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72-505: The university provides instruction in science and technology, agriculture, fisheries, and education. It also undertakes research and extension services. Sultan Kudarat State University was formerly known as Sultan Kudarat Polytechnic State College (SKPSC). It was established in December 5, 1990, by virtue of RA 6973, otherwise known as the SKPSC Charter. Unlike other state colleges, SKPSC

144-760: A blacksmith, and Perfecta Quimson del Fierro (April 18, 1886 in Castillejos , Zambales – May 5, 1981 in Manila ), a Chinese mestizo schoolteacher, nurse. He spent his grade school life somewhere in Castillejos and his high school life at Zambales Academy in San Narciso, Zambales . After college, Magsaysay entered the University of the Philippines in 1927, where he enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering course. He first worked as

216-411: A bus, which was on a brief stop at Isulan Integrated Public Terminal to drop and pick up passengers. Isulan is centrally located and is accessible to all neighboring towns not only within the province of Sultan Kudarat but also in some municipalities of the province of Maguindanao del Sur , South Cotabato and Davao del Sur . It is bounded on the north by the municipality of Esperanza , north-east by

288-463: A chauffeur to support himself as he studied engineering; and later, he transferred to the Institute of Commerce at José Rizal College (now José Rizal University ) from 1928 to 1932, where he received a baccalaureate in commerce. He then worked as an automobile mechanic for a bus company and shop superintendent. At the outbreak of World War II, he joined the motor pool of the 31st Infantry Division of

360-464: A close friend to the president because of his charisma to the common people of Mindanao. Zotico was a local journalist and a writer from a family on Camiguin , (then sub-province of Misamis Oriental ), Zotico become a depository of complaints and an eye of the president in the region his diplomatic skills helped the government, moro and the rebels to learn the true situation in every city and municipalities. With his zero corruption mandate he recognized

432-646: A first by a Philippine President and a tradition that still continues up to this day. He was then called "Mambo Magsaysay". Also dressed in barong tagalog was the elected vice-president Carlos P. Garcia . The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines Ricardo Paras . For the first time, a Philippine president swore on the Bible on an inauguration. He swore on two Bibles, from each parents' side. As President, he

504-597: A government for the people, was to be elected president, ousting the corrupt administration that, in his opinion, had caused the rise of the communist guerrillas by bad administration. He resigned his post as defense secretary on February 28, 1953, and became the presidential candidate of the Nacionalista Party , disputing the nomination with Senator Camilo Osías at the Nacionalista national convention. When news reached Magsaysay that his political ally Moises Padilla

576-426: A long way towards bringing to reality the rural improvement program advocated by President Magsaysay. President Magsaysay enacted the following laws as part of his Agrarian Reform Program: In early 1954, Benigno Aquino Jr. was appointed by President Magsaysay to act as his personal emissary to Luis Taruc , leader of the rebel group, Hukbalahap . Also in 1954, Lt. Col. Laureño Maraña, the former head of Force X of

648-433: A lot to the utilization of its by-products as construction materials – the uniquely woven "kalakat" known all over Mindanao. The festival is divided into two parts: the first part shows the different activities being done in the farm. After which a thanksgiving is performed for their good harvest. The second part shows the merrymaking in the form of dance using different properties and materials that make it very festive. As

720-520: A mall, the list below contains the current malls and the future shopping centers in Isulan. The municipality has an integrated terminal with buses, vans and jeepneys going to various areas of Soccsksargen , Maguindanao and Davao Region . Bus companies include: Every month of August 30, the municipality of Isulan conducts the Hamungaya Festival to celebrate its foundation. Isulanons believe that

792-472: A rather satisfactory conclusion this long drawn controversy between the two countries. Magsaysay's term, which was to end on December 30, 1957, was cut short by a plane crash. On March 16, 1957, Magsaysay left Manila for Cebu City where he spoke at a convention of USAFFE veterans and the commencement exercises of three educational institutions, namely: University of the Visayas , Southwestern Colleges , and

