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100 STAT. 4430 Proclamation 5461 of April 17, 1986 National Mathematics Awareness Week, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Since the time of its beginnings in Egypt and Mesopotamia some 5,000 years ago. progress in mathematical understanding has been a key ingredient of progress in science, commerce, and the arts. We have made astounding strides since from the theorems of Pythagoras to the set theory of Georg Cantor. In the era of the computer, more than ever before, mathematical knowledge and reasoning are essential to our increasingly technological world.
Despite the increasing importance of mathematics to the progress of our economy and society, enrollment in mathematics programs has been declining at all levels of the American educational system. Yet the application of mathematics is indispensable in such diverse fields as medicine, computer sciences, space exploration, the skilled trades, business, defense, and government. To help encourage the study and utilization of mathematics, it is appropriate that all Americans be reminded of the importance of this basic branch of science to our daily lives.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 261, has designated the week of April 14 through April 20, 1986, as “National Mathematics Awareness Week” and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this event. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of April 14 through April 20, 1986, as National Mathematics Awareness Week, and I urge all Americans to participate in appropriate ceremonies and activities that demonstrate the importance of mathematics and mathematical education to the United States.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5462 April 18, 1986 National Garden Week, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5462 of April 18, 1986 National Garden Week, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During spring, the season of renewal, millions of Americans turn joyfully to gardening.
America’s gardens produce an abundance of fruits and vegetables to enliven our tables and a stunning variety of flowers and shrubs brighten our lives with their beauty. Gardening is a wholesome avocation that encourages appreciation for nature and concern for the preservation and enhancement of our environ-100 STAT. 4431ment. It prompts a genuine respect for those who work in agriculture today. Gardening, above all, provides a special source of fulfillment when foresight, patience, and collaboration with soil and sunlight finally are repaid by lovely flowers and luscious harvests.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 136, has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the week beginning April 13, 1986, as “National Garden Week.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning April 13, 1986, as National Garden Week, and I call upon all Federal, State and local governments, private organizations, and all Americans to join in educational efforts, ceremonies, and other appropriate activities to show our appreciation for the efforts and contributions of gardeners.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5463 April 19, 1986 Education Day, U.S.A., 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5463 of April 19, 1986 Education Day, U.S.A., 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation From earliest colonial days, Americans have always known that education is the golden key that opens the door to achievement and progress.
This Administration has placed renewed emphasis on excellence in education, and already the results are encouraging. By setting high standards we challenge the young to stretch their mental muscles and strive to achieve the best that is in them. Such an education succeeds because it makes learning an adventure. Education is like a diamond with many facets: it includes the basic mastery of numbers and letters that give us access to the treasury of human knowledge, accumulated and refined through the ages: it includes technical and vocational training as well as instruction in science, higher mathematics, and humane letters.
But no true education can leave out the moral and spiritual dimensions of human life and human striving. Only education that addresses this dimension can lead to that blend of compassion, humility, and understanding that is summed up in one word: wisdom. “Happy the man,” Scripture tells us. “who finds wisdom. . . . Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who come to possess her.” The Congress has sought to call attention to these durable values by adopting resolutions that pay tribute to the example of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, a man who has dedicated his life to the search for wisdom and to guiding others along its pathways.
He exemplifies the rich tradition of the Seven Noahide Laws, which have been the lodestar of the Lubavitch movement from its inception. In recognition of Rabbi Schneerson’s noble achievements and in celebration of his 84th birthday, the Congress, by House Joint Resolution 582, has designated April 20 as “Education Day. U.S.A.” and authorized and requested the President to issue an appropriate proclamation in observance of this event. 100 STAT. 4432 NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Sunday.
April 20, 1986. as Education Day, U.S.A., and I call upon the people of the United States, and in particular our teachers and other educational leaders, to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5464 April 22, 1986 National School Library Month, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5464 of April 22, 1986 National School Library Month, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The accumulation of information, the acquisition of knowledge, and the application of that knowledge to solve problems or enhance life are principal functions of American education.
At every level, school libraries offer a great range of resource materials that greatly enrich education and increase the knowledge and understanding of all Americans. Young people often develop a lifelong love of reading because of their exposure to books in school libraries. Furthermore, researchers are often motivated by the vast resources of university and special libraries as they dedicate themselves to studying the problems of society. School libraries and their dedicated staffs make an incalculable contribution to our educational system.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 52, has designated the month of April 1986 as “National School Library Month” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this occasion. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of April 1986 as National School Library Month. I invite the Governors of every State, principals, teachers, educators, students, parents, and all Americans to observe this month with appropriate activities to heighten the awareness of the importance of school libraries.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5465 April 22, 1986 Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5465 of April 22, 1986 Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Americans who have come from Asian and Pacific countries have made notable contributions to our Nation in a wide range of fields, including sci-100 STAT. 4433ence, the arts, medicine, law, literature, agriculture, industry, commerce, and government.
Through the rich and varied traditions and heritages of their homelands, they have greatly enhanced America’s culture and the lives of all Americans. This Nation fittingly honors its citizens of Asian and Pacific descent. They have brought to our country an industriousness that boosts our economy and a passion for freedom that rejuvenates American ideals. We are grateful to Asian and Pacific Americans for their unwavering support for the unalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness that form the core of the American ethos.
Through their bravery and perseverance, they have provided us with a moving testament to the universality of the human thirst for political freedom. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim the week beginning May 4, 1986, as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week, and call upon all people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5466 April 22, 1986 Mother’s Day, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5466 of April 22, 1986 Mother’s Day, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation By tradition, the second Sunday in May is designated as Mother’s Day, one of America’s best-loved holidays.
It gives us all a special occasion to honor our own, and to praise the unique dignity of motherhood, one of life’s highest callings. Thomas Jefferson called motherhood “the keystone of the arch of matrimonial happiness,” and we must always remember that with love, strength, and fortitude, the American mother assisted in the settlement, development, and prosperity of our country. Her contributions to the well-being of the family, the community, and the Nation are beyond all reckoning.
A Jewish saying sums it up: “God could not be everywhere—so He created mothers.” The role of the mother has changed constantly in our society, but its fundamental meaning abides: love and caring. The modem mother is conquering new worlds. She continues to be the heart of the family and the hearth of the home. Where mothers are honored and loved, the family is strong. And where the family is strong the nation is strong. In recognition of the magnificent contributions of mothers to their families and to the Nation, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 8, 1914 (38 Stat. 770), has designated the second Sunday in May of each year as Mother’s Day and requested the President to call for its appropriate observance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby request that Sunday. May 11, 1986, be observed as 100 STAT. 4434Mother’s Day. I urge all Americans to express their love and honor to their mothers and to reflect on the importance of motherhood to the well-being of our country. I direct Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Federal government buildings, and I urge all citizens to display the flag at their homes and other suitable places on that day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5467 April 22, 1986 Father’s Day, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5467 of April 22, 1986 Father’s Day, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Each year the third Sunday in June is designated as Father’s Day, a day on which we honor our Nation’s fathers for everything they do for their families and for America.
Today fatherhood is sometimes drily described as a craft or an occupation, something which competes with career or outside pursuits for time and attention. Contemporary books and articles offer reams of advice to mothers and fathers on how to improve as parents and better manage their time at home and with their children. In this era of new demands and stresses on families, we frequently forget just what it is that is special about fatherhood, what makes it not a part of life, but a path in life that has, in every generation, the power to create and renew.
Fatherhood, after all, is about childhood. Fatherhood is walking the floor at midnight with a sick baby that cannot sleep: fatherhood is an arm around the shoulders of a child crying because a balloon is lost; fatherhood is repairing a bicycle wheel for the umpteenth time knowing that it won’t last more than the afternoon. Fatherhood is guiding a youth through the wilderness of adolescence toward the vast expanse of adulthood; fatherhood is holding tight when all else seems to be falling apart; and fatherhood is letting go when it is time to part.
