QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 157)
It declares Monday, September 9, 1963 as a special public holiday in Cebu Province and in the Cities of Cebu, Danao, Lapu-Lapu, and Toledo.
The proclamation cites that September 9, 1963 marks the birthday of the late President Sergio Osmeña Sr., and that the people of his province should have an opportunity to celebrate through appropriate ceremonies.
Monday, September 9, 1963.
The cities covered are Cebu, Danao, Lapu-Lapu, and Toledo.
It implies that, by presidential proclamation, a non-regular holiday is mandated for a particular place and date, requiring observance consistent with public holiday rules.
Only specific areas: Cebu Province and the listed cities (Cebu, Danao, Lapu-Lapu, Toledo).
Yes. It specifies both: “Monday, September 9, 1963.”
Diosdado Macapagal signed as President; the Executive Secretary is listed as Rufino G. Hechanova, by the President.
It indicates the place where the President signed and caused the seal of the Republic to be affixed, as reflected in the formal drafting requirements.
It states that the President “caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed,” indicating formal execution.
Late President Sergio Osmeña Sr., described as second President of the Commonwealth and as a patriot, statesman, and advocate of nationalism and Philippine independence.
The key effect is that September 9, 1963 is a special public holiday in Cebu City, so work scheduling and labor benefits/compensation should follow the rules applicable to public holidays (as determined by relevant labor and holiday laws).
It explains the purpose of the holiday is to allow local observance and ceremonies celebrating the honoree’s birthday within the covered province and cities.
Because it is declared as a special public holiday, covered localities are expected to observe it; failure to do so may conflict with legal requirements governing public holidays, potentially triggering administrative and labor-related liabilities depending on the facts and applicable regulations.