Freshman House Members Told to Study Rules and Attendance
Freshman members received guidance from Speaker McCormack and veteran lawmakers on navigating Congress. Advice emphasized learning House rules, building staff and committee ties, and avoiding missteps on the floor. A luncheon at the Library of Congress highlighted the session, with 51 of 91 new members planning to attend.
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Phenom enal wording note sparks spelling debate
A playful prompt explores correct spelling of phenom enal versus fenominal, highlighting common misreads and the quirks of English orthography. Readers weigh in on which form appears more natural in print and online contexts.
Warden Taylor Promoted to Assistant Director Post
Warden John C. Taylor of Leavenworth Penitentiary Kansas is promoted to assistant director of the Bureau of Prisons replacing Fred Wilkinson who retired. Taylor will be succeeded at Leavenworth by John T Willingham Jr formerly warden at Marion.
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Awful Books Series Planned After Spellings Dictionary Hit
London AP reports publisher Peter Wolfe to release a trio of Awful Books for people who are bad at doing things. The Awful Cook's Book the Awful Dressmaker's Book and the Awful Handyman's Book will be published in March following strong sales of the Awful Spellers Dictionary near 100000 copies.
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The Awful Spellers Dictionary
Wolfe notes the title and concept are funny but the books are serious and useful in emergencies like ruined cake or a split plank, offering guidance on what not to do and what you can do after a mess.
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