Authorizing the Philippine Tuberculosis Society to Conduct A National Fund and Educational Drive During the Period From August 19 to September 30, 1952

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Summary of Proclamation No. 327

Authorizing the Philippine Tuberculosis Society to Conduct a National Fund and Educational Drive
- The Philippine Tuberculosis Society is authorized to conduct a national fund and educational drive from August 19 to September 30, 1952. (Section 1)
- The purpose of the drive is to support the Society's crusade against tuberculosis in the Philippines, which is an important national health movement aimed at safeguarding the general well-being of the people. (Preamble)
- The Society is undertaking a nationwide campaign for the control and prevention of tuberculosis, and its efforts are yielding positive results. (Preamble)
- The Society needs to expand its program and activities to cope with the increasing demands posed by the tuberculosis scourge. (Preamble)
- All citizens and residents of the Philippines, regardless of nationality or creed, are called upon to assist in this humanitarian campaign by giving generously to provide the Society with adequate funds to carry out its mission. (Section 1)
- All treasurers of provincial, city, and municipal governments, as well as school officials, are authorized to accept voluntary contributions and donations for the Philippine Tuberculosis Society and issue official receipts. (Section 1)