History of Jose Delgado (politician) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 15, 2026

Jose Delgado was a Filipino lawyer and politician prominent in Cebu during the early to mid-20th century. He achieved a unique distinction by serving as both the mayor of Cebu City (1940-1942) and the governor of the province of Cebu (1943-1944), marking him as the first individual to hold both of these significant positions in the region. His political career reflects a period of significant change and challenge in the Philippines.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 15, 1923: Became a lawyer

On October 15, 1923, Jose Delgado became a lawyer.

August 3, 1940: Appointed Mayor of Cebu City

On August 3, 1940, Jose Delgado was appointed as mayor of Cebu City following the resignation of Vicente Rama.

1940: Mayor of Cebu City

In 1940, Jose Delgado became the mayor of Cebu City, Philippines.

November 11, 1941: Vicente Rama ran for senatorial seat

On November 11, 1941, Vicente Rama ran for the senatorial seat in the elections.

April 10, 1942: End of term as mayor

On April 10, 1942, Jose Delgado's term as mayor ended and he was replaced by Juan Zamora.

1942: Mayor of Cebu City

In 1942, Jose Delgado was the mayor of Cebu City, Philippines.

1943: Governor of Cebu during World War II

From 1943, during World War II, Jose Delgado served as the governor of Cebu and was an ex officio member of the National Assembly under the Japanese regime.