Fatherhood is long hours at the blast furnace or in the fields, behind the wheel or in front of a computer screen, working a twelve-hour shift or doing a six-month tour of duty. In short, fatherhood is giving one’s all, from a child’s first day of life on, from the break of day to its end—on the job, in the household, but, most of all, in the heart. From the vantage point of his love and responsibility, a father sees the future and dedicates himself to doing whatever is necessary to bring his family safely through.
No father performs any of these tasks with thought of thanks or reward. The things that gratify him most are those that represent success in what he has labored to impart to his children; strength of character and conviction, love of family and country, a sense of right and wrong, and, above all, a spirit of thanksgiving for the generous gift of life itself. Because human nature often keeps us from recognizing how great another’s sacrifice is until we assume similar burdens, many of us realize for the first time how dearly we were prized only when we ourselves become parents.
On this day for fathers, all of us have a special opportunity to say thanks to America’s dads for their selflessness and devotion. We also have a chance to say a prayer for fathers everywhere—for their health and strength if they 100 STAT. 4435are with us, or for their blessing if this day finds them smiling down from heaven’s bright corridors. Truly, for the labor and legacy of our families and our freedoms, we cannot thank them enough. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, in accordance with a joint resolution of the Congress approved December 28, 1970 (36 U.S.C. 142a), do hereby proclaim Sunday.
June 15, 1986, as Father’s Day. I invite the States and communities and the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies as a mark of appreciation and abiding affection for their fathers. 1 direct government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Federal government buildings, and I urge all Americans to display the flag at their homes and other suitable places on that day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5468 April 23, 1986 Older Americans Month, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5468 of April 23, 1986 Older Americans Month, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Have your health and have everything. That saying has special meaning for the elderly. Good health and fitness allow all of us, no matter what our age, the freedom and independence to choose how and where we live and to stay involved with our families and friends.
Health and fitness enable us to take an active part in community life and to pursue our goals, whether they involve a career, hobbies, volunteer activities, travel, creative pursuits, or home life. Good health is good common sense, but it is not enough to know this, we have to act accordingly. How we live can make all the difference. Proper diet, regular exercise, moderation in drinking, and avoidance of drugs and tobacco become even more important as we grow older. And life spans can be made longer and more pleasant by regular medical check-ups, sufficient rest, and continuing involvement in satisfying personal relationships and wholesome pursuits that keep the mind active.
Besides what the individual can do for himself, some older Americans still need the help of others to remain independent and in their own homes. Some need assistance with personal and housekeeping activities; others need attention, love, and encouragement. Families, friends, community groups, and the whole range of private and government providers of special services can do so much to help those older people who truly need assistance. When we adopt good health habits ourselves, encourage others to do the same, and dedicate ourselves to helping those in need, we are truly fulfilling the tradition of good neighborliness.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 315, has expressed its appreciation and respect for the achievements of older Americans and its desire that these Americans continue to play an active role in the life of the 100 STAT. 4436Nation and has requested the President to issue a proclamation designating May 1986 as “Older Americans Month.” NOW, THEREFORE. I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of May 1986 as Older Americans Month.
I ask public officials at all levels, community agencies, educators, the communications media, and the American people to take this opportunity to honor older Americans and to encourage them to do everything they can to make health and fitness an integral part of their lives, so that they can truly enjoy the golden warmth of their sunset years. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5469 April 24, 1986 National Reading Is Fun Week, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5469 of April 24, 1986 National Reading Is Fun Week, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The pleasure that comes from reading is usually the magnet that draws people to practice and improve their reading skills. And the wide distribution of these skills not only enriches those who possess them but is a pillar of strength for a self-governing Nation.
Yet many of America’s 66 million people under the age of 18 need encouragement and direction to improve their reading skills to the point where they can become functionally literate and properly informed adults. Illiteracy and limited literacy cause much pain, frustration, and humiliation. And because their victims cannot reach their full productive potential, the economy is billions of dollars the poorer. Traditionally, Americans have recognized problems in society and worked at applying practical solutions.
