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104 STAT. 5399 Proclamation 6186 of September 24, 1990 National Hispanic Heritage Month, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Each year, we pause during National Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the many contributions that men and women of Spanish and Latin American descent have made to our country’s history and culture. Journeying to the New World nearly half a millennium ago, Spanish conquistadors were among the first Europeans to explore and establish settlements in what is now U.S. territory.
In 1513, Ponce de Leon was the first European to discover Florida: in 1528, Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca became the first Spaniard to land on Texas soil; by 1565—more than 25 years before British colonists landed at Jamestown—the Spanish had established a permanent settlement at St. Augustine. By that time, other Spaniards, including Franciscan missionaries, had begun to explore the Southwest. During the second half of the 18th century, the Franciscans established a chain of missions along the California coast.
These early mission sites, known as “El Camino Real,” grew into the thriving cities of San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Centuries after men such as Coronado and Father Junipero Serra journeyed into the vast, uncharted territory of the New World, the influence of the Spanish colonial empire remains evident in communities throughout the southern and western United States. The rich legacy we celebrate during National Hispanic Heritage Month is not limited, however, to the magnificent architecture and fascinating history and folklore of the American Southwest.
Over the years, Hispanic Americans have made their mark across the country and in virtually every aspect of American life. Time and again throughout our Nation’s history, Hispanic Americans—many of whom have come to this country in search of the freedom denied to them by repressive regimes in their ancestral homelands—have demonstrated their dedication to the ideals upon which the United States is founded. In peacetime, as well as in times of conflict and peril, they have faithfully defended the principles of freedom and representative government.
They have worked for the advancement of human rights and democratic ideals around the world, and they have helped to support many of our neighbors in Central and South America and the Caribbean in their own struggles for liberty and self-determination. With faith and hard work, Hispanic Americans have reaped the blessings of freedom and opportunity, building strong families and proud communities and earning positions of leadership in business, education, sports, science, and the arts.
Hispanic Americans have also excelled in government, serving as councilmen, mayors, governors, and as members of State legislatures, the Congress, and the Cabinet. In December of 1989, to help ensure that young Hispanic Americans have ample opportunities to develop and demonstrate their great talent and potential, I directed my Secretary of Education, Dr. Lauro Cavazos, to form the Domestic Policy Council Task Force on Hispanic Education. 104 STAT. 5400 The Task Force has worked to find ways to improve Federal education programs that serve Hispanic Americans.
By enhancing the educational opportunities available to Americans of Spanish and Latin American descent, we can help to promote their continued social and economic advancement. In recognition of the outstanding achievements of Hispanic Americans, the Congress, by Joint Resolution approved September 17, 1968, as amended by Public Law 100–402, has authorized and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the month beginning September 15 and ending October 15 as “National Hispanic Heritage Month.
” NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month beginning September 15, 1990, and ending October 15, 1990, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth.
GEORGE BUSH **Editorial note**: For the President’s remarks of Sept. 24, 1990 on signing Proclamation 6186, see the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 26, p. 1437). 6187 September 26, 1990 Gold Star Mother’s Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6187 of September 26, 1990 Gold Star Mother’s Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Few Americans could have a more profound understanding of the price of freedom than our Nation’s Gold Star Mothers.
These proud and courageous women are the mothers of U.S. military personnel who have perished in the line of duty. Anyone who has been blessed with children knows that there is no greater heartache than losing a son or daughter. The mothers of those brave and selfless Americans who have died to defend the lives and liberty of others have suffered greatly, yet they have also inspired us with their unfailing faith and patriotism. These women, known as Gold Star Mothers, merit our lasting respect and gratitude.
In his now-famous letter to Mrs. Lydia Bixby, a Boston widow who was reported to have lost several sons during the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln wrote: I feel how weak and fruitless must be any words of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming, but I cannot refrain from tendering to you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic that they died to save. I pray that the Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. 104 STAT. 5401 The American Gold Star Mothers have likewise made an enormous sacrifice for our country, and, on this occasion, we echo President Lincoln’s timeless appeal.
