Proclamation 4984.
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96 STAT. 2777 Proclamation 4984 of October 12, 1982 **National Port Week, 1982** By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Ocean, Great Lakes, and inland river ports and terminals are among our most important national assets. They have contributed substantially to the shaping of our early history as a Nation and fostered the industry and trade which helped build many of America's great cities. Today our ports are vital links in the total transportation system which serves this Nation's domestic and international trade.
Their continued development is indispensable to our economic and military security. In 1981 port industry handled over two billion short tons of waterborne commerce in foreign and domestic trade; added $8.5 billion to the United States Treasury from U.S. Customs Service collections; and contributed over $35 billion to the gross national product and over $1.5 billion to the balance of payments accounts. To meet the needs of expanding waterborne commerce, billions of dollars have been invested in new and expanded facilities by non-Federal entities representing State and local authorities and private industry.
In recognition of the importance of our ports to the Nation's economy, security, and welfare, the Congress has, by Joint Resolution, designated the first week in October 1982 as “National Port Week.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the seven calendar days beginning October 3, 1982, as “National Port Week.” I invite the Governors of the several States, the chief officials of local governments, and the people of the United States to observe this with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 4985 October 12, 1982 National Newspaper Carrier Appreciation Day Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4985 of October 12, 1982 **National Newspaper Carrier Appreciation Day** By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Every day nearly 100 million Americans read a newspaper that has been delivered to their homes by a newspaper carrier.
The estimated one million newspaper carriers in our Nation, the great majority of whom are 18 years of age or younger, perform an essential service in the dissemination of information that is so vital to the functioning of a free society. In all kinds of weather, and often in hours of darkness, these young people make their appointed rounds. Most of them are engaged in their first venture in American enterprise, their initiative and devoted efforts enhancing the quality of life in our Nation. 96 STAT. 2778 In recognition of the contribution of newspaper carriers in our *Ante*, p. 1286.society, the Congress of the United States has. by Senate Joint Resolution 239. designated October 16, 1982, as National Newspaper Carrier Appreciation Day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate October 16, 1982, as National Newspaper Carrier Appreciation Day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 12th day of Oct. in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 4986 October 12, 1982 National Farm-City Week, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4986 of October 12, 1982 **National Farm-City Week, 1982** By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Each year our hardworking farmers produce enough food and fiber to feed and clothe the people of America as well as those of many other countries.
This nation is indeed fortunate to be blessed with such a productive farming system. Many of our fellow countrymen, however, have had little exposure to the miracle of American agriculture—fewer than three percent of the nation's people feed and clothe the other ninety-seven percent. Caught up in the fast pace of urban life, city dwellers often take for granted the quiet and efficient regularity with which their rural counterparts sustain an entire population with such a plentiful supply of food and fiber.
Our future as a prosperous nation depends on our ability to keep a large number of interrelated parts working in harmony. Our farms and cities are inextricably connected by a great marketing chain of producers, transporters, processors, warehousemen, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. This free market process will remain viable as long as its various links are strong enough to make their contributions to moving goods and services where they are needed. As the anchor points of this chain, farmers and city dwellers are absolutely crucial to each other.
To achieve a deeper appreciation of the interdependence of farms and cities, we set aside each November a Farm-City Week during which we call attention to the farmer-city dweller partnership which has contributed so much to the vitality and prosperity of our nation. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN. President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the period November 19 through November 25, 1982, as National Farm-City Week. I call on all Americans, those in rural areas and those in cities, to join in recognizing the accomplishments of our productive farm families and of our urban residents in working together in a spirit of cooperation and interdependence to create bounty, wealth, and strength for the nation. 96 STAT. 2779 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 12th day of Oct., in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh.
RONALD REAGAN 4987 October 18, 1982 National Spinal Cord Injury Month Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4987 of October 18, 1982 **National Spinal Cord Injury Month** By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Head and spinal cord injuries paralyze 10,000 Americans a year and many must use a wheelchair for the rest of their lives. The estimated total cost in dollars to society of these injuries exceeds $2 billion annually.
An additional tragic toll is exacted in diminished personal happiness and productivity. The devastation of spinal cord injury is compounded by the youth of those it strikes: Two-thirds are 20 years of age or younger. Medicine has advanced to the point that a 15-year-old suffering a severe spinal cord injury has a nearly normal life expectancy, but during the remaining years, these people may experience injury-related health difficulties and incur heavy medical expenses. The enormity of the problem can be seen by the number of people involved—200,000 in the United States alone.
The goals of the Nation's Comprehensive Research Program on Acute Spinal Cord Injury and Paraplegia are to improve outcome and restore lost function. Today's promising experiments suggest that the riddle of regeneration may one day be solved. Devices to restore movement and control bladder function are also being explored. Both Federal and private organizations have joined forces in these common goals. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, in accordance with Senate Joint Resolution 249, do hereby proclaim*Ante,* p. 1468. the month of October 1982, as “National Spinal Cord Injury Month,” in recognition of the courage of those who live with spinal cord injury and the efforts of scientists who are seeking answers.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 18th day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 4988 October 19, 1982 National Housing Week, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4988 of October 19, 1982 **National Housing Week, 1982** By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Historically, America's housing industry has been a major contributor to the growth of our Nation’s economy and the well-being of our citizens, it has encouraged the social and economic values of homeownership, created jobs, and stimulated both individual and institutional investment. 96 STAT. 2780 Yet, in the last decade, no segment of our economy has suffered more from the twin afflictions of inflation and high interest rates.
Young couples, low income families, lending institutions, builders, construction workers, realtors, and materials suppliers have all shared in the frustrations and failures brought on by the misdirected programs of the past and the changing economic environment. Our Administration’s economic policies have produced dramatic declines in the rate of inflation and in interest rates. These achievements will serve as a catalyst for solid and widespread housing industry growth benefiting all Americans.
Recognizing the need for new options and directions for our national housing policy, the President's Commission on Housing was established on June 16, 1981. Given the urgency of the situation, this distinguished group of housing experts completed their massive study in a remarkably short time frame. An impressive report, containing a detailed series or recommendations. was issued on April 30, 1982. The Commission’s findings reflect a fundamental confidence in the free market system, a recognition that a genuine housing recovery, essential for us all, can only be accomplished through principal reliance on the strength and initiative of the private sector.
The Commission stressed the need for free, unhampered housing markets and urged the removal of unnecessary, burdensome regulatory restraints. It recommended a comprehensive strategy of housing initiatives directed at people, rather than at structures. At the same time, the Commission reaffirmed our national commitment to equal housing choice and recognized a continuing role for government in providing housing for the poor. Guided by this framework, this Administration has already undertaken a number of actions aimed at bringing about the resurgence of the housing industry.
These include: the Joint Venture in Affordable Housing; the acceptance of new, flexible mortgage instruments; the proposal for a new rental housing certificate program; the encouragement of private pension fund investments in mortgages: and the elimination of a number of counter-productive Federal regulations. Unquestionably, a housing recovery remains an essential national priority and all Americans deserve the opportunity to live in decent, affordable *Ante,* p. 1660.housing.
Through Senate Joint Resolution 261. the Congress has recognized the past contributions of the housing industry to America, reaffirmed our national commitment to a housing recovery, and requested the President to designate the week of October 24 through October 31, 1982, as National Housing Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning October 24, 1982, as National Housing Week and call upon the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 19th day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN **Editorial Note:** The President’s remarks of Oct. 19, 1982, on signing Proclamation 4988 are printed in the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 18, p. 1355). 4989 October 22, 1982 Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Week, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation