WHEREAS, the 91st Death Anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal on December 30, 1987 falls in the year when our nation has established the strong democratic institutions for the attainment of peace and the promotion of the ideals and aspirations of our people;

WHEREAS, it is fitting that all officials and citizens of the Republic render tribute to the ideals and noble cause embodied in the life and martyrdom of our national hero and patriot.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, CORAZON C. AQUINO, President of the Republic of the Philippines, call upon all our people to observe this anniversary with the most appropriate ceremonies and programs expressive of the nation ™s highest homage and gratitude.

I hereby designate the Rizal Day National Committee composed of the following:

Hon. Lourdes R. Quisumbing, Secretary of Education, Culture & Sports Chairperson Hon Guillermo N. Carague, Secretary of Budget and Management Member Teodoro Benigno, Press Secretary Member Fiorello R. Estuar, Undersecretary of Public Works & Highways Member Hon. Lito Monico Lorenzana, Undersecretary of Local Government Member Rosita L. Fondevilla, Undersecretary of Social Welfare and Development Member Miguel Perez Rubio, Chief Presidential Protocol Officer Member Hon. Elfren S. Cruz, Governor of Metro Manila Member Hon. Gregorio Ejercito, OIC-Mayor of Manila Member Justice Conrado Vasquez, Supreme Commander of the Knights of Rizal Member Mrs. Trinidad Gomez, President of the Civic Assembly of Women of the Philippines Member Mr. Serafin Quiason, Jr., Chairman of the National Historical Institute Member Mr. Amado J. Lansangan, Chairman of the National Park Development Committee Member Mr. Teodoro Locsin, Sr. Member

to organize and effect all arrangements necessary for the appropriate celebration of the day all over the Philippines and secure the cooperation of all government and private instrumentalities to ensure its success. The Committee may create such sub-committees as may be necessary.

The Chairman shall designate the Secretary of the Committee.

Done in the City of Manila, this 21st of December, in the year of Our Lord, nineteen hundred and eighty-seven.


By the President:
(Sgd.) CATALINO MACARAIG, JR.
Executive Secretary