QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 200)
It recognizes the “First Cry of Balintawak” that occurred on August 26, 1896, described as the landmark beginning of the revolution against Spain.
Saturday, August 26, 1950.
Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.
It states that it is fitting and proper to observe the day so the significance of the historical event is preserved in the memory of the people.
That the President’s power to declare holidays is exercised pursuant to an express statutory grant under Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.
It was signed by President Elpidio Quirino, with attestation by Teodoro Evangelista, Executive Secretary, “By the President.”
The holiday is declared for Saturday, August 26, 1950.
It is framed as a special public holiday (“a special public holiday”); the text does not limit it to a specific locality.
It describes the First Cry of Balintawak as marking the beginning of the revolution against Spain and as a landmark in Philippine history.
It means the proclamation was issued in compliance with and based on the authority granted by Section 30 of that Code.
It states the day must be properly observed so its historical significance is remembered—indicating that holiday declarations serve commemorative and educational purposes, consistent with the intended function of such presidential proclamations.
August 26, 1950 is the holiday date; August 7, 1950 is the date the proclamation was issued.
It references the fifth year of Independence of the Philippines; included as part of the formal dating/ceremonial language of official issuances.