Cultural and Religious Significance
- The proclamation recognizes All Saints' Day as a cherished tradition in the Philippines.
- It aims to provide the people the full opportunity to observe the day with all its religious fervor and respect.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation was issued by then-President Carlos P. Garcia.
- Authority was based on Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code, which grants the President the power to declare public holidays.
Formalities of the Proclamation
- The document was signed in Manila on October 28, 1958.
- The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to formalize the proclamation.
- The Executive Secretary, Juan C. Pajo, countersigned the proclamation to authenticate the issuance.
Effect and Observance
- The declaration of November 1, 1958, as a special public holiday allowed citizens to observe All Saints' Day through religious and cultural activities without interruption from regular work schedules or government functions.
- The proclamation underscores the government’s respect for Filipino customs and religious practices related to honoring the dead.