The Manila Galleons took 3 to 7 months to transport their cargoes.When coming from Manila their holds held Beautiful Ivory,Silk,Fine China and Porcelain,Spices,Medicines and Perfumes.What they took to the Philippines was Gold and Silver which had been loaded aboard at San Blas and Acapulco Mexico.
The Mexico-Manila voyage was one of the most dangerous passages in the world in the 16th Century.From a navigational view crossing from Mexico to Cebu Harbour where the first Spanish settlement was established in 1565 was relatively easy.but returning was hazardous as the prevailing easterly winds beat hard into the prows causing many vessels to be sunk with millions and millions of dollars in cargo.
The manila Galleons carried 300 to 600 crew and passengers;mostly crew.Usually 100-200 would die of Thirst Starvation and Diseases or the Cold.It was not uknown for entire vessels to disappear...never to be heard from again.Disease and Epidemics were common as the Spanish vessels were known to be devoid of proper cleanliness.Also complicating health problems were poor diets;the daily allotments were meager and of poor choices.
To be continued....sorry about the mistakes,my computer is about dead.I'll speak about the diet of these poor souls soon.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Saturday, January 28, 2012
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The Influence of The Orient in Mexico
Very few people are aware that a very important commerce existed between Mexico and the Orient.The conduit of this phenomenon were the Philippine Islands;this activity lasted for about 250 years.Roughly from 1550 until 1800.
The era is called the "Manila Galleons","Nao China" or the "China Ships".The vessels used in this trading tradition were built on the western shores of Mexico under Spanish supervision;mostly in the Ports of San Blas and Acapulco.
Very few people are aware that a very important commerce existed between Mexico and the Orient.The conduit of this phenomenon were the Philippine Islands;this activity lasted for about 250 years.Roughly from 1550 until 1800.
The era is called the "Manila Galleons","Nao China" or the "China Ships".The vessels used in this trading tradition were built on the western shores of Mexico under Spanish supervision;mostly in the Ports of San Blas and Acapulco.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
HI TO MY READERS
Good Morning to All My Readers.Yes,the Giants will be going to the Super Bowl.This week I will write more for you to enjoy.
Norm
Norm
Friday, October 7, 2011
Caring For Pets in Mexico
All Pets need special care when they visit Mexico.Many visitors bring the family canine along for a number of reasons.Most certainly they are very excellent protection for a vessel and it's valuables.
Most dangerous to the canine group is Contagious Canine Veneral Tumors;this cancer is unforgiving,ugly and will cause the slow death of your beloved pet.It is contracted by sexual intercourse which must be avoided by all means.The only cure is by lengthy Vincristine Chemo Therapy which is costly and can be dangerous as the cure is ingested through an artery.Generial anesthesia must be used as each session is lengthy.Prevention-keep your pet away from others at all times.This horrible disease is first detected by a discharge of blood or a reddish/pink liquid from the sexual organ.More advanced cases are identified by a large growing mass of inflamed ugly flesh that will grow out of the before mentioned sexual organs.
All canine diseases found in northern North America plus some others are found in Mexico.Parasitic problems such as Fleas,ticks,mites,mange and many other topical problems are common;some of them very unforgiving.It is very necessary to bath your canine frequently with the correct product.The search for a competent canine veterinary physician at times can be difficult as most of these Doctors deal with farm animals.
As a youth I was given a large Yellow Headed Parrot;his name was "Singapore".He unlike most parrots was quite quiet,gentle and very loving.During my life I have owned many parrots:all of them gifts;most of them have at times made my existance a living nightmare.They are very demanding,very noisy and long lived;my most beautifull specimen was a four foot long Scarlet Macaw.She,by the name of Orca insisted on all my attention and if I was too busy to entertain her the neighborhood suffered from her screaming demands.Parrots are not good pets;they want to be the center of attention the entire day;they are messy,very destructive and need considerable care.In Mexico it is now illegal to own them;if do you purchase them it is almost impossible to import them into another country.
Most dangerous to the canine group is Contagious Canine Veneral Tumors;this cancer is unforgiving,ugly and will cause the slow death of your beloved pet.It is contracted by sexual intercourse which must be avoided by all means.The only cure is by lengthy Vincristine Chemo Therapy which is costly and can be dangerous as the cure is ingested through an artery.Generial anesthesia must be used as each session is lengthy.Prevention-keep your pet away from others at all times.This horrible disease is first detected by a discharge of blood or a reddish/pink liquid from the sexual organ.More advanced cases are identified by a large growing mass of inflamed ugly flesh that will grow out of the before mentioned sexual organs.
All canine diseases found in northern North America plus some others are found in Mexico.Parasitic problems such as Fleas,ticks,mites,mange and many other topical problems are common;some of them very unforgiving.It is very necessary to bath your canine frequently with the correct product.The search for a competent canine veterinary physician at times can be difficult as most of these Doctors deal with farm animals.
