PROCLAMATION NO. 426

: It declares Tuesday, July 23, 1957 as a special public holiday throughout the Philippines to mark Apolinario Mabini’s birthday.
: Tuesday, July 23, 1957.
: Apolinario Mabini, described as one of the greatest heroes and patriots and the “brains of the Philippine Revolution,” born on July 23, 1864.
: It is desirable that the people be afforded full opportunity to celebrate Mabini’s birthday.
: It is declared “throughout the Philippines,” so it is nationwide.
: The proclamation declares July 23, 1957 as a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: It means an official holiday recognized nationwide for public observance; for practical purposes it affects work schedules in accordance with existing rules on public holidays and special non-working days.
: The proclamation ties the holiday date (July 23, 1957) to Mabini’s birthdate (July 23, 1864) to honor him.
: It is signed by the President and includes the Executive Secretary’s attestation, with the seal of the Republic affixed.
: Fortunato De Leon, Executive Secretary. It signifies official attestation/issuance procedures accompanying the President’s signature.
: It is an executive issuance (a presidential proclamation) that has legal effect by declaring a public holiday under delegated statutory authority.
: In the “NOW, THEREFORE” clause, which states the authority is Section 30 of the Revised Administrative Code.