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1879, 1891, AND 1896 CHURCH BELLS OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH CHURCH IN E.B. MAGALONA

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1879, 1891, AND 1896 CHURCH BELLS OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH CHURCH IN E.B. MAGALONA

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The church bells of St. Joseph the Worker Parish in E.B. Magalona, made in 1879, 1891, and 1896, are over a century old and were originally used in daily religious activities and special events like weddings and funerals. Each bell is made of bronze, engraved with either St. Joseph the Worker or the Sto. Niño, and showcases skilled craftsmanship through detailed inscriptions and carvings. One bell, believed to be made of white gold, was reportedly buried to prevent it from being stolen, adding local legend to its historical value. Though no longer in use, the bells were relocated in 2018 ...
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