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"Rule 1 "(a) These Rules shall be followed by all vessels and seaplanes upon the high seas and in all waters connected therewith navigable by seagoing vessels, except as provided in Rule 30. Where, as a result of their special construction, it is not possible for seaplanes to comply fully with the provisions of Rules specifying the carrying of lights and shapes, these provisions shall be followed as closely as circumstances permit. "(b) The Rules concerning lights shall be complied with in all weathers from sunset to sunrise, and during such times no other lights shall be exhibited, except such lights as cannot be mistaken for the prescribed lights or do not impair their visibility or distinctive character, or interfere with the keeping of a proper look-out. The lights prescribed by these Rules may also be exhibited from sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility and in all other circumstances when it is deemed necessary. "(c) In the following Rules, except where the context otherwise requires— "(i) the word 'vessel' includes every description of water craft, other than a seaplane on the water, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water; "(ii) the word 'seaplane' includes a flying boat and any other aircraft designed to manoeuvre on the water; "(iii) the term 'power-driven vessel' means any vessel propelled by machinery; "(iv) every power-driven vessel which is under sail and not under power is to be considered a sailing vessel, and every vessel under power, whether under sail or not, is to be considered a power-driven vessel; " (v) a vessel or seaplane on the water is 'under way' when she is not at anchor, or made fast to the shore, or aground; "(vi) the term 'height above the hull' means height above the uppermost continuous deck; ''(vii) the length and breadth of a vessel shall be her length overall and largest breadth; " (viii) the length and span of a seaplane shall be its maximum length and span as shown m its certificate of airworthiness, or as determined by measurement in the absence of such certificate; "(ix) vessels shall be deemed to be in sight of one another only when one can be observed visually from the other; "(x) the word 'visible', when applied to lights, means visible on a dark night with a clear atmosphere; "(xi) the term 'short blast' means a blast of about one second's duration; "(xii) the term 'prolonged blast' means a blast of from four to six seconds' duration; "(xiii) the word 'whistle' means any appliance capable of producing the prescribed short and prolonged blasts; "(xiv) the term 'engaged in fishing' means fishing with nets, lines or trawls but does not including fishing with trolling lines. " P A R T B.—^LIGHTS AND SHAPES

"Rule 2 " (a) A power-driven vessel when under way shall carry— "(i) On or in front of the foremast, or if a vessel without a foremast then in the forepart of the vessel, a white light so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 225 degrees (2Q points of the compass), so fixed as to show the light 112% degrees (10 points) on each side of the vessel, that is,

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from right ahead to 22i/^ degrees (2 points) abaft the beam on either side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 5 miles. "(ii) Either forward or abaft the white light prescribed in sub-section (i) a second white light similar in construction and character to that light. Vessels of less than 150 feet in length shall not be required to carry this second white light but may do so. "(iii) These two white lights shall be so placed in a line with and over the keel that one shall be at least 15 feet higher than the other and in such a position that the forward light shall always be shown lower than the after one. The horizontal distance between the two white lights shall be at least three times the vertical distance. The lower of these two white lights or, if only one is carried, then that light, shall be placed at a height above the hull of not less than 20 feet, and, if the breadth of the vessel exceeds 20 feet, then at a height above the hull not less than such breadth, so however that the light need not be placed at a greater height above the hull than 40 feet In all circumstances the light or lights, as the case may be, shall be so placed as to be clear of and above all other lights and obstructing superstructures. "(iv) On the starboard side a green lignt so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 112% degrees (10 points of the compass), sofixedas to show the light from right ahead to 22% degrees (2 points) abiaft the beam on the starboard side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "(v) On the port side a red light so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 112% degrees (10 points of the compass), so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22% degrees (2 points) abaft the beam on the port side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "(vi) The said ^reen and red sidelights shall be fitted with inboard screens projecting at least 3 feet forward from the light, so as to prevent these lights from being seen across the bows. "(b) A seaplane under way on the water shall carry— " (i) In the forepart amidships where it can best be seen a white light, so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 220 degrees of the compass, so fixed as to show the light 110 degrees on each side of the seaplane, namely, from right ahead to 20 degrees abaft the beam on either side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 3 miles. "(ii) On the right or starboard wing tip a green light, so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 110 degrees of the compass, so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 20 degrees abaft the beam on the starboard side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "(iii) On the left or port wing tip a red light, so constructed as to show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 110 degrees of the compass, so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 20 degrees abaft the beam on the port side, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "Kule 3 "(a) A power-driven vessel when towing or pushing another vessel or seaplane shall, in addition to her sidelights, carry two white lights in a vertical line one over the other, not less than 6 feet apart, and when towing and the length of the tow, measuring from the stern of the towing vessel to the stern of the last vessel towed, exceeds 600 feet, shall carry three white lights in a vertical line one over the other, so that the upper and lower lights shall be the same distance from, and not less than 6 feet above or below, the middle light. Each of these lights shall be of the same construction and character and one of them shall be carried in the same position as the white light prescribed in

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Rule 2(a)(i). None of these lights shall be carried at a height of less than 14 feet above the hull. In a vessel with a single mast, such lights may be carried on the mast. "(b) The towing vessel shall also show either the stem light prescribed in Rule 10 or in lieu of that light a small white light abaft the funnel or aftermast for the tow to steer by, but such light shall not be visible forward of the beam. "(c) Between sunrise and sunset a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, if the length of tow exceeds 600 feet, shall carry, where it can best be seen, a black diamond shape at least 2 feet in diameter. "(d) A seaplane on the water, when towing one or more seaplanes or vessels, shall carry the lights prescribed in Rule 2(b)(i), (ii) and (iii); and, in addition, she shall carry a second white light of the same construction and character as the white light prescribed in Rule 2(b) (i), and in a vertical line at least 6 feet above or below such light. "Rule 4 "(a) A vessel which is not tmder command shall carry, where they can best be seen, and, if a power-driven vessel, in lieu of the lights prescribed in Rule 2(a)(i) and (ii), two red lights in a vertical line one over the other not less than 6 feet apart, and of such a character as to be visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2 miles. By day, she shall carry in a vertical line one over the other not less than 6 feet apart, where they can best be seen, two black balls or shapes each not less than 2 feet in diameter. "(b) A seaplane on the water which is not under command may carry, where they can best be seen, and in lieu of the light prescribed in Rule 2(b)(i), two red lights in a vertical line, one over the other, not less than 3 feet apart, and of such a character as to be visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2 miles, and may by da^' carry in a vertical line one over the other not less than 3 feet apart, where they can best be seen, two black balls or shapes, each not less than 2 feet in diameter. "(c) A vessel engaged in laying or in picking up a submarine cable or navigation mark, or a vessel engaged in surveying or underwater operations, or a vessel engaged in replenishment at sea, or in the launching or recovery of aircraft when from the nature of her work she is unable to get out of the way of approaching vessels, shall carry, in lieuof the lights prescribed in Rule 2(a)(i) and (ii), or Rule 7(a)(i), three lights in a vertical line one over the other so that the upper and lower lights shall be the same distance from, and not less than 6 feet above or below, the middle light. The highest and lowest of these lights shall be red, and the middle light shall be white, and they shall be of such a character as to be visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2 miles. By day, she shall carry in a vertical line one over the other not less than 6 feet apart, where they can best be seen, three shapes each not less than 2 feet in diameter, of which the highest and lowest shall be globular in shape and red in colour, and the middle one diamond in shape and white. "(d)(i) A vessel engaged in minesweeping operations shall carry at the fore truck a green light, and at the end or ends of the fore yard on the side or sides on which danger exists, another such light or lights. These lights shall be carried in addition to the light prescribed in Rule 2(a)(i) or Rule 7(a)(i), as appropriate, and shall oe of such a character as to be visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2" miles. By day she shall carry black balls, not less than 2 feet in diameter, in the same position as the green lights. "(ii) the showing of these lights or balls indicates that it is dangerous for other vessels to approach closer than 3,000 feet astern of the minesweeper or 1,500 feet on the side or sides on which danger exists. "(e) The vessels and seaplanes referred to in this Rule, when not making way through the water, shall show neither the coloured sidelights nor the stern light, but when making way they shall show them. "(f) The lights and shapes prescribed m this Rule are to be taken by other vessels and seaplanes as signals that the vessel or seaplane