Whether they made their final stand for liberty and justice on the beaches of Normandy during World War II, on the harsh terrain of Korea and Vietnam, or, more recently, in places such as Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, and the Persian Gulf region, those heroic Americans who have died while defending the cause of peace and freedom will never be forgotten. To the women who nurtured in them a love of God and country, as well as a sense of duty and concern for others, we offer a heartfelt salute.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 (June 23, 1936), designated the last Sunday in September as “Gold Star Mother’s Day” and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this occasion. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 30, 1990, as Gold Star Mother’s Day. I call upon all government officials to display the United States flag on government buildings on this day. I also urge the people of the United States to display the flag and to hold appropriate meetings in their homes, churches, synagogues, or other suitable places, as a public expression of the love, sorrow, and reverence that our Nation holds for American Gold Star Mothers.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6188 September 28, 1990 National Job Skills Week, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6188 of September 28, 1990 National Job Skills Week, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Throughout most of the past decade, the United States has enjoyed remarkable, uninterrupted economic growth.
This Nation’s prosperity and its continued leadership in global economic affairs are, in large part, a tribute not only to the ingenuity and drive of American workers but also to the traditional strength of our academic institutions and the fundamental validity of free market principles. As we approach the 21st century, however, the United States faces significant new challenges. Remaining a leader in the increasingly competitive global marketplace will require greater knowledge and improved skills among members of our labor force—knowledge and skills that will enable them to keep pace with continued advances in science and technology.
A projected slowdown in work force growth and other demographic changes, such as the changing age profile of our work 104 STAT. 5402force and the many types of new work force entrants, also call for higher quality education in America and more effective job training. A major Federal program to assist workers in acquiring the education and occupational skills they need is conducted under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). Through the JTPA, private organizations and businesses work in concert with government agencies to provide training and employment opportunities for older, disadvantaged, and dislocated workers, as well as for those who previously have not been able to compete in the labor market because of lack of education or skills.
By promoting higher levels of literacy, education, and skill among members of the Nation’s work force, the JTPA is not only contributing to the personal fulfillment and success of individual participants, but also helping to keep our country strong and prosperous in a rapidly changing world. To focus national attention on current and evolving work force needs, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 333, has designated the week of September 30 through October 6, 1990, as “National Job Skills Week” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of September 30 through October 6, 1990, as National Job Skills Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth.
GEORGE BUSH 6189 September 28, 1990 Minority Enterprise Development Week, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6189 of September 28, 1990 Minority Enterprise Development Week, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation As we move toward the 21st century, the United States is challenged by the need to build a strong foundation for continued economic growth and prosperity. If we are to remain a leader in the global marketplace, we must increase our competitiveness through the production and delivery of high quality goods and services, and we must fully utilize the talents and ideas of all our workers.
To do so, we must ensure that all Americans not only have the opportunity to participate in our free enterprise system, but also have the knowledge and skills needed to master ever more sophisticated technology in the workplace. Achieving our goals for the 21st century will require an education system that is second to none, and it will require market-oriented government policies that sustain a climate conducive to business success. It will also require the best efforts of the private sector. 104 STAT. 5403 Minority business men and women have always demonstrated the kind of commitment to excellence that is vital to keeping America strong and competitive.
Industrious and determined, these individuals have taken advantage of the opportunities available in our free enterprise system, helping to create jobs and contributing to the development of their communities. Time and again, minority entrepreneurs have demonstrated the power of individual initiative and private enterprise, reaffirming our conviction that freedom and opportunity are the key to success for individuals and nations. During ‘‘Minority Enterprise Development Week,” we recognize the outstanding achievements of the Nation’s minority business men and women.
The theme of this year’s observance, “Quality Business Partners: America’s Minority Entrepreneurs,” calls due attention to the contributions that minority men and women make to our economic vitality. This week, as we salute the more than 1.5 million minority entrepreneurs in the United States, let us also renew our commitment to providing the education, training, and equality of opportunity that will enable more Americans to join them as valued partners in the economic life of our country.
NOW, THEREFORE. I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim the week of September 30 through October 6, 1990, as Minority Enterprise Development Week. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth.
GEORGE BUSH 6190 September 28, 1990 Child Health Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6190 of September 28, 1990 Child Health Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation On Child Health Day, we express our resolve, as individuals, families, and as a Nation, to ensure that every American child receives the best possible start in life—beginning with quality health care throughout pregnancy for expectant mothers and extending through each child’s formative years.
On this occasion and, indeed, throughout the year, thousands of health care providers, government officials, and other concerned Americans work together to achieve this goal, urging pregnant women to protect the lives of their unborn children through proper nutrition and prenatal care; encouraging parents to have their children immunized; and promoting education in child nutrition, safety, development, and hygiene. The 1990 World Summit for Children dramatically illustrates that the concern for child health extends worldwide.