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864-787: A supply officer codenamed Chow and later as commander of a 10,000-strong force. Magsaysay was among those instrumental in clearing the Zambales coast of the Japanese prior to the landing of American forces together with the Philippine Commonwealth troops on January 29, 1945. He was married to Luz Rosauro Banzon on June 16, 1933, and they had three children: Teresita (1934–1979), Milagros (b. 1936) and Ramon Jr. (b. 1938). Other Relatives Several of Magsaysay's relatives became prominent public figures in their own right: On April 22, 1946, Magsaysay, encouraged by his fellow ex-guerrillas,

936-481: A turn of achievement of Zotico that made him his compadre when Zotico named his fifth child after the President when he was elected in 1953, even making the President godfather to the boy. Magsaysay personally visited Mindanao several times because of this friendship, becoming the first President to visit Camiguin, where he was warmly received by thousands of people who waited for his arrival. To amplify and stabilize

1008-433: A whole, the Hamungaya Festival actually expresses life itself or deep-seated emotion communicated by the emotions of the human body blending with the music. The flow of body movements, the sound of the music and the grace with which the dance is executed all build up the story or emotions being communicated. No doubt, this is a unique form of art, and along with other activities or talent being displayed during festivities, it

1080-449: A year, of which more than 30,000 would be settled by direct action and a little more than 25,000 would be referred to government agencies for appropriate follow-up. This new entity, composed of youthful personnel, all loyal to the President, proved to be a highly successful morale booster restoring the people's confidence in their own government. He appointed Zotico "Tex" Paderanga Carrillo in 1953 as PCAC Chief for Mindanao and Sulu. He became

1152-446: Is a contribution to the dreams of establishing solidarity among the peoples in the province of Sultan Kudarat. East Isulan District elementary school Central Isulan District elementary schools South Isulan District elementary schools West Isulan District elementary schools Public secondary schools Ramon Magsaysay Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay Sr. QSC GCGH KGE GCC (August 31, 1907 – March 17, 1957)

1224-574: Is in the center of the new province, was made its capital. On August 28, 2018, at 8:34 pm, three people were killed and 36 injured during the Hamungaya Festival when an improvised explosive device went off in front of a store in Barangay Kalawag 3 along the National Highway. Five days later, on September 2, at 11:35 pm, another bomb exploded in an Internet cafe killing one person and injuring 15. Authorities blamed both incidences on

1296-626: Is the predominantly spoken language in the municipality, with the bulk of Isulan's population predominantly consisting of descendants of settlers who came from the Hiligaynon-speaking parts of the Visayas, namely the islands of Negros and Panay . Maguindanaon is a native language spoken in Isulan, while other languages spoken in the city are Tagalog , Cebuano , Ilocano , Karay-a , Kapampangan , Chavacano, and others. Poverty incidence of Isulan Source: Philippine Statistics Authority Isulan has various department stores and

1368-510: The Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters . On April 3, 2019, 18 people, including children, were injured when an improvised explosive device exploded at a restaurant, possibly motivated by extortion. On September 7, 2019, at 7 am, an improvised explosive device went off in front of the public market, injuring seven people. On April 17, 2023, seven people were injured when an improvised explosive device exploded inside

1440-548: The Central Intelligence Agency , had strong influence on the 1953 election, and candidates in the election fiercely competed with each other for U.S. support. In the election of 1953 , Magsaysay was decisively elected president over the incumbent Elpidio Quirino . He was sworn into office on Wednesday, December 30, 1953, at the Independence Grandstand in Manila . He was wearing the barong tagalog ,

1512-451: The Hukbalahap guerrillas. This success was due in part to the unconventional methods he took up from a former advertising expert and CIA agent, Colonel Edward Lansdale . In the counterinsurgency the two utilized deployed soldiers distributing relief goods and other forms of aid to outlying, provincial communities. Prior to Magsaysay's appointment as Defense Secretary, rural citizens perceived

