White House Press Release

#2 2 April 13, 1945 at The President has recoived the following messages: From King George of Great Britain: "It is with the most profound regret that I have received the news of the death of President Roosevelt and I hasten to convey to you, Mr. President, my deepest sympathy in this great loss which has befallen the Government and people of the United States of America. This regret will be shared by all my peoples who have long since felt that under President Roosevelt's wise and understanding leadership the problems of war and of the peace that is to follow were in the hands of one who had proved:himself in so signal a manner to have at heart the welfare of mankind. It is especially grievous that at this moment when the forces of the Allies are bringing to a close the evil which has for so long overshadowed the continent of Europe the knowledge and wise counsel of President Roosevelt should be taken from us but his knowledge wise counsel and decisive action will forever be remembered and the people of the United States may rest assured that his name will find a lasting place in the hearts of all my peoples." NARA From President Douglas Hyde of Eire: "I have learned with profound regret of the death of President Roosevelt and I offer you my deepest sympath, in the sorrow which has befallen you and the -whole American people. " From Prime Minister Eamon de Valera of Eire: "On behalf of the Government, of Dail Eireann, and of the people of Ireland I wish to express our deep sorrow on the death of President Roosevelt and our very great sympathy vith his family and with the American people in the calamity which has be- fallen them. America has lost a great man and a noble leader. "May God give solace and strength to his family to bear their great trial." From Mr. George S. Do sworth, President, Chamber of Commerce, Independence, Missouri: "We share with you the shock and sorrow of the sudden death of President Roosevelt, but hasten to assure you of our confidence in your leadership of the nation at this critical period. The citizens of your home community, who know you best, are trusting in your judgement and ability and praying God's richest blessing upon you in this hour and in the important days ahead." bas bas From Governor Robert S. Kerr of Oillahoma: "We in Oklahoma share with you the grief and the sense of deep loss in the death of President Roosevelt. We also want you to know that we are tremendously grateful for the fact that you are available to take his place. We pledge you every element of our support in the great task before you. You will have our members in the fighting forces, our workers, our farmers and the rank and file of our people marching in solid phalanx with you through victory in war and victory in peace." (OVER)