QuestionsQuestions (PROCLAMATION NO. 505)
The Proclamation states it is issued by the President “by virtue of the authority vested in me by law.” It does not specify the exact statute in the text provided.
It authorized the Project, Inc. “to conduct a national educational and fund campaign.”
The campaign period is from May 1 to June 30, 1958.
The Proclamation states that about 1,400 babies are born yearly in the Philippines afflicted with cerebral palsy, impairing muscle control and preventing self-care.
It says they are “liable to grow up as liabilities to society” if not given proper occupational and physical therapy.
It states that with necessary care, they may be improved enough to relieve parents and the community of the burden and may even become “valuable assets” to the nation.
It says there is a “dearth of authoritative knowledge” concerning the nature and treatment of cerebral palsy.
The Elks Cerebral Palsy clinic is mentioned as operating for rehabilitation. It was built out of funds solicited during the 1956 and 1957 fund drives.
It describes an “intensive and extensive two-pronged campaign” consisting of (1) educating the people about cerebral palsy and minimizing/eliminating its deleterious effects, and (2) raising funds for operations, expansion, and specialized needs at the clinic.
For operation and expansion of present facilities at the clinic, and for the purchase of adequate medicine and specialized equipment for treatment.
All citizens and residents of the Philippines, “irrespective of race or creed,” are called upon to support the humanitarian campaign by giving generously.
It says the Project “should be lauded” for undertaking the selfless task of sponsoring a drive, and that it fully deserves government and national support.
It notes that at present only the Elks Cerebral Palsy clinic operates in the country for rehabilitation of cerebral-palsied persons.
The Proclamation contains WHEREAS clauses that lay out facts and justifications, followed by a NOW, THEREFORE clause that states the action being taken by the President. The WHEREAS part provides the rationale for the authorization.
It is concluded with the signature of the President and “In witness whereof…” statements. “By the President:” the text lists SOFRONIO C. QUIMSON, Acting Assistant Executive Secretary.