Historia de Bais City

By : Prof. Penn T. Larena The Pinili Clan in Negros Oriental has a rich history of public service, involvement in politics, success in business, and contributions to the agriculture and sugar industry. Their story is a testament to their dedication and commitment to the development of their community and the province as a whole. Family Historian Penn T. Larena,Hanover Leonor,Merzoh Cadiz,Bais City Vice Mayor Merci Goni and Tita Pamela B. Teves The origins of the Pinili Clan can be traced back several generations, beginning with their patriarch, Don Antonio Pinili. He was a prominent figure in Negros Oriental during the early 18th century, known for his entrepreneurial spirit and passion for public service. Don Antonio Pinili ventured into the sugar industry and established successful rice & sugar plantations in the Southern Negros, which laid the foundation for the family's involvement in agriculture. In the realm of public service, the Pinili Clan made significant contribu...

HON. HERMENEGILDO “BINDOY” T. VILLANUEVA  Writer : Prof. Penn T. Larena ,CPS,MPA  Hermenegildo Villanueva was born on September 25, 1896 in the municipality of Bais, Negros Oriental, Philippines, son of Hermenegildo Regis Villanueva and Anselma Pinili Teves. He was Filipino citizen married to Asuncion dela Peña Larena who was the eldest daughter of prominent sugar baron Demetrio Larena and Maria Luisa dela Peña.  He learned his first lessons from his private tutor employed by his parents. He continued his studies in Cebu, attending one of the best schools of that time there, where he finished his secondary training. He finished a business course in Iloilo City. Just budding into full manhood during the early part of the revolution, young Hermenegildo saw glamours in the services for his country. Immediately at the outbreak of hostilities, he became Chief of the Local Revolutionary Army and secretary of War in the Negros Republic. He was also largely responsible ...

Our Grand Patriachs the four Pinili brothers Don Mariano,Don Bernardo,Don Cornelio and Don Pedro and their sister Doña Narcisa Pinili-Valencia Pinili Clan Association 079 Rovira Road Pulantubig Tel No. 035- 422-4040