As a youth I was given a large Yellow Headed Parrot;his name was "Singapore".He unlike most parrots was quite quiet,gentle and very loving.During my life I have owned many parrots:all of them gifts;most of them have at times made my existance a living nightmare.They are very demanding,very noisy and long lived;my most beautifull specimen was a four foot long Scarlet Macaw.She,by the name of Orca insisted on all my attention and if I was too busy to entertain her the neighborhood suffered from her screaming demands.Parrots are not good pets;they want to be the center of attention the entire day;they are messy,very destructive and need considerable care.In Mexico it is now illegal to own them;if do you purchase them it is almost impossible to import them into another country.
Friday, September 16, 2011
A Brief Look Into Mexico's Past
The past of beautiful Mexico is more than a bit interesting.All of what the ancient Mayas,Toltecs and Aztecs developed in many areas came to a hault with the arrival of of Hernan Cortez in 1519.Cortez took over Tenochitillan,captured the god king Moctezuma and a culture over 3000 years of age was destroyed;it would never ever again recuperate.
During the 18th century there were over 6000 priests in Mexico; their archbishop was the second most powerful person the entire country and was attended to by 8 bishops.All had become the owners of enormous properties and ruled the laity without conscience and would continue do so long after the dissolution of the Spanish Empire.
During the years between 1810-1821 the Mexican people revolted,fought a war with Spain and won their independence.Two million people lost their lives to gain this goal.In 1821 the new Republic of Mexico was formed.
The war of the late 1840's between the U.S. and Mexico has vague beginnings;most assuridly it was part of the U.S.plan of it's proclaimed Manifest Destiny.The U.S.announced that it wanted to expand it territorial boundaries and most assuredly it did so.When the smoke cleared,when the bodies of the fallen removed Mexico had lost over one half of it's country to the Americans.This land became the U.S. states of California,Utah,Texas,Arizona,Colorado and most of New Mexico.
On the 13th of September of each year throughout Mexico all Mexicans partake in the somber "Day of The Children Heroes" (Ninos Heroes).This day is in remembrance of the children cadets who tried to defend Chapultepec when the United States Marines Corps led by General Winfield Scott invaded their country.The children cadets were all killed and were from San Blas and the San Blas area;there is a tall,beautiful marble obelisk (not unlike the Washington Monument) that stands in their honor in their beloved San Blas.This monument is but a few steps from our town hospital;it is a hospital that has never refused medical care to any American or any foreigner.It has done and will always do all in it's power to heal the ill;it has never asked for any payment.
The period between 1850 and 1900 saw the influence that the land barons and political heads used in the control of Mexico.The years between 1910 to 1920 was the era of the Mexican Revolutions,a time when two million Mexicans lost their lives trying to stalilize the government.
My best friend and my mentor for many years was Canadian General Maurice Pope,a man who fought in World War One and World War Two.He was a man who later on became the Ambassador to Belgium and Spain.One day as we discussed Mexico Maurice said to me "Norman somehow with all the turmoil we see in this beautiful country of Mexico she remains friendly to all of us and it is my personal joy to be part of her history".
At present Mexico is going through a very trying period,people all over the country are in very serious need of finances.Mexico does not want any person working in Mexico without the permission of it's government.The people of San Blas never have nor will they ever allow anyone to work here illegally;they cannot do so as the town is very,very poor.Recently the Immigration Department visited and informed me that if they hear of anyone working without their permission they will take care of that situation immediately.Also they do not not want boaters and others smuggling equipment and repair parts into the country which are later on used to set up illegal businesses.To take the livlihood of these poor people away from them is insulting and unforgivable.Visitors must learn to become humane and sympathetic to the people of this country,a country where they are but a visitor.
A complaint has been presented to me that names people who have been found to either to be working illegally in San Blas or in Mexico or a supporter of these offenders.The document is signed by hundreds of Mexican Citizens;about 40 of them government employees.In particular it names one person as "the organizer of this conspiracy against the (Mexican) San Blas people".I personally do not understand the mentality of people who come to Mexico by expensive means and then work here illegally taking the food out of the mouths of the many poor.
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During the 18th century there were over 6000 priests in Mexico; their archbishop was the second most powerful person the entire country and was attended to by 8 bishops.All had become the owners of enormous properties and ruled the laity without conscience and would continue do so long after the dissolution of the Spanish Empire.
During the years between 1810-1821 the Mexican people revolted,fought a war with Spain and won their independence.Two million people lost their lives to gain this goal.In 1821 the new Republic of Mexico was formed.
The war of the late 1840's between the U.S. and Mexico has vague beginnings;most assuridly it was part of the U.S.plan of it's proclaimed Manifest Destiny.The U.S.announced that it wanted to expand it territorial boundaries and most assuredly it did so.When the smoke cleared,when the bodies of the fallen removed Mexico had lost over one half of it's country to the Americans.This land became the U.S. states of California,Utah,Texas,Arizona,Colorado and most of New Mexico.
On the 13th of September of each year throughout Mexico all Mexicans partake in the somber "Day of The Children Heroes" (Ninos Heroes).This day is in remembrance of the children cadets who tried to defend Chapultepec when the United States Marines Corps led by General Winfield Scott invaded their country.The children cadets were all killed and were from San Blas and the San Blas area;there is a tall,beautiful marble obelisk (not unlike the Washington Monument) that stands in their honor in their beloved San Blas.This monument is but a few steps from our town hospital;it is a hospital that has never refused medical care to any American or any foreigner.It has done and will always do all in it's power to heal the ill;it has never asked for any payment.
The period between 1850 and 1900 saw the influence that the land barons and political heads used in the control of Mexico.The years between 1910 to 1920 was the era of the Mexican Revolutions,a time when two million Mexicans lost their lives trying to stalilize the government.
My best friend and my mentor for many years was Canadian General Maurice Pope,a man who fought in World War One and World War Two.He was a man who later on became the Ambassador to Belgium and Spain.One day as we discussed Mexico Maurice said to me "Norman somehow with all the turmoil we see in this beautiful country of Mexico she remains friendly to all of us and it is my personal joy to be part of her history".
At present Mexico is going through a very trying period,people all over the country are in very serious need of finances.Mexico does not want any person working in Mexico without the permission of it's government.The people of San Blas never have nor will they ever allow anyone to work here illegally;they cannot do so as the town is very,very poor.Recently the Immigration Department visited and informed me that if they hear of anyone working without their permission they will take care of that situation immediately.Also they do not not want boaters and others smuggling equipment and repair parts into the country which are later on used to set up illegal businesses.To take the livlihood of these poor people away from them is insulting and unforgivable.Visitors must learn to become humane and sympathetic to the people of this country,a country where they are but a visitor.
A complaint has been presented to me that names people who have been found to either to be working illegally in San Blas or in Mexico or a supporter of these offenders.The document is signed by hundreds of Mexican Citizens;about 40 of them government employees.In particular it names one person as "the organizer of this conspiracy against the (Mexican) San Blas people".I personally do not understand the mentality of people who come to Mexico by expensive means and then work here illegally taking the food out of the mouths of the many poor.
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Important Information Abut Some Aspects of Mexican Law
Good Morning Dear Friends
Today I will discuss a few items regarding the Mexican legal system;you should find them interesting.
To begin there are no trials by jury in Mexico;when you are bought before the district attorney,a judge or a higher official of the judicial system that person and that person only decides your fate.There is an appeal system in place but it is terribly lengthy and very costly.I always have and always will very seriously advise all foreigners to obey all Mexican laws because of the harsh penalties involved and the horrid,sometimes inhumane living conditions within the penal system.
All contracts,bills of sale,receipts etc.Must be in Spanish;if not they are invalid.All Receipts should be kept in a safe place regarding all items in your home,vehicle or on your vessel.In Mexico they prove that you did not acquire these items illegally.If items are stolen from you and you make a formal complaint you will be asked to show the corresponding receipts.If you cannot show a valid receipt the government in all probability will refuse to take any action what-so-ever.
Do not work in Mexico without the permission of the Mexican Government.It is dangerous,All that you own may be confiscated and you may be institutionalized.If you care to work in Mexico I suggest you first make an appointment with an Mexican Immigration Official and discuss your intentions.Keep in mind that Mexico is looking for investors who will create work positions for their so many unemployed citizens.Don't come here to illegally take money away from the Mexicans people;come here to help this beautiful country.Remember if you work without government permission and you are detected you will be at the mercy of many governmental agencies including Mexico's I.R.S. (Federal Hacienda) who will take away from you everything you own.If you smuggle items into Mexico that is a Federal offense;if detected you will go to a Federal Prison.
No foreigner may own property in Mexico;past experiences have taught Mexico numerous lessons.I refer you to the Manifest Destiny and the takeover of the Mexican Petroleum Industry.I repeat,no foreigner may own property in Mexico.The foreigner who wants to rent,lease,or contract a home or property may do so with an agreement with a government controlled Mexican banking institution.Be advised that most of the property in Mexico cannot be owned by any Mexican and most certainly no foreigner as these properties are Federal.The laws regarding property are very complex;if you need information write me I will help you without a fee.Many unsuspecting people spend great sums of money and then find they are the victims of an unlawful purchase.Several years ago an American lost $300,000 dollars on a property purchase in our municipality.
