97 STAT. 1606 PROCLAMATION 5078—JULY 29, 1983 portant quantities of the "B" vitamins and trace minerals in the average American's diet. The application of scientific methods has markedly im- proved the efficiency of meat production in recent years and enhanced the desirability of these foods to consumers. During July 1983, the American Society of Animal Science is celebrating its seventy-fifth anniversary. Its 7,500 members provide research, extension and educational services to all segments of animal agriculture in both the United States and other countries. In recognition of the great progress which has been made in the past seven- ty-five years in applying scientific principles to animal agriculture produc- tion and the role of animal products in our daily life, the Congress of the Ante, p. 297. United States, by Senate Joint Resolution 77, has authorized and requested the President to designate the week of July 24 to July 31, 1983, as "National Animal Agriculture Week." NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning July 24, 1983, as Na- tional Animal Agriculture Week. I call upon the people of the United States and interested organizations to mark this week with appropriate observ- ances to honor the contributions made by animal agriculture production to our economy. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 27th day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eighth. RONALD REAGAN Proclamation 5078 of July 29, 1983 National Paralyzed Veterans Recognition Day, 1983 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The people of this great Nation owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have fought to preserve America's freedom and independence. National Paralyzed Veterans Recog- nition Day offers us an opportunity to express our appreciation to a very special group of our veterans—those who suffer the disability of paralysis. On this day of tribute to these dedicated citizens, we honor them for the great sacrifice they made for their country, and praise them for the courage, determination, and perseverance they demonstrate daily in facing the diffi- cult challenges of their disabilities. The strong will and spirit which they exhibit in overcoming the limitations of their paralysis serve as an inspiring display of the American drive to achieve, build, and advance which has kept this country strong for the past two centuries. Each of us is heartened by the knowledge that this Nation's paralyzed veterans lead active, produc- tive lives which enrich us all. It is indeed appropriate that we set aside a special day upon which to thank them for their past and continuing contri- butions to this country. In recognition of the sacrifices and contributions that these veterans have made and the service rendered by the many veterans who later suffered pa- ralysis from nonservice related causes, the Congress of the United States,
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