This year, our observance 104 STAT. 5404of Child Health Day—an annual event in the United States since 1928—underscores our national commitment to build a better future for America’s children. Since the inception of Child Health Day in the first half of this century, we have not only worked to bring basic health care services to greater numbers of poor and underserved children but also focused increased attention on the prevention of childhood diseases and accidents. In recent years, we have also established more specialized services for children with particular health care needs, such as birth defects and chronic illnesses.
As we celebrate the advances we have made in promoting child health in the United States, we also do well to reflect on the work that remains to be done. During this observance of Child Health Day, we devote special attention to the unique problems and needs of adolescents. Adolescence is an important, and sometimes difficult, time of transition. In addition to experiencing many physical and emotional changes, teenagers must cope with new peer pressures, increasing responsibilities, and the desire for greater independence.
Most young Americans weather successfully the ups and downs of adolescence. Tragically, however, the future of far too many of our teens is being threatened by experimentation with drugs and alcohol, promiscuity, violence, and crime. As individuals, families, and as a Nation, we must continue working to overcome the factors that can lead to physical and emotional health problems among adolescents—factors such as illiteracy, poverty, neglect, moral confusion, and the breakdown of family life.
We can help America’s teens to lead safer, healthier lives by teaching them—through word, deed, and example—the importance of sound nutrition and regular exercise and the dangers of such activities as smoking and drinking. We can also reduce the incidence of teen pregnancy—and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases—by helping our children to develop strong values, greater self-esteem, and the skills needed to overcome negative peer pressure. As a Nation, we must also rediscover the values of faithfulness, commitment, and self-sacrifice as they apply to marriage and family life.
While the government must not, and, indeed, cannot, assume the primary responsibility of parents in caring for their children, it can join health care providers and other private organizations in helping to promote the well-being of our Nation’s teens. This year, as we observe Child Health Day, let us redouble our efforts to build a constructive partnership among parents, health care professionals, members of the clergy, educators, and public officials at all levels of government.
What we do to promote the health and well-being of young Americans is an investment in their future and in the future of our entire country. The Congress, by Joint Resolution approved May 18, 1928, as amended (36 U.S.C. 143), has called for the designation of the first Monday in October as “Child Health Day” and has authorized and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation in observance of this occasion. 104 STAT. 5405 NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Monday, October 1, 1990, as Child Health Day.
I urge all Americans to join me in renewing our commitment to protecting the lives and health of all our Nation’s children as we focus special attention on the needs of adolescents. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6191 September 28, 1990 General Pulaski Memorial Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6191 of September 28, 1990 General Pulaski Memorial Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Long before he gave his life for the sake of America’s Independence, General Casimir Pulaski had demonstrated the depth of his devotion to the cause of liberty and human dignity.
As a young count and patriot in Poland, the beloved land of his birth, Pulaski fought against tyranny and foreign domination with unrelenting courage and determination. Finally, when forced into exile, he chose to join our ancestors in their struggle for freedom and independence. Pulaski volunteered for the Continental Army, where he eventually became leader of his own cavalry unit. On October 9, 1779, while leading a charge during the siege of Savannah, General Pulaski was mortally wounded.
Two days later, this loyal friend of the American Revolution and tireless champion of freedom went to his eternal rest. General Pulaski did not live to enjoy the triumph of the American Revolutionary War, but today we know that his sacrifices—and the sacrifices of all those who labored to support our fledgling Nation in its struggle for liberty—were not made in vain. Today, more than 200 years after his death, the United States continues to be blessed with freedom, peace, and prosperity.
General Pulaski’s fellow Poles have thrown off the oppressive weight of communist rule and have begun to enter the community of free nations. Like many of his contemporaries, Casimir Pulaski knew that the hopes of freedom-loving peoples around the world were invested in our Nation’s great experiment in self-government. In joining the American War for Independence, he affirmed a belief we cherish to this day: because liberty is the God-given right of all men, the cause of freedom is universal.
When the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are secured anywhere, they are strengthened and reaffirmed everywhere. This October 11, as we recall the death of General Casimir Pulaski, one of the great heroes of the Revolutionary War and first of many individ-104 STAT. 5406uals of Polish descent to earn a place of honor in American history, let us also renew our commitment to the ideals for which he gave his life. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Thursday, October 11, 1990, as General Pulaski Memorial Day and direct the appropriate government officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings on that day.
