14 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1901
Page
1
A sequence of bulletins from Milburn House outlines McKinley's deteriorating condition with conflicting notes from physicians. Early reports show severe heart strain and possible deterioration, while later updates claim relative steadiness and ongoing monitoring, with consultations from Dr. Stockton, Dr. Mann, and other specialists.
Dr. W. Jacobs of this city, famed for gunshot wound care, says relapse of the President could be fatal. He notes the great shock to the system and possible heart collapse, widely leading to grim prognosis. The Democrat prints the latest news and opinions.
Chicago police report a man described as tall, well dressed, with dark complexion and a physician by trade was arrested near Tweift st and Ogden. He allegedly knew Emma Goldman and carried a message for her. He claimed not to know Takaw. The man may have connections to the assassination case but denies anarchist ties.
A praised group of physicians stands high in the medical profession, recognized as the best specialists in the country for their skill, expertise, and patient care across multiple fields.
Emma Goldman testifies she knows Dr Saylin of Buffalo only in a professional capacity and asserts he is not an anarchist or syropathizer, despite being under arrest in Chicago Tuscaloosa dates Sept 18.
Mrs Barber, sister of President McKinley, was summoned from Canton last night and left almost immediately on the T and W line that passed Akron at seven. A Lake Shore train was held ten minutes at Cleveland until the Valley train arrived, then she transferred to it and was hurried toward Buffalo.
In Buffalo on September 18 a report notes Dr W Jollneod from Washington and Dr Janeway of New York traveling in connection with a medical event. The brief item cites physicians and a gathering but few details are clear due to OCR damage.
In Cleveland Minnesota’s Tor rance was chosen as the G A R commander in chief. Pennsylvania’s Stewart and New York’s General Sickles fought, Sickles withdrew after losing ground and Tor rance’s victory followed a lengthy convention struggle. Minor officers to be chosen later as brisk voting continues.
Governor Yates said surgeons report a slight improvement in the President's condition, though grave apprehension remains. The mood in the house lightens as watchers notice small gains, while Buffalo reports gloom easing but continued concern. Senator Hanna arrives from Cleveland at 2:25 am, escorted by detectives Humphrey Devine and Bennfelt, looking worn.
Soldiers returning from the G A R encampment in Cleveland crowd Akron Union depot carrying badges from many states. They mourn the President shot, hope for recovery, and seek any available news from Buffalo as Californians Illinois men react with despair and worry over recent developments.
Buffalo dispatch reports Dr. Stockton and Dr. Mynter leaving the Milburn house at 9:45 am. They say the President's heart is affected and he is highly stimulated with saline and oxygen. A slight improvement is noted, but overall condition shows little change.
The Rome correspondent of The Daily Mail says the Pope, impressed by the attack on President Merri ley, will lead a Christian powers initiative. He is drafting an encyclical on the topic to be published next month. In Buffalo, Mrs Duncan and Mrs Barber and Miss Barber visited the Milburn house joined later by Senator Fatte banks of Indiana and Judge W Ry Day as President’s relatives are summoned from Canton.
Former Chicago Police Captain William Ward, who served seven years ago and has since retired, appeared in Akron last night while traveling from a G. A. encampment en route to Chicago and was a guest of locals.
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