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Congress authorized this poison prevention campaign in a joint resolution of September 26, 1961 (75 Stat. 681), and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the third week in March as National Poison Prevention Week. Hopefully, as year-round preventive activities are increased even more lives may be saved and serious injuries averted. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning March 16, 1969, as National Poison Prevention Week. I direct the appropriate agencies of the Federal Government, and I invite State and local governments and organizations, to participate actively in programs designed to promote better protection against accidental poisonings, particularly as they relate to young children. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

Proclamation 3894 February 20, 1969

RED CROSS MONTH, 1969 g / the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

For more than a century, men and women of good will have recognized one symbol as being representative of human compassion. That symbol, revered throughout the world, is a banner bearing a red cross on a field of white. Under it, citizens of all nations strive to bring aid and comfort to the stricken, to heal the sick, and to serve those in distress. As a member of that world fraternity, our American Red Cross helps each of us to help our fellow man. Through its concern and aid for members of our Armed Forces in 30 countries around the globe, the Red Cross last year gave help to great numbers of servicemen and their families. Each year, the Red Cross brings emergency aid and long-range assistance to victims of major catastrophies, and help to sufferers of thousands of local disasters. For the past several years it has been intensifying its efforts to involve all segments of society in the great work of volunteering to help others. Every day thousands of hospitals and physicians look to the Red Cross to provide life-saving blood and blood products for their patients. Nearly fifty percent of all the blood used in this country comes from this source. Each year millions of Americans of all ages participate in Red Cross classes, learning the skills of first aid, home care of the sick and injured, swimming and lifesaving. More than two million trained volunteers devote their time and abilities to working with patients in military and civilian hospitals, clinics, and homes for the aged, with youth, and in community programs seeking to meet the needs of disadvantaged people.

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To continue its mission, the American Eed Cross must rely upon us, the people of America, from whom it receives its sole support. I n March 1969, the Eed Cross will ask for our help. We owe it to our communities and our country to respond generously to that appeal. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, and Honorary Chairman of the American National Red Cross, do hereby designate March 1969 as Red Cross Month. I urge all Americans to maintain the strength of the Red Cross by volunteering their time when they can, and by contributing as generously as they can. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^/i^JL^^I^.:/^ Proclamation 3895 SAVE YOUR VISION WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Eyes are too precious to neglect, and every individual or family should take every precaution to protect the gift of sight. If detected and treated early, most disorders that might reduce vision or cause blindness can be stopped before the eyes are seriously damaged. Periodic examinations will reveal such disorders, and I urge every adult who has not had an eye examination in the past two years to arrange for such an examination promptly. A re-examination should be had at the first indication of visual defect or impairment. Other preventive measures can be taken to protect sight. Proper illumination in the home and at work is essential. And, with a little forethought and caution, accidents to the eyes can be avoided—for example, by wearing protective glasses or safety goggles when engaged in hazardous sport or work, and by shielding the eyes from strong sunlight or harmful radiation in any form. Where there are children, special precautions must be taken: making eye examinations a routine part of health care; immunizing against diseases, such as measles, which affect sight; teaching children to care for their eyes as they are taught to care for their teeth; and eliminating hazardous substances, tools, or toys which may cause eye injuries. Effective preservation of vision requires not only individual and family responsibility but also an active interest by all citizens in the community's efforts to bring better eye care to all who need it—to the children in the schools, and to the men and women laboring on the farms and in the factories. We must encourage and support medical research to find the causes and cures of visual disorders; support those groups which help the visually handicapped to obtain medical care, education, and rehabilitation so that the^ may live independent and significant lives; and support such organizations as Eye Banks which encourage the pledging of one's eyes for the future good. To make our people more fully aware of the importance of sightSaving, the Congress by a joint resolution approved December 30, 1963

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(77 Stat. 629), requested the President to proclaim the first week in March of each year as Save Your Vision Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week of March 2, 1969, as Save Your Vision Week; and I call upon all our citizens to join in this observance. During this week every xlmerican should make certain that he is not only taking positive action to protect his own precious gift of sight, but also is giving thought to his responsibility for the conservation of sight among his family and his fellow countrymen. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of February, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK 1969 Ry fhe President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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I n a time of unprecedented opportunity for leisure-time activities, more and more Americans are discovering the benefits of boating. The ever-increasing traffic on the waterways has made it imperative that all boatmen observe the basic rules of boating safety. Common sense and courtesy are the two foundations of boating safety. An overloaded boat, failure to heed weather warnings or the taking of other unnecessary risks can, and too often do, lead to boating tragedy. If each boatman takes simple precautions, understands the capabilities of his craft, and exercises ordinary good judgment, tragic losses can be avoided. Recognizing the need for emphasis on boating safety, the Congress, that the President proclaim annually the week which includes July 4 as National Safe Boating Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning June 29, 1969, as National Safe Boating Week. I urge the public to take advantage of educational courses in boating safety, and all those who use our waterways for boating to exercise courtesy and apply safe boating practices. I also invite the Governors of the states and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and appropriate officials of all other areas under the United States flag to provide for the observance of this week. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of March, in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.
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Proclamation 3897 NATIONAL FARM SAFETY WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

March 3, 1969

A Proclamation

American agriculture has advanced more in the past 50 years than in all our prior history. A third as many farmers are feeding twice as many Americans today as in 1920. I n addition, America is the world's largest exporter of agricultural products, and our abundance is a powerful force for world peace. Fundamental to this unparalleled achievement in food and fiber production have been the strong hands and management skills of our farm people. While their accomplishments have dramatically increased production, our farm people have suffered a tragic toll of accidents. Agriculture continues to rank third among our industries in accidental death rate. Thousands of farm residents are fatally injured every year and hundreds of thousands disabled. The dollar cost to the nation approaches $2 billion, but the cost in pain, grief, and suffering cannot be measured. This terrible waste demands our urgent attention. I t can be sharply reduced if everyone working in agriculture makes safety an integral part of management planning, a part of every job and every activity, both on and off the farm. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby call on the people of the nation to observe the week of July 20, 1969, as National Farm Safety Week. I urge all farm families, and those persons and groups serving or allied with agriculture, to use all possible means for minimizing accident losses at work, in homes, at recreation, and on public roads. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^/i^uU^K:/^ Proclamation 3898 LAW DAY, U.S.A., 1969 By the President of the United States of America

March 4, 1969

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The first day of May has been set aside by the Congress of the United States as L A W DAY, U.S.A. I t is a special day to be observed by the American people in appreciation of their liberties and national independence. I t is an occasion for rededication to the ideals of equality and justice under law. There was never a greater need for such rededication. Events of recent years—rising crime rates, urban rioting, and violent campus protests—have impeded rather than advanced social justice.

