It was a quiet on the second floor. The vice-president walked solemnly into Mrs. Roosevelts sitting room, where she waited, grave and calm. With her was her daughter, Mrs. Anna Roosevelt Boettiger, her husband, Colonel John Boettiger, and Stephan Early. Truman knew at a glance that his premonition had been true. Mrs. Roosevelt came forward directly and put her arm on his shoulder.
Harry, the President is dead.
Robert J. Donovans Conflict and Crisis presents a detailed account of Harry S. Trumans presidency from 1945-1948.