Do not use what is called "borrowing a name".In Spanish it is called "Presta Nombre";this occurs when a foreigner pays for and puts a Mexican property in a Mexican's name.This is seen by the Mexican Government as illegal and is an attempt to violate a serious Mexican law.If you ask the United States State Department how many times the foreigner looses his money and the property using a Mexican's name they will tell you "100% of the time". What eventually occurs is the legal title holder thinks the matter over and tells the foreigner "I want this property for myself and my family....you don't have any legal standing in this matter.Vacate my property or I will call the authorities."
Many times people have come to me asking for assistance regarding serious legal problems;I give them some personal advice and usually refer them to the proper agency.In very serious matters I refer them to their Embassies and Consulates who will suggest to them the names of local attorneys who possibly could be found to be trustworthy.Foreign attorneys cannot practise law in Mexico.
I thank my friend,secretary,typist for her assistance.Please consider all errors mine.
Have a happy day,stay beautiful,
With Respect ---<"))))))))-( capt Norman
Today I will discuss a few items regarding the Mexican legal system;you should find them interesting.
To begin there are no trials by jury in Mexico;when you are bought before the district attorney,a judge or a higher official of the judicial system that person and that person only decides your fate.There is an appeal system in place but it is terribly lengthy and very costly.I always have and always will very seriously advise all foreigners to obey all Mexican laws because of the harsh penalties involved and the horrid,sometimes inhumane living conditions within the penal system.
All contracts,bills of sale,receipts etc.Must be in Spanish;if not they are invalid.All Receipts should be kept in a safe place regarding all items in your home,vehicle or on your vessel.In Mexico they prove that you did not acquire these items illegally.If items are stolen from you and you make a formal complaint you will be asked to show the corresponding receipts.If you cannot show a valid receipt the government in all probability will refuse to take any action what-so-ever.
Do not work in Mexico without the permission of the Mexican Government.It is dangerous,All that you own may be confiscated and you may be institutionalized.If you care to work in Mexico I suggest you first make an appointment with an Mexican Immigration Official and discuss your intentions.Keep in mind that Mexico is looking for investors who will create work positions for their so many unemployed citizens.Don't come here to illegally take money away from the Mexicans people;come here to help this beautiful country.Remember if you work without government permission and you are detected you will be at the mercy of many governmental agencies including Mexico's I.R.S. (Federal Hacienda) who will take away from you everything you own.If you smuggle items into Mexico that is a Federal offense;if detected you will go to a Federal Prison.
No foreigner may own property in Mexico;past experiences have taught Mexico numerous lessons.I refer you to the Manifest Destiny and the takeover of the Mexican Petroleum Industry.I repeat,no foreigner may own property in Mexico.The foreigner who wants to rent,lease,or contract a home or property may do so with an agreement with a government controlled Mexican banking institution.Be advised that most of the property in Mexico cannot be owned by any Mexican and most certainly no foreigner as these properties are Federal.The laws regarding property are very complex;if you need information write me I will help you without a fee.Many unsuspecting people spend great sums of money and then find they are the victims of an unlawful purchase.Several years ago an American lost $300,000 dollars on a property purchase in our municipality.
Do not use what is called "borrowing a name".In Spanish it is called "Presta Nombre";this occurs when a foreigner pays for and puts a Mexican property in a Mexican's name.This is seen by the Mexican Government as illegal and is an attempt to violate a serious Mexican law.If you ask the United States State Department how many times the foreigner looses his money and the property using a Mexican's name they will tell you "100% of the time". What eventually occurs is the legal title holder thinks the matter over and tells the foreigner "I want this property for myself and my family....you don't have any legal standing in this matter.Vacate my property or I will call the authorities."
Many times people have come to me asking for assistance regarding serious legal problems;I give them some personal advice and usually refer them to the proper agency.In very serious matters I refer them to their Embassies and Consulates who will suggest to them the names of local attorneys who possibly could be found to be trustworthy.Foreign attorneys cannot practise law in Mexico.
I thank my friend,secretary,typist for her assistance.Please consider all errors mine.
Have a happy day,stay beautiful,
With Respect ---<"))))))))-( capt Norman
Sunday, September 4, 2011
NEW POSTS ON THE WAY;PLEASE BE PATIENT
Good Morning To All,
Please forgive me for being so busy this last week.We have had 4 solid days and nights of rain accompanied at times with strong winds.Today the sun is out;the giant Marlin await my bait.
In the very near future I will be discussing a bit of Mexico's turbulent history and I will touch briefly on legal issues regarding foreigners in Mexico.
My respect to you
Norm --<"))))))))))))-(
Please forgive me for being so busy this last week.We have had 4 solid days and nights of rain accompanied at times with strong winds.Today the sun is out;the giant Marlin await my bait.
In the very near future I will be discussing a bit of Mexico's turbulent history and I will touch briefly on legal issues regarding foreigners in Mexico.
My respect to you
Norm --<"))))))))))))-(
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