He was courageous. He did not trim his sails to meet every passing breeze. Once he had determined what was right and just, he had the courage to support his beliefs and convictions with all the energy and force at his command. He was kind and gentle by nature, a warm-hearted and loyal friend.

He loved America and its institutions. He believed in constitutional government, and abhorred sham and makebelieve.

I regarded LARRY SMITH as one of the truly great Americans of our time. He will be greatly missed not only in his circle of friends and acquaintances, and not only by his family and his constituents in the home district. He will be missed by all those who believe in constitutional government and Americanism. Our country is greater and stronger because of his efforts. It will be difficult indeed to replace him.

I extend deepest sympathy to his wife and family in this time of bereavement.

Mr. KRUEGER. Mr. Speaker, the seriousness of the times in which we live has placed on the Members of this Congress grave responsibilities for decisions which will shape the course of history. Let no one doubt the sincerity with which the tasks confronting us are met.

This concern has taken from this Chamber another colleague in a session already marked by the loss of several others.

I was lunching with a group from my State of North Dakota when LARRY SMITH of Wisconsin approached. I called to him, to introduce him to those with whom I was lunching. Even before his friendly smile could form in greeting, he pitched forward across the table, stricken with the attack which claimed his life.

Mr. Speaker, I need not express the shock I felt in that moment. The loss of Congressman SMITH has been well-expressed by his colleagues from Wisconsin, and by other

Members of this House. It is a personal loss which I feel very deeply, Mr. Speaker, for I had learned to love and respect LAWRENCE SMITH. Each Member must feel that loss, as will the country he served so well. To Mrs. Smith, and to their children, my deepest sympathies are extended.

Mr. KEARNEY. Mr. Speaker, I was shocked over the passing of one of our most outstanding colleagues in the person of LAWRENCE SMITH, chairman of the Wisconsin congressional delegation.

It was my good fortune to have known LARRY intimately since I first became a Member of the House of Representatives. He served his country in World War I and upon his return from the service he became affiliated with the American Legion and later served as State commander of the Department of Wisconsin.

He was a man dedicated to his work as a Member of the House of Representatives. He was a true American and always fought for those things he believed in.

The House has lost a fine colleague and I have lost a good friend. To Mrs. Smith and to his family I extend my deepest sympathy in their great loss.

Mr. HARRISON of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, the unexpected passing of our colleague, Mr. SMITH of Wisconsin, was a particular shock to me, because it had been my privilege to serve with him on the Committee on Foreign Affairs in the 83d Congress.

I had the pleasant and rewarding experience of working closely with him on a subcommittee which enjoyed his distinguished and fairminded chairmanship. In this study of the scope and effectiveness of the mutual assistance programs of the United States, LARRY SMITH brought to his work a keen and methodical mind and an unassailable intellectual integrity.

It was characteristic of our late colleague to be considerate and gentle with others and respectful of viewpoints which

might conflict with his own. He was stern, however, in judging himself and, in doing so, epitomized the true public servant. In his constant effort to find the truth, and to act in legislative matters on the basis of a studious appraisal of their relationship to the public good, he never spared himself. LARRY SMITH did not shape his convictions on public issues impulsively or to fit a pattern of political action drawn up for him by someone else.

In the high standards of conduct in public life which he set for himself, our friend from Wisconsin provided a worthy example for us all. Ever mindful of the dignity of this House and his responsibilities to the citizens who sent him here to guard their interest, he served with distinction his country, his State, and the district he so honorably represented.

My deepest sympathy goes out to his widow and children in this bereavement, a loss profoundly felt by all who knew and respected him.

Mr. MCMILLAN. Mr. Speaker, we were all saddened and shocked to learn of the sudden passing of LAWRENCE H. SMITH who served so well and conscientiously for a number of years for the great State of Wisconsin. I had the privilege and pleasure of talking to Congressman SMITH almost daily since his office was located near my office in the Old House Office Building. Congressman SMITH always seemed to be in good spirits, and I thought he had completely recovered from the heart attack he suffered some time ago.

I am certain that there is not a Member of the United States Congress who worked longer hours than Congressman SMITH. He was one of the finest men that I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing since I have been a Member of this great body. He was an American first and never made any compromise with a principle. He voted his convictions at all times and could give you a good reason as to why and how he cast his vote without being disagreeable.

I do not believe that he had an enemy on the floor of the House, and I cannot imagine his having one in his great State which he so ably represented.

I certainly feel much richer for having the privilege of knowing Mr. SMITH, and he has left a great example for all of us to follow. I know that he was a great believer in the Constitution of the United States, and he believed in this great document as it was written and not as it has been interpreted by certain people. The State of Wisconsin and the Nation as a whole have lost one of their most valuable citizens in the passing of LAWRENCE SMITH.

I extend my sincere sympathy to his lovely wife and family. We shall all greatly miss Mr. SMITH not only as a Congressman but as a friend.

Mr. TAYLOR. Mr. Speaker, Wednesday the flag above the United States Capitol flew at half staff. A most distinguished Member of the House of Representatives, LAWRENCE HENRY SMITH, had died.

LAWRENCE SMITH was a statesman who had dedicated himself to his country. He was a gentleman of strong convictions and great integrity and, having possessed these qualities, he became an outstanding leader of the House.

He was a kindly man, devoted to his fellow man. He was a loving husband and father who was adored by his family. This country, in whose service LAWRENCE SMITH actually died, will sorely miss the contribution he could have continued to make in his country's behalf had God seen fit to spare him longer.

One of the first people I met when I came to Congress was "LAURIE" SMITH. He advised me with respect to many, many

matters.

He and his charming wife, Eleanor, several times visited at our home in Troy.

I deeply regret the passing of this friend whom I admired so much and I deeply grieve for his wife and family whose loss is irreparable.

Mr. DAGUE. Mr. Speaker, this body has been in a state of shock ever since we learned of the sudden passing of our great and good friend LARRY SMITH. The high regard in which he was held by the entire membership without regard to party affiliation is a tribute not only to his integrity but also to the unvarying sweetness of his temperament and his unfailing cheerfulness even in the face of the most depressing

reverses.

In the eulogies given in his memory on this floor I have detected a degree of sadness and a sense of personal loss which has not been noticed on previous occasions when we have paused to mark the passing of a departed brother. And on the faces of those who did not speak there was the mark of deep sadness that always comes when we see a great public servant like this good friend move on to that great convocation of those who have loved and served the Lord.

LARRY SMITH's life was one of dedication, starting with honorable service in World War I, a term as State commander of the American Legion, and then a year of high pride and satisfaction as he stood on the sidelines while his gracious wife filled the high office of National President of the American Legion Auxiliary. Yes; LARRY SMITH's life was marked by many milestones of service; but we, his friends and colleagues, will remember him for his courtesy, and I shall remember that only a day ago he dropped his hand on my shoulder as he passed me and said: "It's a good day, Paul." May the Great Comforter console the loved ones who are left to mourn, and may He grant his soul eternal peace.

Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sad heart that we record the passing of one of our patriotic, conscientious, and hard working Congressmen, LAWRENCE H. SMITH, of the First District of Wisconsin.

Congressman SMITH came into the 77th Congress a few months after I became a Member. We were personal friends. We pay tribute to a great Congressman. This was a great