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showing them is not under command and cannot therefore get out of the way. "(g) These signals are not signals of vessels in distress and requiring assistance. Such signals are contained in Rule 31. "Rule 5 "(a) A sailing vessel under way and any vessel or seaplane being towed shall carry the same lights as are prescribed in Rule 2 for a power-driven vessel or a seaplane under way, respectively, with the exception of the white lights prescribed therein, which thej^ shall never carry. They shall also carry stern lights as prescribed m Rule 10, provided that vessels towed, except the last vessel of a tow, may carry, in lieu of such stern light, a small white light as prescribed in Rule 3(b). "(b) In addition to the lights prescribed in section (a), a sailing vessel may carry on the top of the foremast two lights in a vertical line one over the other, sufficiently separated so as to be clearly distinguished. The upper light shall be red and the lower light shall be green. Both lights shall be constructed and fixed as prescribal in Rule 2(a)(i) and shall be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "(c) A vessel being pushed ahead shall carry, at the forward end, on the starboard side a green light and on the port side a red light, which shall have the same characteristics as the lights prescribed in Rule 2(a) (iv) and (v) and shall be screened as provided in Rule 2(a) (vi), provided that any number of vessels pushed ahead in a group shall be lighted as one vessel. " (d) Between sunrise and sunset a vessel being towed, if the length of the tow exceeds 600 feet,, shall carry where it can best be seen a black diamond shape at least 2 feet in diameter. "Rule 6 "(a)When it is not possible on account of bad weather or other sufficient cause to fix the green and red sidelights, these lights shall be kept at hand lighted and ready for immediate use, and shall, on the approach of or to other vessels, be exhibited on their respective sides in sufficient time to prevent collision, in such manner as to make them most visible, and so that the green light shall not be seen on the port side nor the red light on the starboard side, nor, if practicable, more than 22i/^ degrees (2 points) abaft the beam on their respective sides. "(b) To make the use of these portable lights more certain and easy, the lanterns containing them shall each be painted outside with the colour of the lights they respectively contain, and shall be provided with proper screens. "Rule T "Power-driven vessels of less than 65 feet in length, vessels under oars or sails of less than 40 feet in length, and rowing boats, when under way shall not be required to carry the lights prescribed in Rules 2, 3 and 5, but if they do not carry them they shall be provided with the following lights— "(a) Power-driven vessels of less than 65 feet in length, except as provided in sections (b) and (c), shall carry— " (i) In the forepart of the vessel, Avhere it can best be seen, and at a height above the gunwale of not less than 9 feet, a white light constructed and fixed £\s prescribed in Rule 2(a)(i) and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 3 miles, "(ii) Green and red sidelights constructed and fixed as prescribed in Rule 2(a) (iv) and (v), and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 1 mile, or a combined lantern showing a green light and a red light from right ahead to 221/^ degrees (2 points) abaft the beam on their respective sides. Such lantern shall be carried not less than 3 feet below the white light.

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"(b) Power-driven vessels of less than 65 feet in length when towing or pushing another vessel shall carry— "(i) In addition to the sidelights or the combined lantern prescribed in section (a) (ii) two white lights in a vertical line, one over the other not less than 4 feet apart. Each of these lights shall be of the same construction and character as the white light prescribed in section (a)(i) and one of them shall be carried m the same position. In a vessel with a single mast such lights may be carried on the mast. "(ii) Either a stem light as prescribed in Kule 10 or in lieu of that light a small white light abaft the funnel or aftermast for the tow to steer by, but such light shall not be visible forward of the beam. "(c) Power-driven vessels of less than 40 feet in length may carry the white light at a less height than 9 feet above the gunwale but it shall be carried not less than 3 feet above the sidelights or the combined lantern prescribed in section (a) (ii). "(d) Vessels of less than 40 feet in length, under oars or sails, except as provided in section (f), shall, if they do not carry the sidelights, carry, where it can best be seen, a lantern showing a gre^n light on one side and a red light on the other, of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 1 mile, and so fixed that the green light shall not be seen on the port side, nor the red light on the starboard side. Where it is not possible to fix this light, it shall be kept ready for immediate use and shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision and so that the green light shall not be seen on the port side nor the red light on the starboard side. "(e) The vessels referred to in this Rule when being towed shall carry the sidelights or the combined lantern prescribed in sections (a) or (d) of this Rule, as appropriate, and a stern light as prescribed in Rule 10, or, except the last vessel of the tow, a small white light as prescribed in section (b) (ii). When being pushed ahead they sihall carry at the forward end the sidelights or combined lantern prescribed in sections (a) or (d) of this Rule, as appropriate, provided that any number of vessels referred to in this Rule when pushed ahead in a group shall be lighted as one vessel under this Rule unless the overall length of the group exceeds 65 feet when the provisions of Rule 5(c) shall apply. "(f) Small rowing boats, whether under oars or sail, shall only be required to have ready at hand an electric torch or a lighted lantern, showing a white light, which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision. "(g) The vessels and boats referred to in this Rule shall not be required to carry the lights or shapes prescribed in Rules 4(a) and 11(e) and the size of their day signals may be less than is prescribed in Rules 4(c) and 11(c). "Rule 8 "(a) A power-driven pilot-vessel when engaged on pilotage duty and under way— "(i) Shall carry a white light at the masthead at a height of not less than 20 feet above the hull, visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 3 miles and at a distance of 8 feet below it a red light similar in construction and character. If such a vessel is of less than 65 feet in length she may carry the white light at a height of not less than 9 feet above the gunwale and the red light at a distance of 4 feet below the white light. "(ii) Shall carry the sidelights or lanterns prescribed in Rule 2(a) (iv) and (v) or Rule 7(a) (ii) or (d), as appropriate, and the stern light prescribed in Rule 10. "(iii) Shall show one or more flare-up lights at intervals not exceeding 10 minutes. An intermittent white light visible all round the horizon may be used in lieu of flare-up lights. "(b) A sailing pilot-vessel when engaged on pilotage duty and under way—

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"(i) Shall carry a white light at the masthead visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 3 miles. " (ii) Shall be provided with the sidelights or lantern prescribed in Rules 5(a) or 7 (d), as appropriate, and shall, on the near approach of or to other vessels, have such lights ready for use, and shall show them at short intervals to indicate the direction in which she is heading, but the green light shall not be shown on the port side nor the red light on the starboard side. She shall also carry the stern light prescribed in Rule 10. "(iii) Shall show one or more flare-up lights at intervals not exceeding ten minutes. "(c) A pilot-vessel when engaged on pilotage duty and not under way shall carry the lights and show the flares prescribed in sections (a)(i) and (iii) or (b)(i) and (iii), as appropriate, and if at anchor shall also carry the anchor lights prescribed in Rule l i. " (d) A pilot-vessel when not engaged on pilotage duty shall show the lights or shapes for a similar vessel of her length. "Rule 9 "(a) Fishing vessels when not engaged in fishing shall show the lights or shapes for similar vessels of their length. "(b) Vessels engaged in fishing, when under way or at anchor, shall show only the lights and shapes prescribed in this Rule, which lights and shapes shall be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "(c)(i) Vessels when engaged in trawling, by which is meant the dragging of a dredge net or other apparatus through the water, shall carry two lights in a vertical line, one over the other, not less than 4 feet nor more than 12 feet apart. The upper of these lights shall be green and the lower light white and each shall be visible all round the horizon. The lower of these two lights shall be carried at a height above the sidelights not less than twice the distance between the two vertical lights. "(ii) Such vessels may in addition carry a white light similar in construction to the white light prescribed in Rule 2(a)(i) but such light shall be carried lower than and abaft the all-round green and white lights. " (d) Vessels-when engaged in fishing, except vessels engaged in trawling, shall carry the lights prescribed in section (c)(i) except that the upper of the two vertical lights shall be red. Such vessels if of less than 40 feet in length may carry the red light at a height of not less than 9 feet above the gunwale and the white light not less than 3 feet below the red light. "(e) Vessels referred to in sections (c) and (d), when making way through the water, shall carry the sidelights or lanterns prescribed in Rule 2(a) (iv) and (v) or Rule 7 (a) (ii) or (d), as appropriate, and the stern light prescribed in Rule 10. When not making way through the water they shall show neither the sidelights nor the stern light. "(f) Vessels referred to in section (d) with outlying gear extending more than 500 feet horizontally into the seaway shall carry an additional all-round white light at a horizontal distance of not less than 6 feet nor more than 20 feet away from the vertical lights in the direction of the outlying gear. This additional white light shall be placed at a height not exceeding that of the white light prescribed in section (c)(i) and not lower than the sidelights. " (g) In addition to the lights which they are required by this Rule to carry, vessels engaged in fishing may, if necessary in order to attract the attention of an approaching vessel, use a flare-up light, or may direct the beam of their searchlight in the direction of a danger threat-ening the approaching vessel, in such a way as not to embarrass other vessels. They may also use working lights but fishermen shall take into account that specially bright or insufficiently screened working lights may impair the visibility and distinctive character of the lights prescribed in this Rule.

