Mr. President. the people of Connecticut were saddened yesterday at the news that our former Governor. John N. Dempsey. had died at his home in Killingly. This great IrishAmerican was beloved throughout our State by people of all nationalities. colors and creeds. His life gave proof to the truth of the American dream. An immigrant to this land. he rose to the highest office in his adopted State by virtue of the openness of our society and the strength of his talents. As Governor. John Dempsey presided over a period of remarkable growth in Connecticut. Yet in the midst of prosperity.
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