BAIS CITY HISTORY

  Dance Researcher: Josefa Baena Villanuevas Perez Duration: Approximately 10 minutes Music: Rondalla or Solo Guitar Setting: Bais City, Negros Oriental Cultural Context: The "Kuratsa de Negros," as meticulously researched and documented by Josefa Villanuevas Perez, is a vibrant interpretation of the traditional Filipino courtship dance, the Kuratsa, specifically tailored to the unique cultural tapestry of Bais City, Negros Oriental. This particular rendition beautifully blends the spirited Mexican influence, evident in the dance's lively tempo and flirtatious movements, with the subtle nuances and traditions indigenous to the Baisanon community. It serves as a captivating portrayal of the intricate dance of affection and pursuit between a man and a woman, reflecting the social graces and romantic aspirations of the locale. Dance Description: The "Kuratsa de Negros" is typically performed by a pair of dancers, a man and a woman, engaging in a charming and ...

Dolores Somoza Arnaiz -Garcia Miss Bais Carnival Queen Miss Negros Oriental Carnival Queen  

  "Gen. Sergio Lopez Sinco" who was a Filipino general. He was the son of Don Escolastico G. Sinco and Saturnina Lopez of Iloilo. He served during the Philippine Revolution and later during the Philippine-American War. He assumed command of the La Libertad revolutionary forces and joined the group of Don Diego de la Viña in 1898. He also assumed command of the Bais revolutionary forces.

 Jose Teves Pastor, born on April 30, 1875, in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, was a notable politician who served as a mayor of Dumaguete. While historical records can sometimes be intricate, information indicates that a "Mayor Jose Teves" was responsible for initiating significant public works projects in Dumaguete during his tenure. He was the son of José Pastor y Meléndez and Fausta Villamil Teves . He had siblings Manuel Teves Pastor, Concepcion Teves Pastor, Carmen Pastor de Llanderal, and Agapito Teves Pastor. He also had half-siblings, including Pastora Teves Pastor, Angela Teves Pastor, Aurora T. Pastor -Larena,Maria Mariquita Pastor -Teves, Ramon Teves Pastor and Manuela Teves Pastor This indicates a strong family connection between the Teves and Pastor names. One of his notable early projects as mayor was the establishment of health care centers in various areas of Dumaguete, including Piapi, Daro, and Taclobo. His efforts extended to broader infrastructure development...