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" (h) By day vessels when engaged in fishing shall indicate their occupation by displaying where it can best be seen a black shape consisting of two cones each not less than 2 feet in diameter with their points together one above the other. Such vessels if of less than 65 feet in length may substitute a basket for such black shape. If their outlying gear extends more than 500 feet horizontally into the seaway vessels engaged in fishing shall display in addition one black conical shape, point upwards, in the direction of the outlying gear. "NOTE.—Vessels fishing with trolling lines are not 'engaged in fishing' as defined in Rule 1(c) (xiv). "Rule 10 " (a) Except where otherwise provided in these Rules, a ve&sel when under way shall carry at her stern a white light, so constructed that it shall show an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 135 degrees (12 Points of the compass), so fixed as to show the light 67i/^ degrees (6 points) from ri^ht aft on each side of the vessel, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. " (b) I n a small vessel, if it is not possible on account of bad weather or other sufficient cause for this light to be fixed, an electric torch or a lighted lantern showing a white light shall be kept at hand ready for use and shall, on the approach of an overtaking vessel, be shown in sufficient time to prevent collision. "(c) A seaplane on the water when under way shall carry on her tail a white light, so constructed as to^how an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 140 degrees of the compass, so fixed as to show the light 70 degrees from right aft on each side of the seaplane, and of such a character as to be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles. "Rule 11 " (a) A vessel of less than 150 feet in length, when at anchor, shall carry in the forepart of the vessel, where it can best be seen, a white light visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2 miles. Such a vessel may also carry a second white light in the position prescribed in section (b) of this Rule but shall not be required to do so. The second white light, if carried, shall be visible at a distance of at least 2 miles and so placed as to be as far as possible visible all i*ound the horizon. " (b) A vessel of 150 feet or more in length, when at anchor, shall carry near the stem of the vessel, at a height of not less than 20 feet above the hull, one such light, and at or near the stem of the vessel and at such a height that it shall be not less than 15 feet lower than the forward light, another such light. Both these lights shall be visible at a distance of at least 3 miles and so placed as to oe as far as possible visible all round the horizon. "(c) Between sunrise and sunset every vessel when at anchor shall carry in the forepart of the vessel, where it can best be seen, one black ball not less than 2 feet in diameter. " (d) A vessel engaged in laying or in picking up a submarine cable or navigation mark, or a vessel engaged in surveying or underwater operations, when at anchor, shall carry the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 4(c) in addition to those prescribed in the appropriate preceding sections of this Rule. "(e) A vessel aground shall carry the light or lights prescribed in sections (a) or (b) and the two red lights prescribed in Rule 4 (a). By day she shall carry, where they can oest be seen, three black balls, each not less than 2 feet in diameter, placed in a vertical line one over the other, not less than 6 feet apart. " (f) A seaplane on the water under 150 feet in length, when at anchor, shall carry, where it can best be seen, a white light, visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 2 miles. " (g) A seaplane on the water 150 feet or upwards in length, when at anchor, shall carry, where they can best be seen, a white light forward

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and a white light aft, both lights visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 3 miles; and, in addition, if the seaplane is more than 150 feet in span, a white light on each side to indicate the maximum span, and visible, so far as practicable, all round the horizon at a distance of 1 mile. " (h) A seaplane aground shall carry on anchor light or lights as prescribed in sections (f) and (g), and in addition may carry two red lights in a vertical line, at least 3 feet apart, so placed as to be visible all round the horizon. "Rule 12 "Every vessel or seaplane on the water may, if necessary in order to attract attention, in addition to the lights which she is by these Rules required to carry, show a flare-up light or use a detonating or other efficient sound signal that cannot be mistaken for any signal authorised elsewhere under these Rules. "Rule 13 " (a) Nothing in these Rules shall interfere with the operation of any special rules made by the Government of any nation with respect to additional station and signal lights for ships of war, for vessels sailing under convoy, for fishing vessels engaged in fishing as a fleet or for seaplanes on the water. "(b) Whenever the Government concerned shall have determined that a naval or other military vessel or waterborne seaplane of special construction or purpose cannot comply fully with the provisions of any of these Rules with respect to the number, position, range or arc of visibility of lights or shapes, without interfering with the military function of the vessel or seaplane, such vessel or seaplane shall comply with such other provisions in regard to the number, position, range or arc of visibility of lights or shapes as her Government shall nave determined to be the closest possible compliance with these Rules in respect of that vessel or seaplane. "Rule 14 "A vessel proceeding under sail, when also being propelled by machinery, shall carry in the daytime forward, where it can best be seen, one black conical shape, point downwards, not less than 2 feet in diameter at its base. " P A R T C. — S O U N D SIGNALS AND CONDUCT IN RESTRICTED VISIBILITY "PRELIMINARY

" 1. The possession of information obtained from radar does not relieve any vessel of the obligation of conforming strictly with the Rules and, in particular, the obligations contained in Rules 15 and 16. "2. The Annex to the Rules contains recommendations intended to assist in the use of radar as an aid to avoiding collision in restricted visibility. "Rule 15 " (a) A power-driven vessel of 40 feet or more in length shall be provided with an efficient whistle, sounded by steam or by some substitute for steam, so placed that the sound may not be intercepted by any obstruction, and with an efficient fog horn to be sounded by mechanical means, and also with an efficient bell. A sailing vessel of 40 feet or more in length shall be provided with a similar fog horn and bell. " (b) All signals prescribed in this Rule for vessels under way shall be given— " (i) by power-driven vessels on the whistle; " (ii) by sailing vessels on the fog horn;

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"(iii) by vessels towed on the whistle or fog horn. "(c) I n fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, or any other condition similarly restricting visibility, whether by day or night, the signals prescribed in this Kule shall be used as follows— " (i) A power-driven vessel making way through the water shall sound at intervals of not more than 2 minutes a prolonged blast. "(ii) A power-driven vessel under way, but stopped and making no way through the water, shall sound at intervals of not more than 2 nfiinutes two prolonged blasts, with an interval of about 1 second between them. "(iii) A sailing vessel under way shall sound, at intervals of not more than 1 minute, when on the starboard tack one blast, when on the port tack two blasts in succession, and when with the wind abaft the beam three blasts in succession. "(iv) A vessel when at anchor shall at intervals of not more than 1 minute ring the bell rapidly for about 5 seconds. I n vessels of more than 350 feet in length the bell shall be sounded in the forepart of the vessel, and in addition there shall be sounded in the after part of the vessel, at intervals of not more than 1 minute for about 5 seconds, a gong or other instrument, the tone and sounding of which cannot be confused with that of the bell. Every vessel at anchor may in addition, in accordance with Rule 12, sound three blasts in succession, namely, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast, to give warning of her position and of the possibility of collision to an approaching vessel. " (y) A vessel when towing, a vessel engaged in laying or in picking up a submarine cable or navigation mark, and a vessel under way which is unable to get out of the way of an approaching vessel through being not under command or unable to manoeuvre as required by these Rules shall, instead of the signals prescribed in subsections (i), (ii) and (iii) sound, at intervals of not more than 1 minute, three blasts in succession, namely, one prolonged blast followed by two short blasts. "(vi) A vessel towed, or, if more than one vessel is towed, only the last vessel of the tow, if manned, shall, at intervals of not more than 1 minute, sound four blasts in succession, namely, one prolonged blast followed by three short blasts. "^'VTien practicable, this signal shall be made immediately after the signal made by the towing vessel. "(vii) A vessel aground shall ^ive the bell signal and, if required, the ^ong signal, prescribed m sub-section (iv) and shall, in addition, give 3 separate and distinct strokes on the bell immediately before and after such rapid ringing of the bell. "(viii) A vessel engaged in fishing when under way or at anchor shall at intervals of not more than 1 minute sound the signal prescribed in sub-section (v). A vessel when fishing with trolling lines and under way shall sound the signals prescribed in subsections ^i), (ii) or (iii) as may be appropriate. "(ix) A vessel of less than 40 feet in length, a rowing boat, or a seaplane on the water, shall not be obliged to give the above-mentioned signals but if she does not, she shall make some other efficient sound signal at intervals of not more than 1 minute. "(x) A power-driven pilot-vessel when engaged on pilotage duty may, in addition to the signals prescribed in sub-sections (i), (ii) and ( i v), sound an identity signal consisting of 4 short blasts. "Rule 16 " (a) Every vessel, or seaplane when taxi-ing on the water, shall, in fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms or any other condition similarly restricting visibility, go at a moderate speed, having careful regard to the existing circumstances and conditions. " (b) A power-driven vessel hearing, apparently forward of her beam, the fog-signal of a vessel the position of which is not ascertained,