Over the past two decades, dedicated volunteer efforts have enabled millions of children to discover the joy of reading. Through a variety of imaginative programs, thousands of children have been given the motivation and the practical help they need to unlock the treasure house of the printed page. Doors have been opened to richer lives. Currently, more than 100,000 volunteers are giving of their time and talents to open these doors of opportunity to young people who long to experience the joy of reading.
But there is a need for still more volunteers who wish to help others and experience the deep satisfaction of knowing they have transformed the lives of others and set them on the path to discovery, understanding, and delight. Yes, for those who can read, reading is fun. The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 286, has designated April 20 through April 26, 1986, as “National Reading is Fun Week” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 20 through April 26, 1986, as National Reading is Fun Week. I invite the Governors of every State, local officials, and all Americans to observe this week by supporting programs that help young people to acquire the skill of reading that leads to the joy of reading. 100 STAT. 4437 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5470 April 30, 1986 Fair Housing Month, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5470 of April 30, 1986 Fair Housing Month, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The year 1986 marks the eighteenth anniversary of the passage of title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, commonly referred to as the “Fair Housing Act,” declaring it a national policy that housing throughout the United States should be made available to all citizens on the basis of equality and fairness.
The Federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Fairness is the foundation of our way of life and reflects the best of our traditional American values. Invidious discriminatory housing practices are abhorrent to the American sense of fair play. In this eighteenth year since the passage of the Fair Housing Act, Americans should continue to work together to uphold the Fair Housing Act and the principle of equal opportunity on which it is based.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 303, has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the month of April 1986 as “Fair Housing Month.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN. President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 1986 as Fair Housing Month. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5471 May 1, 1986 Loyalty Day, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5471 of May 1, 1986 Loyalty Day, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The freedom of thought and action we Americans enjoy today seems as natural as the air we breathe. But there is a danger we may take this freedom for granted. We must never forget it was bought for us at a great price. The brave and resourceful Americans whose sacrifices gained our Independence and preserved it for more than 200 years against formidable foes have set an example of unflinching loyalty to the ideal of liberty and justice for all. 100 STAT. 4438 Our great Nation is at peace, but peace demands of us a commitment to defend the system of government that has so effectively ensured our freedoms.
To encourage our vigilance and so that we may rededicate ourselves to sustaining the great American ideals, the Congress, by joint resolution approved July 18, 1958 (72 Stat. 369, 36 U.S.C. 162), has designated May 1 of each year as “Loyalty Day.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 1986, as Loyalty Day and call upon all Americans and all patriotic, civic, fraternal, and educational organizations to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies.
I also call upon government officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings and grounds on that day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5472 May 7, 1986 National Barrier Awareness Day, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5472 of May 7, 1986 National Barrier Awareness Day, 1986 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Today some 36 million Americans suffer from some form of handicap.
Eighty percent of Americans will experience some disability in their life-time. That makes it necessary for all of us to understand and appreciate both the barriers they must surmount and the contributions that they can make to our society. Many disabled people face financial, cultural, and physical barriers because of a lack of public understanding of their needs. We must become more aware of the barriers that prevent or inhibit so many of our fellow Americans from participating fully in the life of our society, and how much more they could contribute if those obstacles were removed.
This can begin with recognizing the outstanding achievements of many disabled citizens. These heroes, often unsung, have done much to enrich their lives and ours. Let us all resolve to act positively toward those who must cope with the challenge of physical handicaps. We all have much to gain if they are able to live up to their full potential. The Congress, by House Joint Resolution 544, has designated May 7, 1986, as “National Barrier Awareness Day” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this event.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 7, 1986, as National Barrier Awareness Day. I call upon my fellow citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth. RONALD REAGAN 5473 May 8, 1986 Naval Aviation Day, 1986 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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