Sponsorship and Event Context
- The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines was the sponsoring entity for the national convention.
- The convention took place in Baguio City from April 28 to May 1, 1951.
- The request for the declaration of the special holiday came from this organization to facilitate participation without disrupting public affairs.
Considerations for Scheduling the Holiday
- The declaration considered that April 29, 1951, fell on a Sunday, and May 1, 1951, was already a designated public holiday.
- This scheduling ensured that declaring April 30, 1951, a special holiday would cause no public inconvenience or disadvantage.
Legal Authority for Declaration
- The declaration was made by President Elpidio Quirino, exercising powers under section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- The proclamation reflects the discretionary judgment of the President when sufficient reasons exist for such a declaration.
Formal Proclamation and Effectivity
- The proclamation was formalized and signed in Manila on April 24, 1951.
- It was officially communicated with affixing the seal of the Republic, making it an official and enforceable order.
Executive Implementation
- The Executive Secretary, Teodoro Evangelista, acted by the authority of the President to promulgate the proclamation.
- The legal process underscored the chain of command and administrative protocols in official executive actions.