President mocks character tests in mock White House lab
A 1946 Billy Rose piece relays a satirical interview in which the President explains a fictional Character Testing Laboratory. He jokes about testing appointees like Postmaster General Bob Hannegan and RFC chief George Allen, emphasizing originality and boldness.
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White House
Senate
Bob Hannegan
George Allen
RFC
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Allen
Abraham Lincoln
Jimmy Byrnes
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Drew Pearson
Byrnes
Wallace
Fred Snyger
Missouri
Billy Rose
Shortage of Homes Stresses Fire Protection Needs
The National Fire Protection Association reports 47,000 residential fires last year started by sparks on combustible roofing. Safety engineers urge checking heating plants chimneys and flues and making repairs to prevent roof fires. They favor fireproof roofing materials, including asbestos cement shingles, praised by architects for appearance and fire resistance.
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National Fire Protection Association
Poland appoints Savings Commissar to curb ration waste
In Warsaw Poland the Ministry of Food and Trade appoints a Savings Commissar to lead a conservation drive in rationed foods. The official will inspect efficiency in distribution and uncover wastage in the rationing system.
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Warsaw
Poland
Ministry of Food and Trade
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