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(Jose Maria Veloso)
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Early Life and Education
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Growing up in a period of significant political and social change under Spanish colonial rule, Veloso displayed early intellectual promise. In 1903, he attended the Seminary College of Cebu, where he laid the foundation for his academic pursuits. His ambition led him to the <a href="https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/2891/miguel-de-benavides-credited-as-founder-of-university-of-santo-tomas" class="news_link">University of Santo Tomas</a> in Manila, where he pursued a law degree. In 1909, Veloso graduated with a <i>Licenciado en Derecho</i> (Bachelor of Laws) and passed the bar examinations the same year, marking the beginning of his distinguished career.
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Legal Career and Early Ventures
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In 1910, just a year after becoming a licensed lawyer, Veloso co-founded the law firm Veloso and Singson, establishing himself as a capable legal practitioner in Manila. His legal acumen and dedication to public service set the stage for his entry into politics. However, his early career was not without controversy. In 1923, Veloso, then a member of the House of Representatives and manager of the Parliamentary Club, was involved in a legal case where he was found guilty of resisting police during a raid on the club, which was suspected of being a gambling house. The Supreme Court of the Philippines upheld his conviction under article 252 of the Penal Code, sentencing him to four months and one day of imprisonment and a fine. The court noted that Veloso's resistance was not necessarily tied to his public position, suggesting his actions were driven by personal conviction rather than political leverage.
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April 30, 1886: Jose Maria Veloso was born in San Isidro, Leyte