About Potenciano Treñas
Lived 1894 – 1934 (aged 40). Potenciano Treñas was a Filipino politician.
Potenciano Torres Treñas (born Potenciano Treñas y Torres; May 13, 1894 – June 10, 1934) was a Filipino lawyer and politician.
Biography Potenciano Treñas was born in Tigbauan, Iloilo to Tomas Treñas and Justa Torres. He finished his secondary course at the Ateneo de Manila and studied law at home, passing the bar in 1916.
He was appointed to become a member of the Iloilo Provincial Board in 1928 and was elected to the Philippine Senate from the 7th District in 1934. However, he contracted a disease during his campaign and died just five days after assuming office.
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Who was Potenciano Treñas?
Filipino politician
When was Potenciano Treñas born?
Potenciano Treñas was born on 13 May 1894.
When did Potenciano Treñas die?
Potenciano Treñas died on 10 June 1934.
What was Potenciano Treñas's occupation?
Potenciano Treñas was a politician.
What nationality was Potenciano Treñas?
Potenciano Treñas was Filipino.
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