President Franklin D. Roosevelt forms Advisory Commission to the Council on National Defense

The transcript describes the activation of the National Defense Commission, highlighting key figures like Edward R Stannius and Harriet Elliott. The President welcomes the Commission, emphasizing its significant responsibilities and power, organized similarly to World War days.

Who is the junior Board chairman of United States Steel reporting for duty?

• James Smith

• Harriet Elliott

• John Doe

• Edward R Stannius

What role does Miss Harriet Elliott hold in the Commission?

• Lone Woman commissioner

• Secretary

• Treasurer

• Chairman

What is the main focus of the Commission as described by the President?

• To manage finances

• To organize events

• To shoulder real responsibilities

• To recruit new members

How is the Commission organized?

• Along practical lines from World War days

• Using a democratic approach

• Based on modern corporate strategies

• According to international standards

What assurance has the Commission received regarding its power?

• Ample power to get results

• Limited power to make decisions

• Conditional power based on performance

• No power to enforce rules