In this
Spanish name, the first or paternal
surname is
Belo and the second or maternal family name is
Villaruz.
Antonio Belo y Villaruz was a Filipino lawyer and politician who became Senator of the Philippines during the American occupation.[1]
Early life and education
He 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
Belo 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]
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