Harry Truman actually said...

"As long as fire kills and injures so many people and destroys such vast amounts of property each year, we must all strive for better fire prevention and fire protection."

"NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of the authority vested in me by section 206 of the labor-Management Relations Act, 1947 (Public Law 101, 80th Congress), I hereby create a Board of Inquiry, consisting of su..."

"We must carry forward the program of education to show our people the constant need for fire prevention in their homes, schools, factories and offices."

"Though this is a final report of the Continuing Committee, I personally feel that our battle against fire and fire hazards has only begun."