to believe that his illness would prove fatal. It is hard to realize that one so capable, so devoted, should be called so early to his final reward. Thus it is, however, that oftentimes in life the choicest fruit falls first from the tree. Along this highway of life, this outstanding scholar and statesman had scarcely reached midlife. His burdens were too heavy until in weariness he fell by the wayside into dreamless and eternal sleep.

Only yesterday in a conversation with the distinguished chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, the Honorable Robert Doughton, of North Carolina, we observed that age was not the only important factor in life's journey. This fact is now proven since Congressman BUCHANAN was scarcely half the age of Congressman Doughton, who still enjoys good health and, of course, is one of the outstanding leaders of Congress.

On sad and unexpected occasions like these, words are inadequate. Let us each seek to glean from our experiences with this good and noble man those influences which will make us more dedicated to the high trust we bear.

To his attractive companion in marriage and to his unusually beautiful twin daughters go the prayers and sympathy of each Member of the House.

Mr. HAYS of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I wish to subscribe to the sentiments expressed by my colleagues with reference to the outstanding service of our beloved friend FRANK BUCHANAN as a Member of the House. It was my pleasure to be associated with him for several years on the Banking and Currency Committee and I developed the greatest admiration for him as a legislator and public servant. His untimely death brings a sense of great personal sorrow to all of us. Death enables us to see in clearer perspective the standards of service and the ideals exemplified by our departed colleagues. We will remember FRANK BUCHANAN not only for his devotion to legislative duties but for the traits of character which endeared him to us.

I am reminded of Tennyson's expression with reference to Arthur Hallam, his young friend in whose honor he wrote In Memoriam, for FRANK BUCHANAN Possessed those qualities which must have appealed so strongly to the great poet:

I would the great world grew like thee
Who grewest not alone in power
And knowledge, but by year and hour

In reverence and in charity.

We mourn with his family the passing of a truly great American.

Mrs. BOSONE. Mr. Speaker, Friday night when I heard Commentator Frank Edwards announce over the radio the passing of FRANK BUCHANAN, Member of this House, I was shocked. I had realized for quite some time that Congressman BUCHANAN was not on the floor of the House, and that I had not seen him and that, as a colleague of his, I greatly missed him. It was not until late last week that I was told he was ill and in the hospital.

I have watched and listened to Congressman BUCHANAN with great interest. FRANK BUCHANAN had every attribute of a gentleman along with intelligence and courage. He analyzed issues, and had the gift of passing on to his colleagues the result of his analysis. He had understanding, and a sympathy with all of the problems that came to his attention.

Congressman BUCHANAN made an outstanding contribution to this Government through the Subcommittee on Lobbying, of which he was the chairman. I have heard the hearings referred to as those which should be read by all of the Members and passed on to their constituents. At all times it appears in these hearings that Congressman BUCHANAN was interested in getting the facts. It may very well be that these hearings will be a living monument to FRANK BUCHANAN.

I wish to share the grief of my colleagues who have expressed themselves on the passing of Congressman BUCHANAN.

I sympathize deeply with Mrs. Buchanan and her beautiful daughters at this time.

Mr. ENGLE. Mr. Speaker, there was no finer, kindlier, more conscientious man than our colleague FRANK Bu¬ CHANAN. He embodied the legendary qualities of the perfect public servant. He was honest, courageous, and able. But beyond those prerequisites he faced his tasks with a highmindedness, a nobleness of purpose, which goes only with statesmanship. When the chips were down he preferred to be right, than to be popular. In these times of national crises that should be the test. With demagogs to the right of us, and demagogs to the left of us, the country's greatest need is men who through all the clamor can hear, and who have the courage to heed the clear call of duty. FRANK BUCHANAN was that kind of a Congressman. His passing is a grievous loss to the Nation, as well as to us who are his friends. It is the more tragic that he was taken at the full tide of his strength.

Mr. KLUCZYNSKI. Mr. Speaker, I knew the late FRANK BUCHANAN for a relatively short time but I do not believe that I have ever known a more intelligent, sincere, and hardworking man. FRANK BUCHANAN was above all always a great humanitarian. He was a humanitarian because he always fought for the little people, those people who have no powerful organized lobby to represent them here in our Nation's Capitol.

FRANK BUCHANAN's formal education at the University of Pittsburgh and Columbia University gave him a thorough understanding of the scientific aspects of economics and government and thus made him one of the most effective spokesmen for liberalism that this House has ever had. Nevertheless, his progressive ideals found their ultimate source in his own personal experience, for FRANK BUCHANAN was of humble origin and had grown up among the tragic economic and social problems which are the unfortunate product of our great industrial centers.

This House will miss him, and the working man and woman all over this country will miss him. A great soldier in the battle against ignorance, poverty, and selfishness has fallen. May I in closing extend my profound sympathy to Mrs. Buchanan and her daughters in this their hour of deep sorrow.

Mr. KEOGH. Mr. Speaker, I was privileged to have FRANK BUCHANAN as a dear friend. I am experiencing today a genuine feeling of loss and sadness. The sense of bereavement spreads far beyond this Chamber, I know, for FRANK BUCHANAN was a man who made friends easily and often, and kept them.

It was not my lot to serve in committee with our lamented colleague, but I had frequent occasion to discuss with him the business of the House. Invariably, I found him ready to explore every face of a complex problem. He was not given to snap judgments. His constant concern was the public good, and he worked conscientiously to arrive at decisions which his careful reasoning convinced him conformed to the best interests of the people.

FRANK BUCHANAN was a friendly, considerate man, and we who mourn him today will remember him with great affection for these ingratiating qualities. We shall recall, too, that he had great courage and would not deign to compromise with his convictions. It was an intellectual integrity which garnered respect throughout his public career-now ended in midpassage by the Maker's design. This notable gentleman from Pennsylvania never shunned controversy; neither did he court it. When battle lines were drawn, either in committee or on the floor, he was ready to fight for the right, as he saw it, and his own political fate never colored his resolution.

We shall have to continue here without FRANK BUCHANAN, but it will be neither easy nor pleasant. His generous spirit was a balm; his integrity and vigor formed an inspiration. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out today to Mrs. Buchanan

and her lovely twin daughters, and to the people of Pennsylvania's Thirty-third District, for whom FRANK BUCHANAN labored so sedulously and well.

Mr. ROONEY. Mr. Speaker, I was stunned by the unexpected passing of our beloved colleague, Hon. FRANK BUCHANAN, of Pennsylvania.

It was my good fortune to know FRANK intimately. I had a very sincere regard and warm affection for him, having met him the day he became a Member of this body in the Seventy-ninth Congress as the result of a special election held on May 21, 1946. I soon found that we had many things in common, not only with respect to legislative problems upon which we nearly always agreed but with respect to the social and economic problems which play such a vital part in the lives and welfare of our people in this great country of

ours.

He was a real gentleman and always kind and considerate of those with whom he came in contact. I do not ever recall hearing him utter an unkind word on this floor or anywhere else. Such a tribute can be paid to few men. His attractive personality and disposition endeared him to his colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

I shall always remember FRANK BUCHANAN as an extremely handsome man with a robust physique. He somehow radiated superb health, and consequently few of his colleagues I could have been aware of the fact that his work here would end so soon.

Perhaps that explains why the news of his passing was such a devastating shock to most of us.

During his tenure in this House Congressman BUCHANAN rendered valuable service to his constituents and his country. As a member of the House Banking and Currency Committee and as chairman of the House Select Committee on Lobbying Activities he was an able and indefatigable worker and will be greatly missed by his colleagues and his host of friends