Stated basis for the holiday
- The proclamation recognizes Monday, September 9, 1963 as the birthday of the late President Sergio Osmeña Sr..
- The proclamation states that President Osmeña Sr. is honored as a patriot, statesman, and staunch advocate of nationalism and Philippine independence.
- The proclamation states that the people of Cebu should be afforded an opportunity to celebrate the event with appropriate ceremonies.
Coverage: where the holiday applies
- The special public holiday applies in Cebu Province.
- The special public holiday applies in the City of Cebu.
- The special public holiday applies in the City of Danao.
- The special public holiday applies in the City of Lapu-lapu.
- The special public holiday applies in the City of Toledo.
What is declared
- Proclamation No. 157 declares Monday, September 9, 1963 as a special public holiday in the covered areas.
- The proclamation centers the holiday observance on the birthday of Sergio Osmeña Sr..
Signatories and formality
- The proclamation is signed by Diosdado Macapagal as President of the Philippines.
- Rufino G. Hechanova signs “By the President” as Executive Secretary.
- The proclamation is made “Done in the City of Manila” on September 6, 1963.