PROCLAMATION NO. 426

: Apolinario Mabini is recognized as one of the greatest heroes and patriots of the Philippines, known as the 'brains of the Philippine Revolution,' and his birthday is commemorated by the special holiday declared in Proclamation No. 426.
: Tuesday, July 23, 1957, was declared as a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: A 'special public holiday' refers to a day officially declared by the government as non-working or commemorative nationwide, allowing people to observe or celebrate the occasion.
: Proclamation No. 426 declares the special public holiday to be observed throughout the entire Philippines.
: July 23 is significant as it marks the birthday of Apolinario Mabini, commemorated by declaring the day a special public holiday.
: The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is mentioned as being affixed to the proclamation to signify its authenticity and official status.
: Fortunato De Leon, Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation on behalf of the President.