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1584-598: The Municipality of Isulan ( Hiligaynon : Banwa sang Isulan ; Maguindanaon : Inged nu Isulan , Jawi : ايڠد نو اسولن; Tagalog : Bayan ng Isulan ), is a 1st class municipality and capital of the province of Sultan Kudarat , Philippines . According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 97,490 people. The Christian settlers would have preferred to decide the name of their new town by referendum. However, Datu Kudanding Camsa, both revered and feared, had decided it by himself. Datu Kudanding Camsa had reacted to

1656-533: The Philippine Army . When Bataan surrendered in 1942, Magsaysay escaped to the hills, narrowly evading Japanese arrest on at least four occasions. There he organised the Western Luzon Guerrilla Forces, and was commissioned captain on April 5, 1942. For three years, Magsaysay operated under Col. Frank Merrill 's famed guerrilla outfit and saw action at Sawang, San Marcelino, Zambales, first as

1728-524: The University of San Carlos . At the University of the Visayas, he was conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws. That same night, at about 1:00 am PST , he boarded the presidential plane "Mt. Pinatubo", a C-47 , heading back to Manila. In the early morning hours of March 17, the plane was reported missing. By late afternoon, newspapers had reported the airplane had crashed on Mount Manunggal in Cebu, and that 36 of

1800-562: The artesian wells campaign. A group-movement known as the Liberty Wells Association was formed and in record time managed to raise a considerable sum for the construction of as many artesian wells as possible. The socio-economic value of the same could not be gainsaid and the people were profuse in their gratitude. Finally, vast irrigation projects, as well as enhancement of the Ambuklao Power plant and other similar ones, went

1872-518: The 16th PC Company, assumed command of the 7th BCT, which had become one of the most mobile striking forces of the Philippine ground forces against the Huks, from Colonel Valeriano. Force X employed psychological warfare through combat intelligence and infiltration that relied on secrecy in planning, training, and execution of attack. The lessons learned from Force X and Nenita were combined in the 7th BCT. With

1944-439: The 56 aboard were killed. The actual number on board was 25, including Magsaysay. He was only 49. Only newspaperman Nestor Mata survived. Vice President Carlos P. Garcia , who was on an official visit to Australia at the time, returned to Manila and acceded to the presidency to serve out the remaining eight months of Magsaysay's term. An estimated two million people attended Magsaysay's state funeral on March 22, 1957. He

2016-486: The Administrative Code, issued and signed by the then President Carlos P. Garcia on August 30, 1957, creating the municipality of Isulan, whose territorial jurisdiction was taken from the municipality of Norala, South Cotabato , and Dulawan, Cotabato. With the creation of the municipality of Isulan, Kalawag became the seat of its government. The municipal government officially functioned on September 12, 1957, with

2088-718: The Committee reported that Japan was in a position to pay, Ambassador Felino Neri, appointed chief negotiator, went to Tokyo . On May 31, 1955, Ambassador Neri reached a compromise agreement with Japanese Minister Takazaki, the main terms of which consisted in the following: The Japanese government would pay eight hundred million dollars as reparations. Payment was to be made in this wise: Twenty million dollars would be paid in cash in Philippine currency; thirty million dollars, in services; five million dollars, in capital goods; and two hundred and fifty million dollars, in long-term industrial loans. On August 12, 1955, President Magsaysay informed

2160-613: The Japanese government, through Prime Minister Ichiro Hatoyama , that the Philippines accepted the Neri-Takazaki agreement. In view of political developments in Japan, the Japanese Prime Minister could only inform the Philippine government of the Japanese acceptance of said agreement on March 15, 1956. The official Reparations agreement between the two government was finally signed at Malacañang Palace on May 9, 1956, thus bringing to

2232-565: The Municipality of Norala. On March 20, 1957, Engr. Jose M. Ancheta of the Bureau of Public Highways of Cotabato made its first endorsement to the provincial board and laid down the proposed boundaries of the new municipality. Acting on this report, the provincial board of Cotabato thru Resolution No. 316 series of 1957, petitioned the President of the Philippines to create the proposed municipality. Executive Order No. 266, pursuant to section 68 of

