Osías attended school in Balaoan, Vigan and San Fernando, and was selected a government scholar to the United States in 1905.

Despite his experience and contributions to the party, Osias faced challenges due to his religious affiliation, being a Protestant to a Catholic-majority country, and the overwhelming popularity of Magsaysay.

The couple raised seven children, Camilo Jr., Salvador, Victor, Apolinario, Rebecca, Benjamin and Rosita.

After more than 20 years of marriage, Camilo divorced Ildefonsa and married Avelina Lorenzana in Reno, Nevada.

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