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PROCLAMATION 3899-MAR. 17, 1969

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We must reverse the upward trend of lawlessness in our land. We must bring forward in America our faith in ourselves and in our country and its future. We must move forward to a new era of peace and progress in which our great resources can be utilized to end poverty and injustice and to achieve greater opportunities for all Americans. Achievement of these goals does not depend upon the acts of government alone; it depends in substantial part upon the attitude and actions of each of us. We must recognize a clear duty to obey the laws, to respect the rights of others, to resolve controversies by lawful means, to become responsive and responsible citizens. Unequal justice is no justice at all, unenforced laws are worse than no laws at all; that is why equal justice under law is the bedrock of the American system. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby urge the people of the United States to observe Thursday, May 1, 1969, as Law T>3ij in the United States of America with appropriate public ceremonies and by the reaffirmation of their dedication to our form of government and the supremacy of law in our lives. I especially urge the legal profession, the schools and educational institutions, civic and service organizations, all media of public information, and the courts to take the lead in sponsoring and participating in appropriate observances throughout the Nation. And, as requested by the Congress, I direct the appropriate Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all public buildings on that day. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(yQ^A^-^lCy^ Proclamation 3899 SENIOR CITIZENS MONTH, 1969 March 17, 1969

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

There are today 20 million Americans who are 65 years of age or older. The older Americans in our midst have been pioneers and builders during a period of dramatic change and severe testing. They remind us of the moral values and personal qualities which have been the basis of our national achievements. Having learned to live with change and challenge, they offer us, now and for the future, a valuable resource of skill and of wisdom. We are grateful for scientific advances which have given us the longest life expectancy in the history of the world. But we must also be concerned with the quality of that longer life span. I t is therefore fitting that each year we designate one month in honor of older Americans. This is a special time to express our appreciation to older citizens for their services to the Nation, to recognize their potential for further contribution, and to consider whether we

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are doing all we can to assure their full participation in the adventures of our time and in the affluence of our society. The continuing theme for this special month is MEETING THE CHALLENGE OF THE LATER YEARS. This year, particular emphasis will be given to the concept of PARTNERSHIP in meeting that challenge: partnership among all levels of government, partnership with voluntary organizations, and partnership among Americans of all ages. In addition, the Federal Government's Administration on Aging, in cooperation with the National Safety Council, will conduct an action program on accident prevention and safety for the older generation. The concerns we express during this special month should also guide us throughout the year. For there is still much pioneering work to be done, work in which all age groups must join as full partners. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the month of May 1969 as Senior Citizens Month. I invite the Governors of all the States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the officers of the Federal, State, and local governments, the heads of voluntary and private groups, and all Americans everywhere to join in this observance. I ur^e them to find suitable means for expressing appreciation to older citizens, for encouraging their continued and expanded activity, and for meeting the special needs of the frail and the poor and the lonely among them. I especially invite the older citizens of this Nation to use this month as a time for reexamining the social role which they are playing and the conditions under which they live. And I ask them to share their conclusions and recommendations with their countrymen. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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America's transportation network is an example of democracy at work. Through the years the public and private sectors have joined hands and minds to plan, construct, maintain, and operate vast highway, air, water, rail, and pipeline transport systems. Today, more than one hundred million private vehicles travel on public ways. And tomorrow—probably within the few years remaining in this century—the total system will need to double today's capacity if it is to carry the projected numbers of people and volume of goods. Transportation makes all other industries possible. It takes grain to the mills, raw materials to the factories, finished products to the market; it must be designed to give our citizens the mobility they need. Our commerce and culture depend on a revitalized transportation

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industry to end congestion and delay and to prepare for the burgeoning demands of the future. To give public recognition to this great industry—to focus attention upon its contributions and the challenges it faces—the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 16, 1957 (71 Stat. 30), has requested the President to proclaim annually the third Friday of May of each year as National Defense Transportation Day, and by a joint resolution approved 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 night and day, move our goods and our people throughout the land and around the world. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Friday, May 16, 1969, as National Defense Transportation Day, and the week beginning May 11, 1969, as National Transportation Week. I urge our people to participate with representatives of the transportation industry, 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 lives and in the defense of the Nation. seventeenth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third. '' .9(r/-. ^c Hai^gd^H l i ^ h. - J " s.
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There is a clear interrelationship between America's economic health and that of the rest of the world. I t follows from this that the cause of stability and peace is served by the advancement of free-flowing world trade. The United States works closely with other nations to promote the expansion of trade on an equitable basis in the world market. Our national trade policy supports the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade and other international institutions that seek new ways to facilitate the fair exchange of goods between nations. By reducing barriers to trade the United States and its trading partners have contributed to the growth of the world economy. As we work toward freer trade, we recognize that our greatest strength lies in the traditional competitive urge of American business and labor. As their international efforts increase their earnings, the nation benefits from a strengthened dollar position and an improved balance of payments.

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Exports of United States merchandise rose to a record $34 billion in 1968, $3 billion more than in 1967. Imports of foreign products into the United States, attracted by vigorous domestic economic activity and rising consumer income, reached almost $33 billion, an increase of $6 billion. Since imports advanced much faster than exports, our trade surplus dropped $3 billion to a total of less than $1 billion. One lesson in this decline is especially important: We must intensify our efforts to contain inflationary pressures at home, helping make our exports more competitive; as our exports expand, we will restore a healthy trade surplus. Additional outlets are needed for the diversity and abundance of our industrial and agricultural production. We also must find ways to help less developed countries participate more fully in world trade. Enlarged markets for our goods and services speed the pace of our economic progress and advance the well-being of all our people. New markets abroad create new jobs at home; new avenues of world trade run parallel to new roads to world peace. Government in the past has helped American industry and agriculture to open up new markets abroad; today we are more willing and better prepared to help than ever before. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning May 18, 1969, as World Trade Week; and I request the appropriate Federal, State, and local officials to cooperate in the observance of that week. I 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 this eighteenth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

Proclamation 3902 NATIONAL MARITIME DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

The American Merchant Marine must project the Nation's economic strength throughout the world in peacetime and give mobility to our national defense in times of emergency. I t s vessels must enable us to compete effectively in international trade and to transport and supply our Armed Forces in defense of freedom. Through the cooperation of business, labor, and Government, and with prudent use of advancing technology, the American Merchant Marine must become capable of providing modern, productive service to the Nation's commerce as an integral part of transportation.

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A strong and profitable merchant fleet is vital to America's economic welfare and defense capability. The American flag on merchant vessels on the high seas and in foreign ports is a symbol of our Nation's dedication to peaceful trade throughout the world. To remind Americans of the important role the Merchant Marine plays in our national life, the Congress in 1933 designated the anniversary of the first transatlantic voyage by a steamship, the S S Savannah, ^^ M.2iy 22, 1819, as National Maritime Day, and requested the President to issue a proclamation annually in observance of that day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby urge the people of the United States to honor our American Merchant Marine on May 22, 1969, 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 this eighteenth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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CANCER CONTROL MONTH, 1969 g^ ^^^ President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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Cancer is the second greatest cause of death in the United States. And the death rate from this terrible disease is still rising. In the past 25 years we have made progress in early diagnosis of certain types of cancer. Greater drug treatment has increased a victim's chances of survival. While these medical advances are encouraging, it is evident that only the full-hearted commitment by all Americans to support the splendid efforts of our scientists, physicians, health administrators and volunteers will arrest this disease. In recognition of the urgency of the cancer problem, the Congress, by a joint resolution of March 28, 1938 (52 Stat. 148), requested the President to issue annually a proclamation setting aside the month of April as Cancer Control Month. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of April 1969 as Cancer Control Month, and I invite the Governors of the States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and appropriate officials of all other areas under the United States flag 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 this twenty-fifth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred

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and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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March 26, 1969

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At the founding of our Republic, the signers of the Declaration of Independence pledged their mutual trust and sacred honor to the common ideals of freedom and equality that have brought greatness to our Nation. Loyalty to our country and its flag must rest on understanding of our great national values which they have represented—individual freedom under the law, equality of opportunity in all walks of life, justice and protection of the law for all. Each of us has an obligation to fulfill these ideals and to preserve them for our children and for succeeding generations. I t is the function of government in a democracy to provide an orderly framework through which together we can all work constructively toward redeeming the enduring promise of our forefathers' faith. This can be achieved only with the unity and determination of our people. For freedom, justice, and equality are not ideals forever secure, once won. They require our unswerving devotion and our continued vigilance. I n recognition of the heritage of American freedom, the Congress by a joint resolution of July 18, 1958, 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 such day with appropriate ceremonies. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, 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 Thursday, May 1, 1969, as Loyalty Day, with appropriate ceremonies in which all of us may join m 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 this twenty-sixth day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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Proclamation 3905 SMALL BUSINESS WEEK, 1969 March 27, 1969

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

From its beginnings this Nation has honored the common man and has given him unprecedented freedom. I t has drawn its strength, in turn, from the determination of the common citizen to use that freedom in his own unique way—from his capacity to be uncommon. I t was over three centuries ago that small bands of free men laid the foundations of our economic and political system. But the spirit which characterized their efforts is still the essence of the American character. The small businessmen of America best manifest this tradition of individual enterprise. The American economy has grown affluent beyond the visions of our forefathers. Yet a very important part of it is still represented by the self-owned business: the little shop, the small factory, the family enterprise. They encompass all creeds and races; they exercise their imaginations and pursue their aspirations in a wide variety of enterprises. They provide goods and services of the highest quality; they offer employment opportunities to millions. Their prosperity is fundamental to our economic well-being. We should recognize, however, that the continued vitality of small business is a matter of political and social concern; a society which encourages free competition cannot easily be subjected to arbitrary control from the top. And a society which opens constructive business opportunities to all of its citizens can liberate and uplift the isolated minorities at the bottom. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning May 11, 1969, as Small Business Week. I encourage chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and other public and private organizations to observe this week by recognizing the contributions which small business enterprises have made to our national development. I urge them to find appropriate means for paying tribute to the accomplishments of small business, and I trust they will encourage small busmessmen to achieve new successes in the future. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of March, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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March 28, 1969

THE TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION gy the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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of their peoples, signed the North Atlantic Treaty. In later years, ^3 Stat. 2241. Greece, Turkey, and the Federal Republic of Germany became parties to that agreement and members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, which was established to effect the Treaty's goals. For twenty years, NATO has furthered the cause of Atlantic unity by achieving a spirit of solidarity on many common military, political, and economic problems. By promoting international security through collective defense arrangements and by fostering cooperation in the political realm, NATO has contributed to unprecedented peace and prosperity for all the peoples of the Treaty area. I t has provided a stabilizing influence during times of crisis and has been a vigilant guardian in the face of threats to world peace. A t the same time, NATO has steadfastly pursued the quest for improved relations between East and West, dedicated always to a peaceful settlement of European differences and to effective measures for disarmament and arms control. Now, as NATO begins its third decade, committed still to a viable Atlantic community, to the resolution of differences between East and West, and to the stability and tranquillity of our entire planet, America's commitment to NATO remains firm and vital. THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby direct the attention of the Nation to this twentieth anniversary of the signing of the North Atlantic Treaty; and I call upon all agencies and officials of the Federal Government, upon the Governors of the States, and upon the officers of local governments to encourage and facilitate the suitable observance of this notable event throughout this anniversary year with particular attention to April, the month which marks the historic signing ceremony. I also urge all citizens to participate in appropriate activities and ceremonies in recognition of the achievements of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and its contributions to America's security and well-being. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

^:^.:AV<?^1^ Proclamation 3907 ANNOUNCING THE DEATH OF DWIGHT DAVID EISENHOWER By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

TO THE P E O P L E O F THE UNITED STATES: I have the sad duty to announce officially the death of Dwight David Eisenhower, the thirty-fourth President of the United States, on March 28, 1969. I n London, in 1945, this great soldier received the Freedom of the City of London. A t that time, he said: "* * * we should turn to those inner things, call them what you will—I mean those intangibles that are the real treasures free men possess." As a soldier, he was guided by those inner things. As a President, he was strengthened by their wisdom and by the knowledge that the

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To amend the Powers and Privileges of Parliament Act, 1963, so as to provide for its application in the case of a committee which performs its functions beyond the seat of Parliament or while Parliament is prorogued; to amend the Republic of South Africa Constitution Act, 1983, so as to empower a joint committee of the Houses of Parliament which is otherwise authorized thereto, to meet and work beyond the seat of Parliament; and confer a limited right on the Chief Whip of Parliament to sit and to speak in a House of which he is not a member; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

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E IT ENACTED by the State President and the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa, as follows:―

1. The following section is hereby inserted in the Powers and Privileges of Parliament Act, 1963, after section 33:

2. Section 64 of the Republic of South Africa Constitution Act, 1983, is hereby amended by the addition of the following subsection: “ (4) Notwithstanding the provisions of section 36, a joint committee may, in terms of the joint rules and orders applicable to it or if otherwise authorized thereto by each House, meet and exercise or perform its powers, duties and functions at a place beyond the seat of Parliament. ”.


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ancient virtues, intangible but unconquerable, could offer comfort and solace even during the darkest hours. And so it should be with us who today mourn his death. The memory of his greatness is now one of those "real treasures free men possess"; it belongs now to all Americans, and in its simplicity, its devotion, its courage, and its compassion, his life will shape the future as it shaped our time. As long as free men cherish their freedom, Dwight Eisenhower will stand with them, as he stood during war and peace; strong, confident, and courageous. Even in death he nas left us a great spirit that will never die. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD M. NIXON, President of the United States of America, in honor and tribute to the memory of this great and good man, and as an expression of public sorrow, do hereby direct that the flag of the United States be displayed at halfstaff at the White House and on all buildings, grounds, and Naval vessels of the United States for a period of thirty days from the day of death. I also direct that for the same length of time the representatives of the United States in foreign countries shall make similar arrangements for the display of the flag at half-staff over their Embassies, Legations, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and stations. I hereby order that suitable honors be rendered by units of the Armed Forces under orders of the Secretary of Defense on the day of the funeral. I also do appoint Monday, March 31, 1969 to be a National Day of Mourning throughout the United States. I earnestly recommend that the people assemble on that day in their respective places of divine worship, there to bow down in submission to the will of the Almighty God, and to pay their homage of love and reverence to the memory of President Eisenhower. I invite the people of the world who share our grief to join us in this day of mourning and rededication. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of March in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(JZJL4-'1^C:/^ Proclamation 3908 PAN AMERICAN DAY AND PAN AMERICAN WEEK, 1969 April 11, 1969

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

The Inter-American System is the oldest, most successful regional association in the world. On April 14, 1969, we celebrate the 79th Anniversary of its formation. The Americas are bound together by history, geography and, most important of all, common concerns and shared hopes. On this occasion, the United States reaffirms its dedication to: —Close consultation with its Hemisphere partners in all matters of common concern.

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—Furtherance of social and cultural ties that enhance human dignity and mutual respect. —Cooperation with each of our partners in economic development that will benefit the entire Hemisphere. Within this unity of purpose there is room for a diversity of viewpoint and approach. The United States seeks to cooperate, not to dominate; to participate fairly as a partner in the responsibilities that each nation shares within the System. Much has been accomplished by the nations of our continents; the Organization of American States, focus of the Inter-American System, is stronger than ever, with a revised Charter soon coming into effect. We shall treat with high priority the tasks that lie ahead—to extend to all Americans the opportunity for lives of dignity in a climate of freedom. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Monday, April 14, 1969, as P a n American Day, and the week beginning April 13 and ending April 19 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 the officials of all other areas under the flag of the United States to issue similar proclamations. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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(^/iju^i^^^/^ Proclamation 3909 FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF THE UNITED STATES By the President of the United States of America

April 17, 1969

A Proclamation

A half century ago—more than a year before the 19th Amendment was ratified—women from states where they already had the vote met to establish a League of Women Voters. Their purpose was to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government. For fifty years the League of Women Voters has provided Americans in every state with information on candidates and issues and it has furnished a non-partisan platform from which all candidates may be seen and heard. These activities have strengthened government and have helped to sustain the public weal. Whether it be concern for our urban malaise or desire for better international cooperation, whether it be conservation of our natural resources oi; the revitalization of our State and local governments, the League of Women Voters deserves the cooperation and encouragement of all Americans. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, call upon all our citizens to join with the League of Women Voters of the United States in the observance of its fiftieth anniversary in 1970.

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I urge all businesses, industries, foundations, and civic organizations to give the full measure of their support to the League and its activities. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 17th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^fLjL^^K::^ Proclamation 3910 MOTHER'S DAY, 1969 gy j^g president of the United States of America

April 25, 1969

A Proclamation

38 Stat. 770. 36 USC 142.

Fifty-live years ago President Woodrow Wilson called upon the American people to display the flag as "a public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of the country." The United States of America and the world have changed greatly since then, but the desire and need for a public display of love and affection for our mothers has remained. How has such a day of commemoration survived the changes of taste, of value, of belief that have marked these years? I am convinced that the answer lies in the fact that the essential things never change at all. Mother's Day is set aside not only to publicly demonstrate what we all privately feel about our mothers, but for another purpose: it serves to remind us all that there is, at the heart of things, a sense of mystery and wonder, a dimly-understood but strongly felt feeling of continuity and interdependence which binds all men together and which is most clearly seen in the miracle of motherhood. Nowhere in the complexity of the modern world are we more forcefully reminded of the power of love against hate, of creation over destruction, of life against death than in the gentle strength, the deep compassion of a mother. On Mother's Day we demonstrate to our mothers not only love for who they are but reverence for what they represent: the sacredness of human life and the majesty of the ancient principles which enhance it and guide it toward public and private virtue. A joint resolution of the Congress, approved on May 8, 1914, sets aside the second Sunday of May as the special day to pay tribute to our mothers. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby request that Sunday, May 11, 1969, be observed as Mother's Day; and I direct the appropriate officials of the Government to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on that day. I call upon the people of the United States to honor the mothers of our country by displaying the flag at their homes or other suitable places and by expressions of love and respect. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 25th day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine. • !; ' • '; '

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and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^/hjL/'^K:/^ Proclamation 3911 CITIZENSHIP DAY AND CONSTITUTION WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

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The Constitution of the United States is often viewed as a revered document drawn in a far-off time by a group of exceedingly wise men we call the Founding Fathers. I t is much more than that. The Constitution is a living set of principles, created during a hot Philadelphia summer in 1787 by men who were often passionate in their convictions and always jealous of the basic rights which had been secured by the American Revolution. This Constitution is not a museum-piece, but something as strong and as proud and as passionately alive today as were the men who created it almost 200 years ago. As the foundation of our national life, the Constitution demands more than reverence. I t demands the kind of active concern we show to anything we deeply care for. I t demands our attention, our understanding of its character and of its fundamental place in our lives. This view of the Constitution will not allow us to pay honor to the idea unless we pay attention to the reality. I t calls upon a citizen to not only be able to demand his rights, but also to know what they are. United States citizenship, then, is also demanding. But the demands are more than matched by the benefits. Each citizen can help himself, his fellow citizens, and his nation if he takes some time out of his life to read and talk and think about the Constitution. By a joint resolution of February 29, 1952 (66 Stat. 9), the Congress set aside the seventeenth day of September of each year as Citizenship Day, in commemoration of the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787, and in recognition of all who attained citizenship during the year. And by a joint resolution of August 2, 1956, (70 Stat. 932), the Congress requested the President to designate the period beginning September 17 and ending September 23 of each year as Constitution Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, direct the appropriate Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings on Citizenship Day, September 17, 1969. I urge Federal, State, and local officials, as well as all religious, civic, educational, and other interested organizations to make arrangements for impressive, meaningful pageants and observations on that day to inspire all our citizens to rededicate themselves to the service of their country and to the support and defense of the Constitution. I also designate the period beginning September 17 and ending September 23, 1969, as Constitution Week; and I urge the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities in their schools and churches, and in other suitable places, to the end that our citizens, whether naturalized or natural-born, may have a better understanding of the Constitution and of the rights and responsibilities of United States citizenship.

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I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 13th day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

C/i^L^-^K:/^ Proclamation 3912 May 16, 1969

PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

On Memorial Day it is customary for Americans to honor the memory of their fellow countrymen who have died in the defense of freedom. Meditating on their sacrifices, we honor not only their memory but also the principles of justice and freedom for which they gave their lives. Yet honor is not enough. Although we cannot change the pattern of the past, we must do all we can to create a pattern of justice and peace for the future. The Congress, by a joint resolution of May 11, 1950 (64 Stat. 158), has requested the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period during such day when the people of the United States might unite in such supplication. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Memorial Day, Friday, May 30, 1969, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11 o'clock in the morning of that day as a time to unite in such prayer. I urge the press, radio, television, and all other information media to cooperate in this observance. I urge also that on this consecrated day, all the people of America offer their prayers to the Almighty to make reason and good will prevail so that peace can once again bless our nation. As a special mark of respect for those Americans who have given their lives in the tragic struggle in Vietnam, I direct that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff all day on Memorial Day, instead of during the customary forenoon period, on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels of the Federal Government throughout the United States and all areas under its jurisdiction and control. I also request the Governors of the States and of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the appropriate officials of all local units of government to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on all public buildings during that entire day, and request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the same period. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and