In addition, I encourage the people of the United States to commemorate this occasion as appropriate throughout the land. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6192 October 2, 1990 Energy Awareness Month, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6192 of October 2, 1990 Energy Awareness Month, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Each day we rely on stable and secure supplies of energy—for our homes and motor vehicles, as well as for our farms, factories, and other places of work.
By supplying consumers with needed heat, light, and power, our Nation’s utility companies and other energy providers enable us to enjoy an enviably high standard of living and personal mobility. However, safe, reliable, and affordable sources of energy are more than a matter of comfort and convenience. They are also vital to America’s economic productivity, its technological progress, and our national security. As current events in the Persian Gulf region have so forcefully reminded us, we must skillfully balance our determination to sustain economic growth: our need to use energy efficiently and to reduce this country’s dependence on oil; and our commitment to a safer, cleaner environment.
Ensuring a secure energy future for the United States will require the wise and effective development of all our Nation’s energy resources, including coal, natural gas, and nuclear and hydroelectric power, and other forms of renewable energy. It will require the creation of new incentives for oil and gas exploration and the development of alternative fuels: and it will call for innovative conservation efforts. During its observance of “Energy Awareness Month.” the United States Department of Energy will be working to promote increased public understanding of our Nation’s energy needs and the energy choices available to us.
Through the cooperative efforts of energy providers, educators, business and community leaders, individual consumers, and public officials at all levels of government, we can develop the sound energy policies and practices that are vital to our Nation’s future. 104 STAT. 5407 NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 1990 as Energy Awareness Month.
I urge the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate educational programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6193 October 3, 1990 Atlanta: Olympic Host City Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6193 of October 3, 1990 Atlanta:
Olympic Host City Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The selection of the City of Atlanta, Georgia, as host city for the Games of the XXVIth Olympiad in 1996 gives all Americans reason to celebrate. More than a tribute to this beautiful, historic city and the hospitality of its people, the International Olympic Committee’s decision to award the 1996 Games to Atlanta is a resounding vote of confidence in the United States and the future of the modem Olympic Games.
The 1996 Games will mark the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the modem Olympic era in Athens, where Baron Pierre de Coubertin organized the first modem Games. Hosting these historic contests is, therefore, a very great honor. It is also a singularly important responsibility. Nevertheless, the people of Atlanta and their fellow citizens throughout Georgia are certain to prove more than equal to the task. Competing against other impressive candidate cities for the privilege of hosting the 1996 Games, the people of Atlanta and their elected representatives have worked together with remarkable unity and enthusiasm.
In so doing, they have successfully highlighted the many amenities Atlanta has to offer Olympic athlete, official, and spectator alike. They have also demonstrated the vitality and warmth that are hallmarks of this fine southern American city. Most important, however, by celebrating our Nation’s rich ethnic diversity and the racial harmony that has been achieved in the birthplace of the American civil rights movement and the home of the late Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the people of Atlanta have provided a superlative example of the Olympic spirit at work.
In 1996, as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first modem Olympic Games, we will also look forward to the continued advancement of international understanding and goodwill through world sporting competition. The thriving capital of Georgia is a most fitting host for the centennial Games of the modem Olympic era, and all Americans take pride in the honor that has been rightfully bestowed upon our fellow citizens in Atlanta. 104 STAT. 5408 NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Wednesday, October 3, 1990, as “Atlanta:
Olympic Host City Day.” I invite all Americans to observe this day by rededicating themselves to the Olympic ideal. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH **Editorial note**: For the President’s remarks of Oct. 3, 1990, on signing Proclamation 6193, see the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 26, p. 1525). 6194 October 3, 1990 German-American Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6194 of October 3, 1990 German-American Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation On October 6, 1683, the first German immigrants to America landed near Philadelphia.
This small group of men, women, and children had sailed across the vast, treacherous waters of the Atlantic in search of religious freedom and a more prosperous future in the New World. Seven million other Germans eventually followed in their wake. These courageous, hardworking individuals and their descendants have helped to write the story of the United States. The rich heritage we celebrate each year on German-American Day consists of more than cultural, familial, and historic ties, however: it is also rooted in shared values and aspirations.
