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the NHLA from Page 5O) invite from neighboring mills
The conduct of the course is informal. No text books or equipment are needed other than a copy of the Rules Book and :r rneasuring stick for each man. The firsttwo days are spent in a thorough study and explanation of the rules, and the next three days are devoted to the actual grading of tl-re lumber by the class. For further details, write the association's headquarters office for a copy of their leaflet describing the Short Courses, and also for any other information, which the staff will be very happy to provide.
The other night on television, Mr. Murrow was interviewing General Maxwell Taylor at his home. The discussion brought out that when World War II broke upon us there had been quite a long period of time rvhen none of our officers had seen combat service or experienced real fighting. Nevertheless, the Army arose to the occasion and the responsibilities thrust upon them. Mr. Murrorv asked the general hotv it was that these men appeared upon the scene. General Taylor said that the Army's educational systern should be given full credit for having produced these men to serve when the call came.
The hardwood lumber industry has been, is norv, and rvill continue to have to fight a real battle to regain, sustain and extend its hardwood markets. This is a man's job and requires trained men. Don't overlook the tremendous advantages which our educational institutions and your association. the NHLA. offer.