AUGUST 16
Fiesta of Cordova, Cebu
Fiesta of Asturias, Cebu
1742
A royal cedula is issued exempting the Cebuanos from payment of tribute in recognition of their help in Spanish pacification efforts.
1836
A Bishop decree confirms the erection of Talisay, as a parish under the patronage of Santa Teresa de Jesus.
1951
Pedro Elizalde assumes the Cebu City mayorship succeeding Miguel Raffiñan. Elizalde remains mayor until July 23, 1952.
Category: Today in the History of Cebu