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2304-653: The Philippine Army with apathy and distrust. However, Magsaysay's term enhanced the Army's image, earning them respect and admiration. In June 1952, Magsaysay made a goodwill tour to the United States and Mexico. He visited New York , Washington, D.C. (with a medical check-up at Walter Reed Hospital ) and Mexico City , where he spoke at the Annual Convention of Lions International . By 1953, President Quirino thought

2376-689: The Philippine delegation. According to their account, the Philippine delegation ably represented the interests of the Philippines and, in the ultimate analysis, succeeded in turning the Bandung Conference into a victory against the plans of its socialist and neutralist delegates. Following the reservations made by Ambassador Rómulo, on the Philippines' behalf, upon signing the Japanese Peace Treaty in San Francisco on September 8, 1951, for several years of series of negotiations were conducted by

2448-446: The Philippine government and that of Japan. In the face of adamant claims of the Japanese government that it found impossible to meet the demand for the payment of eight billion dollars by the way of reparations, President Magsaysay, during a so-called "cooling off" period, sent a Philippine Reparations Survey Committee, headed by Finance Secretary Jaime Hernandez, to Japan for an "on the spot" study of that country's possibilities. When

2520-497: The President Ramon Magsaysay . His group consisted of the erstwhile and rebellious surrenderees belonging to HUKBALAHAPs from Pampanga . On June 21, 1969, President Marcos, signed R.A. No. 5960, creating the municipality of Bagumbayan which cost Isulan more than 85% of its original land area. But of the original land area of 336,000 hectares, only 49,551 hectares were left and the 48 barrios were reduced to 17. Upon

2592-918: The Soviet Union in the Cold War, or any other imperialistic nations, the Asian–African Conference was held in Bandung , Indonesia in April 1955, upon invitation extended by the Prime Ministers of India , Pakistan , Burma , Ceylon , and Indonesia . This summit is commonly known as the Bandung Conference . Although, at first, the Magsaysay Government seemed reluctant to send any delegation. Later, however, upon advise of Ambassador Carlos P. Rómulo , it

2664-550: The Sultan Kudarat Polytechnic State College into a university, known as Sultan Kudarat State University. Dr. Teresita L. Cambel was the first president of the university. Its main campus, known as, Administration Center and Central Educational Site and Services (ACCESS), was located in Sitio Dos, Barangay EJC Montilla, Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat. Officer-in-Charge Isulan Isulan , officially

2736-474: The all out anti-dissidence campaigns against the Huks, they numbered less than 2,000 by 1954 and without the protection and support of local supporters, active Huk resistance no longer presented a serious threat to Philippine security. From February to mid-September 1954, the largest anti-Huk operation, "Operation Thunder-Lightning" was conducted that resulted in Taruc's surrender on May 17. Further cleanup operations of

2808-780: The appointment of its municipal mayor Datu Suma Ampatuan who served until 1967. In 1951, the Board of Directors of the Land Settlement and Development Cooperation (LASEDECO) started the opening of a settlement in an area formerly under the jurisdiction of the National Land Settlement Association (NLSA) as a reservation. The LASEDECO had surveyed and parceled out home and farm lots and constructed municipal and barrio roads and installed electrical light generators. It had brought-in hundreds of farm tractors which uprooted big trees, cleared obstruction, planned, cleaned and harrowed

2880-452: The cleanest and most corruption-free in modern Philippine history; his rule is often cited as the Philippines's "Golden Years". Trade and industry flourished, the Philippine military was at its prime, and the country gained international recognition in sports, culture, and foreign affairs. The Philippines placed second on a ranking of Asia's clean and well-governed countries. His presidency

2952-404: The country greater freedom to industrialize while continuing to receive privileged access to US markets. The agreement replaced the unpopular Bell Trade Act , which tied the economy of the Philippines to that of United States. The culmination of a series of meetings to promote Afro-Asian economic and cultural cooperation and to oppose colonialism or neocolonialism by either the United States or

