Ramon Gomez Portillo facts for kids

Ramón Raimundo Gómez Portillo (1874–1948) was a Poet and journalist from Ocaña, North of Santander, Colombia. He was the son of Ramón Gómez Garcia and Anselma Portillo Quintero. He was also related to Laureano Gomez Castro, who was a former President of Colombia.

Ramón Raimundo Gómez Portillo was known as the first journalist in Ocaña. He started a weekly newspaper called "El Escalpelo" (which means "The Scalpel"). This newspaper often questioned the actions of the government. The very first issue of El Escalpelo was published in Ocaña on January 19, 1933. Ramón Raimundo Gómez is the grandfather of Alvaro Eliyahu Bayona Gómez, who is also a journalist and TV producer. Alvaro is known for being the editor of "Tora Tropical", a Jewish newspaper in Yonkers, New York.

Early Life and Background

Ramón Raimundo Gómez Portillo was born in 1874. His family was well-known in Colombia. His relative, Laureano Gómez Castro, later became the President of Colombia. This connection shows that Ramón came from a family involved in public life.

A Pioneer Journalist

Ramón Raimundo Gómez Portillo made history in Ocaña. He was the first person to work as a journalist there. This was a big step for the town. It meant that local news and opinions could be shared more widely.

Starting "El Escalpelo"

In 1933, Ramón started his own newspaper. He named it "El Escalpelo". This name suggests that the paper aimed to cut into important issues. It was a weekly newspaper, meaning it came out once every week.

Speaking Out Against the Government

El Escalpelo quickly became known for its strong opinions. Ramón used the newspaper to question the government. He wrote articles that looked closely at what the government was doing. This was an important role for a newspaper. It helped people think about public matters.

Legacy and Family

Ramón Raimundo Gómez Portillo passed away in 1948. He left behind a legacy as a brave journalist. His work helped shape public discussion in Ocaña. His family continues to be involved in journalism. His grandson, Alvaro Eliyahu Bayona Gómez, is also a journalist. He carries on the family tradition of working in media.

See also

In Spanish: Ramón Gómez Portillo para niños