TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9.5, White House letterhead, October 12, 1954. Letter to Martin Papish of the National Association for Retarded Children, in part: "In our Republic, in which we recognize the dignity and importance of every individual regardless of physical or mental handicap, it is well to give serious thought to the needs of our more than 4,800,000 mentally retarded children. We must provide the fullest measure of compassion and constructive help to the end that retarded children everywhere may have the fullest opportunity to achieve the maximum development within their limitations. This is not alone in harmony with America's best humanitarian traditions. It can be, in addition, a definite contribution to the economic well-being of our nation…We must focus needed attention on this widely prevalent problem and stimulate further efforts in helping retarded children. I count it a privilege, therefore, to call the attention of my fellow Americans to National Retarded Children's Week, beginning November fourteenth." Matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 14. In fine condition.
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