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A. F. Souza Ferrão
Antonio Francisco Souza Ferrão (5 January 1904 – 4 December 1982), known professionally as A. F. Souza Ferrão, was an Indian actor, playwright, theatre director, and businessman known for his work in Konkani cinema, Konkani films and ''tiatr'' productions. Career Ferrão, a figure in the realm of Goan ''tiatr'' (musical theatre), remains a relatively enigmatic figure with limited available information. However, insights into his life can be gleaned from Konkani language, Konkani singer and writer Sharon Mazarello's literary work in the 2019 book, ''Tiatr 125th Anniversary Commemorative Volume''. According to Mazarello, Ferrão's younger brother, A. R. Souza Ferrão, had already established himself as a ''tiatrist'', primarily known for his acting and playwriting. Together, the brothers formed the Jolly Brothers Dramatic Club, a Theatrical troupe, theatrical group that included the Banda Nacional band, as well as young Goan performers. The members of this group included Miss J ...
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Camurlim
Camurlim, also known as Ambora, is a village in Salcete taluka in Goa, India. It is situate about 45 km south of the lively city of Mapusa, well known for its weekly Friday market. Location Camurlim is north of Margao. It is located to the south-west of Raia and to the north-east of Loutolim, from the state capital Panaji. History Camurlim is associated with many stories that highlight its past glory. In one such tale, one part of the village, which was called Diullbhatta, was the designated meeting place of people from Salcete's 60 villages and 10 corporations. Through a series of debates, called ''sotorbonderachembatta'', the 70 people representing each area would decide on important matters. Another tale shows that to begin the celebrations of ''Konsachem Fest'' (harvest feast) on August 5, the parish priest of the Our Lady of Snows Church in Raia could only cut the first bundle of rice only after Camurlim village had done so. Sonfator, Naquelim, Dollanvaddo, Nirboga ...
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