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sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^/2JL^-''7C:JC^ Proclamation 3913 WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

May 20, 1969

A Proclamation

That blindness is a tragedy is known to all men. That courage and determination can help the blind to transcend that tragedy is not nearly as well known. A symbol of the blind person's determination to help himself and to live a normal life is the white cane. More than a traveling aid for blind people, the familiar white cane has become—^to those who can see—a reminder of the tremendous strides which have been made by the blind in adjusting to the world of sight. A blind man or woman using a white cane can travel with greater confidence and safety on the Nation's streets. This confidence is reflected in other activities, such as education and employment, where the blind can make needed and highly valued contributions. Thus, the white cane helps the blind person to help himself by increasing the range of his activities. To make our citizens more fully aware of the significance of the white cane, and of the need for motorists to exercise caution and courtesy when approaching its bearer, the Congress, by a joint resolution, approved October 6, 1964 (78 Stat. 1003), has authorized the President to issue annually a proclamation designating October 15 as White Cane Safety Day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 15, 1969, as White Cane Safety Day. I urge all Americans to observe this day by increasing their understanding of the problems of the blind, learning more about the accomplishments of the blind, and seeking ways in which the blind may add even more than they already have to their own personal fulfillment and to the progress of our Nation. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 20th day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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(^/2JL^ ^^^K:/^ Proclamation 3914 HELEN KELLER MEMORIAL WEEK By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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28  greatest Scoundrels in the world—they are dayly in this town in considerable numbers and are frequently intoxicated to the number of thirty or forty at once—they then commit the greatest disorders—drawing their knives and stabing every one they meet with—breaking open the Houses of the Citizens killing their Hogs and cattle and breaking down their fences. But in all their frolicks they generally suffer most severely themselves they kill each other without mercy, some years ago as many as four were found dead in the morning—& altho these murders are actually committed in the streets of the town, yet no attempt to punish them has ever been made. This forbearance has made them astonishingly insolent & on a late occasion (within 8 weeks) when one of these rascals had killed without provocation two of the Citizens in one of the Traders Houses in this place, & it was found impossible to apprehend him alive, he was put to death. This peice of Justice so exasperated those of his tribe in the neighbourhood that they actually assembled in the borders of the town with a design to seize some favourable opportunity of doing mischief—the Militia were ordered out and their resentment has subsided.

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the released genius of Helen Keller united to penetrate those barriers and produce a person who symbolized the vast potential resource of severely handicapped human beings. Miss Keller became an American ambassador-at-large to the world because she was unexcelled in interpreting the Nation's philosophy of respect for the unique inherent qualities of each individual. Her recognition of this philosophy was never more eloquently expressed than when she said: "What I am, my country has made me. She has fostered the spirit which has made my education possible." A t the same time, Helen Keller was deeply aware that she was miraculously fortunate to have been discovered by persons who were able to give her the priceless gift of language, which was what she needed to light up her extraordinary mind. As the years passed. Miss Keller became increasingly concerned with those persons who were deprived of sight and hearing. Her later years were dedicated almost entirely to providing the deaf-blind with the kind of opportunities which had yielded such great benefit for her. I t is, therefore, fitting that we designate, as a memorial to Helen Keller, one week during which we may give special thought to the needs of our countrymen who are handicapped by the loss of sight and hearing. The minds of these people are forever imprisoned unless we muster every available resource to reach and rehabilitate them. Attaining this goal requires not only the use of such special techniques as lip reading, manual alphabet, and braille materials but the concern and commitment of all of us to let these people know they are a vital part of our society. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, in consonance with Senate Joint Resolution 99^ ^Q hereby designate the week beginning June 1, 1969, as Helen Keller Memorial Week. I invite appropriate officers of the Federal, State, and local governments, the heads of voluntary and private groups, and all Americans everywhere to join in this observance. I urge them to find suitable means for expressing determination to cultivate a public understanding and sentiment in behalf of deaf-blind people and to devise a dynamic pattern for continuing their education, welfare and rehabilitation. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 29th day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-third.

(^/ZM/^^K:^ Proclamation 3915 D-DAY TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY DAY •^^y 3^' ^^^^

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Twenty-five years ago on June 6, Allied Forces under the leadership of Dwight David Eisenhower, made a successful landing on the beaches of Normandy. What happened on that day—and in the days and months immediately following—is now part of the acts of valor which have been the inspiration and often the salvation of Western

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civilization. The Sixtli of June was transformed on that day from a date on the calendar to a historical landmark in the history of freedom. The valiant leader and many of the valiant men who made victory possible by their efforts on that day are now gone. Their triumph, however, remains, for it was a triumph of the human spirit. Our Nation and nations of free men everywhere are forever grateful for the sacrifices made in Normandy. Twenty-five years have not diminished but have, rather, enhanced the profound importance of that day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim June 6, 1969, as D-Day Twenty-Fifth Anniversary D a y; and I invite the people of this Nation to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies designed to commemorate the brave men living and dead who did so much to open this path to victory and peace. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of May, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America, the one hundred and ninety-third.

(^/ZJL^^K.:/^ Proclamation 3916 FLAG DAY AND NATIONAL FLAG WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

June 5, iges^

A Proclamation

I t has become customary when referring to the flag of the United States of America to concentrate on what it represents. Every American has pledged allegiance to the flag "and to the Republic for which it stands." From time to time, liowever, it is necessary to remind ourselves not only of what the flag stands for but of what it is. Our flag is a fragile but infinitely strong piece of cloth. What that piece of cloth stands for we all know. What we sometimes forget, however, is that it is precisely because those things which the flag represents are intangible that we need a flag at all. A flag is meant to be seen. Only when it is displayed does it stir us. Our ideals we can honor with our words and deeds; our flag must be honored by an essentially spiritual reaction to a visual stimulus. On June 14, 1777, the Congress delineated the present form of the flag. These men gave it form; we give it life by displaying it, honoring it, and meditating on those qualities and attributes it so beautifully and proudly symbolizes. I n commemoration of the adoption of our flag, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved August 3, 1949 (63 Stat. 492), designated June 14 of each year as Flag Day and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation calling for its observance; by a joint resolution approved June 9, 1966 (80 Stat. 194), the Congress has requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the week in which June 14 occurs as National Flag Week and calling upon all citizens to display the flag of the United States on those days. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning June 8, 1969, as National Flag Week, and I direct the appropriate

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Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings during that week. I also request the people of the United States to observe Flag Day, June 14, and Fla^ Week by flying the Stars and Stripes at their homes and other suitable places. I urge the press, radio, television, and other information media to join in this observance and to promote continuing awareness of our flag and a rededication to the principles which it symbolizes. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of June, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-third.

