Star Irene Dunne Reads President's Prayer at Session

COW PALACE, San Francisco --  A prayer written by President Eisenhower, was read by screen star Irene Dunne at the close of last night's session of the Republican convention.

 The President offered it at the beginning of his inaugural address in 1953.

 The prayer:

 "Almighty God, as we stand here at this moment we beseech that Thou make full and complete our dedication to the service of the people in this throng and their fellow citizens everywhere.

 "Give us, we pray, the power to discern clearly right from wrong, and allow our words and actions to be governed thereby and the by the laws of this land.

 "Especially we pray that our concern shall be for all the people, regardless of station, race or calling. May cooperation be permitted and be the mutual aim of those who, under the concept of our Constitution, hold to differing political beliefs so that all may work for the good of our beloved country, and for Thy glory. Amen"

The Corpus Christi Times, August 21, 1956)

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