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3024-438: The discontinued Cagayan Valley Railroad Extension project. Presidential elections were held on November 10, 1953, in the Philippines. Incumbent President Elpidio Quirino lost his opportunity for a second full term as President of the Philippines to former Defense Secretary Magsaysay. His running mate, Senator José Yulo lost to Senator Carlos P. García . Vice President Fernando López did not run for re-election. This

3096-688: The functions of the Economic Development Corps (EDCOR), President Magsaysay worked for the establishment of the National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Administration (NARRA). This body took over from the EDCOR and helped in the giving some sixty-five thousand acres to three thousand indigent families for settlement purposes. Again, it allocated some other twenty-five thousand to a little more than one thousand five hundred landless families, who subsequently became farmers . As further aid to

3168-419: The history of local battles way back in the early. Until 19th century when a sultanate in the adjacent town of Maganoy under Sultan Utto with a vast army decided to attack a small municipality located in the area now encompassed by the new entity under the leadership of Sultan Kudarat Mopak. Outnumbered with the ratio of 20:1, Sultan Kudarat Mopak on a white horse decided to do battle with his men notwithstanding

3240-472: The men were guilty and Lacson, his 25 men and three other mayors of Negros Occidental municipalities were condemned to the electric chair . Magsaysay was also the general manager of the Manila Railroad Company between October and December 1951. His tenure later motivated him to modernize the rail operator's fleet after stepping into presidency. He also set the first steps in building what has been

3312-435: The municipalities of Koronadal and Dulawan . The municipality of Koronadal was created under E.O. No. 82 dated August 8, 1947 by Pres. Manuel L. Roxas. On March 10, 1953, the municipality of Norala was created by virtue of E.O.NO.572, whose territorial jurisdiction was taken from the municipality of Koronadal . Datu Kudanding Camsa in the latter part of 1956 initiated the creation of another municipality to be taken from

3384-559: The municipality of Lambayong ; on the east by Tacurong ; on the south by the municipalities of Bagumbayan and Senator Ninoy Aquino ; and on the southeast by the municipality of Norala, South Cotabato , and Santo Niño, South Cotabato ; and on the west by the Municipalities of Lebak and Kalamansig . It has a total land area of 54,125 hectares (133,750 acres). Isulan is politically subdivided into 17 barangays . Each barangay consists of puroks while some have sitios . Hiligaynon

3456-513: The odds. The battle cry of Sultan Kudarat was the uttering of the word, "Isu-silan" which means "They are there, advance". This intrepid, although suicidal show of force and determination, so impressed by Utto, that in order to save lives on both sides, he decided to resolve the issue by negotiation, thus placing Kudarat and his principality under his protectorate of Utto, Isulan municipality derived its name from "Isu-silan" which means "Progress". The present territories of Isulan formerly belonged to

3528-809: The opportune conversations with Secretary Dulles for this purpose. Agreement was reached thereon and the first meeting of the Joint United States–Philippines Defense Council was held in Manila following the end of the Manila Conference. Thus were the terms of the Mutual Defense Pact between the Philippines and the United States duly implemented. The Magsaysay administration negotiated the Laurel-Langley Agreement which

3600-478: The passage of H.B. No. 5020 dividing the province of Cotabato, the Municipal Council of Isulan passed Resolution No. 17 dated May 31, 1972, requesting Congressman Salipada K. Pendatun and Gov. Carlos B. Cajelo that Isulan be made a capital town. On November 22, 1973, P.D. No. 341 was issued dividing Cotabato provinces, namely; Sultan Kudarat , Maguindanao , and North Cotabato . At the same time, Isulan, which

3672-752: The people by bringing the government closer to the former. This was symbolically seen when, on inauguration day, President Magsaysay ordered the gates of Malacañan Palace be opened to the general public, who were allowed to freely visit all parts of the Palace complex. Later, this was regulated to allow weekly visitation. True to his electoral promise, he created the Presidential Complaints and Action Committee. This body immediately proceeded to hear grievances and recommend remedial action. Headed by soft-spoken, but active and tireless, Manuel Manahan , this committee would come to hear nearly 60,000 complaints in