(^/ZjUf^TC:^ Proclamation 3917 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK IN AMERICA June 7, 1969

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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Photography is one of the most versatile tools in the service of mankind. I n addition to photography's traditional role of memorializing the lives, the work, and the culture of our people, it plays an important part in education, industry, commerce, and the sciences. More than 150,000 men and women are engaged in this profession, contributing over a billion dollars to our economy. But photography is more than a pleasurable hobby or a commercial medium; it is a universal language which demonstrates that people throughout the world share many of the same problems and the same aspirations. As a means of communication, it makes a substantial contribution to world understanding and progress. As a tribute to the importance of professional photography in American life, the Congress, by Senate Joint Kesolution 77, has requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the period beginning June 8, 1969, and ending June 14, 1969, as Professional Photography Week in America. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of June 8 through June 14, 1969, as Professional Photography Week in America; and I call upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations 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 this 7th day of June, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-third.

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Proclamation 3918 CAPTIVE NATIONS WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

July 11, 1969

A Proclamation

By Joint Resolution on July 17, 1959, the Eighty-Sixth Congress authorized and requested the designation of the third week of July as Captive Nations Week. Ten years have passed and there have been many changes in international affairs. But one thing that has not changed is the desire for national independence in Eastern Europe. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning July 13, 1969, as Captive Nations Week. I invite the people of the United States of America to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and I urge them to renew their devotion to the high ideals on which our nation was founded and has prospered and to sustain with understanding and sympathy the just aspirations of the peoples of all nations for independence and human freedom. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of July in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

C/IJL/^^K:/^ Proclamation 3919 NATIONAL DAY OF PARTICIPATION By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Apollo 11 is on its way to the moon. It carries three brave astronauts; it also carries the hopes and prayers of hundreds of millions of people here on earth, for whom that first footfall on the moon will be a moment of transcendent drama. Never before has man embarked on so epic an adventure. In the words of the plaque the Apollo astronauts expect to leave on the moon, they go "in peace for all mankind." The adventure is not theirs alone, but everyone's; the history they are making is not only scientific history, but human history. That moment when man first sets foot on a body other than earth will stand through the centuries as one supreme in human experience, and profound in its meaning for generations to come. In past ages, exploration was a lonely enterprise. But today, the miracles of space travel are matched by miracles of space communication; even across the vast lunar distance, television brings the moment of discovery into our homes, and makes all of us participants. As the astronauts go where man has never gone; as they attempt what man has never tried, we on earth will want, as one people, to be

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with them in spirit; to share the glory and the wonder, and to support them with prayers that all will go well. I n order that as many as possible can have the opportunity to share as fully as possible in this surpassing occasion, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Monday, July 21, 1969, to be a National Day of Participation; and I invite the Governors of the States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to issue similar proclamations. All executive departments, independent establishments, and other governmental agencies, including their field services, shall be closed on the National Day of Participation, and all of their employees (except employees of the Department of State, the Department of Defense, or other agencies who in the judgment of their agency heads should be at their posts of duty for national security or other public reasons), shall be excused from duty on that day. And I direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on that day. I urge the Governors of the States, the mayors of cities, the heads of school systems, and other public officials to take similar action. I also urge private employers to make appropriate arrangements so that as many of our citizens as possible will be able to share in the significant events of that day. And, finally, I call upon all of our people, on that historic day, to join in prayer for the successful conclusion of Apollo l l ' s mission and the safe return of its crew. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

(JhjU-^K:/^ Proclamation 3920 August 5, 1969

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK, 1969 By jhe President of Hie United States of America A Proclamation

I n an era when technological advancement has brought to our Nation an almost unbelievable array of conveniences and comforts, we still are plagued by the hazard of man's oldest implement for selfpreservation—fire. The potential dangers associated with fire still present a real threat to human life and property. The present level of our annual fire losses—more than 12,000 lives and over $2 billion in property—is a measure of our failure to heed fire hazards and to correct them. I t is essential that every citizen recognize that such losses can be avoided, but only by personal involvement, determination, and a realization that fires need not occur. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning October 5, 1969, as Fire Prevention Week. I urge that we, as a Nation and as individual citizens, assume a positive approach to fire prevention through the support of com-

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munity fire departments, State and local governments, the National Fire Protection Association, business and civic groups, and public organizations that are trying to combat the senseless waste of human life and national resources. I also urge Federal agencies, through the Federal Fire Council, to initiate and carry on effective fire prevention programs not only for the protection of Government employees and property but also for the betterment of all segments of our society. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

(JisJL/^-^K.:/^ Proclamation 3921 NATIONAL ARCHERY WEEK By the President of the United States of America

August 12, 1969

A Proclamation

Archery, which in centuries past was a major means of livelihood and warfare, today is one of the fastest growing forms of competitive The skills of the bow and arrow are taught in thousands of school physical education programs; archery rapidly is becoming a major intercollegiate sport; and the manufacture of archery equipment is a significant industry. In 1972 archery will become an official Olympic sport, which is further evidence of its growing popularity and increased stature. To give recognition to the development of archery as a major sport and to the role of the United States as host to the world archery championships this year, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 85, has requested the President to proclaim the period from August 26, 1969, through September 1, 1969, as National Archery Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the period from August 26 through September 1, 1969, as National Archery Week. I invite the Governors of the States and appropriate officials of local governments to issue similar proclamations; and I urge recreational agencies, sportsmen's groups, and interested individuals to join in promoting activities which will preserve and enhance archery as an exciting and enjoyable link with mankind's past. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.
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Proclamation 3922 NATIONAL HIGHWAY WEEK, 1969 August 13, 1969

By jhe President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Americans today own more than 80 million passenger cars and drive each of them an average of 9,600 miles a year—or three times the distance from Portland, Maine, to San Diego, California. This is a measure of the personal mobility we now enjoy through highway transportation, one of the major elements in our transportation system. It is a mobility that opens new horizons in employment opportunity, in choice of residence, and in educational, religious, political, recreational, and other social activities. Highway transportation has developed from a vast private investment in motor vehicles and a vast puolic investment in highway facilities. These facilities, in turn, are to a large extent, the product of a unique Federal-State partnership in road building. In 1956 we called upon this partnership to build a new network of super-roads, the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways. Now two-thirds completed, the Interstate System already is providing the public with the benefits of safer, faster, and more economical highway transportation. To assure the best use of the public investment in highways, all Americans must give special attention to improving the safety and efficiency of highway transportation. NOW, THEKEFOKE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning September 21, 1969, as National Highway Week, and I urge Federal, State, and local officials, as well as highway industry and other organizations, to hold appropriate ceremonies during that week in recognition of what highway transportation means to our Nation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 13th day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixtynine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

(^ia^^-^K.:^ Proclamation 3923 WORLD LAW DAY, 1969 August 14. 1969

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Economic and social progress bears a direct relationship to the establishment and maintenance of orderly societies and a world community of peaceful nations. Thus, laws which advance economic and social development can bring about essential progress in securing freedom for all men in all nations. Governments are rightfully concerned about the economic and social progress of people, but much can be done on a private and