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shall, so far as the circumstances of the case admit, stop her engines, and then navigate with caution until danger of collision is over. "(c) A power-driven vessel which detects the presence of another vessel forward of her beam before hearing her fog signal or sighting her visually may take early and substantial action to avoid a close quarters situation but, if this cannot be avoided, she shall, so far as t!ne circumstances of the case admit, stop her engines in proper time to avoid collision and then navigate with caution until danger of collision is over. " P A R T D.—STEERING AND SAILING RULES "PRELIMINARY

" 1. In obeying and construing these Rules, any action taken should be positive, in ample time, and with due regard to the observance of good seamanship. "2. Risk of collision can, when circumstances permit, be ascertained by carefully watching the compass bearing of an approaching vessel. If the bearing does not appreciably change, such risk should be deemed to exist. "3. Mariners should bear in mind that seaplanes in the act of landing or taking off, or operating under adverse weather conditions, may be unable to change their intended action at the last moment. "4. Rules 17 to 24 apply only to vessels in sight of one another. "Rule 17 " (a) When two sailing vessels are approaching one another, so as to involve risk of collision, one of them shall keep out of the way of the other as follows— "(i) When each has the wind on a different side, the vessel which has the wind on the port side shall keep out of the way of the other. "(ii) When both have the wind on the same side, the vessel which is to windward shall keep out of the way of the vessel which is to leeward. " (b) For the purposes of this Rule the windward side shall be deemed to be the side opposite to that on which the mainsail is carried or, in the case of a square-rigged vessel, the side opposite to that on which the largest fore-and-aft sail is carried. "Rule 18 " (a) When two power-driven vessels are meeting end on, or nearly end on, so as to involve risk of collision, each shall alter her course to starboard, so that each may pass on the port side of the other. This Rule only applies to cases where vessels are meeting end on, or nearly end on, in such a manner as to involve risk of collision, and does not apply to two vessels which must, if both keep on their respective course, pass clear of each other. The only cases to which it does apply are when each of two vessels is end on, or nearly end on, to the other; in other words, to cases in which, by day, each vessel sees the masts of the other in a line, or nearly in a line, with her own; and by night, to cases in which each vessel is in such a position as to see both the sidelights of the other. I t does not apply, by day, to cases in which a vessel sees another ahead crossing her own course; or, by night, to cases where the red light of one vessel is opposed to the red light of the other or where the green light of one vessel is opposed to the green light of the other or where a red light without a green light or a green light without a red light is seen ahead, or where both green and red lights are seen anywhere but ahead. " (b) For the purposes of this Rule and Rules 19 to 29 inclusive, except Rule 20(c) and Rule 28, a seaplane on the water shall be deemed to be a vessel, and the expression 'power-driven vessel' shall be construed accordingly.

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PROCLAMATION 3632-DEC. 29, 1964 "Rule 19

"When two power-driven vessels are crossing, so as to involve risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her own starboard side shall keep out of the way of the other. "Rule 20 "(a) When a power-driven vessel and a sailing vessel are proceeding in such directions as to involve risk of collision, except as provided for in Rules 24 and 26, the power-driven vessel shall keep out of the way of the sailing vessel. "(b) This Rule shall not give to a sailing vessel the right to hamper, in a narrow channel, the safe passage of a power-driven vessel which can navigate only inside such channel. "(c) A seaplane on the water shall, in general, keep well clear of all vessels and avoid impeding their navigation. In circumstances, however, where risk of collision exists, she shall comply with these Rules. "Rule 21 "Where by any of these Rules one of two vessels is to keep out of the way, the other shall keep her course and speed. When, from any cause, the latter vessel finds herself so close that collision cannot be avoided by the action of the j^iving-way vessel alone, she also shall take such action as will best aid to avert collision (see Rules 27 and 29). "Rule 22 "Every vessel which is directed by these Rules to keep out of the way of another vessel shall, so far as possible, take positive early action to comply with this obligation, and shall, it the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other. "Rule 23 "Every power-driven vessel which is directed by these Rules to keep out of the way of another vessel shall, on approaching her, if necessary, slacken her speed or stop or reverse. "Rule 24 "(a) Notwithstanding anything contained in these Rules, every vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the overtaken vessel. "(b) Every vessel coming up with another vessel from any direction more than 221/^ degrees (2 points) abaft her beam, i.e., in such a position, with reference to the vessel which she is overtaking, that at night she would be unable to see either of that vessel's sidelights, shall be deemed to be an overtaking vessel; and no subsequent alteration of the bearing between the two vessels shall make the overtaking vessel a crossing vessel within the meaning of these Rules, or relieve her of the duty of keeping clear of the overtaken vessel until she is finally past and clear. "(c) If the overtaking vessel cannot determine with certainty whether she is forward of or abaft this direction from the other vessel, she shall assume that she is an overtaking vessel and keep out of the way. "Rule 25 "(a) In a narrow channel every power-driven vessel when proceeding along the course of the channel shall, when it is safe and practicable, keep to that side of the fairway or mid-channel which lies on the starboard side of such vessel. "(b) Whenever a power-driven vessel is nearing a bend in a channel where a vessel approaching from the other direction cannot be seen, such power-driven vessel, when she shall have arrived within 49-850 0-66-95

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one-half (i/^) mile of the bend, shall give a signal by one prolonged blast on her whistle which signal shall be answered by a similar blast given by any approaching power-driven vessel that may be within hearing around the bend. Regardless of whether an approaching vessel on the farther side of the bend is heard, such bend shall be rounded with alertness and caution. "(c) In a narrow channel a power-driven vessel of less than 65 feet in length shall not hamper the safe passage of a vessel which can navigate only inside such channel. "Rule 26 "All vessels not engaged in fishing, except vessels to which the provisions of Rule 4 apply, shall, when under way, keep out of the way of vessels engaged m fishing. This Rule shall not give to any vessel engaged in fishing the right of obstructing a fairway used by vessels other than fishing vessels. "Rule 27 "In obeying and construing these Rules due regard shall be had to all dangers of navigation and collision, and to any special circumstances, including the limitations of the craft involved, which may render a departure from the above Rules necessary in order to avoid immediate danger. "PART E. — S O U N D SIGNALS FOR VESSELS IN SIGHT OF O N E ANOTHER

"Rule 28 "(a) When vessels are in sight of one another, a power-driven vessel under way, in taking any course authorised or required by these Rules, shall indicate that course by the following signals on her whistle, namely— "One short blast to mean 'I am altering my course to starboard'. "Two short blasts to mean 'I am altering my course to port'. "Three short blasts to mean 'My engines are going astern'. "(b) Whenever a power-driven vessel which, under these Rules, is to keep her course and speed, is in sight of another vessel and is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other vessel to avert collision, she may indicate such doubt by giving at least five short and rapid blasts on the whistle. The giving of such a signal shall not relieve a vessel of her obligations under Rules 27 and 29 or any other Rule, or of her duty to indicate any action taken under these Rules by giving the appropriate sound signals laid down in this Rule. "(c) Any whistle signal mentioned in this Rule may be further indicated by a visual signal consisting of a white light visible all round the horizon at a distance of at least 5 miles, and so devised that it will operate simultaneously and in conjunction with the whistlesounding mechanism and remain lighted and visible during the same period as the sound signal. " (d) Nothing in these Rules shall interfere with the operation of any special rules made by the Government of any nation with respect to the use of additional whistle signals between ships of war or vessels sailing under convoy. " P A R T F.—MISCELLANEOUS

"Rule 29 "Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any vessel, or the owner, master or crew thereof, from the consequences of any neglect to carry lights or signals, or of any neglect to Keep a proper look-out, or of the neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice of seamen, or by the special circumstances of the case.

