Proclamation 4686.
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93 STAT. 1540 Proclamation 4686 of September 14, 1979 National Diabetes Week, 1979 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Diabetes mellitus affects the lives of 10 million Americans. Each year, 35,000 Americans die from this disease, and many times that number fall victim to heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blood vessel disease and blindness related to diabetes. Diabetes now costs the country more than $6 billion annually in health care expenses, disability payments and lost wages.
A major national effort is underway among Federal agencies, State and local governments, academic institutions and voluntary health organizations to combat diabetes and its complications, which so often compromise the quality of life of its victims. There is optimism in the scientific community that research is leading to greater understanding and improved methods of treatment for diabetes and its complications. We must continue to focus attention on the needs of the many victims of diabetes in the United States if we are ever to reduce the impact of this disease as a source of human suffering in our Nation.
The Congress, by Joint Resolution enacted August 13, 1979 (Public Law 96–*Ante*, p. 357.51), has authorized and requested the President to designate the week of October 8 through October 14, 1979, as National Diabetes Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, JIMMY CARTER, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of October 8 through October 14, 1979. as National Diabetes Week. I call upon public and private agencies and organizations to recognize and observe it appropriately.
I invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to issue similar proclamations. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth. Jimmy Carter 4687 September 18, 1979 National Forest Products Week, 1979 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4687 of September 18, 1979 National Forest Products Week, 1979 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Our Nation’s forests are one of our greatest resources, covering nearly one-third of our land.
The forests are “lands of many uses” providing wood for 93 STAT. 1541a multitude of products, protection of watersheds, forage for livestock, food and shelter for wildlife, wilderness areas, and a tremendous range of recreation opportunities for people of every age and income. In these times of worldwide inflation and energy shortages, we can turn to our forests for relief. Forests offer numerous opportunities for low-cost vacations. Forest products can have even greater inflation-fighting and energy-saving roles.
I recently directed two Federal agencies to examine their forested lands to see what could be done to provide more timber so that the cost of housing could be reduced. Discoveries from forest product research are being applied to help fight inflation and save energy. A new house developed by Forest Service scientists will allow us to build houses with 30 percent less structural lumber than is used now for similar structures. New processing techniques reduce the amount of energy needed to make paper and also allow manufacture of more paper from less wood.
In addition. America’s forests make direct contributions to reducing our dependence on foreign sources of energy. This country once ran on the energy provided by burning wood, and we can obtain energy from that resource again. Every year, more and more Americans are turning to efficient wood-burning stoves and furnaces to help in their fight against rising energy costs. Wise use of our Nation’s forest products results in turn from wise and efficient management of the forests themselves.
Planning carefully for all forest uses, minimizing waste, and replenishing harvested trees will sustain our forests and insure the continuity of this tremendous renewable asset. In recognition of the value of forests for energy, wood products, and recreation, Congress has designated the third week of October as National Forest Products Week, it is important that we pause to reflect upon the value of our forests to our national well-being. NOW, THEREFORE, I, JIMMY CARTER, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of October 21 through October 27, 1979, as National Forest Products Week and ask all Americans to demonstrate their awareness of the value of forests through suitable activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth. Jimmy Carter 4688 September 18, 1979 Veterans Day, 1979 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4688 of September 18, 1979 Veterans Day, 1979 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation No Americans have done more to win and protect the peace than the men and women of our Armed Forces, past and present. 93 STAT. 1542 Veterans Day affords each of us the opportunity to join our fellow citizens, in communities across the Nation, in honoring those whose love of country knew no bounds—those to whom patriotism was principle, not mere sentiment.
Without the sacrifices which our brave veterans made so freely and so generously, our cherished freedom would long ago have vanished. On this historic day, let us resolve anew to keep faith with those who have done so much to shape this Nation with their honor and valor. The flag under which they served is the emblem of our unity, our power, our purpose as a Nation. It has no other character than that which we give it from generation to generation. NOW, THEREFORE, I, JIMMY CARTER, President of the United States of America, do hereby invite citizens everywhere to join with me in observing Veterans Day on Sunday, November 11, 1979.
Let the past and present unite in prayer that America will ever seek the ways of peace, and, by her example at home and throughout the world, hasten the return of goodwill among men. This is a particularly appropriate time to remember with respect and affection our sick and disabled veterans. 1 urge their families and friends to visit with them and reassure them of their country’s enduring gratitude. I call upon the press, radio and television and other media of public information to participate in this observance to help realize the full purpose and meaning of this important commemoration.
I ask that Federal, State and local government officials arrange for the display of the flag of the United States on this day, and encourage the public’s involvement In appropriate ceremonies throughout our land. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth. Jimmy Carter 4689 September 19, 1979 National Meals on Wheels Week, 1979 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4689 of September 19, 1979 National Meals on Wheels Week, 1979 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation This year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Meals on Wheels programs which make nutritious food available to aged and ailing persons in their homes.
Since 1954. thousands of volunteers in these programs have made it possible for many of the Nation’s elderly to reside at home rather than in institutions and to live healthier, happier and more independent lives. In recognition of the outstanding contributions of these volunteers, the Congress,*Ante*, p. 413. by House Joint Resolution 367, has designated the week beginning September 16, 1979, as National Meals on Wheels Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, JIMMY CARTER, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of September 16 through September 22, 1979, as National Meals on Wheels Week. 93 STAT. 1543 In accord with the congressional resolution, I invite the Governors of the several States, the chief officials of local governments and the people of the United States to observe this period with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth. Jimmy Carter 4690 September 19, 1979 National Day of Prayer, 1979 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4690 of September 19, 1979 National Day of Prayer, 1979 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The history of our country is a history of triumph over adversity.
Time after time, we have overcome threats from within and without. Over the generations, wars, depressions, and internal differences and bigotry in various forms have struck at the foundations of our society. As we have met these challenges together, the bonds between us as Americans have grown stronger. We endure and remain a land of hope because of the basic goodness and strength of our people and because the God of us all has shown us His favor. The decisions we make today on arms, economics, social justice and global responsibilities echo into the future of the world.
We accept our responsibilities and make our choices with all the will and determination at our command, but always in the full knowledge that we are finally in the hands of God, In the words of the prophet Zechariah. “Not by might, not by power but by my spirit saith the Lord of Hosts.” (4:6) Recognizing this, the Congress by joint resolution approved April 17, 1952 (36 U.S.C. 185; 66 Stat. 64) has called upon the President to set aside a suitable[36 USC 169h](/us/usc/t36/s169h). day each year as a National Day of Prayer.
NOW, THEREFORE, I JIMMY CARTER, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Wednesday, October 3, 1979, as a National Day of Prayer, I ask all Americans to join with me on that day to recommit ourselves to God, to each other and to the towering ideals of truth, justice, fairness, brotherhood, and love which our Nation has cherished and protected. Let us pray for the will and wisdom to create a world in which all people can live with each other in peace. Let us pray that careful stewardship of today’s opportunities will protect and enlarge the inheritance of liberty and security we give our children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth, Jimmy Carter 4691 September 20, 1979 National School Lunch Week, 1979 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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