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voluntary basis to supplement government plans and actions. Public programs, embodied in just laws at the local, national, and international levels, can advance the improvement of social and economic conditions in every community and country. Voluntary cooperation of private individuals and groups can help to bring about research, new proposals, and citizen participation which will provide essential public support for enactment of just and needed laws. The concern and participation of the legal, professional, academic, commercial, and other sectors of the private community in the attack on the root problems of discontent—such as poverty, ignorance, and disease—are vital to the national and international welfare. Fundamentally, it is the human misery and unrest under these conditions which most directly affect man's ability to develop a peaceful and orderly world community. It is essential, therefore, that the public and private sectors of every community join together in cooperative endeavors to develop plans and programs to resolve basic social and economic needs within a framework of law on a local, national, and international basis. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 8, 1969, as World Law Day in the United States. I call upon public officials and private leaders, members of the legal profession, public and private organizations, and all men of goodwill to arrange public ceremonies on World Law Day in courts, schools, universities, and other public plsices in order that we may rededicate ourselves to the observance of international law and to the goals of social and economic progress, so essential to the preservation of world peace. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

(^.:AY<%;^ Proclamation 3924 UNITED NATIONS DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

On December 22, 1968, the crew of Apollo Eight transmitted a television picture of the entire planet Earth. The inescapable unity of mankind was dramatically and forcefully presented for all to see. The realization of this unity has been at the heart of the United Nations since its creation twenty-four years ago. The United Nations has long realized that the world abounds with problems which call for a cooperative international approach: problems of conflict and war and the keeping of peace in troubled areas; the settlements of disputes by peaceful methods; the control and reduction of nuclear and other weapons, and many other problems ranging from hunger to the sharing of the manifold benefits of science and technology. Yet the history of the last twenty-four years tells us that the realization of mankind's unity is not enough; men must constantly strive to see to it that in international practice, as well as physical fact, mankind realizes its unity.

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Act No. 99, 1985. 3. Section 65 of the Republic of South Africa Constitution Act, 1983, is hereby amended by the addition of the following subsection: “ (3) A member of a House who holds the office of Chief Whip of Parliament has the right to sit in any other House and to speak on the arrangement of the business of such other House, but may not vote therein. ”.

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PROCLAMATION 3925-AUG. 27, 1969

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On United Nations Day, 1969, it should be the resolve of the American people that our Nation, conscious of mankind's growing interdependence on this planet, shall be a steadfast partner with all who strive for the fulfillment of those hopes. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Friday, October 24, 1969, as United Nations Day and I urge the citizens of this Nation to observe that day by means of community programs which will contribute to a realistic understanding of the United Nations and its associated organizations. I also call upon officials of the Federal and State governments and upon local officials to encourage citizens' groups and agencies of communication—press, radio, television, and motion pictures—to engage in appropriate observance of United Nations Day this year in cooperation with the United Nations Association of the United States of America and other interested organizations. Moreover, in anticipation of the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Year of the United Nations, I call upon the citizens of this Nation and its citizens' groups to plan such community and organization programs for 1970 as will contribute both to an appreciation of the accomplishments of the United Nations and to a realistic understanding of its aims, its limitations, and its potentialities. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nme, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

c/iju^^'yc^:/^ Proclamation 3925 LADY BIRD JOHNSON GROVE REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK August 27, 1969

By The President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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I t is fitting that a magnificent redwood grove in Redwood National P a r k be dedicated in honor of Lady Bird Johnson, who has done so much to stir in the American conscience a deepened sense of unity with our national environment. Mrs. Johnson has given generously of her time and talents on behalf of the natural beauty of the land she loves so well. That beauty is uniquely expressed in the Redwood National Park established by the Act of Congress of October 2, 1968, while Mrs. Johnson was First Lady of the land. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do proclaim that the following described land within the boundaries of the Redwood National P a r k is hereby designated as the Lady Bird Johnson Grove: i ^ \;;•?/! fill)'!, '^ii

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That parcel of land situated in sec. 26, T. 11 N., R. 1 E., more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the northeast corner of sec. 26, T. 11 N., R. 1 E.; thence southerly along the east line of said sec. 26 to the southeast comer thereof;

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thence westerly along the south line of said sec. 26 to the south quarter corner thereof; thence northerly along the north-south centerline approximately 2,200 feet 004 002 01 002 through forest types -^r^'-^' ^ ' ^ ^ ^ s depicted on National Park Service Map, XV XV XV XV NPS-RED-7114-B of Redwood National Park as referred to in Section 2 of Public Law 90-545, October 2, 1968, to its intersection with the northerly line of forest 002

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type —; 002 thence easterly and northerly along the northerly line of forest type ^rand northerly along the westerly line of forest types; ^ '; ^ and — ^o its intersection with the north-south centerline of said sec. 26; thence northerly along the north-south centerline to its intersection with the north line of said sec. 26; thence easterly along the north line of said sec. 26 to the northeast corner, the Point of Beginning. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 27th day of August, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and ninety-fourth.

(^^2zA^<k:^^ Proclamation 3926 GENERAL PULASKI'S MEMORIAL DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

One hundred and ninety years ago, a young Polish patriot in exile gave his life in the cause of American freedom and independence. Count Casimir Pulaski came to America and joined the Continental Army. He fought with great valor and was promoted by the Congress to the rank of brigadier general in recognition of his military leadership at the Battle of Brandy wine. He raised and commanded a cavalry unit which won fame as the Pulaski Legion. On October 11, 1779, General Pulaski died of wounds received two days earlier while leading a cavalry charge in the Battle of Savannah. I t is fitting that on the anniversary of his death we pay grateful tribute to this gallant Pole, and to the millions of his countrymen in America who have contributed to this nation's growth and to the defense of its freedoms. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Saturday, October 11, 1969, as General Pulaski's Memorial Day; and I direct the appropriate Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on that day. I also invite the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies in honor of the memory of General Pulaski and his dedication to the defense of liberty. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine.

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and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

Proclamation 3927 September 9. 1969

NATIONAL EMPLOY THE PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED WEEK, 1969 gy jhg President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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During the past three decades, this Nation has made great progress in helping handicapped Americans find work. Seven million men and women have overcome disabilities and found a place for themselves in industry, commerce, and the professions. As favorable as are the statistics documenting this achievement, there are still many handicapped persons in need of rehabilitation. Programs are needed which will continue and expand the work which has already been done. Yet even the best programs are not enough if they are not matched by a growth of understanding on the part of employers and the public at large. Misconceptions concerning disability must be supplanted by facts. We must help the physically handicapped not only because it enables them to build better lives, but also because an American who is employed despite his handicap can help to build a better nation for all of us. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, in accordance with the joint resolution of Congress approved August 11, 1945 (59 Stat. 530), designating the first full week of October of each year as National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week, do hereby call upon the people of our Nation to observe the week beginning October 5, 1969, for such purpose. During that week I urge all the Governors of States, mayors of cities, and other public officials, as well as leaders of industry, educational and religious groups, labor, civic, veterans', agricultural, women's, scientific, professional, and fraternal organizations, and all other interested organizations and individuals, including the handicapped themselves, to participate in this observance. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America, the one hundred ninety-fourth.