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PROCLAMATION 3 6 3 2 - D E C. 29, 1964 "Rule 30 "Reservation of Rules for Harbours and Inland Navigation

"Nothing in these Rules shall interfere with the operation of a special rule duly made by local authority relative to the navigation of any harbour, river, lake, or inland water, including a reserved seaplane area. "Rule 31 "Distress Signals " (a) When a vessel or seaplane on the water is in distress and requires assistance from other vessels or from the shore, the following shall be the signals to be used or displayed by her, either together or separately, namely— " (i) A gun or other explosive signal fired at intervals of about a minute. "(ii) A continuous sounding with any fog-signalling apparatus. "(iii) Rockets or shells, throwing red stars fired one at a time at short intervals, "(iv) A signal made by radiotelegraphy or by any other signalling method consisting of the group... ... in the Morse Code. "(v) A signal sent by radiotelephony consisting of the spoken word 'Mayday'. "(vi) The International Code Signal of distress indicated by N.C. "(vii) A signal consisting of a square flag having above or below it a ball or anything resembling a ball. "(viii) Flames on the vessel (as from a burning tar barrel, oil barrel, &c.). "(ix) A rocket parachute flare or a hand flare showing a red light. " (x) A smoke signal giving oflf a volume of orange-coloured smoke. "(xi) Slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side. "NOTE.—Vessels in distress may use the radiotelegraph alarm signal or the radiotelephone alarm signal to secure attention to distress calls and messages. The radiotelegraph alarm signal, which is designed to actuate the radiotelegraph auto alarms of vessels so fitted, consists of a series of twelve dashes, sent in 1 minute, the duration of each dash being 4 seconds, and the duration of the interval between 2 consecutive dashes being 1 second. The radiotelephone alarm signal consists of 2 tones transmitted alternately over periods of from 30 seconds to 1 minute. " (b) The use of any of the foregoing signals, except for the purpose of indicating that a vessel or seaplane is in distress, and the use of any signals which may be confused with any of the above signals, is prohibited. " A N N E X TO THE RULES "RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE USE OF RADAR INFORMATION AS AN AID TO AVOIDING COIXISIONS AT SEA

"(1) Assumptions made on scanty information may be dangerous and should be avoided. "(2) A vessel navigating with the aid of radar in restricted visibility must, in compliance with Rule 16(a), go at a moderate speed. Information obtained from the use of radar is one of the circumstances to be taken into account when determining moderate speed. In this regard it must be recognised that small vessels, small icebergs and similar floating objects may not be detected by radar. Radar indications of one or more vessels in the vicinity may mean that "moderate speed"

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should be slower than a mariner without radar might consider moderate in the circumstances. "(3) When navigating in restricted visibility the radar range and bearing alone do not constitute ascertainment of the position of the other vessel under Rule 16(b) sufficiently to relieve a vessel of the duty to stop her engines and navigate with caution when a fog signal is heard forward of the beam, "(4) When action has been taken under Rule 16(c) to avoid a close quarters situation, it is essential to make sure that such action is having the desired effect. Alterations of course or speed or both are matters as to which the mariner must be guided by the circumstances of the case. "(5) Alteration of course alone may be the most effective action to avoid close quarters provided that— "(a) There is sufficient sea room, "^b) It is made in good time. "(c) It is substantial. A succession of small alterations of course should be avoided. "(d) It does not result in a close quarters situation with other vessels. " (6) The direction of an alteration of course is a matter in which the mariner must be guided by the circumstances of the case. An alteration to starboard, particularly when vessels are approaching apparently on opposite or nearly opposite courses, is generally preferable to an alteration to port. "(7) An alteration of speed, either alone or in conjunction with an alteration of course, should be substantial. A number of small alterations of speed should be avoided. "(8) If a close quarters situation is imminent, the most prudent action may be to take all way off the vessel." Proclamation 3633 LAW DAY, U.S.A., 1965 January 7, 1965

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

The Congress of the United States has set aside the first day of May of each year as Law Day, U.S.A., an occasion for the American people to rededicate themselves to our Nation's ideals of equality and justice under law and to our responsibilities as free men. There is a timely need for such rededication. The Nation's efforts to advance freedom and individual opportunity, to curb lawlessness, and to achieve equal justice for all citizens are urgent concerns of every American. Law Day, U.S.A., reminds us of the fundamental truth that our very lives, our liberty, and our rights to pursue our individual destinies are dependent upon our system of law and independent courts. Obedience to the laws which protect these rights is the heart of our system. Disrespect for law, intolerance, and public apathy concerning law enforcement are enemies of justice and freedom. The observance of Law Day, U.S.A., on May 1, 1965, with the theme, "Uphold the Law—A Citizen's First Duty," will serve to focus attention on the fact that every citizen can help strengthen our national commitment to the rule of law. Every American can contribute to an orderly, lawful society by personal compliance with the laws, by recognizing the rights of others, by teaching respect for law in the home, by supporting and aiding the agencies of law enforcement, and by serving on a jury or giving testimony in court when called.

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Law Day, U.S.A., is an appropriate occasion for each of us to commit himself to the fulfillment of these responsibilities of citizenship. NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby request that the people of our land observe Saturday, May 1, 1965, with suitable programs and ceremonies, as Law Day, U.S.A. I urge that schools, churches, civic and service organizations, public bodies, courts, the legal profession, and the media of information participate in this educational and patriotic undertaking. I call upon public officials to display the Nation's flag on public buildings on that day as requested by the Congress. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this seventh day of January in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five [SEAL] and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

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Proclamation 3634 AMERICAN HEART MONTH, 1965 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS in the year 1965 heart disease—ailments of the heart and blood vessels—is expected to take a toll of more than one million lives, and year by year continues to be responsible for over half of all the deaths in the United States; and WHEREAS an estimated 14.6 million Americans are suffering from heart disease and another 13 million are believed to be suffering from it; and WHEREAS that suffering constitutes an indescribable burden of human misery and results in a staggering loss of billions of dollars to our economy; and WHEREAS the recent sweep of scientific progress has brought significant new cardiovascular knowledge in the past few years and promises to produce even greater gains in the foreseeable future; and WHEREAS other advances are being made in combating cardiovascular diseases through programs of education of the public, training for the health professions, and community services for patients— programs that hasten the benefits of research to suffering humanity; and WHEREAS these essential and forward-looking programs are in the main the result of a national partnership of the American Heart Association and its Federal allies, especially the National Heart Institute and the Heart Disease Control Program of the Public Health Service, Department of Health, Education, and Welfare; and

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WHEREAS joined with them in this partnership are the Nation's many resources for health and, most importantly, the people and their physicians; and WHEREAS the recent development of the recommendations of the President's Commission on Heart Disease, Cancer, and Stroke shows that we stand at the threshold of an historic breakthrough; and WHEREAS, with these and other guideposts and goals of this new year, we can and we must begin an immediate, concerted, and revitalized drive on our Nation's leading killer—heart disease; and WHEREAS it is both urgent and indispensable that all of our people become aware of the vast problem of heart disease and of what IS being done and can be done about it, and that every citizen join the endeavor as a member of the health forces of the Nation to help speed the conquest of heart disease; and WHEREAS the Congress, by a joint resolution approved December 30, 1963 (Y7 Stat. 843), requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating February as American Heart Month: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of February 1965 as American Heart Month; and I invite the governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to issue similar proclamations. I urge the people of the United States to give heed to the nationwide problem of the heart and blood vessel diseases, and to support the programs required to bring about its solution. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this 28th day of January in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of the [SEAL] Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: GEORGE W. BALL,

Acting Secretary of State. Proclamation 3635 NATIONAL POISON PREVENTION WEEK, 1965 January 28, 1965

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Most of our medicines and common household products, when used as intended or directed, contribute to the health and well-being of the American people. The improper labeling, handling, storage, and disposal of such medicines and products, however, may result in serious injury or death by accidental poisoning. Each year thousands of children, too young to make distinctions, are the victims of such accidental poisonings. Adults, and others responsible for child care, can reduce or eliminate these hazards by exercising greater care in the use, handling, and disposal of these potentially harmful products.

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To aid in encouraging the American people to learn of the dangers of accidental poisoning and to take such preventive measures as are warranted, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved September 26, 1961 (75 Stat. 681), requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the third week in March as National Poison Prevention Week: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning March 14, 1965, as National Poison Prevention Week. I direct the appropriate agencies of the Federal Government, and I invite State and local governments and organizations interested in child safety, to participate actively in programs designed to promote better protection against accidental poisonings. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this 28th day of January in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth.

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Proclamation 3636 RED CROSS MONTH, 1965 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS the American National Red Cross is recognized by the Congress of the United States as the agency authorized to provide voluntary relief to our servicemen and their families and to serve as the medium of communication between the people of the United States and their Armed Forces; and WHEREAS for more than eighty-four years the American Red Cross has served the Government of the United States in periods of national emergency, war, and peace as a voluntary aid in matters affecting the welfare of all the American people; and WHEREAS the national programs and community services of the American Red Cross, including Disaster Relief operations, the Blood Program, Nursing Services, First Aid, Water Safety, and others, contribute to the general good and must be maintained at maximum efficiency; and WHEREAS these essential programs and services are made possible through the voluntary support and cooperation of 43,500,000 members and volunteers in 3,500 Red Cross chapters across the Nation; and WHEREAS the American National Red Cross, as a member of the League of Red Cross Societies and in full cooperation with the League, participates in the international relief programs, providing food, clothing, medical care, assistance, and hope to the peoples affected by war, pestilence, civil conflict, and disaster; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Geneva Conventions, the American Red Cross, in cooperation with its sister societies and the

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International Committee of the Red Cross, has furnished voluntary aid to the sick and wounded of armies in time of war and has protected prisoners of war; and WHEREAS the United States of America, as an adherent to the Red Cross Treaty of Geneva, is itself a member of the International Red Cross family of nations: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America and Honorary Chairman of the American National Red Cross, do hereby designate March 1965 as Red Cross Month; and I urgently request every American to honor the American Red Cross, to his fullest capacity, by participating in and supporting its programs. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this 28th day of January in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: GEORGE W. BALL,

Acting Secretary

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Proclamation 3637 IMMIGRATION QUOTAS February 5, 1965

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A Proclamation WHEREAS under the provisions of Section 202(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, each independent country, self-governing dominion, mandated territory, and territory under the international trusteeship system of the United Nations, other than independent countries of North, Central, and South America, is entitled to be treated as a separate quota area when approved by the Secretary of State; and WHEREAS under the provisions of Section 201(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Attorney General, jointly, are required to determine the annual quota of any quota area established pursuant to the provisions of Section 202(a) of the said Act, and to report to the President the quota of each quota area so determined; and WHEREAS under the provisions of Section 202(e) of the said Act, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Attorney General, jointly, are required to revise the quotas, whenever necessary, to provide for any political changes requiring a change in the list of quota areas; and WHEREAS on September 21, 1964, the former British dependency of Malta was granted independence by the Government of the United Kingdom; and WHEREAS on October 24, 1964, the former British Protectorate of Northern Rhodesia was granted independence by the Government of the United Kingdom and became the Republic of Zambia; and

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WHEREAS the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Attorney General have jointly determined and reported to me the immigration quotas hereinafter set forth: NOW, TJHEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, acting under and by virtue of the authority vested in me by the aforesaid Act of Congress, do hereby proclaim and make known that the annual immigration quotas of the quota areas hereinafter designated have been determined in accordance with the law to be, and shall be, as follows: Quota area: Quota Malta 100 Zambia 100 The establishment of an immigration quota for any quota area is solely for the purpose of compliance with the pertinent provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act and is not to be considered as g^js^c^im* having any significance extraneous to such purpose. note. Proclamation No. 3298 of June 3, 1959, as amended, entitled "Im73 C59. migration Quotas," is further amended by the addition of the quotas 8 uStat. 1151 se for Malta and the Republic of Zambia. note I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this fifth day of February in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of the [SEAL] Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: GEORGE W. BALL,

Acting /Secretary of /State. Proclamation 3638 NATIONAL DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION DAY AND NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION WEEK, 1965 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

February 24.^1965

WHEREAS our transportation system is a vital network which spans a continent, helps keep the wheels of commerce and industry turning, and makes us the most mobile society in the history of the world; and WHEREAS not only our commercial and economic and personal lives, but also the very defense of the Nation, are dependent upon modern and efficient transportation; and WHEREAS the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 22 of May 16, 1957 (71 Stat. 30), has requested the President to proclaim annually ^6 USC leo. the third Friday of May of each year as National Defense Transportation Day, and by House Joint Resolution 628 of May 14, 1962 (76 Stat. 69), has requested the President to proclaim annually the week ^^ ^^^ ^^^• of May in which that Friday falls as National Transportation Week, as a tribute to the men and women who, working night and day, move the goods and people throughout our land: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Friday, May 21, 1965, as National Defense Transportation Day, and the week beginning May 16, 1965, as National Transportation Week; and I urge our people to participate, with representatives of the transportation in-

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dustry, our armed services and other governmental agencies, in the observance of these occasions through appropriate ceremonies. I also invite the Governors of the States to provide for the observance of National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week in a way that will give the citizens of each community the opportunity to recognize and appreciate fully the vital role our great and modern transportation system plays in their daily lives and m the defense of our Nation. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this 24th day of February in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and [SEAL] of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

of State.

Proclamation 3639 February 24, 1965

NATIONAL FARM SAFETY WEEK, 1965 gy,he President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Hundreds of thousands of volunteer leaders and members of rural organizations are working actively in safety programs across the Nation. They are helping to reduce accidents among farm people. Still, accidents claim the lives of thousands of farm residents, and nearly 800,000 more are disabled each year. This tragic and needless waste of human and economic resources is detrimental to the well-being of the entire Nation. I therefore view farm safety as a matter of vital national concern. I commend the public-spirited men and women responsible for rural safety programs in the past. Their efforts must continue to get public recognition and support. Now I urge vigorous new efforts to eradicate the hazards that cause farm and rural accidents, and to promote continued public awareness of safety practices. This should be the objective of National Farm Safety Week, 1965. NOW THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby call on the people of the Nation to observe the week beginning July 25, 1965, as National Farm Safety Week. I urge all farm families, and all people and organizations allied with agriculture, to engage in a united effort to reduce accidents at work, in homes, at recreation, and on our Nation's highw^ays and roads. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this 24th day of February in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and [SEAL] of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

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Proclamation 3640 SAVE YOUR VISION WEEK, 1965 By the President of the United States of America

February 24. 1965

A Proclamation

WHEREAS preservation of vision is of the utmost importance to each individual and to the Nation as a whole; and WHEREAS cataracts, glaucoma, and other chronic diseases continue to be the major causes of visual impairments and blindness; and WHEREAS both children and adults are frequently threatened with blindness because visual abnormalities which were present at birth go undetected until irreversible vision loss has occurred; and WHEREAS blindness or serious visual loss is often preventable through early eye examinations of preschool age and school age children and through the early detection of visual deficiencies among the chronically ill and aging; and WHEREAS effective vision preservation will be achieved only if all our people are aware of the need for proper vision care, and take advantage of all means available to them to conserve their sight; and WHEREAS the Congress, by a joint resolution approved December 30, 1963 (77 Stat. 629), has requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the first week in March of each year as Save Your Vision Week: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1965, as Save Your Vision Week; and I invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to issue similar proclamations. I also call upon the communications media, the medical and health care professions, and all other agencies concerned with programs for the improvement and preservation of vision to unite in public activities to impress upon the people of the United States the importance of vision to their own welfare and that of our country, and to urge their participation in programs to improve and protect the vision of our people. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this 24th day of February in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

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PROCLAMATION 3641-MAR. 1, 1965

[79 STAT.

