Proclamation 5173.
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98 STAT. 3574 Proclamation 5173 of April 3, 1984 Mother’s Day, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation By tradition, the second Sunday in May is designated as Mother’s Day, a day on which we honor and think about our mothers. Almost every woman in our Nation looks forward to the rewards and joys of motherhood without overlooking the long-term effort that raising children demands. We are grateful to mothers for their willingness to give of themselves for their children’s well-being, for their wholehearted belief in their offspring, for their love, for being wellsprings of hope, and for all the support they lend to us throughout life.
Motherhood is both a great responsibility and one of the most unique, rewarding, and pleasurable experiences life has to offer, just as the family is the basis of a strong nation, so dedicated mothers are frequently the key to strong families. The quality and scope of their activities, as well as their overriding concern for the well-being of their families and the future of our country, inspire and strengthen us as individuals and as a Nation. In recognition of the contributions of all mothers to their families and to the Nation, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 8, 1914 (38 Stat. 770), designated the second Sunday in May 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 13, 1984, be observed as Mother’s Day. 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 3rd day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth.
RONALD REAGAN 5174 April 8, 1984 National Mental Health Counselors Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5174 of April 8, 1984 National Mental Health Counselors Week, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Mental health counselors use special counseling skills and understanding of human development to help their fellow Americans cope with problems of adjustment, the pain of illness, and the stresses of life.
They provide 50 percent of the mental health services delivered in this country, working with the chronically mentally ill, the depressed, the anxious, the abused, and others, who, through no fault of their own, cannot fully meet their daily obligations or experience life’s pleasures. Through a variety of techniques, mental health counselors assist people to attain self-understanding and skills needed to solve problems, make decisions, and successfully deal with others in an increasingly complex world.
Mental health counselors work in hospitals, community agencies, clinics, 98 STAT. 3575and the private practice sector and with all types of health professionals, applying the expertise gained through their many years of education and training. In recognition of the important services that these counselors perform for others to save lives and reduce suffering, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 203, has designated the week beginning April 8, 1984, as National *Ante*, p. 123.Mental Health Counselors Week 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 the week beginning April 8, 1984, as National Mental Health Counselors Week. I call upon health care professionals, educators, the media, individuals, and public and private organizations concerned with mental health to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 8th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth.
RONALD REAGAN 5175 April 9, 1984 Law Day U.S.A., 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5175 of April 9, 1984 Law Day U.S.A., 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation May 1, 1984 is Law Day U.S.A., a time to affirm the essential role of the rule of law in the development and preservation of our free society. This year’s Law Day theme, “Law Makes Freedom Work,” captures the essence of our heritage as a Republic.
Our unique experience demonstrates that law and freedom must be indivisible partners. For without law, there can be no freedom, only chaos and disorder; and without freedom, law is but a cynical veneer for injustice and oppression. The guarantees of freedom embodied in our Constitution and the Bill of Rights are a continuing legacy, enhancing the lives of our citizens and serving as an inspiration to people around the world. One of our Nation’s strongest principles is that voluntary adherence to the rule of law expands, rather than limits, the opportunities for freedom.
For twenty-seven years, we have set aside this day as a time for reflection upon and celebration of the vital bond between liberty and the rule of law that gives life to our national goals and ideals. It is also an opportunity for all Americans to improve their understanding and appreciation of the contribution law makes to the preservation of freedom. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, in accordance with Public Law 87–20 of April 7, 1961, do [36 USC 164](/us/usc/t36/s164).hereby proclaim Tuesday, May 1, 1984 as Law Day U.S.A.
I urge the people of the United States to use this occasion to renew their commitment to the rule of law and to reaffirm our dedication to the partnership of law and liberty. I also urge the legal profession, schools, civic, service and fraternal organizations, public bodies, libraries, the courts, the communications media, business, the clergy, and all interested individuals and organizations 98 STAT. 3576to join in efforts to focus attention on the need for the rule of law.
I also call upon all public officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings open on Law Day, May 1, 1984. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth. RONALD REAGAN **Editorial note**: For the President’s remarks of Apr. 9, 1984, on signing Proclamation 5175, see the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 20, p. 507). 5176 April 9, 1984 Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5176 of April 9, 1984 Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Week, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation For most of us, movement is part of our lives which, though essential, we often take for granted.
But for nearly half a million Americans, every step, every gesture is fraught with apprehension. These people suffer from Parkinson’s disease, a movement disorder that affects people as they grow older. We now know that the tremor and rigidity characteristic of Parkinson’s disease are caused by a chemical deficiency in the part of the brain that controls movement. Through research, scientists have discovered that certain drugs can help overcome this deficiency. Many Americans with Parkinson’s disease have found that with medication, physical therapy, and emotional support from families and friends, they can lead normal and productive lives.
Superbly trained scientists are hard at work trying to solve the problems caused by Parkinson’s disease. Many of these scientists are supported by the Federal government’s National Institute of Neurological and Communicative Disorders and Stroke and by four national voluntary health organizations: the American Parkinson Disease Association, the National Parkinson Foundation, Inc., the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, and the United Parkinson Foundation. While these medical advances are encouraging, it is important that there be greater public awareness of what it means to have Parkinson’s disease.
We must let people with Parkinson’s disease know that we understand when they have trouble walking through a doorway or when the disorder causes their hands or their heads to shake uncontrollably. A smile may be all the encouragement they need to relax enough to resume normal movement. I commend the courage of Americans who refuse to be vanquished by Parkinson’s disease. And I applaud the resourcefulness of the families and friends who provide them with sustained affection and encouragement. *Ante*, p. 124.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 263, has designated the week of April 8–14, 1984, as “Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Week” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of that week. 98 STAT. 3577 NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of April 8–14, 1984, as “Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Week,” and I call upon Government agencies and the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth. RONALD REAGAN 5177 April 13, 1984 National Hearing Impaired Awareness Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5177 of April 13, 1984 National Hearing Impaired Awareness Week, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation More than fifteen million Americans of all ages experience some degree and form of hearing impairment.
These hearing-impaired Americans continue to share in the life of the Nation, contribute to family life and the home, and provide civic support to their communities. They have steadfastly striven not only to overcome their handicaps, but also to assist other members of our society. In so doing, the deaf and hearing impaired have made significant contributions to society, science, the arts and industry in virtually every field. Research has shown us that hearing loss can sometimes be alleviated, corrected, or best of all, prevented.
Scientific investigators supported by the Federal government’s National Institute of Neurological and Communicative Disorders and Stroke and by professional societies and voluntary health organizations are learning more about how the auditory system works, and what can go wrong and why. Innovative programs in research, education, and prevention have long been conducted and supported by many voluntary agencies working on behalf of the hearing impaired, I commend their dedication to this important service.
The Congress, by House Joint Resolution 407, has designated the week beginning *Ante*, p. 147.April 8, 1984, as “National Hearing Impaired Awareness Week,” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of that week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning April 8, 1984, as National Hearing Impaired Awareness Week. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate activities in their homes, offices, schools, and communities, and I urge all Americans to reflect upon the important contributions made by the hearing-impaired citizens to the progress and well-being of our country.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 13th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth. RONALD REAGAN 5178 April 13, 1984 Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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