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LEIF ERIKSON DAY, 1969 gy The President of the United States of America A Proclamation

Leif Erikson and his crew of adventurous Norse seafarers sailed across the northern seas nearly a thousand years ago and landed on the

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shores of North America. These resourceful explorers opened new horizons to the west—a truly courageous and historic achievement. Born of vision, courage and determination, Leif Erikson's success became an inspiration for later accomplishments. The spirit of Leif Erikson has continued to inspire millions of people, particularly the ten million Americans whose ancestors came from the Viking lands. It is especially appropriate that we recognize Leif Erikson's explorations in 1969, the year m which a new kind of explorers landed on the moon and returned home to inspire all mankind from now on. I am honored to comply with the request of the Congress of the United States, in a joint resolution approved September 2, 1964 (78 Stat. 849), that the President proclaim October 9 in each year as Leif Erikson Day. NOW, THEKEFOKE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Thursday, October 9, 1969, as Leif Erikson Day; and I direct the appropriate government officials to display the flag of the United States on all government buildings on that day. I also invite the people of the United States to honor the memory of Leif Erikson on that day by holding appropriate exercises and ceremonies in schools and churches, or ouier suitable places. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

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(j2jju^^yc.:/^ Proclamation 3929 COLUMBUS DAY, 1969 By the President of the United States of America

September 11, 1969

A Proclamation

On October 12 we again celebrate in honor of the great sea captain and explorer whose historic westward voyage across the Atlantic led to the permanent settlement of America. Kespect for the achievement of Christopher Columbus is especially appropriate this year when we have witnessed an epic journey of discovery, the journey to the moon. Both the voyages of Columbus and those of our modern astronauts are expressions of man's great ambition to confront the unknown, and to master the challenges of distance and space. We remember also that Columbus was a man of Italy, a noble example for the many other men of Italy who have come to our country and to so many other lands of the new world. Sailing in the service of the Spanish crown, which had the vision to support his courage and initiative, Christopher Columbus opened America for all the people of the world. In tribute to the memory of Columbus, the Congress of the United States, by a joint resolution approved April 30, 1934 (48 Stat. 657), 36 USC i46. requested the President to proclaim October 12 of each year as Columbus Day for the observance of the anniversary of the discovery of America.

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NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Sunday, October 12, 1969, as Columbus Day; and I invite the people of this naition to observe that day in schools, churches, and other suitable places with appropriate ceremonies in honor of the great explorer. I also direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed day in memory of Christopher Columbus. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hmidred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

(^/2a^^-7C:ju^ Proclamation 3930 NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE WEEK, 1969

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gy j^© President of the United States of America A Proclamation

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One of America's great strengths is her diversity. A wide variety of peoples have made contributions to our nation; each has added its own strength and charm to American life, and each provides an ongoing link between our culture and those of other countries around the world. The Hispanic culture is one to which this nation is particularly indebted. Men of Hispanic origin were among the first Europeans to explore this hemisphere. For four centuries men and women of Hispanic descent have provided distinguished leadership in our country and in other New World countries, both in government and in other walks of life. Today the people of the United States are reminded of this rich heritage in many ways. Millions of our citizens speak Spanish, and Hispanic names and traditions grace many parts of our landscape, including both the town where I was born and the place where I am making my new home. This country's Hispanic heritage is particularly important because it reminds us of the great traditions we share with our neighbors in Latin America. I n fact, when the Congress, just a;^ear a^o, requested the President to issue annually a proclamation setting aside one week ^® Hispanic Heritage Week, it designated the week which includes the dates of September 15th and 16th, when five Central American nations and the Republic of Mexico celebrate their Independence Days. The Hispanic culture is one of depth, excitement, and beauty. I t has crossed borders and mountains and oceans, and has made its influence felt in all parts of the globe. I n honoring it, we give strength to that international understanding which is indispensable to world order. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning September 14, 1969, as National Hispanic Heritage Week. I call upon all of the people of the United States, and especially the educational community, to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of Sept., in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

Proclamation 3931 STAY IN SCHOOL By the President of the United States of America

September 12, 1969

A Proclamation

As the summer ends, many young Americans are deciding whether to continue their formal education. For economic and personal reasons some will be tempted to drop out. Most of those who abandon their classrooms will be forced to contest for jobs with others who possess better educational credentials. Without an opportunity to acquire relevant experience, they may be continually unable to obtain positions offering prospects for advancement. Experience has proven that citizens sufficiently concerned to provide potential dropouts with encouragement and counseling can play a decisive role in persuading them to continue their education. The course of thousands of lives can be constructively influenced by this kind of individual action. Parents, teachers, religious advisors, and friends can all contribute to the national welfare by urging young people to stay in school. Private and public employers can help by providing part-time jobs to those for whom the need to have income is critical. To secure wide public participation in an effort to limit the number of youths who drop out of school, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim a national Stayin-School campaign. I call upon Governors, Mayors, and other public officials to join with me in focusing continuing civic attention on this effort. I N W I T N E S S WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

c/ijjuf^'^H^yc^ Proclamation 3932 NATIONAL FOREST PRODUCTS WEEK, 1969 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

From the time of the first settlers, the forests of America have been valued for their beauty and their usefulness. The beauty and majesty of the great American forests have given us incomparable benefits; the utility of the forests has given us shelter, furnishings, chemicals, papers, and a host of other products essential to our well-being and comfort.

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[83 STAT.

American forests grow on one-third of our entire country and provide us with over ten billion cubic feet of raw material every year. Equally important^ they have yielded even more benefits in the form of water conservation, forage, and recreation for the additional betterment of life for all Americans. The Congress, in order to re-emphasize the importance and heritage of our forest resources, has by a joint resolution of September 13, 1960 (74 Stat. 898), designated the seven-day period beginning on the third Sunday of October in each year as National Forest Products Week, and has requested the President to issue an annual proclamation calling for the observance of that week. NOW, THEREFOKE, I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America, do hereby call upon the people of the United States to observe the week beginning October 19, 1969, as National Forest Products Week, with activities and ceremonies designed to direct public attention to the forest resources with which we have been so abundantly blessed and to the riches which they provide for our material and spiritual advantage. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred sixty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred ninety-fourth.

C^^A/^^C;^ Proclamation 3933 NATIONAL FARM-CITY WEEK, 1969 September 16, 1969

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By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

As our society becomes more complex, it also grows more interdependent. The behavior of each individual has a direct impact on the lives of others. What happens in one area of the country affects events in other areas. Occurrences in every walk of life and every section of society are inextricably intertwined. One significant example of such interconnections can be found in the interdependence of urban and rural America. I t is important that the people of our country come to understand that interdependence more fully than we do at present. It is not well known for instance that agriculture serves as a $50 billion customer to our economy. The marketing and processing of food and fiber provide almost 5 million non-farm jobs and a $25 billion annual payroll. At the same time, technological changes on the farm have so increased agricultural efficiency that record production has been achieved by fewer people. Many rural residents have therefore migrated to the cities. While some have become productive contributors to urban society, many others have been unable to find new economic roles. The relationship between urban and rural America will never be constant—but it will always be important. It will always require close examination and careful rethinking. It is to that end that I, RICHARD NIXON, President of the United States of America do hereby designate the week of November 21 through November 27,

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