Proclamation 5054.
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97 STAT. 1581 Proclamation 5054 of April 20, 1983 Death of Federal Diplomatic and Military Personnel in Beirut, Lebanon By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation As a mark of respect for the American diplomats, military personnel and loyal staff members who died violently in the performance of their duty on April 18, 1983, in the tragic bombing of the United States Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, I hereby order, by virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States of America by Section 175 of Title 36 of the United States Code, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions through Tuesday, April 26, 1983.
I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 20th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 5055 April 22, 1983 National Farm Safety Week, 1983 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5055 of April 22, 1983 National Farm Safety Week, 1983 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Many of the world’s people depend on American agriculture to fill their food and fiber needs.
Yet, the efficiency of American agriculture and the quality of life for those who work on the land are impaired by a high accident rate. Many farm and ranch families, both owners and workers, suffer great personal sorrow and economic loss each year because of serious injuries or fatal accidents. It is particularly unfortunate that farm children and teenagers often are the victims of these accidents. Although great progress has been made in improving safety on farms, much work remains to be done.
It is important that community leaders and public officials continue to contribute their time and effort to promoting accident prevention programs. But real progress in safety must start with the individual. Most farm accidents can be prevented if safe work methods are followed and appropriate protective equipment used. If our farmers and ranchers develop strong safety habits while at work, in the home, in recreational pursuits, and while driving on the road, our safety record will improve further.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of September 18 through Septem-97 STAT. 1582ber 24, 1983, as National Farm Safety Week. I urge all persons who live and work on the Nation’s farms and ranches to make safety a daily part of activities on the job, at home or on the highway. I also urge those who work with and service America’s farms and ranches to support safety efforts in every way possible. I call upon parents especially to teach their children good safety practices and instill in them a positive attitude toward safety which will serve them well throughout their lives.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 22nd day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 5056 April 26, 1983 National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 1983 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5056 of April 26, 1983 National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 1983 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Regular, vigorous physical activity is essential to good health and effective performance of our daily responsibilities.
In addition, physical activity and sports programs can provide rich sources of personal pleasure and satisfaction. Many individuals, families, communities, and others are increasingly concerned about physical fitness, and there is a growing recognition that physical activity is an important part of daily life for people of both sexes and all ages. Americans who are not reaping the benefits and pleasures of physical activity and sports should develop a personal physical fitness program in accordance with their capability.
In recognition of the importance of physical activity as a part of our daily *Ante*, p. 174.life, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 53, has authorized and requested the President to designate the month of May 1983 as “National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of May 1983 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month and urge communities, schools, States, employers, voluntary organizations, churches, and other organizations to stage appropriate observances and special events.
Furthermore, I urge individuals and families to use this occasion to renew their commitments to make regular physical activity an integral part of their lives. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 26th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh. RONALD REAGAN 5057 April 29, 1983 National Year of Voluntarism Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation