Special public holiday for Muslim Feast of Sacrifice

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PROCLAMATION NO. 171: Special public holiday for Muslim Feast of Sacrifice

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Special public holiday for Muslim Feast of Sacrifice

Law: Proclamation No. 171

Decision Date: Jul 11, 1955

Proclamation No. 171 designates a special day in the City of Bacolod to celebrate its 49th charter anniversary, allowing residents to commemorate their city's history and achievements with appropriate ceremonies.

Geographic Scope of the Holiday

Provinces affected: Sulu, Cotabato, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Davao, Lanao, Bukidnon, Palawan.
Cities affected: Zamboanga, Basilan, Davao, Iligan, Dansalan.

Purpose of the Declaration

The holiday coincides with the Muslim Feast of Idal Aduha (Feast of Sacrifice).
It acknowledges and respects the religious observance of the Muslim community in the specified areas.

Legal Authority and Basis

The proclamation was issued by the President of the Philippines, Ramon Magsaysay.
Authority for the proclamation derived from Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.

Formalities and Enforcement

The proclamation was signed and sealed by the President on July 11, 1955, in Manila.
It carries the full force of law within the designated jurisdictions.

Signatories and Authentication

Signed by President Ramon Magsaysay.
Certified by Mariano Yenko, Jr., Assistant Executive Secretary.
The official seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to validate the proclamation.

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