Archive for March, 2008

Sagunto Chess Masters

Jeanette on Mar 14th 2008

The old issue of the Sagunto Star (Vol 2-2 Page 8), mentioned how chess was gaining popularity among young people in Sagunto. It was mentioned that during its early years of popularity, Judy Digay (SFAL President) and Arthur Delamen were among the leading players. In the eighties, the leading Sagunto chess masters were Norman Orencia, Tony Abenoja, Conrado Palitang and Rene Alamay.

Today, the game of chess remains popular in Sagunto. One of the activities during the past fiesta was a chess and checkers (dama) tournament was sponsored by Mrs. Tessie Alboukharey and Mr. Dondon Agoto to encourage the present chess masters.


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Vol 2-2 Pgs 6 & 7

Jeanette on Mar 12th 2008

Vol 2-2 Pg 6 Vol 2-2 Pg 7

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Happy Birthday, Lola Dora

Jeanette on Mar 9th 2008

Join us in wishing our beloved Lola Dora, Mrs. Teodora Castillo Bongog, a very Happy Birthday!

Lola Dora, in her eighties, is still relatively healthy, enjoys gardening and attending church every Sunday. She now has five great grand daughters and enjoys spending time with all of them.

Lola Dora

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The Jeff Estoesta Family’s New Member

Jeanette on Mar 8th 2008

Last November 6, 2007, Jeff & Lailani Estoesta were blessed with a second son, Joshua. Congratulations, Jepoy and family may your blessings continue to grow.


Estoesta Family

Jepoy, Lailani, Jorelle & Joshua
Jorelle & Joshua

Big brother Jorelle and 4 months old Joshua

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