Ever since General Friedrich von Steuben stood on the front lines in this Nation’s struggle for liberty and independence, German immigrants and their descendants have demonstrated—through word, deed, and sacrifice—their strong devotion to democratic ideals. German-American Day, 1990, is like none before it, for this year’s commemoration coincides with the achievement of the goal Americans and Germans have long shared: a united, democratic, and sovereign Germany. During the past year, the German people have torn down the artificial barriers that, for too long, cruelly divided their country.
The Berlin Wall, which once stood as a bleak and even deadly symbol of division, now lays in ruin—a fitting reminder of the discredited regime that had directed its construction 29 years ago. Today Germany is at peace with its neighbors and, on this day of German unity, at peace with itself. The achievement of German unity will also give hope to others, particularly the Baltic peoples, that a peaceful but determined struggle for national self-determination can succeed even over seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
The United States remains true to its policy of nonrecognition of the annexation of the Baltic states, just as we never 104 STAT. 5409wavered in our support for German unity even through the darkest hours of the Cold War. Since the end of World War II, the American people have stood shoulder to shoulder with the people of the Federal Republic of Germany
(FRG)in efforts to secure our freedom and to advance our common interests. The spirit of friendship and cooperation between the people of the United States and the FRG is reflected in the wide range of exchange programs and other contacts we have developed over the years. Now, from this day forward, a new, united Germany will be our partner in leadership. We Americans, and above all, those of German descent, are proud of the role we have played in support of German unity. We rejoice with the German people on this day and celebrate the centuries-old relationship between the German and American peoples. The Congress, by House Joint Resolution 469, has designated October 6, 1990, as “German-American Day” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of that day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 6, 1990, as German-American Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH **Editorial note**: For the President’s remarks of Oct. 3, 1990, on signing Proclamation 6194, see the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 26, p. 1522). 6195 October 4, 1990 Columbus Day, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 6195 of October 4, 1990 Columbus Day, 1990 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Christopher Columbus’ epic voyage nearly half a millennium ago marked more than the triumph of a daring and determined navigator over skeptics and naysayers. It also marked a turning point in human history. In 1492, when the crews of the *Nina, Pinta*, and *Santa Maria* raised sail and set out toward the western horizon, few of their fellow Europeans saw anything but folly in the plans of Columbus. Still fewer could have envisioned the magnificent New World that he would soon discover across the vast, uncharted waters of the Atlantic. Seizing an opportunity to pursue his dreams and theories and to expand the realm of the known, Christopher Columbus not only introduced European culture and technology to the native peoples of the Western Hemisphere but 104 STAT. 5410also obtained for his countrymen an alluring glimpse of their rich lands and exotic customs. In so doing, he began a long, fruitful exchange of knowledge, resources, and traditions between the Old World and the New. Through his difficult yet fateful journey across the Atlantic, the bold Admiral of the Ocean Seas also demonstrated for all posterity the power of faith, courage, and individual initiative. The annual observance of Columbus Day is a time of celebration for all those who treasure the spirit of learning and discovery. However, this occasion holds special meaning for Americans of Italian and Spanish descent. Christopher Columbus was the first of many Italians to chart a course for the New World and to exchange with its peoples a wealth of skills and experience. As we commemorate the seminal journey of this brave son of Genoa, a journey made possible by the generous support of the Spanish monarchs Ferdinand V and Isabella I, we are also mindful of the many contributions that men and women of Spanish descent have made to the social, cultural, and economic development of the Americas. In just 2 years we will mark the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the New World. Members of the Christopher Columbus Quincentenary Jubilee Commission—a body established by the Congress in 1984 and assisted by representatives from Spain, Italy, and many nations of this hemisphere—are planning an exciting series of educational and commemorative events to celebrate this milestone. These events, to be held throughout the United States and around the world, will enable participants to learn more about the master mariner who defied the odds and opened a new chapter in the history of mankind. On this Columbus Day, as we look forward to the Quincentenary Jubilee, let us also celebrate the timeless spirit of learning, exploration, and discovery that has so enriched us all. In tribute to Christopher Columbus, the Congress of the United States, by joint resolution of April 30, 1934 (48 Stat. 657), as modified by the Act of June 28, 1968 (82 Stat. 250), has requested the President to proclaim the second Monday in October of each year as “Columbus Day.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 8, 1990, as Columbus Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed day in honor of Christopher Columbus. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifteenth. GEORGE BUSH 6196 October 9, 1990 Mental Illness Awareness Week, 1990 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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