Images from the "That Man from Samar photo Exhibit"

"That Man from Samar", a photo exhibit paying tribute to the late Senate President Jose Avelino, aka the father of Calbayog City, officially opened tonight at the Museo de Calbayog.

Among those in attendance were the City Officials led by Mayor Mel Sarmiento, Mayor Fred Serrano of Sta. Margarita and the two grandchildren of the late Senate President namely, Jose Avelino III and Loudette Avelino.

Here are some pictures from the event courtesy of Ruben Mawo

Mayor Mel Sarmiento cutting the ribbon with Mayor Fred Serrano and Jose Avelino III.

Jose Avelino III delivers a speech as Mayor Mel Sarmiento and Loudette Avelino listen.

Mayor Sarmiento with Councilor Julus Mancol and Metrobank Manager Jerry Peroll

And here are some close-up shots of some pictures on exhibit.

Sen. Pres. Jose Avelino with his wife Enriqueta and President Elpedio Quirino.

Sen. Avelino (extreme right) at a Malacañang function with President Manuel Quezon (2nd from the right)

President Manuel Quezon greeting some guests which included Mrs. Enriqueta Avelino (to the President's left)

Sen. Avelino taking oath before President Quezon.

Sen. Avelino (right) with Preident Quezon and an unidetified official in Malacañang

The Avelinos at a Malacañang function with President and Mrs. Elpidio Quirino.

Sen. Avelino with Generalissimo Franco of Spain