Proclamation 5379.
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99 STAT. 2092 Proclamation 5379 of October 7, 1985 Mental Illness Awareness Week, 1985 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation At some time in their lives, millions of Americans in all walks of life suffer from some form of mental illness. The cost of such illness to society is staggering, totaling billions of dollars for treatment, support, and lost productivity each year. The emotional costs to those who suffer, and the anguish it causes their families and friends, are beyond reckoning.
Because of the unwarranted stigma too often associated with mental illness—a by-product of fear and misunderstanding—many victims do not seek the help they need. But help is available. Treatment can bring relief to many. Scientific advances in recent decades have led to a variety of effective treatments, using modern drugs as well as behavioral and psychosocial therapies: the lows of a depressive disorder can be ameliorated; suicide prevented; hallucinations and delusions dispelled; and crippling anxieties eased.
Those who suffer can be healed and again become productive members of society. In recognition of the unparalleled growth in scientific knowledge about mental illnesses and the need to increase awareness of such knowledge,*Ante*, p. 485. the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 67, has designated the week beginning October 6, 1985, as “Mental Illness Awareness Week” 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 week beginning October 6, 1985, as Mental Illness Awareness Week. I call upon all health care providers, educators, the media, public and private organizations, and the people of the United States to join me in this observance. IN WITNESS WHEREOF. I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5380 October 9, 1985 Fire Prevention Week, 1985 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5380 of October 9, 1985 Fire Prevention Week, 1985 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Fire controlled is one of man’s greatest friends; unchecked, it is our deadly enemy. Each year, millions of fires kill thousands of Americans and destroy billions of dollars of property. Carelessness and apathy are fire’s greatest allies.
But an informed public aware of fire hazards and ways to prevent and combat fire can bring the problem under control. 99 STAT. 2093 Thanks to the efforts in both the public and private sectors, our annual fire loss has been declining in recent years. But we must not become complacent. We must build on the progress that has been made. I urge every American to join the fight against fire. During Fire Prevention Week, communities should begin initiatives for fire prevention and control that can be implemented throughout the year. 1 encourage all citizens to join in local efforts to marshal the forces of the entire community—local government, the fire service, business leaders, civic organizations, and service groups—to redouble their efforts to prevent and control fire and minimize its toll of life and property.
One place we can all start is with this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Fire Drills Save Lives.” Everyone should plan ahead noting the most convenient fire exits. Families should install and maintain smoke detectors in their homes to provide early warning of fire. Your local firefighters can provide you with more detailed recommendations and will be happy to do so. And let us not forget to thank them for the great job they do to protect us, our homes, our businesses, and our belongings.
Daily they risk their lives to protect our communities. It is most fitting that the culmination of National Fire Prevention Week will be the observance of the National Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The observance will honor the scores of brave firefighters who last year gave their lives in service to others. We also must recognize and commend the efforts of all organizations concerned with fire prevention and control, and in particular the National Fire Protection Association, the International Association of Firefighters, the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the National Volunteer Fire Council, the International Society of Fire Service Instructors, the Fire Marshals Association of North America, and all the members of the joint Council of National Fire Service Organizations.
NOW, THEREFORE. I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of October 6, 1985, as Fire Prevention Week, and I call upon the people of the United States to plan and actively participate in fire prevention activities during this week and throughout the year. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5381 October 9, 1985 National School Lunch Week, 1985 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5381 of October 9, 1985 National School Lunch Week, 1985 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Since 1946, the National School Lunch Program has made it possible for our Nation’s children to enjoy nutritious, well-balanced, low-cost lunches. Now in its 39th year, the National School Lunch Program stands as an outstanding example of a successful partnership between Federal and State governments and local communities to make food and technical assistance available in an effort to provide a more nutritious diet for students. 99 STAT. 2094 The youth of our Nation are our greatest resource, and the school lunch program demonstrates our commitment to the promotion of their health and well-being.
Under its auspices, over 23 million lunches are served daily in nearly 90,000 schools throughout the country. The success of this effort is largely due to resourceful and creative food service managers and staff, working in cooperation with government personnel, parents, teachers, and members of civic groups. [36 USC 168](/us/usc/t36/s168).By joint resolution approved October 9, 1962, the Congress has designated the week beginning on the second Sunday of October in each year as “National School Lunch Week” and 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 October 13, 1985, as National School Lunch Week, and 1 call upon all Americans to give special and deserved recognition to those people at the State and local level who, through their dedicated and innovative efforts, have contributed so much to the success of the school lunch program. IN WITNESS WHEREOF. 1 have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5382 October 9, 1985 White Cane Safety Day, 1985 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 5382 of October 9, 1985 White Cane Safety Day, 1985 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Americans admire courage and respect independence. Every day some of our neighbors renew our appreciation of these qualities. They are the Americans who set forth about their daily business bearing the white cane.
The white cane is the badge of courage carried by those blind and visually impaired citizens who believe freedom and independence are meant for all Americans. The white cane tells the world that its bearer expects not pity but fairness and consideration—on the street, on the job, and everywhere Americans’ paths cross. In recognition of the significance of the white cane, the Congress, by joint[36 USC 169d](/us/usc/t36/s169d). resolution approved October 6, 1964, has authorized the President to designate October 15 of each year as “White Cane Safety Day.
” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 15, 1985, as White Cane Safety Day. I urge all Americans to salute the courage of those who carry the white cane and consider how each of us, in our work and in our daily rounds, can show our respect for these proud and able Americans. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, 1 have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and tenth.
RONALD REAGAN 5383 October 9, 1985 National Spina Bifida Month, 1985 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
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