and school personnel – to follow school rules and regulations. After all, doing the right thing will not do us any harm. We should always remember that we are all the same living in this community; hence, we should act and exercise our responsibilities accordingly to school rules and regulations. ◙

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campus feature

State of the ArtSAC Criminal Investigation Laboratory

In these challenging times violations against law and order are on the rise. To answer this pressing situation, St. Anthony’s College has established the Criminal Justice Department and its Criminal Investigation Laboratory to train the future law enforcers of our community.

OverviewThe Criminal Justice Program and Department was established in May 26, 2008, with the goal of developing the future law enforcers of our community. It was given only permit to operate, and will be given recognition in the year 2011. As part of the requirements of the Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT), the Criminology Laboratory and the Training Gym were put up together with the program itself. This is because it could not function properly without the necessary facilities like the laboratory and gym.

The SAC Criminology laboratory received many citations from CHED and was touted as “One of the best criminology labs in Region 6” by CHED Supervisor Mark Sedonio. Their assessment was based on the equipment, the laboratory and safety standards.

The Criminology LaboratoryThe Criminology Laboratory was established together with the SAC BS Criminology course. Its main objective is to cater to the laboratory needs of the Criminology students and to aid in the teaching of Criminalistics subjects. It was considered to be a “state-of-the-art” facility by the CHED assessment team. In the present needs of the Philippine police force it is very necessary to have a crime laboratory to analyze the evidences from the crime scene. This is to track down the perpetrators and

to avoid mistaken findings and arrests. The criminology students begin using the lab on their first year and they also hold their classes there. This continues until they reach fourth year. Included in their Criminalistics subjects are Polygraphy (lie detector machine), Fingerprint and Firearms Identification, Police Photography, and Interrogation Methods.

Criminalistics and Lab EquipmentThe subjects taught in the Crime lab are generally termed as Criminalistics; that is the process of analyzing evidence from the crime scene. These subjects are taught to the students once they reach their second year level and continue on until fourth year. Most basic of investigative techniques that students learn are police photography and fingerprints analysis. Police photography involves visual

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analysis of the actual crime scene to look for leads. Included are the position of bodies or objects in the crime scene, the kind of damage present, and the kind of objects found in the context of the crime scene. Fingerprints analysis is one of the oldest forms of investigative techniques, and simply speaking this is the retrieval and study of fingerprints from the crime scene that can be used to trace or identify the suspect. Both subjects are taken up by second year students. By third year the students study firearms identification and questioned documents analysis. The former is used to find leads by studying the weapons or left over bullets retrieved from the crime scene, while the latter analyzes letters or documents that may lead to the suspect of the crime. Lie detection or Polygraphy and Forensic Medicine are taken up in fourth year. In actual police investigations, Lie detection is not actually considered a sure way to tell whether a subject is lying or not. However it is considered as merely an aid in the interrogation process.

The Criminology Lab is fully equipped to teach the basics of police and investigation work. Most impressive among their equipment is the set used for teaching Firearms identification and ballistics. The lab has three sample firearms: two cal. 45 semiautomatic pistols and one cal. 38 revolver. All three are kept under strict security in the lab. Also part of the set is the bullet recovery capsule and the high-powered microscope. Bullets are tested in a sealed room by firing the suspect’s gun in the bullet recovery capsule. The evidence is then analyzed under the microscope. A display cabinet in the lab showing various kinds of ammunition serves as an additional aid to the students

in their study of firearms. Actual training with the use of guns is conducted in the Police Provincial Office in Pantalan, San Jose.

One section of the lab serves as a simulated interrogation room. The polygraphy or lie detector machine is kept here, and it is also the place where the students learn how to obtain testimonies from suspects or witnesses. The room has a one-way mirror where one can observe the interrogation process and also has minimum of soundproofing to ensure that no disturbance happens while questioning is in progress. The polygraphy machine measures minute changes in a subject’s bodily reaction when questioned about the details of the crime. Any change noted may indicate that the subject is undergoing stresses brought about by the act of lying.

The Police Photography Dark Room and the other equipment used for analyzing evidence share the same space with the Ballistics Testing Area. The Dark Room is where the crime scene photographs and sample fingerprints are produced and studied. Beside it is the Chemical and Handwriting Analysis Kit. Suspected documents, the ink used by the suspect, and any other chemical residues from the crime scene are worked on by the said equipment.

Also part of the Crime Lab is the Crime Scene Area and Community Work Office. Located close outside the Criminology Lab, it is intended to teach the students the basics of actual police work, particularly that of analysis of the actual crime scene and of police headquarters operation.◙




Leaders are not actually born. They are created and I identify myself as one of them. My skills in leading others were not developed overnight. It took me a long time to hone my skills in guiding and directing others. My leadership is not only meant to becoming a decision maker of the group but more than that true leadership is the ability to inspire others and to bring out the best in them.

This is my first time to write in the corner of SACSR!

But before anything else I would like to take this opportunity to thank my fellow Anthonians who voted me to be their President last March 2010 . Thank you for the trust and support you conferred to me.

I started my service in this institution as year mayor of the First Year last SY 2007-2008, being a Representative of the Second Year in the SY 2008-2009, and the Governor of the LAED Department last year. The exposure I have is one aspect that brought me in the position, as Student Republic President, and now serving my fellow Anthonians, which is so far the utmost accomplishment in the wheel of my Tertiary Education.

My period of office started first Monday of April as stipulated in the Constitution and By Laws of the Student Republic. Being in the position, it is accompanied by the responsibilities. Loving service and sense of responsibility, so to say. Four months had passed and the Student Republic is working for the welfare of the students. During summer time, the

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officers, especially the National Executive Council (NEC) convened to decide on the insurance of the students, after so many offers and proposals, we decided that we will take the offer of the Insular Life Insurance, and now the Student Certificate is ready for distribution. We also find time to beautify the office and the bulletin boards that belong to the SACSR.

When classes started last June 7, immediately the officers met to tackle about the election of the officers in vacant positions and the Acquaintance Night and Oath Taking Ceremony. The election of officers for vacant position was a success. It was participated by all students last June 23 of this year. The NEC was also invited to attend the Basic Customer Service Training at the SAC-AVR last June 26 together with the non-teaching staff of the school for us to know how to respond to the clientele of the institution as student leaders.

Last July 2, we held our Oath Taking Ceremony and Acquaintance Night with the theme, “Dress to Impress”.The objectives of this activity are: to place all duly elected officers under oath before they formally begin their service in the student republic, to foster camaraderie among the students in every department of the college, to celebrate our individual differences by getting to know each other, to inculcate the value of being an Anthonian in the spirit of joy and fraternity, to enhance the personality of every Anthonian, to orient students on the proper conduct during socialization, and to showcase the talents of Anthonians. We are delighted to know that all our objectives were met.

After which, we also had our Leadership

Training Seminar held at SAC – AVR, with the following speakers and topics, Mr. Eric Otayde, Provincial Press Information Officer and at the same time Teacher- “Parliamentary procedure and Resolution Making”, Mrs. Elma Villaluz and Engr. Leda T. De Gracia talked on “Environmental Care”, Miss Marianne Antonio, CPA, former SACSR President discussed about the “Qualities of a Good Leader”, and Miss Grace Bulaoro, the Guidance Services Coordinator was tasked to take up “How to handle criticisms”. It was participated by all SACSR officers coming from every department.

In my short term of office, I already encountered several problems and concerns of my fellow Anthonians that encourage me more to respond immediately.

Having been elected as SACSR President, I accept the challenge of leadership and responsibilities that go with it. I consign my mind, strength and endowment to serve my fellow Anthonians. Doing my preeminent to uphold what is excellent, beautiful and accurate. Making myself a comrade to everybody and respect individual differences and serve without any reluctance. As your President I am privileged but at the same time challenged to execute, I draw strength from the support of my family, from Mr. Adoniram Villanueva, my adviser, Ma’am Nona Fornier, our Student Affairs Officer, my colleagues in SACSR, my barkada: sjanie, merzie, ramy, matet, oming, JHAY = my AI-AI and of course from God almighty. God has given me these blessings but I know much is also expected me to do. And as a grateful young leader, I owe it all to GOD. ◙

Jazon D. MontillaSACSR President



1. What encouraged you to audition for PBB? - Actually, my classmates fetched me in my boarding house and encourage me to go for an audition in PBB. At first, I refused their offer because we have a class that time but they forced me to accompany them in the audition.

2. Did you expect to be one of the housemates of PBB?- Honestly, no. I did not expect to be one of the housemates in PBB. I was really shocked when they called me and sent me tickets to go to Manila for the final screening. I didn’t expect so much but luck came by. 3. What lessons have you learned while you are in PBB House?- There are many lessons that I’ve learned inside the PBB house. But above that all, the lesson that I really like most is when kuya stated these words to me “Lahat ng bagay ay may rason at malalaman mo rin yan sa takdang panahon.” This is the lesson of patience.

4. Did the PBB help you grow as a better man? How?- Yes. Everytime that kuya gave us a task to accomplish. These tasks help us to become better persons in life.

studies and acquire license because it is permanent. It’s good to become famous by helping others than by being an actor.

8. Describe your life as an Antiqueño.- Life being an Antiqueño is a challenging one. You will encounter hardships and challenges that will make you a better and stronger person. I’m so proud to be an Antiqueño not only in words but also in thoughts and actions.

9. What are your dreams in life?- To be successful in my life: studies, careers, work and family.

10. Message to your fellow Antiqueños particularly to the students of St. Anthony’s College. - To my fellow Antiqueños particularly to the students of St. Anthony’s College, life is so nice if you strive your best in everyday situation, together with God. Remember always that all things have reasons and you will know it in exact time. Just be patient. Just do all your best and God will do the rest. Thank you for the support, and for voting me everytime I’ve got nominated. ◙

Q&A withAngelo Pasco

6. How do you portray your character as a struggling isko of Antique?- I think first before I make some work or things to do. I believed that before I make things, I think of it many times so I cannot hurt people or had a bad result.

7. Why did you choose to finish your studies rather than grab the chance of being an actor?- I chose to finish my studies than to grab the chance of being an actor because being an actor is not a permanent job. It’s true that you will get famous but when time fades away, you will be forgotten by people. It’s nice to finish

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Name: Angelito S. PascoNickname: Angelo/ NoyBirth date: September 26, 1991Birthplace: Quezon City General Hospital Address: Hda. Bernabela, Asluman, Hamtic, An-tique Mother: Nelly Pasco Father: Lucito Pasco (Deceased)Sibling: Joselito S.PascoEducational Background:Elementary: Paco Catholic SchoolSecondary: Moscoso-Rios National High SchoolTertiary : University of the Philippines- Manila School of Health Sciences Course: Midwifery Motto: Do your best and God will do the rest.Hobbies: Playing basketball, surfing internet, and studying..Tell us more about yourself: Im just a simple guy; God fearing; Silent type

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books & movies

In February 11, 1986, the assassination of Evelio B. Javier had awakened the sleeping public from the nightmare and fear during the Marcos Regime, drag-ging themselves to the streets and fi ght for the elusive freedom.

Assassinations are usually terrifying, morbid and dreadful events. These events may be scary, shocking and most likely, intriguing. The murder of politi-cal leaders, religious icons and famous celebrities that left a rather nasty scar in the face of history.

Reader’s Digest presents Assassinations: History’s Most Shocking Moments of Murder, Betrayal and Madness by RG Grant reveals it all. The book is a com-pilation of about 400 assassinations and assassination attempts, with the profi le of the killers and their victims, descrip-tion of the weapons used and signifi cant facts about the actual murder. It features 100 profi les of the most infamous assas-

sinations and assassination attempts-the Romanovs, Thomas Becket and John F. Kennedy, all examines the killer and the victim, delves into the killer’s motiva-tions for the murder, surface the intrica-cies behind the actual deed and disclose the consequences of the assassin’s ac-tions. Eyewitness accounts and timelines also outline the important dates that en-compasses the assassination. Possibility of conspiracies is even emphasized in some profi les.

What’s more interesting with this book is the presence of illustrations, maps, di-agrams, photos and newspaper clippings that reanimate the murderous events.

Notable killings are also included in the listing. Even Benigno ‘Ninoy’ Aquino was included in the compilation, but Evelio B. Javier, whose death was be-lieved to have triggered the fi rst People Power in the Philippines, was not men-tioned.

The contents of the book are categorized according to the type of assassination. It covers:

• Assassinations that defi ned particular moments in history, such as the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, whose death touched off the horrors of the First World War• Victims of revolutionary ferment, including Emiliano Zapata and Leon Trotsky• Murders of leaders fi ghting for their right, such as Mahatma Gandhi and Malcolm X• Stalkers who eventually murdered their obsessions• The lucky few, including Ronald Rea-gan, Charles d Gaulle and Queen Victo-ria and Pope John Paul II who survived assassination attempts. ◙

AssassinationsHistory’s Most Shocking Moments of Murder, Betrayal, and Madness

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Up

Up is described as a comedic adventure starring a 78-year old man named Carl Fredricksen, who was working so hard to achieve Ellie’s, his wife’s dream of having a home at Paradise Falls somewhere in South America. But jobs and health issues kept intruding on their dreams. And then suddenly Carl became a widower, leaving him his lovely little house and his beautiful memories with Ellie.

Unfortunately, their house is at risk since it is at the path of new construction. Yet Carl fi nds the perfect way to keep his house intact. The solution is to tie thousand of balloons to his roof and fl oat away. He did it. Having this escape awakens his and Ellie’s dream adventure of visiting the wilderness of South America.

But Carl failed to take into consideration the persistent presence of an overly helpful Wilderness Explorer scout named

Russell. Russell didn’t know of Carl’s planned getaway and was on the porch when the house lifted off. With no way to put the house down and let Russell go back to his home, Carl and Russell become unlikely travelling companions. Without any hint, the house landed to South America yet two miles short from his target spot ---Paradise Falls. The two must walk the house, with balloons still attached on it, toward the realization of Carl’s dream.

On their way to the falls, they met a huge exotic bird in colorful feathers who unexpectedly loves chocolates. And Russell tamed and befriended the elusive bird. Russell named it Kevin. Kevin was the target of the explorer Charles Muntz as his fame was given demerit because of fabricating a bird’s skeleton of the same specie. Captivating the bird by all means would redeem his honor back.

Russell wanted to save Kevin, setting aside his dream of getting the last scout badge to complete all of them because of helping an elderly. On the other hand, Carl never liked the plan of Russell. He only wanted to fulfi ll the dream of Ellie. Yet the bravery of Russell made Carl realize that he must learn to let go of burdens.

Carl emptied his house with everything that reminds him of Ellie just to let it fl y again. And his bravery of letting go all his burdens had led to the salvation of Kevin and of Russell.

The movie teaches us to move on and fi nd new adventures in our life and not just about living in the past. Also, it reminds us that somewhere along the way, we often get distracted in facing the challenges of pursuing our dreams. And at those times, we may become so focused that we lose sight of other things that can be important to us too.

And this movie “Up” will lighten us that sometimes we may need to be fl exible in doing our life’s missions. ◙

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“I was playing the rag doll I just made out of scrap cloth. And my mom caught me. I saw the rage in her eyes. She was very angry. She then snatched the doll out of my embrace and threw it to the fire…”

“…because I was a boy then”, Datu Lubay reminisced his past.

Alex delos Santos is the man behind Antique’s enormous improvement in arts and culture. He is the current executive director of the Binirayan Foundation and the artistic director of the Hiniraya Theater Group. He is indeed one of the province’s best artists. And he is Datu Lubay.

In 2000, one of Sir Alex’s friends gave

him a collector’s doll that awakened his sleeping suppressed love for dolls. The deprivation of his desires during his youthful years made him not only buy another one or two dolls; but made him fill his house with different dolls that each represents different story and different culture.

“I was deprived by my parents to play dolls since I am a boy. And now that I am financially stable and independent, they don’t have any reasons to take away my wants.”, said Sir Alex.

Then Sir Alex opened the Balay ni Datu Lubay(House of Datu Lubay) Mini Toy and Doll Museum. From being a quarter of comfort women in Japanese time, their ancestral house turned into an expression

of pride and great heritage.

From his every travel, he brought home a doll that represents the culture of that place. And his every doll tells a story about his every travel. During his visit in Bangkok, he was fascinated by the culture of the Thais especially by their dolls. He was captivated by a Ramayana Doll wearing very delicate yet colorful silk dress. He then grabbed one and paid for it. But upon bringing it home, he realized that the doll was so expensive. On the record it is the most expensive item among his collections.

Many of his dolls are Asian inspired but there are also of Western Culture--- the Barbie Dolls. Still kept in their respective boxes, those are not the

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usual Barbie but of great significance to their owners. They are Barbie of the World Dolls that each wears a country’s national costume.

Cultural dolls symbolize cultural diversity. Every doll in the museum is the account of the collector’s rich experience in arts and culture. This awakens his spectrum to explore and learn more about other countries’ norm and cultural values.

Sir Alex’s collections varied from different materials too. There are dolls made of plastics, cloth, terracotta and even clay. He also owned Precious Moments and Russian Dolls but there are three from the collection that are actually made by his very own creative

hands.He, furthermore, envisioned of expanding the museum into art collections and plans to add vintage cars and other toys for boys.

“Girls are to dolls while boys are to robots and cars. Our custom has set such norm but playing dolls can actually teach boys to care for the girls, to become more gentle and passionate enough to them.”, Sir Alex pointed out.

More than fulfilling his collector’s personal taste, Sir Alex wants to share the delight of passion to everybody. He never charged entrance fees to the visitors. And since there are fewer museums found here in Antique, one of its prime purposes is to serve as a teaching resource

for education. This could serve as an invitation to some teachers, particularly of Humanities Subject, to further give their students cultural attachment as well as appreciation of such art.

