Proclamation 5248.
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98 STAT. 3643 Proclamation 5248 of October 4, 1984 National Children’s Week, 1984 By The President of the United States of America A Proclamation The future of our free society depends on our most important resource: our children. For ourselves as for every other society, our children are our future. Over the course of human history, men and women in every time and place have chosen the family as the best institution for the raising and nurturing of children. Today, there is a renewed appreciation of the crucial role the family plays in producing healthy and self-confident children, who will mature into adults capable of forming the bonds of love and affection which sustain society.
Children grow best in families supported by the love of parents who pass on to them the rich moral heritage of our civilization and help develop their sense of responsibility to the larger community. Children who are confident of their own worth within a family will bring confidence and strength to our society. National Children’s Week provides an opportunity for us to reaffirm our commitment to ensuring our children a firm foundation for physical, mental, and spiritual growth.
As we embrace the younger generation, let us remember that we hold the future in our hands. The Congress, by House Joint Resolution 153, has designated the week of *Ante*, p. 1674.October 7 through October 13, 1984, as “National Children’s 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 of October 7 through October 13, 1984, as National Children’s Week.
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 fourth day of October, 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 ninth. RONALD REAGAN 5249 October 4, 1984 National Quality Month, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5249 of October 4, 1984 National Quality Month, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation A commitment to excellence in manufacturing and services is essential to our Nation’s long-term economic welfare.
Quality in manufacturing and services will contribute to increased productivity, reduced costs, and consumer satisfaction. 98 STAT. 3644 Historically, American craftsmen have shown great personal pride and interest in developing quality goods and services. Today, we must reinforce our pride of workmanship by renewing that commitment. Improving the quality of American goods and services depends upon each of us. Individual workers, business managers, labor leaders, and government officials must all work to promote a standard of excellence in the public and private sectors.
To provide for a greater awareness of the need to ensure that American goods and services are of the highest quality, the Congress, by Senate Joint *Ante*, p. 1681.Resolution 304, has designated the month of October 1984 as “National Quality Month” and 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 month of October 1984 as National Quality Month, and I call upon the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of October, 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 ninth. RONALD REAGAN 5250 October 5, 1984 National High–Tech Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5250 of October 5, 1984 National High–Tech Week, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Throughout this century, the United States has been the world’s leader in high technology innovation and development.
Because the economy of this Nation closely is tied to technological advances, maintenance of this leadership is a national priority. Americans must build on our unmatched body of technical knowledge and on our entrepreneurial spirit to bring new and competitive products to the market. Our youth are the key to maintaining this leadership. Young Americans must receive the educational opportunities necessary to grow and develop in a high technology environment. By providing these opportunities, our national commitment to high technology development will be translated into real progress benefitting future generations.
To focus public attention on the importance of high technology development, *Ante*, p. 1670.the Congress by House Joint Resolution 453, has designated the week of September 30 through October 6, 1984, as “National High–Tech Week” and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of September 30 through October 6, 1984, as National High–Tech Week, and I call upon the people of the United States to celebrate this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 98 STAT. 3645 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of October, 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 ninth.
RONALD REAGAN 5251 October 5, 1984 National Spina Bifida Month, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of The United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5251 of October 5, 1984 National Spina Bifida Month, 1984 By the President of The United States of America A Proclamation Spina bifida is among the most common birth defects. Between one and two of every 1,000 babies in the United States are born with this problem. Infants with spina bifida may have incompletely developed spinal cords and suffer varying degrees of muscle paralysis and spine and limb deformities.
Most develop hydrocephalus—a potentially dangerous buildup of fluid and pressure within the brain. Thirty years ago the majority of children with spina bifida died. Today, thanks to Federal and private programs of biomedical research, medical and surgical management of spina bifida has advanced to the point that nearly all children survive. But some of these survivors face various potential problems, including lack of mobility, incontinence, and learning difficulties. Once again, research has provided answers: early surgical closure of spinal defects to reduce the development of infection and hydrocephalus; improved neurosurgical techniques for relieving pressure on the brain; better antibiotics for treating life-threatening infections; lighter braces to aid in mobility; and new techniques to control bladder function.
Further improvements may be expected to result from research supported by the Federal government’s National Institute of Neurological and Communicative Disorders and Stroke and the National Institute for Child Health and Human Development. Voluntary agencies including the Spina Bifida Association of America, the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, and the National Easter Seal Society are also involved. For the many investigators supported by these organizations, the greatest challenge is to find the cause of this crippling birth defect and develop ways to prevent it.
Scientists working toward these goals are studying the formation of the spinal cord and factors that might influence its abnormal development. In order to focus attention on the needs of spina bifida children for long-term care and on the emotional and financial difficulties faced by their parents, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 275, has designated October *Ante*, p. 1606.1984 as “National Spina Bifida Month” and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of the month.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 1984 as National Spina Bifida Month, and I call upon all government agencies, health organizations, and the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 98 STAT. 3646 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of October, 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 ninth.
RONALD REAGAN 5252 October 9, 1984 National Down’s Syndrome Month, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5252 of October 9, 1984 National Down’s Syndrome Month, 1984 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation In the past decade, the United States has entered a new era of hope for its developmentally disabled citizens. This new age of enlightened understanding recognizes that developmentally disabled persons have a great potential for achieving and overcoming handicaps.
Down’s syndrome, a condition once thought to be without hope of positive change, is one of the best symbols of this changing attitude. Progress is evident on several fronts. Research has uncovered the genetic basis for the condition and points the way to its ultimate prevention. Advances in medical treatment can minimize defects associated with the condition and have extended the lifespan of those who have it. School doors have been unlocked to Down’s syndrome children, and special education classes within mainstream school programs have been developed.
Vocational training in preparation for gainful employment and independent living has become available. These advances have not occurred by chance. They are the result of the collective effort of concerned physicians, scientific investigators, teachers and other professionals, parent groups such as the National Down’s Syndrome Congress, and government. But the task remains unfinished. Public awareness and acceptance of the capabilities of persons who have Down’s syndrome can greatly facilitate their being welcomed in all communities. *Ante*, p. 1683.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 254, has designated October 1984 as “National Down’s Syndrome Month” and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this month. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 1984 as National Down’s Syndrome Month, and I urge all Americans to join me in encouraging renewed efforts on behalf of the health and well-being of individuals with Down’s syndrome.
I invite all concerned citizens, agencies, and organizations to unite during October in support of appropriate observances and activities that will assist individuals with Down’s syndrome and their families to a fuller and more rewarding life. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of October, 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 ninth. RONALD REAGAN 5253 October 9, 1984 Fire Prevention Week, 1984 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation