The words of Roosevelt

We have traveled a long way in the past 72 years, but I often wonder if we are going in the right direction.

The following appeared on the first page of a New Testament printed by the United States Printing office, Washington, D.C.

The White House

Washington

March 6, 1941

To the members of the Army;

As Commander-in-Chief I take pleasure in commending the reading of the Bible to all who serve in the armed forces of the United States. Throughout the centuries men of many faiths and diverse origins have found in the Sacred Book words of wisdom, counsel and inspiration. It is a fountain of strength and now, as always, an aid in attaining the highest aspirations of the human soul.

Very sincerely yours,

Franklin D. Roosevelt

VANCE COMBS, Cape Girardeau