Under the guise of innocent play, children basically learn values that teach them to appreciate the essence of being human and to be more accustomed with the society.

Coming up with collection involves an immense passion and this toy and doll museum is the living proof of Datu Lubay’s great love for arts and culture. He proves that despite cultural diversities, he can put the whole world, in peace and harmony, inside one house and that is in Balay ni Datu Lubay. ◙

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Museums are the repositories of the past. They are the remnants of the once flourishing and

existing life. They are means of looking back into history as they were once upon a time. Let’s take a closer look at the EBJ Gallery, where it nestles the legendary life of Antique’s hero, Evelio B. Javier.

The EBJ Gallery, located inside the historic old capitol of Antique, sustains Evelio’s presence despite the long silence in death. The gallery, which opened on October 30, 2006, contains the Evelio B. Javier Memorabilia that include pictures, personal belongings, photographs, letters and documents as well as objects that are significant to Evelio’s life and heroism.

It shows the different aspects of Evelio’s life-as a youth and student, as Antique’s governor and as a political leader who supported Corazon Aquino in the 1986 snap elections.

The gallery displays family pictures of Evelio together with his siblings, Evelyn, Exequiel and Nona, and their parents, which evoke his childhood days. From personal letters, medals to diplomas, the gallery enlivens the prime years of Evelio as an Atenean. Recognitions and achievements stand high and proud amidst its antiquity. Pictures of him and his classmates on the gallery walls reflect blithe and exuberant smiles that remain unchanged through the years. Even the

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The gallery also displays a replica of the hero’s statue made of terracotta, which served as the centerpiece during its first opening. Also, a collection of letters of Evelio and letters of his supporters are exhibited. In fact, two letters he wrote before his daylight assassination were put on display. Political campaign photos show how Evelio’s charm captured the hearts of Antiqueños.

There are also artworks dedicated to Evelio that portray different faces, from being a farmer to being a governor.

Aside from that, shirts and garments he used are also found in the gallery. Moreover, found in a glass chamber in a corner is the last clothing Evelio wore when he was assassinated. With it is a bloody and lifeless picture of him.

Evelio might have been gone two decades ago yet that gallery kept him alive in the minds and hearts of those who visited. Indeed, his patriotism lingers as the gallery reminds us about Evelio’s life in his quest to make a difference in the life of Antiqueños. ◙



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Literary

Bangon, Evelio Javier!John Iremil Teodoro

Bangon, Evelio Javier!Tipuna ang imong kusug nga nangin abo!

Bas-a kang lab-as nga dugo ang namuti nga mga tul-an!Bangon kaw nga daw maranhig

Para sa liwan pangimatyan ang Antique.

Bangon hay ang imong hamili nga damgoKadya nangin hupa nga nagapatay sara-sara

Kang mga Antikenyo!

Patawara ako, Evelio JavierIndi ta ikaw madayaw kadya nga Pebrero Onse

Parehas katong tingadlawNga gin-udakan kang bala ang imo lawas.

Ang ginbilin mo nga kanta kag damgoGinagamit kang mga pulitiko agud matiplang nanda ang mga Antikenyo.

Ang ginbilin mo nga kanta kag damgoGinagamit kang mga pulitiko agud masuyup nanda ang dugo kang mga

kasimanwa mo.Ang ginbilin mo nga damgo kag kanta

Ginagamit kang mga pulitiko agud maglapad ang anda lupaKag magdamul ang anda libro de bangko.

Ang mga maestra kag maestro nagaamat-amat karalubung sa atay-atay kang mga utang.

Ang mga mangunguma nagaani kang hangin, gutum, kag kalisud.Ang mga mangingisda nagapamunit kang damgo nga nagkararitrit.

Ang mga seaman kag domestic helper nagahurubas ang andang dugo, balhas, kag luha

Sa sobra nga pagpangabudlay kag kahidlaw sa iban nga lupa.

Evelio Javier, andut ginbaya-an mo kami?Evelio Javier, andut ginbaya-an mo tamun sa kadulum?

Evelio Javier,Sa diin ang langitnun nga damgo kang sangka patay nga tawo pareho

nimo?Sa diin ang kaisug kang sangka bangkay nga napulbos?

Sa diin ang dignidad kang sangka handumanan nga ginbastos?

Bangon, Evelio Javier!Bangon kag kalaga kami tanan

Hay indi tamun kamaan magdamgo parehas nimo kato.

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