Proclamation 3641 March 1, 1965

PAN AMERICAN DAY AND PAN AMERICAN WEEK, 1965 gy jhg President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS April 14, 1965, will mark the seventy-fifth anniversary of the inter-American system freely established by the American Republics and known as the Organization of American States; and WHEREAS the United States and the other American Republics have been neighbors for almost two hundred years, and are equal partners and sovereign states within the inter-American system; and WHEREAS, for decades, differences among members have been settled at conference tables, thus giving proof of the effectiveness of the inter-American system; and WHEREAS the peoples of the United States consider themselves partners of the peoples of Latin America, sharing with them not only a common continent but a mutual and abiding aspiration for the achievement of a good and full life for every citizen of the Americas; and WHEREAS the nations of the Hemisphere are embarked, through the Alliance for Progress, in a relentless pursuit of a better life and a quest for the social justice and human rights to which all the peoples of the Hemisphere are entitled: NOW;, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of

the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Wednesday, April 14, 1965, as P a n American Day, and the week beginning April 18 and ending April 24 as P a n American Week; and I call upon the Governors of the fifty States of the Union, the Governor of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and appropriate officials of all other areas under the United States flag to issue similar proclamations. The citizens of the free and independent republics of the Hemisphere are a great society of nations, built on ideals of freedom and a tradition of cooperation and friendship. They are united in a mutual effort to root out the ills and injustices that mar our progress, and to enrich and elevate the lives of all our citizens. The interAmerican system is the cornerstone of this edifice; I urge all my fellow countrymen individually, and collectively through interested organizations, to reaffirm their faith in the Organization of American States on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary. I call upon this Nation to rededicate itself during this period to the ideals of the inter-American system as embodied in the Charter of the Organization of American States, and to the goals of economic and social progress of the Charter of Punta del Este which are so firmly based on our common belief in the dignity of men and on our faith in freedom. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this first day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of the Inde[SEAL] pendence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary of State.

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Proclamation 3642 CANCER CONTROL MONTH, 1965 By the President of the United States of America

March 4, 1965

A Proclamation

WHEREAS the health of the American people is essential to our national strength and well-being; and WHEREAS a Presidential Commission on Heart Disease, Cancer, and Stroke has given intensive study to the problem of the control of these diseases; and WHEREAS the Congress now has under consideration a broad program of research and demonstration aimed at combatting cancer and other such major diseases, through the strengthening of all of our medical resources; and WHEREAS the encouraging progress already made against leukemia and other forms of cancer deserves official recognition, and the scientists, physicians, and official and voluntary agencies devoted to the control of malignant disease in all its forms merit grateful commendation; and WHEREAS the Congress, by House Joint Resolution 468, approved March 28, 1938 (52 Stat. 148), requested the President to issue annually a proclamation setting apart the month of April as Cancer Control Month: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of April 1965 as Cancer Control Month; and I invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to issue similar proclamations. I also ask the medical and allied health professions, the communications industries, and all other interested persons and groups to unite during the appointed month in public reaffirmation of this Nation's efforts to control cancer. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this fourth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

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Secretary

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PROCLAMATION 3643-MAR. 11, 1965

[79 STAT.

Proclamation 3643 March 11, 1965

36 USC 162.

LOYALTY DAY, 1965 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation "We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

With these words our forefathers proclaimed a revolutionary concept of human rights—a concept that permeates our Constitution and our democratic form of government. Less than a century later President Lincoln spoke of the United States as "this government of the people, by the people, and for the people." Our Nation's rise to its unequaled position of prosperity and power was no accident of fate—nor was it achieved without costly struggle. Rather, the United States flourished because her people were so dedicated to free government that they were willing to sacrifice their lives and fortunes, at home or abroad, to preserve our democratic institutions. The roll of our honored dead attests to the courage of our people. This loyalty of our people—their unswerving devotion to our Nation and its Constitution—has rewarded us with a heritage of freedom never before achieved by any civilization. We must cherish that heritage and fulfill our sacred trust to enrich and preserve it for our children, and our children's children. I n these times when misguided forces throughout the world publicly declare their intent to destroy our democratic way of life, we affirm again our eternal hostility to tyranny and oppression wherever it exists. Once more we proclaim our loyalty to the United States, our determination to preserve freedom, justice, equality, and human dignity in this land, and our resolution to assure those blessings for all who yearn to be free. I n recognition of this obligation, the Congress by a joint resolution of July 18, 1958 (72 Stat. 369), designated May 1 of each year as Loyalty Day and requested the President to issue a proclamation inviting the people of the United States to observe each such day with appropriate ceremonies. NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America do call upon the people of the United States, and upon all patriotic, civic, and educational organizations to observe Saturday, May 1, 1965, as Loyalty Day, with appropriate ceremonies in which all of us may join in a reaffirmation of our loyalty to the United States of America. I also call upon appropriate officials of the Government to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on that day as a manifestation of our loyalty to the Nation which that flag symbolizes. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this eleventh day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary of State.

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Proclamation 3644 GODDARD DAY By the President of the United States of America

March 12, 1965

A Proclamation

WHEREAS on March 16, 1926, Dr. Robert Hutchings Goddard successfully launched the world's first liquid-fuel rocket at Auburn, Massachusetts; and WHEREAS this achievement, as well as Dr. Goddard's other pioneering achievements in the theory, construction, and testing of rockets, established a foundation for the development of modern rocketry and made possible the exploration of space; and WHEREAS it is appropriate that the great scientific accomplishments of Dr. Goddard should be remembered and that they should be memorialized on the anniversary of his success; and WHEREAS the Congress, by an Act approved March 12, 1965, has designated March 16, 1965, as Goddard Day and has requested the President to issue a proclamation calling upon officials of the Government and the public to participate in ceremonies, meetings, and other activities held in observance of Goddard Day: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby call upon officials of the Government, and the people of the United States, to observe March 16, 1965, with ceremonies and activities designed to commemorate the achievements of Dr. Robert H. Goddard. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this twelfth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth.

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LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary of State.

Proclamation 3645 PROVIDING FEDERAL ASSISTANCE IN THE STATE OF ALABAMA By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS, On March 17, 1965, the United States District Court for the middle district of Alabama entered an order in the case of Williams et al.. Plaintiffs, United States of America, Plaintiff-Intervenor v. Wallace et al.. Defendants, Civil Action No. 2181-N, approving an exercise by the Plaintiffs and the members of the class they represent of their right to march along United States Highway 80 from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, commencing in Selma, Alabama, not earlier than Friday, March 19, 1965, and not later than Monday, March 22, 1965, and terminating in Montgomery, Alabama, within five days from commencement; and WHEREAS, in relation to such judicial order and march the Governor of the State of Alabama has advised me that the state is unable

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and refuses to provide for the safety and welfare, among others, of the plaintiffs and the members of the class they represent; and WHEREAS, as a consequence of such inability and refusal of the State of Alabama, and by reason of recent events in and about Selma and Montgomery, Alabama, there is a substantial likelihood that domestic violence may occur in connection with such march, with the consequence of obstructing the execution and enforcement of the laws of the United States, including the aforesaid judicial order: NOW, THEREFORE, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, under and by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, including Chapter 15 of Title 10 of the United States Code, particularly Sections 332^ 333^ and 334 thereof, do command all persons engaged or who may engage in such domestic violence obstructing the execution and enforcement of the laws to cease and desist therefrom and to disperse and retire peaceably forthwith. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the United States of America to be affixed. Done at Johnson City, Texas, this twentieth day of March in the Year of our Lord Nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of the [SEAL] Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

March 20, 1965 1:28 a.m. By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

of

State. Proclamation 3646

NATIONAL MARITIME DAY, 1965 March 24, 1965

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

International commerce and the ships which make it possible have contributed immeasurably to America's greatness. The sea and ships are an integral part of this country's past, present, and future. In war and peace merchant ships and merchant seamen have served us well. The forms of ships may change—from the tiny sailing ship Mayflower^ to the nuclear ship Savannah and the automated liners of tomorrow—but their purpose remains the same: to carry people and goods between nations in peaceful commerce or, if need be, to carry the men and equipment needed to protect our interests and our friends overseas. We must be ever mindful of the state of our merchant fleet. A balanced, economical, and efficient merchant fleet, manned by welltrained and skilled seamen, is a vital national resource. The imEortance of American merchant seapower is underscored by our urgeoning trade, and the increasing demands for ocean transportation that result. The creation and maintenance of a strong and competitive fleet to meet these demands is a complex task requiring the best efforts of government, management, and labor. I take particular pleasure in noting that this year marks the fifteenth anniversary of the establishment of the Maritime Administration in

