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Antonio Belo y Villaruz was a Filipino lawyer and politician who became Senator of the Philippines during the American occupation.[1]
Antonio Belo y Villaruz | |
|---|---|
| Senator of the Philippines from the 7th District | |
| In office June 5, 1928 – June 5, 1934 Serving with Jose Ledesma Ruperto Montinola | |
| Preceded by | Jose Hontiveros |
| Succeeded by | Potenciano Treñas |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 11, 1877 Panay, Capiz, Captaincy General of the Philippines |
| Political party | Nacionalista |
Early life and education
editHe was born in Panay, Capiz on January 11, 1877. He obtained the degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws and subsequently worked as a lawyer.[2]
Political career
editBelo held several legal and political positions such as municipal councilor of Romblon, Romblon; Justice of the Peace of Capiz, Capiz; and law clerk at the House of Representatives. In 1928, he was elected Senator from the 7th Senatorial District representing the provinces of Iloilo, Capiz and Romblon and served until 1934.[2]
References
edit- ^ "List of Previous Senators". SENATE OF THE PHILIPPINES.
- ^ a b "Antonio Belo y Villaruz". Senate of the Philippines. Retrieved 30 May 2023.