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3744-522: The possible victory of North Vietnam over South Vietnam , which could spread communist ideology to other countries in the region. The possibility that a communist state can influence or cause other countries to adopt the same system of government is called the domino theory . The active coordination of the Magsaysay administration with the Japanese government led to the Reparation Agreement. This

3816-582: The public. One example of his integrity followed a demonstration flight aboard a new plane belonging to the Philippine Air Force (PAF): President Magsaysay asked what the operating costs per hour were for that type of aircraft, then wrote a personal check to the PAF, covering the cost of his flight. He restored the people's trust in the military and in the government. Ushering a new era in Philippine government , President Magsaysay placed emphasis upon service to

3888-547: The remaining guerrillas lasted throughout 1955, cutting their number to less than 1,000 by year's end. The administration of President Magsaysay was active in the fight against the expansion of communism in Asia. He made the Philippines a member of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization ( SEATO ), which was established in Manila on September 8, 1954, during the "Manila Conference". Members of SEATO were alarmed at

3960-490: The rural people, the president established the Agricultural Credit and Cooperative Financing Administration (ACCFA). The idea was for this entity to make available rural credits. Records show that it did grant, in this wise, almost ten million dollars. This administration body next devoted its attention to cooperative marketing. Along this line of help to the rural areas, President Magsaysay initiated in all earnestness

4032-418: The threat of the Huks was under control and Secretary Magsaysay was becoming too weak. Magsaysay met with interference and obstruction from the President and his advisers, in fears they might be unseated at the next presidential election. Although Magsaysay had at that time no intention to run, he was urged from many sides and finally was convinced that the only way to continue his fight against communism, and for

4104-439: The wealth of arts and culture is expressed in many forms and in so many kinds. The festival showcases skills and talents in literary, musical and cultural aspects of the constituents both young and old. The Hamungaya also depicts the thanksgiving festival of its residents who are mostly engaged in agriculture. This includes rice and corn farming, vegetables and crops production including the famous African palm which has contributed

4176-433: The wide stretches of the area. What was once a marshy and wild expanse inhabited by snakes, crocodiles, wild cattle, swine, and deer had welcomed the first sprout of seedlings of corn and rice, thus blanketed the horizon in endless green. When a group of 72 World War II Veterans, led by Venancio Magbanua, Post Commander of Norala had come and settled in the area, on September 7, 1950, a Kalawag root crop used as food coloring

4248-586: Was Chairman of the House National Defense Committee. In early August 1950, he offered President Elpidio Quirino a plan to fight the Communist guerrillas, using his own experiences in guerrilla warfare during World War II. After some hesitation, Quirino realized that there was no alternative and appointed Magsaysay Secretary of National Defence in September 1950. He intensified the campaign against

4320-571: Was a Filipino statesman who served as the seventh President of the Philippines , from December 30, 1953, until his death in an aircraft disaster on March 17, 1957. An automobile mechanic by profession, Magsaysay was appointed military governor of Zambales after his outstanding service as a guerrilla leader during the Pacific War . He then served two terms as Liberal Party congressman for Zambales 's at-large district before being appointed Secretary of National Defense by President Elpidio Quirino . He

4392-727: Was a close friend and supporter of the United States and a vocal spokesman against communism during the Cold War . He led the foundation of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization , also known as the Manila Pact of 1954, that aimed to defeat communist-Marxist movements in Southeast Asia, South Asia and the Southwestern Pacific. During his term, he made Malacañang literally a "house of the people", opening its gates to

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4464-473: Was a trade agreement between the Philippines and the United States which was signed in 1955 and expired in 1974. Although it proved deficient, the final agreement satisfied nearly all of the diverse Filipino economic interests. While some have seen the Laurel-Langley agreement as a continuation of the 1946 trade act, Jose P. Laurel and other Philippine leaders recognized that the agreement substantially gave