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the Department of Commerce. That agency has the responsibility for insuring that the United States possesses a merchant marine adequate to meet our economic and military requirements for an American-flag merchant marine. I t has served us well. That the American people might be constantly reminded of the importance of the merchant marine in our national life, the Congress in 1933 designated May 22 of each year as National Maritime Day and ^^ ^*|^- ^''• requested the President to issue a proclamation annually calling for the 36 USC 145. observance of that day. On that day in 1819 the SS Savannah set forth for the first transoceanic voyage of any steamship. Maritime Day should serve to remind all Americans that the maintenance of our merchant marine cannot be left to the Government alone, and that our fleet must ultimately be supported by Americans who ship their cargo on American ships. NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby urge the people of the United States to honor our American Merchant Marine on Saturday, May 22, 1965, by displaying the flag of the United States at their homes and other suitable places, and I request that all ships sailing under the American flag dress ship on that day in tribute to the American Merchant Marine. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this twenty-fourth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and [SEAL] of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: 1)EAN R U S K,

Secretary of State. Proclamation 3647 WORLD TRADE WEEK, 1965 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS the vigorous growth of our reciprocal trade with nations around the world advances the attainment of a more abundant life for every American; and WHEREAS the continued expansion of the international exchange of the products of people's labors is mutually profitable to all trading nations and builds greater good will among them; and WHEREAS we are working together with other nations to enlarge the opportunities for global marketing, by both developed and developing countries, through reciprocal reduction of trade barriers in the Kennedy Round of multilateral trade negotiations; and WHEREAS more and more American businessmen are engaging in trade with overseas businessmen; and WHEREAS American export progress, serving as an inspiring illustration of the strength of our private enterprise, encourages businessmen throughout the United States to seek new opportunities in the world's growing markets; and 49-850 0-66-96

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WHEREAS American products, by their quality and variety, offer witness to the vigor and creativity of our economy in all parts of the world; and WHEREAS it is essential that we continue to expand our export trade, so that we may further improve our international balance of payments, accelerate the progress of our advancing American industry, and increase the employment of American workers: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning May 16, 1965, as World Trade Week; and I request the appropriate Federal, State, and local officials to cooperate in the observance of that week. I also urge business, labor, agricultural, educational, professional, and civic groups, as well as the people of the United States generally, to observe World Trade Week with gatherings, discussions, exhibits, ceremonies, and other appropriate activities designed to promote continuing awareness of the importance of world trade to our economy and our relations with other nations. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this twenty-fourth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, [SEAL] and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN RTJSK,

Secretary of State. Proclamation 3648 SMALL BUSINESS WEEK, 1965 March 24, 1965

By j ^ ^ President of the United States of America A Proclamation

WHEREAS small business has through our history contributed to our cherished system of free, competitive enterprise; and WHEREAS the Nation's 4.7 million small businesses: —include nine of every ten businesses that supply the needs and wants of the American people; —provide more than a third of the Nation's goods and services; —contribute significantly to the well-being of our citizens, to the defense of freedom, and to the exploration of new scientific frontiers; and WHEREAS small business concerns, by continuing to grow in number and strength, will provide additional jobs needed by a growing Nation; and WHEREAS small business holds open the door of opportunity for men and women of all races and creeds; and WHEREAS small business is a source of new ideas, new methods, and new products which enrich the lives of our citizens and stimulate our economic growth; and

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WHEREAS small businessmen are leaders in the business and civic affairs of their communities, and will continue to play a leading role in community-wide action to eliminate poverty wherever it exists; NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning May 23, 1965, as Small Business Week; and I call upon chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and other public and private organizations to participate in ceremonies recognizing the contribution of small business to our goal of a better and more productive life for all our people. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this twenty-fourth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and [SEAL] of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

of

State. Proclamation 3649

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK By the President of the United States of America

March 29, 1965

A Proclamation

We have long been accustomed to the enrichment of our lives by photography. Photography gives us remembrances of our loved ones, records of today's events as they become tomorrow's history, and art forms which enrich our culture. Familiar, too, is photography's contribution in the laboratory, the hospital, and the classroom. I n all of these traditional areas, the work of professional photographers has been recognized and accepted. Less well known, however, is the contribution of professional photography to our country's economy. More than 150,000 men and women are engaged in professional photography. I n industry and commerce, professional photography makes an increasingly important contribution to product design, research, manufacture, the promotion of safety, and the marketing of products. On our farms, in our courts, and in the world of nature, professional photography has increased our knowledge and our understanding. With the broadening of man's horizons through recent scientific achievements, we are coming to a fuller realization of the importance of photography. Professional photography plays a vital part in scientific advances as we search into the little known world of outer space and delve farther into the ocean's depths. As a tribute to the professional photographer and in recognition of the importance of professional photography in our life today and in America's future, the Congress by a joint resolution approved March 29, 1965, has requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the week beginning May 2 through May 8, 1965, as Professional Photography Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of May

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[79 STAT.

2 through May 8, 1965, as Professional Photography Week, and I call upon the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this twenty-ninth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and [SEAL] of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary of State.

Proclamation 3650 March 29, 1965

BENNETT PLACE COMMEMORATION gy j,, ^ President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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The true unity of our Nation is more than a union of States. I t is a unity of spirit, of human hearts, and aspirations and hopes. I t is not static but is ever growing, for its work is never done. The true spirit of American unity is one of challenge, of new goals to be sought and won. I t is the spirit of ceaseless striving by all of us—by Americans of every generation—to attain those great common purposes that spring from our rich and marvelous diversity and yet transcend it. A moving and poignant example of this spirit occurred nearly one hundred years ago in the peace negotiations between General William T. Sherman and General Joseph E. Johnston, held at the Bennett Place, near the City of Durham, North Carolina. Those opposing generals sought more than a mere cessation of hostilities, more than a reunion of States. They looked to the future. They sought a peace for a reunited people, a peace that would be nationwide in scope, permanent in duration, and based on mutual understanding, fraternal affection, and concord of purpose. By a joint resolution approved March 29, 1965, the Congress of the United States has requested the President to issue a proclamation reminding the American people of the spirit of national unity that is symbolized by the Bennett Place, near the City of Durham, North Carolina, and of commemorative ceremonies to be held there by the Governor and people of the State of North Carolina on April 25, 1965. NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, President of the United States of America, hereby call upon the American people to remember and to reflect upon that spirit of national unity; and I urge those who can do so to attend the centennial ceremonies to be held at the Bennett Place, near the City of Durham, North Carolina, on April 25, 1965, pursuant to the cordial invitation of the Governor and people of that State. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed.

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DONE at the City of Washington this 29th day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of the [SEAL] Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN R U S K,

Secretary

of State. Proclamation 3651

NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK, 1965 By the President of the United States of America

Apni 2, 1955

A Proclamation

WHEREAS many millions of Americans have the opportunity in this great Nation to enjoy the healthful sport of boating in their leisure hours; and WHEREAS the importance of boating safety should be impressed upon every individual who pursues this outdoor pastime so that the useless waste of lives and property may be avoided; and WHEREAS a continued awareness by the public of the need for safety on the waterways can only be assured by recurring emphasis by the boating industry, boating organizations. Federal and State agencies, and boating enthusiasts on the critical necessity for compliance with safe boating principles; and WHEREAS the Congress of the United States, in seeking to focus national attention on the importance of safe boating practices, by a joint resolution, approved June 4, 1958 (72 Stat. 179), has requested the President to proclaim annually the week which includes July Fourth as National Safe Boating Week: NOW, THEREFORE, I, LYNDON B. JOHNSON, P R E S I D E N T O F THE UNITED STATES O F AMERICA, do hereby designate the week beginning July 4, 1965, as National Safe Boating Week. I strongly urge all Americans to do their utmost during this Week and throughout the year to unite in the pursuit of making boating one of the safest and most enjoyable of all recreational activities. I also invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States of America to join in this observance in order to provide impetus in stressing recreational boating safety during the Week and the entire year.I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. D O N E at the City of Washington this second day of April in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-five, and of [SEAL] the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. LYNDON B. JOHNSON

By the President: DEAN RUSK,

Secretary

of

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