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Goa Sudharop Annual Awards
January 5, 2011 - 3:45 - 6:30pm
Hotel Mandovi, Panaji, Goa
Details at: http://bit.ly/GoaSudharop2011
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From the Cradle of Konkani history: 3
What is Historiography? Does it mean writing about only those things of
which one is aware? It cannot be denied that Historiography involves a lot
of research, a meticulous and painstaking exercise to unearth and bring to
light facts which may not all be in the public domain. But, in recent
years, the term is being interpreted as an effort to write about only those
events and happenings one personally knows, only about persons one likes
while ignoring those one does not, and generally blow one's own trumpet. In
fact there has been an active attempt to twist history to fit one's own
agenda; this is specifically in regard to the history of Konkani language
and the Konkani Tiatr. Let us bear in mind that, in effect, what is today
being recorded as history is a falsification of History, a diabolical
attempt at suppressio veri suggestio falsi. When the next generation comes
to use this hodgepodge as reference material and bases its writing on this
"history" could we blame them? Have these historiographers pondered over
this aspect?
Keeping this in mind, we are bringing out a roll of persons who have
sincerely contributed to the progress of Konkani and who have been,
deliberately or otherwise, ignored or neglected. We do not rule out the
possibility of shortcomings even in this writing of ours. But we are of the
firm opinion that facts, in their proper perspective, must be truthfully
recorded. Therefore, we humbly request our knowledgeable readers to point
these defects and also provide any additional relevant information, in their
possession or knowledge, about these personalities so that proper amends
could be made. Letters/articles in this regard would be much appreciated.
(- F.C.)
F. J. Martyres - d. 1986
Francis John Martyres alias F. J. Martyres, native of Savantvaddi, held a
high position in GPO, Mumbai. His contribution to Konkani language is
immense. He has functioned as a pillar of Konkani Bhasha Mandal, Mumbai
right from its inception until his death on December 11, 1986. As its
General Secretary for many years, he has conducted all its affairs from his
own home since the Mandal did not have an office of its own. For a very
long time he was the only Catholic pillar of the Konkani movement in Mumbai.
During his tenure as Secretary, and under his direction, Mando Utsav was
organized in 1971 and Kunbi Utsav in 1973.
He was the Chairman of the Reception Committee during the 13th All India
Konkani Sammelan held in Mumbai in 1980 and worked indefatigably for its
resounding success.
Following his sad demise in 1986, the activities of KBM came to a
stand-still. The Mandal was revived in 1992 by J. B. Moraes and the late G.
M. B. Rodrigues with the assistance of Uday Bhembre; it continues to
function till today.
Martyres had researched all the Konkani publications from Mumbai and had
compiled a lot of invaluable data thereon. The same was borrowed for
reference by a Konkani literateur who later published it under his own name
without the permission of Martyres. Martyres was deeply saddened by this
incident. He had also collected a large number of Konkani books which, his
family members inform, were donated to the University of Mumbai after his
death.
Fr. Caetano Lobo, sdb
Fr. Caetano Lobo, sdb hailed from Colvale, Bardez. He was a saintly Salesian
priest who has served the Konkani language for several years. While he was
editor of the Konkani weekly 'Aitarachem Vachop' through this organ he
promoted and encouraged many youngsters to write in Konkani, who later
became celebrated Konkani writers. Besides contributing articles to Don
Bosco's Madonna, Aitarachem Vachop, V. Ixtt etc., he also wrote for the The
Goa Times weekly. His series of articles under the title "Don Bosco-chi
Maim ani Saibinn" appeared there for a long time and was awaited avidly by
its readers. Similarly he has brought out a booklet dedicated to the
Devotion to Our Lady.
One could rightly say that this entire Lobo family from Colvale was engaged
in the service to Konkani language and the society in general. Belarmino
Lobo, brother of Fr. Caetano, was a veteran Konkani author. He has
considerable writing in Konkani to his credit, being a contributor to V.Ixtt
and Aitarachem Vachop; similarly he has brought out a few Konkani
publications. Right from the Portuguese days, the family has been
conducting a private school in Colvale; today it is a renowned English
medium high school.
Fr. Marceline J. Remedios, 1924 -
Fr. Marceline J. Remedios is a native of Sallgão, Bardez. He was born on
June 3, 1924 and was ordained priest on December 21, 1950. He was a veteran
preacher in Konkani. He edited Udenti-chem Neketr published by the
Archdiocese of Mumbai. Besides this, his novel 'Mariache Bhognnar' became
very popular. His religious book, Sorgincho Sangati was also very popular
amongst the faithful; it includes prayers and novenas.
Presently, Fr. Remedios is ailing at Clergy Home, Bandra, Mumbai.
(to be continued)
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