4536-505: Was an agreement between the two countries, obligating the Japanese government to pay $ 550 million as reparation for war damages to the Philippines. Taking the advantage of the presence of U.S. Secretary John Foster Dulles in Manila to attend the SEATO Conference, the Philippine government took steps to broach with him the establishment of a Joint Defense Council. Vice-President and Secretary of Foreign Affairs Carlos P. Garcia held

4608-743: Was being tortured by men of provincial governor Rafael Lacson, he rushed to Negros Occidental , but was too late. He was then informed that Padilla's body was drenched in blood, pierced by fourteen bullets, and was positioned on a police bench in the town plaza. Magsaysay himself carried Padilla's corpse with his bare hands and delivered it to the morgue , and the next day, news clips showed pictures of him doing so. Magsaysay even used this event during his presidential campaign in 1953 . The trial against Lacson started in January 1952; Magsaysay and his men presented enough evidence to convict Lacson and his 26 men for murder. In August 1954, Judge Eduardo Enríquez ruled

4680-418: Was decided to have the Philippines participate in the conference. Rómulo was asked to head the Philippine delegation. At the very outset indications were to the effect that the conference would promote the cause of neutralism as a third position in the current Cold War between the capitalist bloc and the communist group. John Kotelawala , Prime Minister of Ceylon, however, broke the ice against neutralism. He

4752-551: Was elected president under the banner of the Nacionalista Party . He was the youngest to be elected as president, and second youngest to be president (after Emilio Aguinaldo ). He was the first Philippine president born in the 20th century and the first to be born after the Spanish colonial era . Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay, of mixed Filipino, Spanish , and Chinese descent, was born in Iba, Zambales on August 31, 1907, to Exequiel de los Santos Magsaysay (April 18, 1874 in San Marcelino , Zambales – January 24, 1969 in Manila ),

4824-444: Was elected under the Liberal Party to the Philippine House of Representatives . In 1948, President Manuel Roxas chose Magsaysay to go to Washington, D.C. as Chairman of the Committee on Guerrilla Affairs, to help to secure passage of the Rogers Veterans Bill, giving benefits to Philippine veterans. In the so-called "dirty election" of 1949 , he was re-elected to a second term in the House of Representatives. During both terms, he

4896-427: Was established out of five previously Department of Education Culture and Sport (DECS) – supervised high schools in five municipalities of the province. The five high schools in Isulan , Kalamansig , Palimbang , Tacurong and Lutayan became the core for the creation of Sultan Kudarat Polytechnic State College. On January 18, 2010, Republic Act No. 9966, was signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo , converting

4968-462: Was found out abundantly growing. Then, the early settlers decided to call and register the settlement as "Kalawag Settlement District of LASEDECO". The area comprising the town site covers approximately 400 hectares. Immigrants from Visayas and Luzon had now come in shiploads. The most numerous batch was the "PACSA" group headed by Pedro Gabriel and Bienvenido Pamintuan otherwise known as the "Presidential Assistance Commission on Social Amelioration of

5040-403: Was immediately joined by Rómulo, who categorically stated that his delegation believed that "a puppet is a puppet", no matter whether under a Western Power or an Asian state. In the course of the conference, Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru acidly spoke against the SEATO . Ambassador Rómulo delivered a stinging, eloquent retort that prompted Prime Minister Nehru to publicly apologize to

5112-420: Was posthumously referred to as the "Champion of the Masses" and "Defender of Democracy". After his death, vice-president Carlos P. Garcia was inducted into the presidency on March 18, 1957, to complete the last eight months of Magsaysay's term. In the presidential elections of 1957, Garcia won his four-year term as president, but his running mate was defeated. Magsaysay's administration was considered as one of

5184-461: Was the first time that an elected Philippine President did not come from the Senate . Moreover, Magsaysay began the practice in the Philippines of "campaign jingles" during elections, for one of his inclinations and hobbies was dancing. The jingles that were used during the election period was "Mambo Magsaysay" ", "We Want Magsaysay" , and "The Magsaysay Mambo" The United States Government , including

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